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Learning mathematics at Baxter Academy is deeply rooted in inquiry and problem solving. Students are expected to work in collaborative groups to build and expand their mathematical understanding and abilities, as well as make connections to prior mathematical knowledge and other subjects (or disciplines). Baxter teachers strive to engage students in interesting and challenging mathematics that will prepare them for
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MAT 100
STEM Math
An integrated math/science course for incoming 9th graders to explore the topics in algebra, functions, statistics, and geometry. Depending on student choices and teacher recommendation topics may include applications of linear functions, applications of quadratic functions, applications of exponential functions, data collection and analysis, and right triangle trigonometry. Students will be expected to collect data, use appropriate functions to model the data, and create and solve equations to make predictions from the data. Standards Addressed: EN/PR in Algebra, Statistics, & Functions
Intermediate Algebra I
M AT 200 This course follows STEM Math 100. Designed for students who finish the STEM class at the Entering level for Algebra, but are not ready for Math 300. Topics of study include solving systems of linear equations, linear program m ing, function notation, linear and exponential functions. Standards Assessed: PR in Algebra & Functions
Algebra I
formerly Algebraic Techniques
MAT 201 This course follows STEM Math 100. Designed for students who finish the STEM class at the Progressing level for Algebra, but are not ready for Math 320. Topics of study include quadratic functions and applications, solving quadratic equations, finding different form s of quadratic functions, working with zeros and factors. Standards Assessed: GB in Algebra, PR in functions
form erly Functional Analysis
MAT 321 Investigations into function families and the algebra supporting them . Families will extend from linear, exponential, and quadratic to rational, polynomial, absolute value, and square root. Function families will be developed, explored, and applied to appropriate contexts. Additionally, properties of circles and similarity will be integrated into the transformation of functions. Standards Assessed: GB/AD in functions & algebra.
Algebra 2
MAT 325, full year Investigations into function families and the algebra supporting them . Families will extend from linear, exponential, and quadratic to rational, polynomial, absolute value, and square root. Function families will be developed, explored, and applied to appropriate contexts. This course allows students expanded time to study algebra 2. Standards Assessed: GB in functions & algebra.
Accelerated Algebra 2 with Trigonometry/Stats
MAT 340, full year This course is for students with strong Algebra 1skills who are ready to accelerate in math as 9th grade students. The focus of the course will be solving algebra problems by algebraic manipulation as well as by graphical methods. The primary skills to be developed include: multiplication of polynomials, factoring, simplification of algebraic fractions, properties of roots, solving linear, quadratic, and irrational equations, together with the corresponding word problem s. The elements of the theory of functions, algebraic geometry, and trigonometry will be covered, with occasional problem s in the geometry and trigonometry of triangles and circles and some basic statistics. Exceptionally challenging problems will be provided for interested students. This course is in place of STEM Math 100/200/201/320.
Geometry 2D
MAT 310
Geometry will cover properties of triangles and circles, and some of the m ore well-known theorems. We will analyze the properties and relationships of geometric features and use deductive reasoning to prove existing theorems in geometry. Standards Assessed: GB in Geometry
Geometry 3D
M AT 330
Students will investigate properties of three-dim ensional shapes, create orthogonal and isom orphic projections, and apply their learning to architectural and design situations. Additionally, students will visualize slices through objects and identify types of sym m etry present. Assessed: AD in Geom etry.
Geometry
MAT 311, full year This year long course allows students to have expanded tim e to study the properties of triangles, circles, theorem s. The focus will be on 2D geom etry with som e exposure to 3D geom etry. Assessed: GB in Geom etry.
MAT 310/330
This course will include statistical studies and survey techniques. Topics include random variables, types of statistical studies, norm al distributions, two-way tables, conditional probability, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and survey analysis. Standards Assessed: GB/AD Statistics.
MAT 400, full year Intensive review of function families with the addition of trigonometric, logarithm ic, and parametric functions. Introduction to complex numbers. Topics will also include a careful look at conic sections (circle, ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas) from their geometric definitions and extending in their algebraic representations, as time allows. Standards Assessed: AD level only in Algebra, Functions, and Geometry.
Advanced Precalculus/ Geometry with Stats
M AT 401, full year This course is a study of advanced algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and statistics. The goal is to prepare students for calculus, while boosting their problem solving ability and their written and oral mathematical presentation skills. The first few weeks of the course will be used to consolidate student?s skills in algebraic manipulation, including advanced algebraic simplification and the solving of linear and quadratic equations and word problem s. Precalculus topics will include: the elements of number theory, polynomials, rational expressions, trigonometric functions and identities, inverse trigonometric functions, exponential and logarithm ic functions, solution of trigonometric, exponential, logarithm ic, and irrational equations. Problem s in two-dimensional and three-dimensional geometry will be incorporated into daily work. Statistics material (mean, variance, standard deviation, correlation, regression, chi-squared test, t-test) will be coordinated with concurrent science courses. A very strong algebra foundation is a prerequisite. Social Decision Making
MAT 430 A careful look at the ways that groups make fair decisions through voting methods, division, and apportionment. Standards Assessed: AD Statistics.
Calculus
MAT 500, full year Calculus introduces the concept of lim it and applies it to the definition of derivative and integral of a function of one variable. The rules of differentiation and properties of the integral are emphasized, as well as applications of the derivative and integral. Additional topics include techniques of integration, indeterminate forms and L'Hopital's Rule, improper integrals, infinite series, conic sections, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. Standards Assessed: EX in Algebra , Functions and Geometry.
Differential Equations & Linear Algebra
MAT 550, full year A year-long introduction to topics that are typically covered in the first two years of college. The course will emphasize first and second order differential equations, and advanced problem solving with matrices and determinants. Standards Assessed: BA in Functions and Algebra.
