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CALCULATORS: Bishop Grimes Jr./Sr. High School supports the New York State Education Department Policy regarding the use of Graphing Calculators in Mathematics: “The graphing calculator should be used for all types of classroom activities and homework as an integral part of the three Regents-approved commencement level mathematics courses: Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. A graphing calculator must be made available for use by each student while taking the corresponding Regents Examination. ” To this end, the Bishop Grimes Math Department will provide access to a graphing calculator via the student’s iPad. The Math Department also encourages the purchase of a similar graphing calculator that will be used for the Regents examination.
Course Name: Math 7, 1 year Grade Level: 7th
Students will apply skills learned in arithmetic to larger number groups as well as to real-life problems in the areas of probability, percentages, statistics, algebra, geometry and graphing in the coordinate plane. Use of current technologies (computer and calculator) is required and encouraged. This course follows the Next Generation Learning Standards curriculum. The New York State 7th Grade Math Assessment is administered in the spring. It is the expectation of the Bishop Grimes administration and Mathematics Department faculty that all students participate in this test.
Prerequisite: None Regents Exam: None Other Exam: NYS 7th Grade Math Assessment, i-Ready Diagnostic Assessments (x3)
Course Name: Math 8, 1 year Grade Level: 8th
Students will apply the skills learned in arithmetic to problems from the real world, especially in the areas of statistics and geometry. Students will develop such skills as finding the area of plane figures, determining the surface area of geometric solids and calculating square roots. This course follows the Next Generation Learning Standards curriculum. The New York State 8th Grade Math Assessment is administered in the spring. It is the expectation of the Bishop Grimes administration and Mathematics Department faculty that all students participate in this test.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 7 Regents Exam: None Other Exam: NYS 8th Grade Math Assessment, i-Ready Diagnostic Assessments (x3)
Course Name: Algebra 1 Honors, 1 credit Grade Level: 8th
Students will continue to apply skills as they are challenged with both the Math 8 curriculum as well as the New York State Algebra 1R curriculum. Students will use fundamental concepts of number and numeration, mathematical operations, and mathematical modeling to provide a means of interpreting, communicating, and connecting mathematical information and relationships. Students will be required to apply the skills learned in arithmetic as well as algebraic procedures to problems from the real world. In all topics covered in the course, students develop problem-solving strategies useful in the solution of a wide range of problems. This course follows the Next Generation Learning Standards curriculum. The New York State 8th Grade Math Assessment is administered in the spring. The Algebra 1 Regents Exam is also taken in June. It is the expectation of the Bishop Grimes administration and Mathematics Department faculty that all students participate in these tests.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 7 and ability to meet the Honors-level course requirements (see page 5) Regents Exam: The NYS 8th Grade Math State Assessment, NYS Algebra 1 Regents Exam, & i-Ready Diagnostic Assessment (x3)
Course Name: Algebra 1R, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 9th
Students will use fundamental concepts of number and numeration, mathematical operations, and mathematical modeling to provide a means of interpreting, communicating, and connecting mathematical information and relationships. The focus of study is the use of algebraic procedures to solve problems in the real world. In all topics covered in the course, students develop problem-solving strategies useful in the solution of a wide range of problems. The Common Core Algebra 1 Regents Exam is taken in June.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 8 Regents Exam: NYS Algebra 1 Regents Exam
Course Name: Algebra 1R A, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 9th
This is the first class in a two-year course in which students will prepare for the Algebra I Regents Exam to be taken at the end of their Sophomore year. Students will begin by reviewing the basic operations of arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. These operations will be used in dealing with ratio, proportions, percent, simple geometry, and algebra. As students master these basic concepts, they will move into studying basic algebra where they will be expected to understand basic operations with integers; rational, irrational, and real numbers; the use of variables; properties of numbers and of equality; solving equations and inequalities; problem solving; relations and functions; and polynomials. Students will be able to then use these skills and concepts in real-life applications.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 8 Regents Exam: NYS Algebra 1 Regents Exam at the end of Sophomore year
Course Name: Algebra 1R B, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 10th
This is the second class in a two-year course in which students will continue preparing for the Algebra I Regents Exam to be taken at the end of Sophomore year. Students will continue to learn fundamental concepts of number and numeration, mathematical operations, and mathematical modeling to provide a means of interpreting, communicating, and connecting mathematical information and relationships. The focus of study is the continued use of algebraic procedures to solve problems in the real world. In all topics covered in the course, students develop problem-solving strategies useful in the solution of a wide range of problems. The Algebra 1 Regents Exam is taken in June.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1A Regents Exam: NYS Algebra 1 Regents Exam
Course Name: Geometry Honors, 1 year, 1 credit Grade Level: 9th
Students will develop an understanding of geometry as a postulation system of reasoning. The course will blend definitions, postulates, theorems, and laws of reasoning for the students to apply in both direct and indirect inductive proofs as well as in solving problems. This course will also integrate traditional synthetic geometry, coordinate geometry, and transformational geometry. Students will be expected to apply basic algebra skills and concepts in the solution of geometrically based problems. The Geometry Regents exam is taken in June.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 Honors and ability to meet the Honors-level course requirements (see page 5) Regents Exam: NYS Geometry Regents Exam
Course Name: Geometry, 1 year, 1 credit Grade Level: 10th or 11th
Students will develop an understanding of geometry as a postulation system of reasoning. The course will blend definitions, postulates, theorems, and laws of reasoning for the students to apply in both direct and indirect inductive proofs as well as in solving problems. This course will also integrate traditional synthetic geometry, coordinate geometry, and transformational geometry. Students will be expected to apply basic algebra skills and concepts in the solution of geometrically based problems. The Regents exam is taken in June.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 or Algebra 1B. Regents Exam: NYS Geometry Regents Exam
Course Name: Algebra 2 Honors, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 10th
Students continue the study of functions including polynomial, exponential, rational, and radical functions. Students will build and interpret functions that model a relationship between two quantities by analyzing key features of graphs and equations. Students will also study trigonometric functions and build fluency with values of sine, cosine, and tangent at various angle measures. Equation solving strategies expand to include higher degree polynomials and quadratics over the complex number system and exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. Course also includes probability, statistics, modeling, and applications with extensive use of a graphing calculator. The NYS Algebra 2 Regents Exam is taken in June.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 Honors and Geometry Honors and ability to meet the Honors-level course requirements (see page 5) Regents Exam: NYS Algebra 2 Regents Exam
Course Name: Algebra 2, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 11th or 12th
Students continue the study of functions including polynomial, exponential, rational, and radical functions. Students will build and interpret functions that model a relationship between two quantities by analyzing key features of graphs and equations. Students will also study trigonometric functions and build fluency with values of sine, cosine, and tangent at various angle measures. Equation solving strategies expand to include higher degree polynomials and quadratics over the complex number system and exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. Course also includes probability, statistics, modeling, and applications with extensive use of a graphing calculator. The NYS Algebra 2 Regents Exam is taken in June.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 or Algebra 1B and Geometry Regents Exam: NYS Algebra 2 Regents Exam
Course Name: Algebra 2NR, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 11th
Students are presented with selected topics from the Algebra 2/Trigonometry Regents curriculum. Emphasis will be on Algebra skills and problem solving techniques. This course is designed for students who may have had some difficulty in Geometry and are not seeking an Advanced Regents diploma. A school final exam is given in June.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 or Algebra 1B and Geometry Regents Exam: None
Course Name: Pre-Calculus, 1 year, 1 credit Grade Level: 11th & 12th
Students in Pre-Calculus will be presented with a graphical approach that will expose the student to a variety of advanced mathematical concepts, such as number systems, linear and quadratic expressions, finding roots of higher degree polynomials, theory of equations, special functions, beginning limits, exponents, and logarithms, asymptotes, and advanced algebra. In addition, the course will include many aspects of trigonometric operations, graphs, and equations.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2 Regents Exam: None
Course Name: Advanced Placement (AP®) Calculus AB, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 11th or 12th
Students will study differential and integral calculus. Students will learn a multi-representational approach with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. Students will utilize unifying themes of derivatives, integrals, limits, approximation, applications, and modeling.. In May, students are required to take the AP® Exam associated with this course. Students who successfully pass this course will receive high school credit. Students may also be eligible for potential college credit based on their AP exam score and the specific requirements of the college(s) to which they are applying.
Fees: Please note that this AP® course may require the purchase of a college-level textbook, which is the responsibility of the student. In addition, the College Board requires an AP® Exam fee for this course. Summer Assignment: This AP® course has a required summer assignment that must be completed. Details are provided upon enrollment in the course by the teacher. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pre-Calculus and ability to meet the Honors-level course requirements (see page 5) Regents Exam: None Other Exam: AP® Calculus AB Exam – Mandatory
Course Name: Advanced Placement (AP®) Calculus BC, 1year, 1 credit Grade Level: 12th
Students will continue the study differential and integral calculus. Students will learn a multi-representational approach with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. Through the use of the unifying themes of derivatives, integrals, limits, approximation, applications, and modeling, students will experience a cohesive whole rather than a collection of unrelated topics. In May, students are required to take the AP® Exam associated with this course. Students who successfully pass this course will receive high school credit. Students may also be eligible for potential college credit based on their AP® exam score and the specific requirements of the college(s) to which they are applying.
Fees: Please note that this AP® course may require the purchase of a college-level textbook, which is the responsibility of the student. In addition, the College Board requires an AP® Exam fee for this course. Summer Assignment: This AP® course has a required summer assignment that must be completed. Details are provided upon enrollment in the course by the teacher. Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP® Calculus AB and ability to meet the Honors-level course requirements (see page 5) Regents Exam: None Other Exam: AP® Calculus BC Exam – Mandatory
Course Name: Personal Finance, 1 semester, 0.5 credit Grade Level: 11th & 12th
This course will inform students how individual choices directly influence occupational goals and future earnings potential. Real world topics covered will include income, money management, spending and credit, as well as saving and investing. Students will design personal and household budgets utilizing checking and saving accounts, gain knowledge in finance, debt and credit management, and evaluate and understand insurance and taxes. This course will provide a foundational understanding for making informed personal financial decisions leading to financial independence.
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Algebra 2NR Regents exam: None Other Exam: Teacher designed exam or project
Course Name: Exploring Statistics, 1 semester, 0.5 credit Grade Level: 11th & 12th
Students will discover the theories and practices that are used in statistics. Topics that will be explored include: descriptive statistics, probability, Bayes' Theorem, samples from a population, techniques of sampling, and regression equations.
