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Mathematics provides a language for expressing the ideas and relationships that involve numeric and geometric ideas that occur frequently in many areas of life. Once an idea is translated into the appropriate mathematical representation, mathematics provides tools for manipulating those ideas and providing solutions to problems. Therefore mathematics builds a strong framework for life-long thinking and problem solving.

Three high school math credits are required for graduation from Freeman Academy.

Courses

Course Name: Pre-Algebra
Offered to: 7th Grade
Credits: 1
Textbook: Saxon Math 87, An Incremental Development
Description: Pre-algebra builds a solid foundation for algebra I and II and geometry by reinforcing the rudiments of computation and expanding the understanding of the use of variables. Word problem applications are included in almost every lesson to regularly expose students to the application of mathematical concepts.

Course Name: Algebra I
Offered to: 8th Grade
Credits: 1
Textbook: Saxon Algebra I, An Incremental Development
Description: Algebra I is an introduction to the skills and problem solving methods of algebra. Students learn to use abstract expressions (mathematical statements involving variables) and open sentences (equations with variables) to perform calculations and solve problems. Several important topics include one-variable equation solving, the laws of exponents, simplifying polynomials, factoring, quadratic equation solving, linear equation solving, and radicals. Simple geometry concepts and applications are included throughout the course.

Course Name: Algebra II
Offered to: Freshmen
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Credits:1 (two trimesters)
Textbook: Houghton Mifflin Algebra Book 2, Structure and Method
Description: Algebra II continues to develop the skills and problem solving methods of algebra. Key topics include the laws of exponents, linear equations and linear functions, systems of equations, polynomials, factoring, quadratic equations and functions, algebraic fractions, radicals expressions and equations, irrational numbers, imaginary numbers, exponential functions, and logarithms.

Course Name: Geometry
Offered to: Sophomores
Prerequisite: At least one credit of Algebra I
Credits:1 (three trimesters)
Textbook: Holt Geometry
Description: This course explores basic geometric concepts and relationships including points, lines, planes, angles, polygons, and circles. The course includes the study and use of formal logic, theorems, proofs, transformations, constructions, and applications.

Course Name: Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry
Offered to: Juniors
Prerequisite: Algebra and Geometry
Credits:1 (two trimesters)
Textbook: Christy Fundamentals of Algebra and Trigonometry
Description: This course reviews key aspects of algebra and geometry, and then explores trigonometric functions, wave graphs, the law of sines, the law of cosines, trigonometric equations and applications, trigonometric identities, conic sections, and coordinate geometry.

Course Name: Calculus
Offered to: Seniors
Prerequisite: Algebra, Geometry and Pre-Calculus
Credits:1/2 (one trimester)
Textbook: Foerster Calculus
Description: This course is designed to give students an overview and foundation in calculus. It is not an AP Calculus course. It explores the concepts of limits, derivatives, and integrals and their applications. The course utilizes computer graphing of functions to reinforce the graphic interpretation of these rudimentary concepts. It includes the chain rule, the product rule, the quotient rule, and trigonometric derivatives.

Course Name: Probability and Statistics
Offered to: Seniors
Prerequisite: Algebra
Credits:1/2 (one trimester)
Textbook: Houghton Mifflin Advanced Mathematics
Description: The course gives students an overview and foundation in combinatorics, probability, and statistics, and includes many practical and even “fun” applications.