SUMMER COURSES
Solid Foundations*
*SUMMER COURSE
We look at all the content which is required to make sure that a child is completely ready for transition mathematics. We work on flashcard facts, both content and speed. We work on basic operations, especially longhand multiplication and division. We introduce the concepts of partial amounts with fractions and decimals. Plus place value on both sides of the decimal point will be emphasized.
Fractions, Decimals, Percents*
*SUMMER COURSE
We cover a basic overview of the meanings and definitions of these 3 forms of describing portions. We look at the 4 basic operations for decimals and fractions. We look at how to convert among fractions, decimals, and percents. And we look at how to properly understand and manipulate mixed fractions. Part of each step is working with fractions which contain, not just numbers, but also variables as well.
Intro to Algebra*
SUMMER COURSE
We cover a basic overview of the rules and procedures of working with signed numbers, as well as the conceptual foundations of understanding and solving first degree equations. We also explore operations with signed numbers as they apply to variables. We examine the fundamental principles of exponents, and how they provide the building blocks for handling polynomial expressions. Finally, we introduce two dimensional graphing, including how to graph lines.
Algebra Applications*
*SUMMER COURSE
A special emphasis will be placed on how to think in approaching a word problem.
Each of the 10 weeks will be spent looking at a major type of appliaction in algebra, and the skills which are required to support working the application problems. Topics include percents (tax, increase, profit), variation, ratios and proportions, rate and distance, total value, and linear modeling.
Intro to Algebra II*
*SUMMER COURSE
Following Introduction to Algebra, we will look at the major components of higher level algebra: solving non-linear equations, higher order polynomials, solving systems, non-whole number exponents, rational expressions, and several levels of difficulty of writing linear equations from data.
Intro to Trig and Pre-cal*
*SUMMER COURSE
We look at a variety of topics, including graphing, triangle solution and application, proofs, angular velocity, and equations. A special emphasis is placed on learning the theory behind the unit circle, and how to use this theory to learn all the exact values which trig work expects a student to memorize.
Intro to Calculus*
*SUMMER COURSE
We look at a variety of topics, including limits, continuity, derivatives, integrals, and related rates. A special emphasis is placed on difference quotients and understanding the foundation of calculus: finding the limit of adding a finite number of calculations as the number of calculations goes to infinity.