- Syosset Central School Dist
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The Syosset Mathematics department believes that our students can learn to think critically, solve problems, and see the beauty of mathematics. Our team is passionate about the subject and is deeply committed to fostering enthusiasm for mathematics in our students. The faculty is inspired to shape student learning and believe Syosset students will see mathematics as enjoyable, logical, and appropriately challenging within our diverse course offerings.
Click here to view the PTSA Curriculum Presentation on Math, Fall 2021
Department: Math
Course Number: 3340
Course Title: ALGEBRA I CCSS
Details: Year, 1 Credit, 1 Period
Grades:
Prerequisites: Math 8 or equivalent
Co-Requisites:
Required For: Geometry CCSS, Geometry CCSS L
Recommended For: This course is a graduation requirement.
Expense:
Description: The critical areas of this course deepen and extend the students’ understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting these relationships with each other and by applying mathematical models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Students will engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. Click here to read full course description
Department: Math
Course Number: 3250
Course Title: GEOMETRY CCSS
Details: Year, 1 Credit, 1 Period
Grades:
Prerequisites: Algebra I CCSS
Co-Requisites:
Required For: Algebra II CCSS
Recommended For: Students following the sequence for a Regents diploma with advanced designation.
Expense:
Description: Students will explore more complex geometric situations and will deepen their explanations of geometric relations including formal mathematical arguments. Transformational geometry will be emphasized throughout the course. Click here to read full course description
Department: Math
Course Number: 3220, 3224
Course Title: GEOMETRY LAB CCSS
Details: Year, 1 Credit, 1 Period plus alternate day lab
Grades:
Prerequisites: Passing grade in the Algebra I CCSS course and a passing grade on the Algebra I CCSS Regents
Co-Requisites:
Required For: Algebra II CCSS
Recommended For: Students following the sequence for a Regents diploma with advanced designation
Expense:
Description: This course is equivalent to Geometry CCSS, course #3250. Students will meet for one period each day and a lab period every other day with the same teacher. The lab period is a required portion of the course that will be devoted to the reinforcement of the various skills necessary for student success in this course. The CCSS Regents examination for Geometry will be administered in June.
Department: Math
Course Number: 3290
Course Title: GEOMETRY HONORS CCSS
Details: Year, 1 Credit, 1 Period
Grades:
Prerequisites: Algebra I and a minimum grade of 90 on the Algebra I CCSS Regents
Co-Requisites:
Required For:
Recommended For: Outstanding mathematics students who love the subject
Expense:
Description: The Syosset Geometry Honors Curriculum follows the Common Core Learning Standards adopted by New York State with an emphasis on challenging students at an enriched level. This course has been aligned to the new Next Generation Standards. Students will learn mathematics beyond the Regents core curriculum through cross cutting and inquiry-based problem solving. Students will be held to a higher standard, where a strong worth ethic, independence, and a growth mindset is expected.
Department: Math
Course Number: 3260
Course Title: MATHEMATICAL FUNCTIONS
Details: Year, 1 Credit, 1 Period
Grades:
Prerequisites: Geometry or Geometry-Lab
Co-Requisites:
Required For:
Recommended For: Students who need to develop additional algebraic skills in order to continue with the study of Algebra II topics
Expense:
Description: This course will provide preparation for Algebra II as well as the necessary review of previously learned topics in Algebra I and Geometry. Students will acquire a deeper understanding of mathematics, its purpose in the world, and the relationships that exist between each of the areas of mathematics. Click here to read full course description
