Academics

Course #411
Level: 1
Credit: 1
Open to: Freshmen
Prerequisite: Entrance exam results and grade school records

Algebra I Honors is a comprehensive course focused on all high school Algebra I concepts. This class teaches and requires students to demonstrate fluent understanding of concepts and procedures, reason abstractly and quantitatively, communicate reasoning, model with mathematics, solve problems, and analyze data. Throughout the course, students will learn how math topics are related to real-world problems. Students who successfully complete this course, will have mastered Algebra I math standards and will be ready to continue to Geometry. At the honors level, students are expected to arrive to class each day with all assignments completed so they can progress at the appropriate pace through all required units of study.

In alignment with the skills detailed in the Portrait of the Crusader, students practice solving problems with innovation and imagination, and they are taught to think critically about the synthesis of data and respond with defendable, original work.

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Course #422
Level: 2
Credit: 1
Open to: Sophomores
Prerequisite: 80% average in Advanced Algebra I or 92% average in Algebra I CP-A with recommendation of present Algebra teacher

Advanced Geometry is a full year college preparatory course that explores all high school Geometry concepts. Students study the characteristics and properties of two and three dimensional objects; analyze geometric relationships; develop mathematical arguments about these relationships; and apply visualization, spatial reasoning and modeling to solve problems. Throughout the course, students learn how math topics are related to daily life and work to solve real-world problems. In each unit of study, there is a purposeful movement from foundational knowledge to higher-order thinking skills. Students demonstrate an understanding of concepts and procedures, model with mathematics, reason abstractly and quantitatively to solve problems, communicate their reasoning, and evaluate conclusions. The pace of instruction, in-depth study of specific topics, and level of independence required to complete learning activities varies between the CP, Advanced, and Honors levels. Students who successfully complete this course, will have demonstrated proficiency in Geometry math standards and will be ready to continue to Advanced Algebra II.

In alignment with the skills detailed in the Portrait of the Crusader, students practice solving problems with innovation and imagination. They are taught to think critically about the synthesis of data and respond with defendable, original work. In all interactions, students are guided to act with integrity and respond to peers with respect and encouragement.

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Course #421
Level: 1
Credit: 1
Open to: Freshmen and Sophomores
Prerequisite: Proficiency exam and grade school records or 80% average in Algebra I Honors; 92% average in Advanced Algebra I 

Geometry Honors offers a rigorous study of high school Geometry, including analyzing the characteristics and properties of shapes; developing mathematical arguments about geometric relationships; using coordinate geometry; applying transformations and using symmetry to analyze mathematical situations; and using visualization, spatial reasoning and modeling to solve problems. Students who successfully complete this course, will have demonstrated mastery in Geometry math standards. In each unit of study, there is a purposeful movement from foundational knowledge to higher order thinking skills. Students demonstrate a fluent understanding of concepts and procedures, reason abstractly and quantitatively to solve problems, communicate their reasoning, model with mathematics, analyze data, and evaluate conclusions.

In alignment with the skills detailed in the Portrait of the Crusader, students practice solving problems with innovation and imagination. They are taught to think critically about the synthesis of data and respond with defendable, original work. In all interactions, students are guided to act with integrity and respond to peers with respect and encouragement.

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Course #428
Level: 2
Credit: 1
Open to: Juniors
Prerequisite: 80% average in Advanced Algebra I and 80% average in Advanced Geometry; 92% average in Geometry CP-A 

Course #431
Level: 1
Credit: 1
Open to: Sophomores and Juniors
Prerequisite: 80% average in Algebra I Honors; 80% average in Geometry Honors; or 92% in Advanced Geometry 

Course #436
Level: 2
Credit: 1
Open to: Juniors and Seniors
Prerequisite: 80% average in Advanced Algebra II, 92% average in Algebra II CP; recommendation of present Math teacher

This is a full year college preparatory Precalculus course exploring all high school Precalculus topics as well as Algebra and Geometry concepts. This class teaches and requires students to demonstrate fluent understanding of concepts and procedures, reason abstractly and quantitatively, communicate reasoning, model with mathematics, solve problems, and analyze data. Throughout the course, students will learn how math topics are related to daily life and solve real-world problems. Students who successfully complete this course will be ready to continue to a Calculus course. The pace of instruction, in-depth study of specific topics, and level of independence required to complete learning activities varies between the Advanced and Honors levels.

In alignment with the skills detailed in the Portrait of the Crusader, students practice solving problems with innovation and imagination, and they are taught to think critically about the synthesis of data and respond with defendable, original work.

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Course #445
Level: 1
Credit: 1
Open to: Juniors and Seniors
Prerequisite: 92% average in Algebra II Honors  

In this full year AP PreCalculus course, students explore all high school PreCalculus topics as well as advanced Algebra and Geometry concepts. This class requires students to demonstrate fluent understanding of concepts and procedures, reason abstractly and quantitatively to solve problems, communicate reasoning, model with mathematics, and evaluate conclusions. As in all advanced level courses, students are expected to complete work according to given timelines so they are prepared to move through the curriculum at the required pace. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared for Calculus I. In alignment with the skills detailed in the Portrait of the Crusader, students in this course solve problems through innovation, imagination, and self-advocacy, and they seek personal relevance in and ownership of learning to become truly college and career ready.

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Course #440
Level: 1
Credit: 1
Open to: Seniors
Prerequisite: 80% average in Precalculus Honors 

Honors Calculus  is the study of limits and rates of change that lead to the discovery of derivatives. The course takes an in-depth look at the derivative from its origin to its applications in varying fields of study  - Mathematics, Physics, Economics, Business. The course is designed for students who will pursue a field that requires calculus at the college level or who express interest and strength in mathematics.

In alignment with the skills and dispositions detailed in the Portrait of the Crusader, students practice solving problems with innovation and imagination; they think critically about the synthesis of data, and they respond with defendable, original work.

Course #439
Level: AP
Credit: 1
Open to: Seniors
Prerequisite: 92% average in Precalculus Honors

AP Calculus AB focuses on students’ understanding of calculus concepts and provides experience with methods and applications. Through the study of the big ideas of calculus (e.g., modeling change, approximation and limits, and analysis of functions), the course becomes a cohesive whole, rather than a collection of unrelated topics. The course requires students to use definitions and theorems to build arguments and justify conclusions. The course features a multi -representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. Exploring connections among these representations builds understanding of how calculus applies limits to develop important ideas, definitions, formulas, and theorems. A sustained emphasis on clear communication of methods, reasoning, justifications, and conclusions is essential. Teachers and students will regularly use technology to reinforce relationships among functions, to confirm written work, to implement experimentation, and to assist in interpreting results.

In alignment with the Holy Cross Portrait of the Crusader, students solve problems with innovation and imagination, think critically about the synthesis of data, and respond with defendable, original work.

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Course #455
Level: 2
Credit: 1
Open to: Juniors and Seniors
Prerequisite: Advanced or Algebra II Honors

Course #450
Level: AP
Credit: 1
Open to: Juniors and Seniors
Prerequisite: 92% average in Advanced Algebra II or in Pre-Calculus; recommendation of present Math teacher

AP Statistics is a full year, college level course exploring statistics concepts. This class teaches and requires students to  demonstrate fluent understanding of concepts and procedures, reason abstractly, model with mathematics, analyze data, solve problems, and evaluate conclusions. Throughout the course, students will analyze and solve real-world problems. Students who successfully complete this course will have mastered Statistics standards and will be ready to take the AP Statistics Exam.

In alignment with the skills and dispositions detailed in the Portrait of the Crusader, students practice solving problems with innovation and imagination; they think critically about the synthesis of data, and they respond with defendable, original work.

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