Silverado High School

This one-year course provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills for further studies in mathematics. It is intended to increase mathematical fluency in problem solving, reasoning, modeling, and effective communication in the study of number, algebra, functions, and statistics. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including calculators and computer software, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the Algebra I requirement and one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation.

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This course is a logical development of the deductive system of reasoning with point sets in a plane. Emphasis is on the development of logic and algebraic applications to geometry. Coordinate and transformation approaches are introduced. Real-world applications and computer-based explorations of 2-D and 3-D figures are explored. Formal proofs are introduced, and deductive arguments expressed orally and in written paragraph from are developed. A ruler, protractor, scientific calculator, and compass are recommended. 

Prerequisite: Grades 9 through 12; successful completion of Algebra 1

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The math classes I teach are very demanding courses. I have high expectations and I do all that I can to help students achieve those expectations. Students can keep track of any course work through the posted assignments listed on Google Classroom. Resources and other helpful tools will also be linked in Google Classroom. Students will be expected to access and utilize Google Classroom weekly.