Mathematics
Students are required to take four credits of mathematics to fulfill graduation requirements. In these mathematics courses, students develop competencies in communicating mathematically, modeling problem solving, analyzing functions, creating equations, and seeing structure in expressions. Placement within mathematics courses are made by teacher recommendation. When considering recommendations, “successful completion” of a course would typically be indicated by a grade of “C” or better. Students are encouraged to purchase their own scientific or graphing calculators. Students are also encouraged to advance to the next course as many colleges require completion of Trigonometry included in the course PreCalculus.
Foundations of Math (Foundational) 2400
1 Credit Grade 9
In this course, students increase their basic math skills by reviewing key math standards such as performing basic operations with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions as well as using ratios, proportions, and percentages. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries and projects. Students take this course for extra preparation before Algebra.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation only
Essentials of Algebra & Geometry (Foundational) 2401
1 Credit Grades 9-11
In this course, students strengthen their skills required for success in Algebra I as well as begin to study key Algebra I math standards. Students will also learn standards that include performing operations on rational numbers, solving linear equations, applying basic geometric vocabulary, finding perimeter and area of two-dimensional figures, and solving problems using the Pythagorean Theorem. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, mastery tests and projects. Students take this course for extra preparation before Algebra.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation only
Algebra 1 - Full Year (Foundational) 2402, 2403
2 Credits Grades 10-12
Students learn the math standards including solving linear and absolute value equations, inequalities and word problems; writing and graphing linear equations; solving systems of equations; and evaluating functions, operations of polynomials, and factoring polynomials. Pace of the course is designed to maximize student learning over the entire year earning two credits of math. Students are assessed using assignments, quizzes, masteries, and projects.
Prerequisite: Completion of Essentials course, 8th Grade Math, or Teacher recommendation
Algebra 1 - Full Year (College and Career Prep) 2404, 2405
2 Credits Grades 9-12
In this course, students learn the math standards including solving linear and absolute value equations, inequalities and word problems; writing and graphing linear equations; solving systems of equations; and evaluating functions, operations of polynomials, and factoring polynomials. Pace of the course is designed to maximize student learning over the entire year earning two credits of math. Students are assessed using assignments, quizzes, masteries, and projects.
Prerequisite: Completion of the 8th grade math course or the High School Essentials course and Teacher recommendation
Algebra 1 (Honors) 2406
1 Credit Grades 9-10
In this course, students learn the math standards including solving linear and absolute value equations, inequalities and word problems; writing and graphing linear equations; solving systems of equations; and evaluating functions, operations of polynomials, and factoring polynomials. Students are assessed using assignments, quizzes, masteries, and projects.
Prerequisite: Completion of 8th grade math with a B or better and Teacher Recommendation
Financial Math Topics (Foundational) 2410
1 Credit Grades 11 -12
In this course, students strengthen those essential math skills needed to make responsible and effective financial decisions. Students will study competencies in financial literacy such as money management, banking services, long and short-term financing, consumer awareness as well as financial planning and investing. Students are assessed using classwork, homework, quizzes, mastery tests and projects. This course is best as a student’s fourth math credit with a required successful completion of Algebra 1.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1
Geometry Topics (Foundational) 2407
1 Credit Grades 10-12
In this course, students study geometric math standards such as exploring angle relationships both on parallel lines and in triangles; applying the distance, midpoint, and slope formulas; using the properties of triangles; and using the facts of similar figures to solve other problems. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries and projects.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1. Students who earned a D in Algebra 1 are encouraged to retake Algebra 1 for increased mastery and grade improvement before Geometry.
Geometry (College and Career Prep) 2408
Geometry (Honors) 2409
1 Credit Grades 9-12
In this course, students study geometric math standards such as exploring angle relationships both on parallel lines and in triangles; applying the distance, midpoint, and slope formulas; using the properties of triangles; and using the facts of similar figures to solve other problems. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries and projects. This course is offered at different levels in order to facilitate differentiated instruction and pace of the course. Honors level students should be accomplished or exemplary complex thinkers.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 with a grade of C- or better
Algebra 2 Topics (Foundational) 2411
1 Credit Grades 10-12
In this course, students master math standards including simplifying and evaluating advanced algebraic expressions; performing operations with complex numbers and polynomials; solving and graphing quadratic, radical and rational functions. Math standards are mastered using differentiated instruction, hands on applications and slower pace to allow for student success. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries and projects.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry
Algebra 2 (College and Career Prep) 2412
Algebra 2 (Honors) 2413
1 Credit Grades 10-12
In this course, students master math standards including simplifying and evaluating advanced algebraic expressions; performing operations with complex numbers and polynomials; solving and graphing quadratic, radical and rational functions. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries and projects. This course is offered at different levels in order to facilitate differentiated instruction and pace of the course. Honors level students should be accomplished or exemplary complex thinkers.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry
Precalculus (College and Career Prep) 2414
Precalculus (Honors) 2415
1 Credit Grades 11-12
In this course, students explore a broad range of mathematical topics that expand upon math standards mastered in Algebra 2 in order to prepare for Calculus. Competencies include circular trigonometry, comparing and contrasting types of functions, solving logarithmic and exponential equations, finding the general term of a sequence, finding the sum of a series, and calculating limits of a function. Honors level for the student with the ability and interest to pursue a faster paced and more in-depth course of study.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
Calculus (College and Career Prep) 2416
1 Credit Grade 12
In this course, students prepare for college calculus. Students focus on math standards that include graphing functions both with and without a graphing calculator, reviewing trigonometric functions, evaluating limits, finding derivatives and integrals of transcendental functions, and exploring basic applications. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries and projects.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Precalculus
Calculus (Honors) 2421
1 Credits Grade 12
This college-level course is approved as an Early College 4 credit course by Nashua Community College. In this rigorous course, students develop an understanding of calculus and gain experience with its methods and applications. They explore math competencies such as limits and continuity, derivatives, and integrals. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, tests and projects.
Prerequisite: Completion of Precalculus Honors with a grade of B– or higher or teacher recommendation
College Credits: 4 Early College Credits are available through Nashua Community College.
AP Calculus [AB] (Advanced Placement) 2417
1.5 Credits - Quarters 1,2, and 3 Grade 12
This college-level course is approved by the College Board as an official Advanced Placement course, following the curriculum requirements of the AP Calculus AB-level exam with competencies required above and beyond the NCC Calculus 1 requirements. In this rigorous course, students develop an understanding of calculus and gain experience with its methods and applications. They explore math competencies such as limits and continuity, derivatives, and integrals. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, tests and projects. Students take the Advanced Placement standardized test in May. With a qualifying score on the AP test, students may earn college credit and/or placement of math courses when entering college.
Prerequisite: Completion of Precalculus Honors with a grade of B– or higher or teacher recommendation
College Credits: 4 Early College Credits are available through Nashua Community College for completion of the first semester.
Probability & Statistics 2418
1 Credit Grades 11-12
In this course, students learn how to organize, display and analyze data using a variety of statistical techniques and various probability events. The statistical math standards include descriptive statistics, including frequency distributions, standard deviation, and random sampling. The probability competencies include basic probability and binomial distributions. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries and projects.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
Financial Math 2419
1 Credit Grades 11 -12
In this course, students learn math skills needed to make responsible and effective financial decisions. Students will study math standards in financial literacy such as money management, banking services, long and short-term financing, consumer awareness as well as financial planning and investing. Students are assessed using classwork, homework, quizzes, mastery tests and projects. This course is best as a student’s fourth math credit or elective math credit after successful completion of Algebra 2.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
Statistics for Research 2420
0.5 Credit (Quarter 4 only) Grades 11-12
In this course, students learn how to organize, display and analyze data using a variety of statistical techniques. The statistical math standards include descriptive statistics, including frequency distributions, standard deviation, and random sampling. Students are assessed using class work, homework, quizzes, masteries, and projects.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
AP Statistics (Advanced Placement) 0378
1 Credit Grades 11-12
This college level course is approved by the College Board as an official AP course, following the curriculum requirements of the AP Statistics exam. The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. With a qualifying score on the AP test, students may earn college credit and/or placement of math courses when entering college.
TI-Nspire calculator is required for this course.
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 2 Honors with a grade of B or higher or teacher recommendation
Qualifies for NH Scholars 
Awards College Credit