Mathematics

Advanced Mathematics 6 is a course for sixth grade students who are transitioning from the emphasis placed on whole number arithmetic in elementary school to the foundations of algebra. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives (i.e. number lines, fractions circles, algebra tiles, and two-color counters) and technology, such as the Desmos calculator and Chromebooks, will allow students to develop an understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in basic computations.

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Grade 6 Standards of Learning

Grade 7 Standards of Learning

Grade 7 Standards included are: 7.NS.1, 7.NS.2, 7.CE.1, 7.MG.1, 7.MG.3, 7.PS.2, 7.PFA.1, 7.PFA.2, 7.PFA.3, 7.PFA.4

Advanced Mathematics 7 is a course for seventh grade students that extends concepts and skills learned in Advanced Math 6 and prepares students for more abstract concepts in algebra and geometry. The course focuses on computation with rational numbers and the use of proportions to solve a variety of problems. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in basic computations. The course objectives provide a solid foundation for Algebra I.

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Grade 7 Standards of Learning

Grade 7 Standards included are: 7.NS.3, 7.CE.2, 7.MG.2, 7.MG.4, 7.PS.1, 7.PFA.2d

Grade 8 Standards of Learning

Mathematics 7 is a course for seventh grade students that builds upon the skills learned in previous grades. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in basic computations.

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Grade 7 Standards of Learning

Mathematics 8 is a course for eighth grade students that extends concepts and skills from previous grades and prepares students for the more abstract concepts in algebra. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in basic computations.

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Grade 8 Standards of Learning

Algebra 1 is designed to help students understand the basic structure of algebra and acquire proficiency in applying algebraic concepts and skills in authentic situations. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives and technology, such the Desmos as calculator, computers, and spreadsheets, will allow students to develop an understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in computations. Students will engage in mathematical discourse with the teacher and other students. Students cannot receive credit for both Algebra 1 (MA3130) and Algebra 1 Honors (MA 3220).

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Algebra 1 Standards of Learning

Algebra 1 is designed to help students understand the basic structure of algebra and acquire proficiency in applying algebraic concepts and skills in authentic situations. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives and technology, such as the Desmos calculator, computers, and spreadsheets, will allow students to develop an understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in computations. Students cannot receive credit for both Algebra 1 (MA3130) and Algebra 1 Honors (MA 3220).

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Algebra 1 Standards of Learning

The course offers students the opportunity to collect and analyze univariate and bivariate data using a variety of statistical and analytical tools. They will learn to use functional algebra and statistics, allowing for the possibility of standardizing and analyzing data through the use of mathematical models. Students will solve problems that require the formulation of linear, quadratic, exponential or logarithmic equations or a system of equations. They will also use transformational graphing and the regression capabilities of graphing calculators to find regression equations. The infusion of technology (graphing calculator and/or computer software) in this course will assist in modeling and investigating functions and data analysis.

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Algebra, Functions, and Data Analysis Standards of Learning

Algebra 2 is designed to continue the study of topics explored in Algebra 1 and Geometry. Topics include complex numbers; functions and graphs; systems of equations and inequalities; and polynomial, logarithmic and exponential functions and equations. The active engagement of students along with the use of technology, such as the Desmos calculator, computers, and spreadsheets, will allow students to develop an understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning.Realistic applications through mathematical modeling will aid in the investigation and study of functions, equations and inequalities. Students may take the Standards of Learning (SOL) test for Algebra 2. Students cannot receive credit for both Algebra 2 and Algebra 2/Trigonometry (MA3137).

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Algebra 2 Standards of Learning

Algebra 2/Trigonometry is designed to continue the study of topics explored in Algebra 1 and Geometry. Topics include complex numbers; functions and graphs; systems of equations and inequalities; and polynomial, logarithmic and exponential functions and equations. Topics from trigonometry include circular functions, graphs and applications. The active engagement of students along with the use of technology, such as the Desmos calculator, computers, and spreadsheets, will allow students to develop an understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning.Realistic applications through mathematical modeling will aid in the investigation and study of functions, equations and inequalities. Students may take the Standards of Learning (SOL) test for Algebra 2. Students cannot receive credit for both Algebra 2/Trigonometry and Algebra 2 (MA3135).

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Algebra 2 Standards of Learning

Mathematics 6 is a course for sixth grade students who are transitioning from the emphasis placed on whole number arithmetic in elementary school to a more in-depth study of rational numbers and the primary foundations of algebra. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives (i.e. number lines, fractions circles, algebra tiles, and two-color counters) and technology, such as the Desmos calculator and Chromebooks, will allow students to develop an understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in basic computations.

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Grade 6 Standards of Learning

Geometry is designed to help students understand the basic structure of geometry and apply geometric concepts and skills in authentic situations. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives and technology, such as computer programs and calculators, will allow students to develop an understanding of the geometric principles they are learning. Topics include reasoning and proof, lines and their relationships, triangles and their relationships, and polygons and quadrilaterals. Students will gain an appreciation of the structure of geometry and develop powers of spatial visualization. Students enrolled in this course may need to take the Geometry End-of-Course test. Students cannot receive credit for both Geometry (MA 3143) and Geometry Honors (MA 3225).

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Geometry Standards of Learning

This course is designed to be equivalent to a first semester introductory college computing course. Students will develop computational thinking vital for success across all disciplines, such as using computational tools to analyze and study data and working with large data sets to analyze, visualize and draw conclusions from trends. The course is unique in its focus on fostering student creativity. Students are encouraged to apply creative processes when developing computational artifacts and to think creatively while using computer software and other technology to explore questions that interest them. They will also develop effective communication and collaborative skills, working individually and collaboratively to solve problems. This course will not count as a mathematics credit and is for elective credit only!

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AP Computer Science Principles Course and Exam Description

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of programming using a variety of tools. Although students may have had previous computer experience, no programming knowledge is assumed. Students will be introduced to problem-solving and programming concepts using Alice, a three- dimensional graphics-oriented programming environment. Through Alice, students will be introduced to the object-oriented computer programming paradigm used by many modern programming languages.

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Computer Mathematics Standards of Learning

AP Calculus AB is designed to be the equivalent of a first semester college calculus course. The courses feature 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. The course includes regular use of technology to reinforce relationships among functions, to confirm written work, to implement experimentation, and to assist in interpreting results. This course is taught on the college level and the topics meet the requirements set forth by the College Board.

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AP Calculus AB Course and Exam Description

AP Calculus BC is designed to be the equivalent to both first and second semester college calculus courses. A satisfactory grade on the Advanced Placement BC test usually receives more college credit than a similar grade on the AB test. AP Calculus BC applies the content and skills included in AP Calculus AB to parametrically defined curves, polar curves, and vector-valued functions; develops additional integration techniques and applications; and introduces the topics of sequences and series. This course is taught on the college level and the topics meet the requirements set forth by the College Board. 

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AP Calculus AB Course and Exam Description

AP Computer Science A is equivalent to a first-semester, college-level course in computer science. The course introduces students to computer science through programming. Fundamental topics in this course include the design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. The course emphasizes object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language. 

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AP Computer Science Principles Course and Exam Description

The AP Statistics course is equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based college course in statistics. The AP Statistics course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes evident in the content, skills, and assessment in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, probability and simulation, and statistical inference. Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding. This course is taught on the college level and the topics meet the requirements set forth by the College Board. 

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AP Statistics Course and Exam Description

Discrete Mathematics focuses on problem solving in a discrete setting, addressing concepts which are not normally found in the algebra, geometry, and calculus courses. As students solve problems, they will analyze and determine whether a solution exists (existence problems), investigate how many solutions exist (counting problems), and focus on finding the best solution (optimization problems). Connections will be made to other disciplines. Probability and Statistics provides an understanding of the kinds of regularity that occur in random functions and provides experiences in associating probabilistic mathematical models with phenomena in the real world. Topics include averages, measures of variation, frequency distributions and probability functions associated with random variables, binomial distributions, sampling, the normal curve, and statistical methods available for decision making.

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Discrete Mathematics Standards of Learning

Probability and Statistics Standards of Learning

Pre-Algebra is a course for sixth grade students who exhibit high mathematical ability and achievement and is designed to prepare students for Algebra I Honors in grade 7. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives (i.e. number lines, fractions circles, algebra tiles, and two-color counters) and technology, such as the Desmos calculator and Chromebooks, will allow students to develop an understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning. Facility in the use of technology will not be a substitute for students' understanding of quantitative concepts and proficiency in basic computations.

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Grade 6 Standards of Learning

Grade 7 Standards of Learning

Grade 8 Standards of Learning

Algebra 1 Honors is a mathematics course for students who exhibit high mathematical ability and achievement. The course is designed to prepare students for Scientific, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. Students enrolled in this course will take the Algebra 1 End-of-Course test. Students cannot receive credit for both Algebra 1 Honors (MA3220) and Algebra 1 (MA3130).

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Algebra 1 Standards of Learning

Geometry Honors is a mathematics course for students who exhibit high mathematical ability and achievement. The course is designed to prepare students for Scientific, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. Students will gain an appreciation of the structure of geometry and develop powers of spatial visualization. Students enrolled in this course may need to take the Geometry End-of-Course test. Students cannot receive credit for both Geometry Honors (MA3225) and Geometry (MA3232).

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Geometry Standards of Learning

Geometry Honors is a mathematics course for students who exhibit high mathematical ability and achievement. The course is designed to prepare students for Scientific, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition of mathematical vocabulary and symbols. Students will gain an appreciation of the structure of geometry and develop powers of spatial visualization. Students enrolled in this course may need to take the Geometry End-of-Course test. Students cannot receive credit for both Geometry Honors (MA3225) and Geometry (MA3232).

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Geometry Standards of Learning

The course will augment skills in applied mathematical concepts through mathematical investigations targeting outcomes defined in Virginia's College and Career Ready Mathematics Performance Expectations (MPE). Students will research, collect and analyze data; develop and support ideas and conjectures; investigate, evaluate and incorporate appropriate resources; and determine appropriate problem-solving approaches and decision-making algorithms in a variety of real world contexts and applied settings. Students taking this course must be in grade 12 and have already earned a verified credit in mathematics. This course will count as one elective mathematics credit for graduation.

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College and Career Ready Mathematics Capstone Course

Algebra Lab 1 is a pass/fail yearlong elective course taken in tandem with the Algebra 1 course. The course is designed for those students needing additional assistance to be successful in algebra. The course will include opportunities for student remediation in topics essential to the understanding of algebra along with hands-on opportunities to explore algebraic concepts using a variety of representations. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives and technology, such as calculators, computers, and spreadsheets, will allow students to enhance their understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning in the Algebra I course. Topics include variables and expressions, solving equations and inequalities; linear functions; and graphing and writing linear equations.

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Algebra 1 Standards of Learning

Geometry Lab- Year is a yearlong elective course taken in tandem with the Geometry course. The course is designed for those students needing additional assistance to be successful in Geometry. The course will include opportunities for student remediation in topics essential to the understanding of geometry along with hands-on opportunities to explore geometric concepts using a variety of representations. The active engagement of students along with the use of manipulatives and technology, such as calculators, laptops, Chromebooks will allow students to enhance their understanding of the mathematical principles they are learning in the Geometry course.

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Geometry Standards of Learning

Trigonometry complements Algebra 2 by providing preparation for typical college mathematics courses below the level of calculus. The course offers a thorough treatment of trigonometric and circular functions. Graphs and properties of the six functions are presented in depth. Other topics include trigonometric equations, inverse trigonometric functions, and identities, solutions of triangles and applications of trigonometry. Probability and Statistics provides an understanding of the kinds of regularity that occur in random functions and provides experiences in associating probabilistic mathematical models with phenomena in the real world. Topics include averages, measures of variation, frequency distributions and probability functions associated with random variables, binomial distributions, sampling, the normal curve, and statistical methods available for decision making.

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Trigonometry Standards of Learning

Probability and Statistics Standards of Learning

AP Precalculus centers on functions modeling dynamic phenomena. This exploration of functions is designed to better prepare students for college-level calculus and provide grounding for other mathematics and science courses. Topics include polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and trigonometric and polar functions. Optional topics include functions involving parameters, vectors, and matrices. This course is taught on the college level and the topics meet the requirements set forth by the College Board.

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AP Precalculus Course and Exam Description

Through the use of open-source technology tools, students will identify and explore problems that involve the use of relational database concepts and data-intensive computing to find solutions and make generalizations. Students will engage in a data science problem-solving structure to interact with large data sets as a means to formulate problems, collect and clean data, visualize data, model using data, and communicate effectively about data formulated solutions

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Data Science Standards of Learning

Online Algebra 1 contains the same content, and bears the same credit, as its face-to-face counterpart. This version of the course is delivered entirely online using the Virginia Beach Digital Campus platform. Specialized computer skills and platform familiarity are developed during the Online Orientation which is part of the course. Information about the nature of Online Learning, the necessary computer equipment, and other aspects of this opportunity can be found on the VBSchools.com Web page at the Distance Learning link on the Academics drop-down menu (or visit https://www.vbschools.com/academics/distance). Students enrolled in this course will take the Algebra 1 End-of-Course Test.

Online Algebra, Functions, and Data Analysis contains the same content, and bears the same credit, as its face-to-face counterpart. This version of the course is delivered entirely online using the Virginia Beach Digital Campus platform. Specialized computer skills and platform familiarity are developed during the Online Orientation which is part of the course. Information about the nature of Online Learning, the necessary computer equipment, and other aspects of this opportunity can be found on the VBSchools.com Web page at the Distance Learning link on the Academics drop-down menu (or visit https://www.vbschools.com/academics/distance).

Online Algebra 2/Trigonometry contains the same content, and bears the same credit, as its face-to-face counterpart. This version of the course is delivered entirely online using the Virginia Beach Digital Campus platform. Specialized computer skills and platform familiarity are developed during the Online Orientation which is part of the course. Information about the nature of Online Learning, the necessary computer equipment, and other aspects of this opportunity can be found on the VBSchools.com Web page at the Distance Learning link on the Academics drop-down menu (or visit https://www.vbschools.com/academics/distance).

Online Geometry contains the same content, and bears the same credit, as its face-to-face counterpart. This version of the course is delivered entirely online using the Virginia Beach Digital Campus platform. Specialized computer skills and platform familiarity are developed during the Online Orientation which is part of the course. Information about the nature of Online Learning, the necessary computer equipment, and other aspects of this opportunity can be found on the VBSchools.com Web page at the Distance Learning link on the Academics drop-down menu (or visit https://www.vbschools.com/academics/distance). Students enrolled in this course will take the Geometry End-of-Course Test. Students cannot receive credit for both Online Geometry and either Geometry Honors (MA 3225) or Geometry (MA 3143).

Dual Enrollment Statistics I is a dual-enrollment, one-semester course providing the successful student with three college semester credits and one-half Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) elective credit. The course presents an overview of statistics, including descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and linear regression.

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Tidewater Community College Dual Enrollment Courses

Tidewater Community College Course Catalog (see MTH 245 Statistics I)

Pre-Calculus I is a dual enrollment, one semester course providing the successful student with three college semester credits and one-half Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) elective credit. This Tidewater Community College Course MTH 161 Precalculus I presents topics in power, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations and inequalities.

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Tidewater Community College Dual Enrollment Courses 

Tidewater Community College Course Catalog (see MTH 161 Precalculus I)

Pre-Calculus II is a dual enrollment, one semester course providing the successful student with three college semester credits and one-half Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) elective credit. This Tidewater Community College Course MTH 162 Precalculus II presents topics in trigonometry, trigonometric applications (including Law of Sines and Law of Cosines), and an introduction to conics.

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Tidewater Community College Dual Enrollment Courses

Tidewater Community College Course Catalog (see MTH 162 Precalculus II)

Dual Enrollment Calculus II is a dual-enrollment, one-semester course providing the successful student with four college semester credits and one-half Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) elective credit. This course continues the study of calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular, polar, and parametric graphing, indefinite and definite integrals, methods of integration, and power series along with applications. Features instruction for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs.

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Tidewater Community College Dual Enrollment Courses

Tidewater Community College Course Catalog (see MTH 264 Calculus II)

Dual Enrollment Calculus III is a dual-enrollment, one-semester course providing the successful student with four college semester credits and one-half Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) elective credit. This course focuses on extending the concepts of function, limit, continuity, derivative, integral, and vector from plane to three dimensional space. Covers topics including vector functions, multivariate functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and an introduction to vector calculus. Features instruction for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs.

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Tidewater Community College Dual Enrollment Courses

Tidewater Community College Course Catalog (see MTH 265 Calculus III)