Mathematics

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Accounting I

Description
Students continue the investigation of the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in various managerial and cost accounting activities. Students formulate and interpret financial information for use in management decision-making. Consult the counselor on if this course can be considered an additional mathematics course with your endorsement.

Rank Points – 4
Credits – 1-4

Requirement
ARD Approval

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Description
Algebra I will expand students’ understanding of number and algebraic methods; quantitative reasoning, geometry, measurement, probability and statistics, describing, graphing, writing, and solving linear functions, equations and inequalities; describing, graphing, writing, and solving quadratic functions and equations; and writing and graphing exponential functions. Special emphasis is placed on problem solving, multiple representations, and application of skills and concepts. Students will be instructed in the use of the graphing calculator.

STAAR EOC required for graduation. Students who have completed STAAR EOC assessments while in middle school must take either the ACT or SAT once in high school to fulfill federal testing requirements.

Rank Points – 7
Credits – 1

Description
Algebra I Honors courses will challenge and enrich students, expanding their experience beyond the typical program. Success requires the student’s commitment to the expectations of the Honors course. This course will prepare students for future Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, or OnRamps Dual Enrollment programs. This course will expand students’ understanding of number, operation, and quantitative reasoning; patterns, relationships, and algebraic thinking; geometry; measurement; and probability and statistics. describing, graphing, writing, and solving linear functions, equations and inequalities; describing, graphing, writing, and solving quadratic functions and equations; and writing and graphing exponential functions. Special emphasis is placed on problem solving and application of skills and concepts. Students will be instructed in the use of the graphing calculator.

STAAR EOC required for graduation. Students who have completed STAAR EOC assessments while in middle school must take either the ACT or SAT once in high school to fulfill federal testing requirements.

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Algebra

Description
Algebra II students extend algebraic skills developed in Algebra I into new situations. The major emphasis is on applied problem solving. Topics include describing and graphing functions and their inverses, writing and solving systems of equations and inequalities, writing and solving quadratic and square root functions, formulating and solving exponential functions, logarithmic functions and equations, absolute value equations and inequalities, and rational functions. Students will also focus on Math skills to prepare them for the Texas Success Initiative exam that denotes College Readiness, which they will take during the Spring semester.

Rank Points – 7
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Algebra I

Description
Algebra II Honors course will challenge and enrich students, expanding their experiences beyond the typical program. Success requires the student’s commitment to the expectations of the Honors course. This course will prepare students for future Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, or OnRamps Dual Enrollment programs. Students master the same analytic topics as those in Algebra II but at a faster pace and in greater depth. Students extend algebraic skills developed in Algebra I into new situations. The major emphasis is on applied problem solving. Topics include describing and graphing functions and their inverses, writing and solving systems of equations and inequalities, writing and solving quadratic and square root functions, formulating and solving exponential functions, logarithmic functions and equations, absolute value equations and inequalities, and rational functions. Students will also focus on Math skills to prepare them for the Texas Success Initiative exam that denotes College Readiness, which they will take during the spring semester.

Rank Points – 5
Credits – 1

Requirement
ARD Approval

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Geometry

Description
Students use a variety of approaches to solve both routine and non-routine problems. Students use graphical, numerical, and analytical techniques to collect and analyze data patterns, probability models, and functional relationships so they can make decisions about real-world situations. Preparation for Algebra II is an integral element of Algebraic Reasoning. Additional Mathematics

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

Description
This course includes the study of quadratics; polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations; progressions; sequences and series; and matrices and determinants. Additional Mathematics

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II/Satisfactory Performance on Algebra I STAAR EOC

Description
This course is for seniors who do not meet college readiness standards as defined by HB5 by the spring semester of their junior year. In this college-preparatory course students will be prepared for entry-level college mathematics and will include the study of real numbers, basic geometry, polynomials, factoring, linear equations, inequalities, quadratic equations, rational expressions, factoring techniques, radicals, algebraic fractions, complex numbers, graphing linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, systems of equations, graphing quadratic equations and an introduction to functions. Emphasis is placed on algebraic techniques, in order to successfully complete an entry-level college mathematics course. Calculator use is allowed in this course when indicated, including the departmental semester examination. Additional Mathematics

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Recommended Prerequisite
Algebra I

Description
Geometry students use logical arguments and constructions to make conjectures about geometric relationships and solve problems. The course provides a mathematical model to the physical world and applies algebraic concepts to geometric situations. Students learn geometry terms, coordinate geometry, transformations, logic and reasoning, parallel lines, polygons, similarity and congruence, right triangles and the trigonometric ratios, circles, perimeter, area, volume,and probability.

Rank Points – 7
Credits – 1

Recommended Prerequisite
Algebra I

Description
Geometry Honors courses will challenge and enrich students, expanding their experience beyond the typical program. Success requires the student’s commitment to the expectations of the Honors course. This course will prepare students for future Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, or OnRamps Dual Enrollment programs. Students analyze geometric relationships to make and verify conjectures. Students read critically and develop reasoning skills, building off of algebra skills developed in Algebra I. Students learn geometry terms, coordinate geometry, transformations, logic and reasoning, parallel lines, polygons, similarity and congruence, right triangles and the trigonometric ratios, circles, perimeter, area and volume.Students in this course will further explore relationships between geometry and other areas of mathematics.

Rank Points – 5
Credits – 1

Requirement
ARD Approval

Description
Basic Geometry, based on the TEKS of the general education Geometry course, is modified to meet the individual learning requirements of students. This course places an emphasis on real world applications. The student will explore the properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, directions, and orientation of dimensional geometric structures and patterns. The student will demonstrate a basic understanding of geometric relationships and spatial reasoning. The student extends measurement concepts to find area, perimeter, and volume in problem situations. Activity-based instruction will focus on the development of geometric concepts and skills using manipulatives, construction, explorations, patterns and concrete models, cooperative group projects, and technology-assisted instruction.

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

Description
Students continue their exploration of topics covered in Algebra II as well as trigonometry, parametric equations, and vectors in two-dimensional space. Students use graphing calculator technology extensively. All students planning to attend college and/or major in any branch of science, engineering, medicine, business or other technical fields should take this course before graduation. Additional Mathematics

Rank Points – 7
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Algebra and Geometry

Description
Students master the same analytic topics as those in Pre-Calculus. This course is recommended for those students who plan to take AP Calculus and who plan to pursue a career in math or science. This course concentrates on college-level skills. Students are expected to be highly motivated to work during and after class hours. Additional Mathematics

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Robotics I

Description
In Robotics II, students will explore artificial intelligence and programming in the robotic and automation industry. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment. Students will build prototypes and use software to test their designs. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as CTE organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations. Consult the counselor on if this course can be considered an additional mathematics course with your endorsement.

Rank Points – 6
Credits – 1

Prerequisite
Algebra II

Description
Statistics and Business Decision Making is an introduction to statistics and the application of statistics to business decision making. Students will use statistics to make business decisions. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as CTE student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations. This course satisfies a high school mathematics graduation requirement.

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