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INTRODUCTION TO HIGH SCHOOL ALGEBRA 1-2 (1010 – 1011)
Grade Level: 9-10
Prerequisite: None
Introduction to High School Algebra is a course designed to develop the skills required to be successful in Algebra I.  Mathematical content includes number sense, patterns and functions, and problem solving. This course will meet high school graduation requirements.

ALGEBRA 1-2 (1030 – 1031)
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Meets the UC/CSU “c” requirement
This course is the first year of algebra. Students learn about operations with algebraic expression, solutions to first and second degree equations, factoring, graphing linear equations, inequalities, irrational numbers, the quadratic formula, and other similar topics. The typical student spends at least one-half hour on homework daily. This course has been aligned to the PUSD and State Standards for Mathematics, and meets the PUSD math requirements.

GEOMETRY 1-2 (1042 – 1043)
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: C or better in Algebra 1-2 or C or better in Algebra 2A-2B
Meets the UC/CSU “c” requirement
This course teaches deductive reasoning and organized thinking. Students study postulates, definitions, and theorems to use in formal proofs. Both semesters emphasize using algebraic skills to solve problems. Plane geometry and solid geometry are taught. Students also learn straightedge and compass constructions and transformations.

ALGEBRA 3-4 (1035 – 1036)
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite: Geometry 1-2
Meets the UC/CSU “c” requirement
This course is a review and extension of first year algebra. New topics include conic sections, probability, logarithms, matrices and properties of functions.