Math

NC Math 1

NC Math 1 is designed to formalize and extend the mathematics learned in the middle grades. The topics studied seek to deepen and extend the understanding of linear functions, and introduce nonlinear functions (exponential and quadratic). Students will also focus on coordinate geometry and analyzing univariate and bivariate data. Appropriate technology and tools, including calculators, will be used regularly for instruction and assessment. This course has a required NC End-of-Course examination.

NC Math 2

This rigorous course focuses on quadratic, rational and radical expressions, equations, and functions; comparing their characteristics and behavior to those of linear functions as a continuing study from NC Math 1. The need for extending the set of rational numbers and including complex numbers arises so that all quadratic equations can be solved. The link between probability and data is explored through conditional probability and counting methods, including their use in making and evaluating decisions. The study of similarity leads to an understanding of right triangle trigonometry and connects to quadratics through the Pythagorean relationships. Appropriate technology and tools, including calculators, will be used regularly for instruction and assessment.

NC Math 3

Students in NC Math 3 will focus on the exploration of several different types of functions, including piecewise, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, rational, and trigonometric functions, looking specifically at the key features of their equations, graphs, tables, and in context as well as their inverses and how to algebraically solve. The Math 3 curriculum also includes modeling and reasoning with geometry and an introduction to statistical reasoning. This course has a required NC End-of-Course examination.

NC Math 4

Pre-Calculus

Pre-Calculus provides students an honors-level study of trigonometry, advanced functions, analytic geometry, and data analysis in preparation for Calculus. Applications and modeling will be included throughout the course. Honors credit will be awarded for this course.

AP Statistics

This course is designed to be the equivalent of an introductory, non-calculus based college statistics course.

Students will be exposed to the following themes: 

-Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns

-Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study

-Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation 

-Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses

AP Calculus

This college level math course develops the student’s understanding of the concepts of calculus (functions, graphs, limits, derivatives and integrals) and provides experience with its methods and applications. The course encourages the geometric, numerical, analytical, and verbal expression of concepts, results, and problems. Students who register for this course must also register for Foundations of Calculus - Honors. Students are expected to take the corresponding AP Examination administered by College Board ®.