This course serves as an introduction to Algebra. It covers many topics including the properties
of real numbers, solving and graphing linear and quadratic equations, transformational
geometry, logic, probability and statistics. Students will also gain experience on the graphing
calculators. All students will be expected to pass a departmental final and the NYS
Algebra Regents Exam.

The general goals of this course are for students to develop an understanding of geometric
concepts and logical reasoning skills and be able apply these skills to the solution of problems.
Geometry requires the use of skills learned in Algebra 1. Topics include: angles, triangles,
parallel lines and planes, congruent and similar polygons, right triangles, circles, coordinate
geometry, areas of polygons and circles, surface areas and volumes of solids, transformations,
constructions, proofs and right triangle trigonometry. Emphasis is placed on deductive
reasoning, logic and problem solving. All students will be expected to pass a departmental
final and the NYS Geometry Regents Exam.

Students in Algebra II continue their study of Algebra focusing on polynomial, rational,
exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. A major portion of the year is devoted to
the study of trigonometry. Additional topics include complex numbers, interpretation of data,
regression analysis, probability, and statistics. All students will use graphing calculators to
manipulate data and improve their problem-solving skills. Students will take a departmental
final exam and the NYS Algebra II/Trig Regents Exam in June.

A survey course in higher mathematics designed to follow the successful completion of Algebra
II at the Regents level. Topics will include (but are not limited to): matrices, vectors in 2 and 3
dimensions, conic sections, exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomial functions of 3rd
degree and higher degree, rational functions, nature of graphs, and series and sequences. This
course will involve extensive use of graphing calculators.