Mathematics
Students in the Class of 2024 or prior years must successfully complete one year of Algebra 1 or a higher level math course to be eligible to graduate. Students in the Class of 2025 or later must complete a total of three years of math including Algebra 1 to graduate. Students are encouraged to take a minimum of three years of math to maximize their options for college and career after high school.
Algebra 1 (Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
The course is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Algebra 1. Topics include signed numbers and properties of real numbers, equations, inequalities, functions, lines, systems of equations and inequalities, polynomials and exponents, factoring, quadratic functions, rational functions and equations, and radical functions and equations. Successful completion of Algebra 1 or a higher level Math Course is a graduation requirement.
Algebra 2 (Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
The course is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Algebra 2. Topics include functions, equations and their graphs, linear systems, quadratic functions, polynomial expressions and functions, radical expressions and functions, rational expressions and functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections, sequences and series, probability and statistics, and matrices.
Algebra 2 Honors (Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: “A” in both semesters of Algebra 1, “A” in both semesters of Geometry
The course is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Algebra 2 but places an emphasis on rigor and advanced problem solving.
Explorations in Data Science (Grades 11 and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
In this course students will learn to understand, ask questions of, and represent data through project-based units. The units will give students opportunities to be data explorers through active engagement, developing their understanding of data analysis, sampling, correlation/causation, bias and uncertainty, modeling with data, making and evaluating data-based arguments, and the importance of data in society. At the end of the course, students will have a portfolio of their data science work to showcase their newly developed knowledge and understanding.
Geometry (Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 1 or teacher recommendation
The course is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Geometry. Topics include undefined terms, geometric reasoning, parallel and perpendicular lines, triangle congruence, properties of triangles, quadrilaterals and polygons, similarity, right triangle trigonometry, perimeter, circumference and area, volume and surface area, circles, and transformational geometry.
Geometry Honors (Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: “A” in both semesters of Algebra 1 and an eligible score on the MDTP Geometry Readiness exam
The course is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Geometry but places an emphasis on rigor and advanced problem solving.
Precalculus (Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
The course is aligned with selected Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Mathematical Analysis, Linear Algebra, and Trigonometry. Fall semester topics include functions and their graphs, the arithmetic of complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, and topics in analytic geometry. Spring semester topics include radian measure, trigonometric functions and their graphs, problem solving using trigonometric relationships and laws, identities, and solving trigonometric equations.
Probability and Statistics (Grades 10, 11, and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Precalculus
The course is aligned with selected Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Statistics & Probability. Topics include basic principles of descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis, design of experiments, sample distributions and estimation, fitting models to data, measuring and interpreting probability. Examples from games of chance, business, medicine, policymaking, the natural and social sciences, and sports will be explored. A graphing calculator (TI-83) is required for the course. It is used extensively as a learning tool to expose students to the power and simplicity of statistical software for data analysis.
AP Calculus AB (Grades 11 and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: “B” or better grade in both semesters of Precalculus or teacher recommendation
The course is aligned with the AP Calculus AB Content Standards published by the College Board. Topics include the use of a graphing calculator, limits, the average and instantaneous rates of change, derivatives (rules for differentiation, implicit differentiation, and higher derivatives), graphical analysis using derivatives, L’Hospital’s Rule, continuity theorems (Intermediate Value Theorem, Extreme Value Theorem, Rolle’s Theorem, and the Mean Value Theorem), applications of the derivative (motion, optimization, linear approximation, and scientific contexts), antiderivatives, Riemann sums, the definite integral, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, the average value of a function, applications of the integral (area, volume, and scientific contexts), simple differential equations (including exponential growth and decay), and slope fields.
AP Statistics (Grades 11 and 12)
Year Course
Fulfills “C” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: “B” or better grade in both semesters of Algebra 2 or Precalculus
AP Statistics involves the study of four main areas: exploratory analysis, planning a study, probability, and statistical inference. In contrast to a typical math course AP Statistics is taught as an activity based course in which students actively construct their own understanding of the concepts and techniques of statistics.
Financial Literacy (Grade 12)
Year Course
SSFUSD Elective credit
Pending “G” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
The goal of this course is to guide students in building a strong foundation in logical thinking and problem solving that will enable them to make good decisions concerning matters of money and finance in their daily lives. Students will use technology that will allow them to present the skills and knowledge they gain from this course and apply them to real-life situations. Students are introduced to such everyday life skills as examining money decisions Americans make, learn how to budget, learn how to get and stay out of debt, read their credit score, identify possible career options, learn how to balance a checking account, compare health plans, learn how to use and read W-2s, learn about home mortgages, calculate for retirement, and track inflation.