Completion of Algebra 1 or Math 8 teacher recommendation
In Geometry, students study a variety of geometrical investigations, problems, patterns, and relationships of Geometry. This course also strengthens students' algebra skills while developing new algebraic understandings required for future math courses. Reasoning and justifying conclusions are central to proof and emphasized throughout the course.
The Geometry course will enable the student to:
- Be fluent in the language of geometry and be able to identify characteristics and properties of two- and three-dimensional geometric objects
- Use inductive and deductive reasoning to formulate and support conclusions; the concept of proof will be introduced as a means of justifying these conclusions with general principles
- Use the concepts and language of transformations to describe and analyze geometrical relationships
- Understand and apply the principles of right triangle trigonometry
- Solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
- Model real world phenomena with linear and quadratic equations
A variety of ongoing and frequent assessments, both formative and summative, will be used to develop each student’s ability to communicate and apply their understanding of topics studied.
“For us non-math enthusiasts, this class can feel a bit like a necessary evil. Even so, I think it's made enjoyable by the classmates and the teachers, and the content is important for math in later years, so do pay attention, even if it's not particularly hardcore. In a scenario where you have to pick between this class or honors, you shouldn't feel ashamed choosing this path; the knowledge is just as valuable. Who knows, you may even start to enjoy math.”
- Zahra Brady (Class of 2025)
“As someone who doesn't enjoy maths normally and has had some pretty bad experiences at my old school, Geometry was amazing. I genuinely enjoyed what I was learning and felt like I had connected with the material by the end of the course and was able to relate it to my life.”
- Anonymous