Academics

This course follows the New York State Syllabus for Algebra I and includes topics such as relationships between quantities and reasoning with equations and their graphs, descriptive statistics, linear and exponential functions, polynomial and quadratic expressions, equations and functions, and a synthesis of modeling with equations. The Algebra 1 Regents Examination will be taken in June.
Credit: 1

This course follows the New York State Syllabus for Algebra I and includes topics such as relationships between quantities and reasoning with equations and their graphs, descriptive statistics, linear and exponential functions, polynomial and quadratic expressions, equations and functions, and a synthesis of modeling with equations. This course will be taught at an accelerated pace with emphasis on challenging problems. The Algebra 1 Regents Examination will be taken in June. Admission is based on TACHS scores, elementary/intermediate school records, and a placement exam administered by the Mathematics Department.
Credit: 1

This course follows the New York State Syllabus for Geometry and includes topics on congruence in terms of rigid motions, similarity, proving geometric theorems, making geometric constructions, problems involving trigonometric ratios, coordinate geometry proofs, circles, and applying geometric concepts in modeling situations. The Geometry Regents Examination will be taken in June.
Credit: 1

This course follows the New York State Syllabus for Geometry and includes topics on congruence in terms of rigid motions, similarity, proving geometric theorems, making geometric constructions, problems involving trigonometric ratios, coordinate geometry proofs, circles, and applying geometric concepts in modeling situations.  This course will be taught at an accelerated pace with emphasis on challenging problems.  The Geometry Regents Examination will be taken in June.
Prerequisite:  Teacher recommendation.
Credit: 1

This course follows the New York State Syllabus for Algebra 2 and includes topics in functions, probability, statistics, logarithms, and trigonometry. The Algebra 2 Regents Examination will be taken in June.
Credit: 1

This course follows the New York State Syllabus for Algebra 2 and includes topics in functions, probability, statistics, logarithms, and trigonometry. This course will be taught at an accelerated pace with emphasis on challenging problems. The Algebra 2 Regents Examination will be taken in June.  
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.
Credit: 1

Topics in this course will include linear relations and functions, linear programming, theory of equations, matrices, the circular functions and trigonometry, sequences and series, polar coordinates and graphs of polar equations, limits, the natural logarithm, and conics. This course will prepare the student for a first course in Calculus. A summer assignment is to be completed and submitted on the first day of class.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Regents and teacher recommendation.
Credit: 1

Topics in this course will include linear relations and functions, linear programming, theory of equations, matrices, the circular functions and trigonometry, sequences and series, polar coordinates and graphs of polar equations, limits, the natural logarithm, and conics.  This course will prepare the student for a first course in Calculus and will be taught at an accelerated pace with emphasis on challenging problems. A summer assignment is to be completed and submitted on the first day of class.
Qualifying students may take the first semester of this course for St. John’s University credit.
Students pursuing the St. Joseph’s College Child Study Pathway can take this class for college credit.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Regents and teacher recommendation.
Credit: 1

This course is a functional approach to Algebra. Emphasis will be placed on the study of functions and their graphs; inequalities, linear, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational, polynomial, and exponential; an exploration of matrices and linear programming will also be pursued.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Regents and teacher recommendation.
Credit: 1

This is a critical analysis of the theories and foundations of Calculus. Topics include the basic concepts and applications of limits and functions, differentiation and integration. The object of this course is to give exceptional math students the opportunity to study college Calculus while still in high school. A summer assignment is to be completed and submitted on the first day of class.  
The AP Exam is mandatory.
Qualifying students may take this course for St. John’s University credit.  
Students pursuing the St. Joseph’s College Child Study Pathway can take this class for college credit.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors or Pre-Calculus Honors and teacher recommendation.
Credit: 1