Mathematics

Grade 9

This first year of mathematics course covers the ideas of variables, equations, expressions, graphs, and solutions. Students use analysis and experiment to find the best strategies for games of chance as they develop concepts of theoretical and observed probability. There is a unit on data and statistics, including standard deviation, the normal distribution, and curve fitting. Similarity and right triangle trigonometry are covered in a unit that revolves around the geometry of light and shadows. This class explores a variety of topics, including number systems, discrete mathematics, logic, and proof through extended investigations, reports, and presentations.

Grade 10
Levels: CP, Honors 

The fundamental purpose of Geometry is to formalize and extend students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. This course includes standards for the conceptual categories of Geometry. Students will explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships by presenting and hearing formal mathematical arguments. This course will examine the fundamentals of geometry, trigonometry, coordinate geometry, circles, similarity and both 2- and 3-dimensional models.

Grade 11
Levels: CP, Honors 

This course is the next level in the Algebra landscape. We pick up where the first Algebra course left off and we look to dive deeper into the fundamental concepts that make up the Algebraic world and the foundation for mathematics. We will look at linear functions and systems, quadratic functions, polynomial and rational functions while also exploring logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions and explore an introduction into matrices and their operations.

Grade 12

The object of this is to prepare students for adulthood so that they can handle their finances with confidence and ultimately make wise financial decisions for themselves. Problems that students will work on throughout the course are application-based and use real-life scenarios in the areas of personal investing, banking, credit management, income taxes, insurance, and household budgeting.

Grade 12
Levels: CP, Honors 

This course has a more varied subject matter than a traditional Calculus-focused course, and includes topics such as circular functions, computer graphics, statistical sampling, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Units build on the strong knowledge base of students who have completed three years in the program. The student integrates concepts in linear projectile and circular motion, investigates families of functions, develops and utilizes the science of conducting polls, and extends as well as explores mathematical ideas.

Grade 12
Level: Honors

This course is an advanced high-school calculus course. The goals of the course are to introduce calculus early, present it in an intuitive way and integrate the applications of calculus to business, life sciences, and social sciences. In this course, we will cover derivatives, applications of derivatives, logarithmic functions, the definite integral, differential equations, and infinite series. This course can serve as good preparation to the level and rigor of math courses held at the college level. 

Grade 12

This course is integrated to strengthen and broaden students' understanding of key mathematical concepts to prepare them for future endeavors. Through real-life applications and data analysis,  students will develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students will learn about, practice, and apply the mathematical concepts of linear equation and inequalities, functions and their graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometric and statistics.