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COURSE TITLE (560)	Virtual High School (Year)
LEVEL	Regular, Honors, Accelerated, AP
GRADE(S)	11, 12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Course Catalog is available at www.govhs.org. Working in the Virtual High School environment demands good time management skills. Students participate in group discussion, do group projects, complete papers, and communicate with their teachers and peers located around the world via the internet. Students should take time to visit the Virtual High School site, look through the Course Catalog, select three options, and email Mrs. Andrews. The email of 100 words should indicate why the student is interested in taking online courses, which course(s) he/she is interested in taking and why. This will begin the application process. Mrs. Andrews will contact you with further information. Parents & students can send questions to Mrs. Andrews at nandrews@unioncatholic.org
PREREQUISITE	A desire to experience the online course environment, good time management skills, and a good academic record.

COURSE TITLE (561)	Virtual High School (Sem. 1)
LEVEL	Regular, Honors, Accelerated, AP
GRADE(S)	11, 12
CREDITS	2.5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Course Catalog is available at www.govhs.org. Working in the Virtual High School environment demands good time management skills. Students participate in group discussion, do group projects, complete papers, and communicate with their teachers and peers located around the world via the internet. Students should take time to visit the Virtual High School site, look through the Course Catalog, select three options, and email Mrs. Andrews. The email of 100 words should indicate why the student is interested in taking online courses, which course(s) he/she is interested in taking and why. This will begin the application process. Mrs. Andrews will contact you with further information. Parents & students can send questions to Mrs. Andrews at nandrews@unioncatholic.org
PREREQUISITE	A desire to experience the online course environment, good time management skills, and a good academic record.

COURSE TITLE (562)	Virtual High School (Sem. 2)
LEVEL	Regular, Honors, Accelerated, AP
GRADE(S)	11, 12
CREDITS	2.5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Course Catalog is available at www.govhs.org. Working in the Virtual High School environment demands good time management skills. Students participate in group discussion, do group projects, complete papers, and communicate with their teachers and peers located around the world via the internet. Students should take time to visit the Virtual High School site, look through the Course Catalog, select three options, and email Mrs. Andrews. The email of 100 words should indicate why the student is interested in taking online courses, which course(s) he/she is interested in taking and why. This will begin the application process. Mrs. Andrews will contact you with further information. Parents & students can send questions to Mrs. Andrews at nandrews@unioncatholic.org
PREREQUISITE	A desire to experience the online course environment, good time management skills, and a good academic record.

COURSE TITLE (604)	General Math
LEVEL	Remedial
GRADE(S)	9
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Mathematical topics, including selected topics in probability and statistics will be explored through applications. The course is designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school mathematics.
PREREQUISITE	Recommendation of the Guidance Department

COURSE TITLE (606)	Pre-Algebra
LEVEL	Regular Adapted
GRADE(S)	9
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will develop pre-algebra skills such as operations on signed numbers and solving basic algebraic equations. Word problems and graphing will be taught with an emphasis on the understanding and interpretation of different graph types.This course does not meet the requirement for Algebra I.
PREREQUISITE	Recommendation of the Guidance Department

COURSE TITLE (611)	Algebra Concepts
LEVEL	Remedial
GRADE(S)	10,11
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The basic skills of algebra are emphasized in this course. Topics include solving equations and inequalities, polynomials, simple factoring and an introduction to graphing.
PREREQUISITE	Completion of Pre-Algebra with a grade of "C" or less or successful completion of General Math. Completion of Algebra 1 RA Part 1 with a grade of "D".

COURSE TITLE (614)	Algebra 1 RA Part 1
LEVEL	Regular Adapted
GRADE(S)	9
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will develop pre-algebra skills such as operations on signed numbers and solving basic algebraic equations. Word problems and graphing will be taught with an emphasis on the understanding and interpretation of different graph types.This course does not meet the requirement for Algebra I.
PREREQUISITE	Recommendation of the Guidance Department

COURSE TITLE (615)	Algebra 1R
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	9,10
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to be a basis for any further study in mathematics. The basic skills of mathematics are emphasized throughout the course. Solving open sentences, simplifying algebraic expressions, factoring polynomials, graphing on the number line and in the plane, and solving word problems are main areas in which the student should acquire proficiency.
PREREQUISITE	Recommendation of the Guidance Department.

COURSE TITLE (617)	Algebra 1H
LEVEL	Honors
GRADE(S)	9
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course for high ability and self-motivated students covers the standard course content of Algebra 1 in depth. Topics covered include the properties of the real number system, equations and inequalities in one and two variables, rational expressions, irrational numbers, functions and relations, quadratics and the Cartesian plane. The course provides the foundation necessary to proceed to Algebra 2 Honors.
PREREQUISITE	Recommendation of the Guidance Department.

COURSE TITLE (621)	Algebra 1 RA Part 2
LEVEL	Regular Adapted
GRADE(S)	10,11
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Topics include solving open sentences, simplifying algebraic expressions, factoring polynomials, graphing on the number line solving polynomials by factoring, fractions, functions, and inequalities.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 RA Part 1 with a grade of C or higher.

COURSE TITLE (627)	Basic Geometry
LEVEL	Regular Adapted
GRADE(S)	10,11
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course emphasizes the basic structure of geometry. Fundamental relationships of angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, parallelograms, polygons, and circles are studied together with area and volume.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 RA Part 1 and 2; successful completion of Algebra Concepts. Students that complete Algebra 1 in summer school should enroll in this class.

COURSE TITLE (634)	Math Essentials
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	10
CREDITS	2.5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to strengthen Algebra skills and help prepare students for the SAT and PSAT. This course is required of all sophomores currently enrolled in regular math.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 and current enrollment in Geometry.

COURSE TITLE (635)	Geometry R
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	9,10,11
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course emphasizes the basic structure of geometry and proficiency in developing formal proofs. Fundamental relationships of angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, parallelograms, congruent and similar polygons, and circles are studied together with area, volume, and construction of plane figures.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 Regular or teacher recommendation.

COURSE TITLE (637)	Geometry H
LEVEL	Honors
GRADE(S)	9,10
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to emphasize the theory of Plane Geometry. Topics covered include mathematical structures (undefined terms, axioms, definitions, theorems), induction, deduction, angle relationships, parallel and perpendicular lines and planes, congruent and similar polygons, geometric constructions, foci, circles and arcs, areas of circles and polygons, areas and volumes of solids, and coordinate geometry and its related proofs.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 Honors with a grade of "C+" or better or approval of the Mathematics Curriculum Specialist.

COURSE TITLE (638)	Math Essentials H
LEVEL	Honors
GRADE(S)	10
CREDITS	2.5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to strengthen Algebra skills and help prepare students for the SAT and PSAT. This course is required of all sophomores currently enrolled in Honors or Accelerated Math.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 Honors. Current enrollment in Geometry Honors or Geometry Accelerated and/or Algebra 2.

COURSE TITLE (639)	Geometry AC
LEVEL	Accelerated
GRADE(S)	9,10
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to emphasize the theory of Plane Geometry. Topics covered include mathematical structures (undefined terms, axioms, definitions, theorems), induction, deduction, angle relationships, parallel and perpendicular lines and planes, congruent and similar polygons, geometric constructions, foci, circles and arcs, areas of circles and polygons, areas and volumes of solids, and coordinate geometry and its related proofs.
PREREQUISITE	Approval of the Mathematics Curriculum Specialist.

COURSE TITLE (653)	Intro Algebra 2
LEVEL	Remedial
GRADE(S)	11,12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will review the skills of mathematics covered in previous Algebra courses.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Basic Geometry and a minimum grade of "B" in Algebra Concepts.

COURSE TITLE (655)	Algebra 2R
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	11,12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course begins with a brief review of Algebra 1 skills. Algebra is then extended to include quadratic functions, graphs of polynomials, inequalities, and rational expressions. This course is unified through the use of function and relation concepts.
PREREQUISITE	Completion of Algebra 1 Regular and Geometry Regular with at least a grade of C.

COURSE TITLE (657)	Algebra 2H
LEVEL	Honors
GRADE(S)	10,11
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course begins with a brief review of topics covered in Algebra 1 Honors. The study of Algebra then continues with quadratics and rational expressions
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 Honors with a grade of C or better and Geometry Honors with grade of C or better, or concurrently with Geometry Honors with an Algebra 1 Honors grade of B+ or better and a teacher recommendation.

COURSE TITLE (659)	Algebra 2 Accel
LEVEL	Accelerated
GRADE(S)	10,11
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course extends the study of Algebra to include quadratics, rational expressions, conic sections, matrices, probability and statistics. A series of graphing calculator exercises will parallel the materials studied in the class.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Geometry Accelerated with a grade of B or better or recommendation of Algebra I Honors Teacher; OR concurrently with Geometry Accelerated with an Algebra 1 Honors grade of B+ or better and a teacher recommendation.

COURSE TITLE (661)	Math TA
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this elective program is to provide honors students with realistic experiences to help them determine if their interests and abilities are compatible with a career in education. The students function as teacher aides in a variety of settings, and have opportunities to develop and present lessons. Professional readings will also be required.
PREREQUISITE	A cumulative average of B in Regular Mathematics and Department recommendation Students must also enroll in Selected Topics in Education,Course # 195; see English Department Selections

COURSE TITLE (663)	Pre-Calculus Ac
LEVEL	Accelerated
GRADE(S)	11,12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course extends the topics discussed in Algebra 2 and introduces new topics which include Coordinate geometry of lines and conics, circle and triangle trigonometry, functions and their graphs, exponentials and logarithms, complex numbers, the algebra of vectors, sequences and series. This course lays the foundation for Calculus by developing logical thought processes and the concept of limits. This course is required for students who intend to take Advanced Placement Calculus.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Geometry Honors and Algebra 2 Honors with grades of "B+" or better; completion of Algebra 2 AC with a grade of "B" or better.

COURSE TITLE (665)	Algebra 2RA
LEVEL	Regular Adapted
GRADE(S)	11,12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will review the skills of mathematics covered in previous courses. Intermediate topics in Algebra will be introduced. This course is unified through the use of function and relation concepts.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Basic Geometry and a grade of "D" in Algebra 1R or Algebra 1 RA Part 2 with a grade of "C" or higher. Students completing Algebra 1 in summer school must take this course.

COURSE TITLE (669)	Analysis R
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	11, 12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course begins with a brief review of Algebra 2 skills. The study of Algebra is then extended to include a variety of applications of these skills. A thorough study of trigonometry forms the bulk of the course material. In addition, selected topics in statistics and probability will be covered.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 1 Honors with a C+; successful completion of Algebra 2H with a grade of C or less or completion of Algebra 2R with a grade of A or B+.

COURSE TITLE (671)	Analysis H
LEVEL	Honors
GRADE(S)	11, 12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course extends the topics of Algebra 2 and introduces new topics including trigonometry, complex numbers, vectors, coordinate Geometry of lines and conics, functions and their graphs, exponents and logarithms, sequences and series. This course lays a foundation for advanced mathematics by developing logical thought processes and the concept of limits.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 2 Honors and Geometry Honors with a grade of C+ or better.

COURSE TITLE (673)	Algebra 3
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	11,12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to extend the concepts of Algebra 2 to include exponential functions, logs, sequence and series, trigonometry, statistics, probability, matrices and determinates. The emphasis of the course is on manipulative skills.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 2 regular with a B or better. PLEASE NOTE a student may not recieve credit for both Algebra 3 and Analysis. Students who have completed Algebra 2 Honors or Algebra 2 accelerated may not take this course.

COURSE TITLE (675)	Calculus H
LEVEL	Honors
GRADE(S)	12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is intended for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics, including algebra, axiomatic geometry, trigonometry, and analytic geometry (rectangular coordinates, equations and graphs, lines and conics). It is not assumed that they have acquired a sound understanding of the theory of elementary functions. This course will give the student a better understanding of Calculus courses taken in college. Students are eligible to earn 3 college credits for this course through the Fairleigh Dickinson Middle College Program. Enrollment in the Middle College Program is optional and involves a fee of $200 per course. Registration takes place during the first week of the school year.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Pre-Calculus with a grade less than B+; or successful completion of Mathematical Analysis Honors with a grade of B+ or higher and a teacher recommendation.

COURSE TITLE (677)	AP Calculus
LEVEL	Advanced Placement
GRADE(S)	11,12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is intended for those students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and coordinate geometry (rectangular and polar coordinates, equations and graphs, lines and conics). This course is designed as a first year college calculus course. Students are eligible to earn 3 college credits for this course through the Fairleigh Dickinson Middle College Program. Enrollment in the Middle College Program is optional and involves a fee of $200 due at the start of the school year. NOTE: All students must take the Advanced Placement Test at the end of the course. A non-refundable fee of $65 will be charged at the book sale for this exam.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Pre-Calculus with a grade of B+ or better or recommendation of Pre-Calculus Accelerated teacher.

COURSE TITLE (679)	College Math
LEVEL	Regular Adapted
GRADE(S)	12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a full year course for students who wish to improve their skills and techniques in Algebra in preparation for college.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 2 RA or Algebra 2 Regular with a D.

COURSE TITLE (683)	College Algebra
LEVEL	Regular
GRADE(S)	12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a full year course intended for students who wish to improve their skills and techniques in Algebra in preparation for mathematics in college.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 2 Regular with a grade of C or less.

COURSE TITLE (687)	AP Statistics
LEVEL	Advanced Placement
GRADE(S)	11,12
CREDITS	5.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is equivalent to a one-semester introductory college course in statistics. It will introduce the student to the major concepts of statistics. The class will develop tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. This course is recommended for students majoring in engineering, psychology, sociology, medical services or business. NOTE: All students must take the Advanced Placement Test at the end of the course. A non-refundable fee of $65 will be charged at the book sale for this exam.
PREREQUISITE	Successful completion of Algebra 2 (Regular with a B+ or a C in Honors) and at least a B average in English Regular.