An overview of suggested four year mathematics sequence can be found by clicking here.
Information specifically about classes offered to freshmen is available below:
Foundation of Algebra (level 2)
This class (previously titled "Algebra 1, part 1") covers approximately the first half of the Algebra 1 curriculum. Foundation of Algebra and Intermediated Algebra (taken during sophomore year) completes the Algebra 1 curriculum over the course of two years.
Who should take this class? Students who completed Math 8 Key Concepts
Algebra 1 (level 3)
Prerequisite: Grade of A- or better in Math 8 Key Concepts AND the recommendation of teacher; or successful completion of Grade 8 Math
Who should take this class? Students who completed Grade 8 Math in the eighth grade; or, students who struggled in Algebra 1 Honors as 8th graders with a year-end average less than 70%
Algebra 1 Honors (level 4)
Prerequisite: Grade of A- or better in Math 8
Who should take this class? Students who excelled in Math 8. These students should be able to build upon the Math 8 concepts with minimal review.
Geometry (level 3)
Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better in grade 8 Algebra 1 Honors AND recommendation of teacher
Who should take this class? Students who struggled in Algebra 1 Honors as 8th graders with a year-end average in the C-range. These students should be able to build upon the Algebra concepts if provided a review.
Geometry Honors (level 4)
Prerequisite: Grade of B- or better in grade 8 Algebra 1 Honors AND recommendation of teacher
Who should take this class? Students who completed Algebra 1 as eighth graders and who felt comfortable in the class. These students should be able to build upon the Algebra 1 concepts with minimal review.
Geometry Accelerated (level 5)
Prerequisite: Grade of A or better in grade 8 Algebra 1 Honors AND recommendation of teacher
Who should take this class? Students who excelled in Algebra 1 as eighth graders. These students should be able to build upon the Algebra 1 concepts with no review. Students should also be able to learn in a student-centered classroom with minimal direct instruction provided by the teacher.