Algebra 1 Course # 2201, 2202

Full Year: Credit: 1

This is a one-year course designed to teach the fundamentals of elementary algebra. This course lays the foundation of

knowledge and skills to meet the Nevada Academic Content Standards in Mathematics (NVACS) for high school students.

A strong foundation in algebra is needed for subsequent mathematics courses. The NVACS studied include all 5 Domains:

Relationships between Quantities and Reasoning with Equations, Linear and Exponential Relationships, Descriptive

Statistics, Expressions and Equations and Quadratic Functions and Modeling. Throughout the year, students will be

expected to develop the ability to reason and communicate mathematically, apply learned concepts to new problem-

solving situations and exhibit increased confidence in their ability to solve mathematical problems.

Geometry Course # 2211, 2212

Full Year: Credit: 1

Pre-requisite: Successful completion of all semesters of Algebra 1 (or all semesters of the 2-year

course).

This is a one-year course that will cover the following topics through emphasis on basic geometric proofs, axioms,

postulates and theorems, plane geometric figures, right triangles with trigonometry, constructions, congruence and

similarity, circles, coordinate and transformational geometry, inductive and deductive reasoning, three-dimensional

geometry, and probability. Emphasis is on the development of deductive reasoning skills. Students will also review

algebraic techniques, work on realistic problems, and use technology when possible.

Scientific calculators are recommended.

Formal Geometry (H) Course #: 2215, 2216

Full Year Credit: 1 /Honors

Pre-requisite: Successful completion of all semesters of Algebra 1. Admission into Formal Geometry

will be based on the student’s previous performance in addition to teacher

recommendation, student’s desire to learn and work ethic.

This is a one-year course that will cover the following topics through emphasis on basic geometric proofs, axioms,

postulates and theorems, plane geometric figures, right triangles with trigonometry (Law of Sine and Cosine),

constructions, congruence and similarity, circles, coordinate and transformational geometry, inductive and deductive

reasoning, three-dimensional geometry, and probability. Emphasis is on the development of deductive reasoning skills.

Students will also review algebraic techniques, and work on realistic problems. An ability to think abstractly is critical for

successful completion of this course.

Algebra 2 Course #: 2221, 2222

Full Year Credit: 1

Pre-requisite: Algebra 1 and Geometry or Formal Geometry

This is a one-year course, which strengthens and expands on the techniques and concepts learned in Algebra 1. This

course will reinforce the student’s problem solving and algebraic skills in preparation for advanced mathematics courses.

The major topics of study are relations and functions, domain and range of parent functions systems of nonlinear

equations, polynomials and polynomial functions, complex numbers, quadratic equations, rational and radical functions,

exponential and logarithmic functions, statistics, and matrices. Throughout the year, students will continue to develop

the ability to reason and communicate mathematically, apply learned concepts to new problem-solving situations, and

exhibit increased confidence in their ability to solve mathematical problems.

Algebra 2 Honors Course #: 2227, 2228

Full Year Credit: 1 /Honors

Pre-requisite: Successful completion of all semesters of Algebra 1 and Formal Geometry. Admission

into Algebra 2 (H) will be based on the student’s previous performance in addition to

teacher recommendation, student’s desire to learn and work ethic.

This is a one-year course, designed for students with a strong understanding of the concepts learned in Algebra 1 and

Geometry. This course will build upon the student’s problem solving and algebraic skills in preparation for advanced

mathematics courses through a course that addresses the rigor expected of an honors level course. The major topics of

study are relations and functions, domain and range of parent functions, systems of nonlinear equations, polynomials and

polynomial functions, complex numbers, quadratic equations, rational and radical functions, exponential and logarithmic

functions, statistics, and matrices. Throughout the year, students will continue to develop the ability to reason and

communicate mathematically, apply learned concepts to new problem-solving situations, and exhibit increased confidence

in their ability to solve mathematical problems. Students may enroll in Algebra 2 Honors and Formal Geometry

concurrently if their course history supports this decision. Graphing calculators are recommended.

ADV Algebra 3 Course #: 2241, 2242

Full Year Credit: 1

Pre-requisite: Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2

Materials: Graphing Calculator Fee: $20

This is a one-year non-honors level course designed to build upon the concepts presented in Algebra 2. Students will apply

Algebra 2 concepts in real-life contexts to strengthen and expand problem solving, numerical literacy and application skills

in preparation for post-secondary choices including the world of work, college, technical training or the military. Mathematics

topics that will be imbedded into the modules include: Functions (Linear, Quadratics, Exponentials, Logarithms, Rational,

and Polynomial); Geometry and Measurement, Linear Programming, Probability and Data Analysis. Financial Math is a strong

second semester focus. Graphing Calculators are required.

Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry (H) Course #: 2231, 2232

Full Year Credit: 1 /Honors

Pre-requisite: Algebra 2

Materials: Graphing Calculator

This is a one-year course designed to teach the fundamentals of pre-calculus with trigonometry. The course begins with a

review of the basics of functions, polynomial functions and equations, radical and rational functions and equations and

exponential and logarithmic functions. Trigonometry topics are trigonometric functions; applications of trigonometric

functions, trigonometric identities, polar coordinates, graphs of polar equations, complex numbers, powers and roots.

Additional topics are vectors, sequences and series, conics, inverse and composition of functions, and limits. Throughout

the year, students will continue to develop the ability to reason and communicate mathematically, apply learned concepts

to new problem-solving situations, and exhibit increased confidence in their ability to solve mathematical problems. A

graphing calculator is required.

Probability, Statistics and Discrete Mathematics Course #: 2243-2244

Full Year Credit: 1

Pre-requisite: Successful completion of all semesters of Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

This is a one-year course designed to provide students with opportunities to explore concrete concepts, probability,

statistics and discrete mathematics. The first semester consists of studying set theory, probability, statistics, experimental

design, sampling techniques, distributions, measures of center, spread and position. Students are provided with

opportunities to collect and analyze data relevant to students and draw conclusions based on this analysis. The second

semester will involve hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, correlation, and linear regression, finance, and number

representations. Throughout the course, emphasis will be given to providing students with numerous opportunities to

model problem situations using hands-on materials, graphing calculators, and computers. Students need to have

completed the first semester of Probability, Statistics and Discrete Mathematics in order to continue into the second

semester.

AP Statistics Course #: 2271, 2272

Full Year Credit: 1 /Honors

Pre-requisite: Algebra 2, Fee: AP Exam Fee (None in 25-26) AP Exam is required.

Materials: Graphing Calculator

This is a one-year course designed to offer Statistics to those students wishing to study the topic at or on par

with the university level. The major topics of study are Inferential and Descriptive Statistics, Data Collection

and Analysis, Data Distributions, Probability, and Experimental Design. Students are required to take the AP

exam in May. All AP exams have a cost associated with them.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. Students must take the Advanced Placement Statistics

Test given in May in order to get AP credit.

AP Calculus AB Course #: 2255, 2256

Full Year Credit: 1 /Honors

Fee: AP Exam Fee (None in 25-26) AP Exam is required.

Materials: Graphing Calculator

Advanced Placement Calculus AB is a one-year course designed for those students wishing to study

mathematics on the collegiate level. The major topics of study are functions, limits and continuity, derivatives

and applications of the derivative, integrals, techniques of integration, and applications of the integral, and

inverse functions. This is for students who have completed the equivalent of four years of college preparatory

mathematics. Students apply skills and information acquired in previous math courses. Students are required

to take the AP exam in May. All AP exams have a cost associated with them.

Math 126/127, Pre-Calculus I &II (Taught at Galena) Course #: 14226, 14227

UNR Concurrent Enrollment Course Requires Enrollment and fees associated with UNR, approximately $75 1 Credit/per semester(GHS)

Full Year

Fundamentals of algebra; polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, their graphs, and

applications; complex numbers; absolute value and quadratic inequities; systems of equations, matrices,

determinants. Trigonometric functions, identities and equations; conic sections; complex numbers; polar

coordinates, vectors; systems of equations, Matrix algebra and more. (Credit may not be received for MATH 126

or 127 if credit has already been awarded for MATH 128 or above. These courses satisfy the University of

Nevada Core Mathematics requirement).

Statistical Reasoning in Sports Course #: 2425, 2426

Full Year 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of all semesters of Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2.

This class offers a unique and powerful way to introduce the principles of statistical reasoning. Statistical

Reasoning is Sports makes learning statistics exciting with high interest sports (and life) examples that show

how statistics is part of everyday life. This class examines fascinating questions about sports and life by

investigating the underlying statistical questions and creating a fun atmosphere in the classroom in which

students perform simulations, analyze data, and use simple randomization processes to develop and understanding of statistics.