Math
Overview
The John Carroll School recognizes the importance of mathematics in today’s world. We require the subject be studied for four years since mathematics has become more important in many areas of study, including some traditionally non-mathematical areas. At the college level, students majoring in many fields are likely to be required to take at least one semester of college calculus. Accounting, business administration, economics, engineering, sociology, pre-dental, pre-medical, psychology, nursing and the sciences are some of these fields.
| Curriculum | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 |
| Algebra 1 | Modified Geometry | Algebra 2 Pt. 1 | Algebra 2 |
| Honors Algebra I | Geometry | Algebra 2 | Algebra 3 |
| Honors Algebra 2 | Advanced Geometry | Algebra 3/Trig | Algebra 3/Trig |
| Honors Geometry | Honors Pre-Calculus | Math Analysis | |
| Calculus 1 | |||
| AP Calculus (AB) | |||
| AP Calculus (BC) | |||
| Probability & Statistics | |||
Technology
For an increasing number of our mathematics courses the use of a graphing calculator is mandatory. This allows the emphasis of the course to be on problem solving and exploration, while reaching a necessary understanding of the techniques of algebra. Problems are explored algebraically, numerically, and graphically.
With the use of a graphing calculator, graphs may be obtained rapidly and used to study function properties. Students will learn how to transform graphs in a geometric sense so that they will be able to sketch the graphs of functions quickly. A solid foundation is laid for the study of calculus by providing students with an intuitive understanding of functions, graphs, and their properties.
The use of technology allows a balance between exact answers and approximate answers. Students will be able to read answers from graphs up to the limits of the calculator. Exploring the connections between graphical representations and problem situations greatly aids the understanding of mathematical concepts. In addition, the power of visualization helps students more fully appreciate the role of mathematics in society.
| Mathematics Department Faculty | |
|---|---|
| George J. Appleby, Jr., Chair | B.S. State University of New York |
| Ann M. Drummey | M.Ed. Loyola College |
| Susan C. Gradishar | M.Ed. University of Delaware |
| Frances A. Houston | B.A. Illinois State University |
| Joseph A. Iacchei | M.S. Georgia Institute of Technology Mr. Iacchei’s Web Page |
| Fen Whey Koh | M.C.R.P. Ohio State University |
| Susan Kraft | M.Ed. Towson University |
| Beverly H. Markel | B.S. West Virginia Institute of Technology |
| Claudia R. Reyerson | B.S. Towson State University |
| Robert Torres | B.A. University of Maryland, Baltimore County |
| Kristi Tyner | B.S. Towson State University |
| Alvin P. Ward | B.S. Towson State University |
| Jean M. Willan | M.A. Teachers College – Columbia University |