Los Altos High School

Recommended Prerequisites:

• Completion of Geometry with a C- or better for both semesters

• Basic Algebra I skills are required with mastery of solving equations, numeracy, exponents and graphing linear equations

Recommended Prerequisites:

• Completion of Geometry with an A- or better

• Summer packet to review/refresh Algebra I standards

• Thorough knowledge of Algebra I is expected

• Student should enjoy mathematics and desire to be challenged.

Content:

• Some place time spent reviewing Algebra I

• Linear relations and functions

• Systems of equations

• Quadratic relations and functions

• Powers and roots

• Complex numbers

• Exponents and logarithms

• Polynomials

• Sequences and series

• Matrices

Content:

• Minimal class time spent reviewing Algebra I

• Linear relations and function

• Quadratic relations and functions

• Exponential and logarithmic functions

• Rational and irrational algebraic functions

• Higher degree functions

• Complex numbers – arithmetic and graphing

• Sequences and series

• Probability

• Data analysis

• Conic sections

• Matrices

Activities: 

• Group work

• Lectures

• Quizzes and tests

Activities:

• Very fast paced course with the first three chapters covered in less than two weeks

• Sections are covered in one day

• Group work

• Presenting problems on the board

• Challenge group problems

• Daily quizzes

• Group projects

Homework:

• Assigned daily (including weekends)

• Assigned problems mainly from the first 2/3 of the problem set and are mostly straightforward questions.

• Required to read the text, take notes and show work

Homework:

• Assigned daily (including weekends)

• Assigned problems are typically challenging requiring problem solving skills

• Problems require synthesis of learned skills and concepts

• Required to read the text, take notes and show work