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Math Course Descriptions

The study of Mathematics and related problem-solving techniques transcends all disciplines and prepares students to lead meaningful and successful lives in any career choice.  The Mathematics program at Suffern High School is designed to provide students with a challenging course of study that meets their interests and skill level while preparing them for continued success in future courses and programs.  The study of math has relevance in countless applications in our lives, and our coursework highlights the applicability of mathematical operations and solutions in real-world problem-solving situations.

GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION

Students must successfully complete three years of math and pass one NextGen Regents exam in Mathematics for a Regents diploma and pass Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II NextGen Regents exams for an Advanced Regents Diploma.

Continuation in a math program is generally based upon students successfully completing any prerequisite course and passing the associated Regents examination, or obtaining both math department chair and administrative approval.  Final determination of course placement resides with the school.

Honors Level, Advanced Placement (AP) and College Level Courses

Students are generally admitted to these advanced-level courses based upon standardized test scores, past academic performance, teacher recommendation, departmental and administrative approval.  A minimum class grade (unweighted) of A (93%) is usually required for initial consideration of course admittance and the department evaluates continuation in the program.  Students are required to take appropriate AP exams and are responsible for all fees associated with AP/college-level courses.  Colleges/universities vary in how they award and/or accept college transfer credit earned by high school students.  It is strongly urged that students familiarize themselves with the college credit acceptance and transfer policies of the colleges/universities they wish to attend prior to considering enrolling in a college credit course offered at SHS.

 

Math Courses