Please note that the following courses have historically had course fees associated with them. Please contact school administration if you have any questions about course fees.

Math 8

This course provides students with the opportunity to consolidate their understanding of number and spatial concepts through logic and reasoning. Students will learn to inquire and communicate mathematically through problem solving, connecting and reflecting. Course content includes operations with fractions, financial literacy, proportional reasoning, perfect squares/cubes, square roots, algebra, surface area, volume, statistics, and probability.

 Math 9                                                                                                                            

This course provides students with the opportunity to further develop the mathematical processes of communication, visualization, reasoning, estimation, and problem solving. Topics included in this course are operations with rational numbers, exponents, polynomials, linear relations, algebra, spatial proportional reasoning, statistics, and financial literacy.

Fundamental Math 9

This course is for students who have experienced major difficulties in previous math courses. The material covered in this course is a continuation of basic mathematical skills with more opportunity for individualized help.  This course leads to Workplace Math 10, unless there is an exceptional circumstance whereas a student has demonstrated the mathematical skills necessary for success at the Foundation and Pre-Calculus Math 10 level.  A teacher recommendation is required for this course.

Foundations of Mathematics & Pre-Calculus 10

This course follows the development of concepts studied in Math 9.  The course is organized around the topics of powers, prime factorization, functions & relations, linear functions, systems of linear equations, arithmetic sequences, polynomials, trigonometry, and financial literacy.

 Workplace Mathematics 10                                                   

This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the workforce. Topics covered in the course include graphing, trigonometry, measurement conversions, surface area & volume, central tendency, probability, and financial literacy.

STRIVE 10 (Cohort)                

(Four courses – English, Math, PE, and Science – see Miscellaneous Courses for more information.)

 Computer Science 11/12

A project-based course centered on computer programming concepts. Students will develop algorithms for solving problems of a mathematical nature and work through a standard software development cycle.  The course will work primarily in JavaScript, although students are able to explore other frameworks or languages.

 Foundations of Mathematics 11                             

This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus like Economics, Geography, Arts or Humanities. Topics include: mathematical reasoning, angle relationships, graphical analysis (linear inequalities, quadratic functions, systems of equations, optimization), statistics, scale models, and financial literacy.

 Pre-Calculus 11                                                                                                            

This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs that require the study of theoretical calculus, like Sciences or Engineering.  Topics include: real number system, powers, radical operations & equations, polynomial factoring, rations expressions & equations, quadratic functions & equations, inequalities, trigonometry, financial literacy.  It is suggested that students taking this course have a minimum of a ‘C’ in Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10.

 Pre-Calculus 11/Pre-Calculus 12                                                                     

Double block (8 credits)

Recommended: A minimum of 80% in Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 is recommended. This is considered the Challenge option for grade 11.

This option is for students who would like to take a AP Calculus course in their grade 12 year. Students choosing this double-blocked course will take both Pre-Calculus 11 and Pre-Calculus 12, timetabled so that Math is taken each day throughout the year. This will be a demanding course. It is expected that these students will be enrolling in AP Calculus 12 in their grade 12 year.

 Workplace Mathematics 11                                                  

This course is specifically designed to provide students with the mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades at post-secondary, and for direct entry into the workforce. Topics include: financial literacy, rate of change, probability & statistics, interpreting graphs, and 3D objects.

Pre-Calculus 12                                                                                                        

This course is designed for students who have completed Pre-Calculus 12 who wish to further students’ mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs that require the study of calculus.  Topics include: transformations of functions; trigonometric functions, equations and identities; exponential and logarithmic functions; polynomial, rad]=-[‘6ycal and rational functions; geometric sequences and series.

Pre-Calculus 12 & Calculus 12                                                                        

Double block (8 credits)

This option is for students who would like to take Calculus while still in high school.  Students choosing this double-blocked course will take both Pre-Calculus 12 and Calculus 12, timetabled so Math is taken each day throughout the year.  Students planning on taking calculus, or who will be required to take calculus at a post-secondary institution, are strongly encouraged to select this course.

It is recommended students considering taking this course have a minimum of 82% in Pre-Calculus 11.

AP Calculus 12

AP Calculus 12 is a first year university science course that gives students the opportunity to receive both secondary and university credits, and prepares them to write the optional AP exam in May. This course, which follows the provincial curriculum, is intended for extremely capable math students and plan to continue math at the post-secondary level.  Students who do not have secondary school calculus may have difficulty with subsequent math courses at college or university. Topics include: functions and graphs, limits, differentiation, and integration.  A strong background in math is recommended for this course and must have completed Pre-Calculus 12 prior to the start of this course.

Foundations of Mathematics 12                                         

This course is designed to further students’ mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of calculus.  Topics include: geometric explorations (constructions, conics, fractals), graphical representations (polynomial, logarithmic, exponential, sinusoidal), regression analysis, combinatorics, probability, and financial planning.

 Apprenticeship Mathematics 12                                                  

This course is specifically designed to further students’ mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills required for entry into the majority of trades at post-secondary, and for direct entry into the workforce.  Topics include: measuring, similar triangles, 2D and 3D shapes, 3D objects, mathematics in the workplace, and financial literacy.