Program of Studies - Hunterdon Central Regional High School

#344 - ACADEMIC ALGEBRA 2 - 5 CREDITS (MTH 344 ACD ALG 2)
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: #334 Academic Algebra 1 AND #324 Academic Geometry
This is a course, which continues the algebraic topics taught in #334 Academic Algebra 1. The content of the course is similar
to, but not as rigorous as #333 Algebra 2. A special objective of this course is to increase exposure to problem-solving and
critical thinking skills through calculator explorations and group activities.
#304 ESL - FOUNDATIONS OF PRE-ALGEBRA 1A - 5 Elective Credits (MTH 304 ESL PREALG 1A)
Grade: 9-11
Prerequisite: Must be a student in the ELL program
Recommendation: “Below Proficient” on the NJASK8
This course is the first in a three-course sequence designed to teach English Language Learning students basic mathematics and
pre-algebra skills. Topics include: a review of the basic skills (operations on whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and
their applications), a component of algebra skills and processes using variables, number patterns, tables, and graphs through
linear equations. Problem solving and HSPA preparation are themes throughout the course. Students are placed in this section
based upon recommendation by members of the ELL committee.
#304 ESL – PRE-ALGEBRA 1B - 5 CREDITS (MTH 304 ESL PREALG 1B)
Grade: 9-11
Prerequisite: Must be a student in the ELL program
Recommendation: “Below Proficient” on the NJASK8
This course is the second in a three-course sequence designed to teach English Language Learning students who did not meet
proficiency on the NJASK8 and/or are in need of furthering their Algebra 1 readiness skills. This course reinforces concepts
covered on the HSPA as well as the core concepts expected to be mastered on the Algebra 1 End of Course Exam. Problem
solving, number sense, data analysis, and HSPA preparation are themes that are blended within the core content that is focused
on preparing students for success in Algebra 1. Students are placed in this section based upon recommendation by
members of the ELL committee.
#324 ESL - ACADEMIC GEOMETRY - 5 CREDITS (MTH 324 ESL ACD GEOM)
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: #304 ESL Pre-Algebra 1B
This course is a continuation of #304 Pre-Algebra 1B. Topics studied include numerical operations, geometry and
measurement, patterns and algebra. Problem solving is a theme woven throughout the course in an effort to encourage higherlevel
thinking skills, with an emphasis on the study of geometric topics. This course covers the topics from a standard geometry
course, especially as they pertain to the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA).
#326 – MATH 1 (HSPA PREP) – 2.5 CREDITS (MTH 326 MATH 1 HSPA)
Grade: 11
This is a compensatory basic skills course which emphasizes remediation and reinforcement of skills and concepts necessary to
pass the High School Proficiency Assessment, which is necessary for graduation. Students are placed in this course based upon
their performance on the 10th grade diagnostic assessment, or by teacher recommendation.
#327 – MATH 2 (HSPA PREP) – 2.5 CREDITS (MTH 327 MATH 2 HSPA)
Grade: 12
This is a compensatory basic skills course which emphasizes remediation and reinforcement of skills and concepts necessary to
pass the High School Proficiency Assessment, which is necessary for graduation. Students will also prepare for the Student
Review Assessment (SRA) as an alternative for fulfilling the HSPA requirement. Students are placed in this course based upon
their performance on the HSPA, or by teacher recommendation.
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