Mathematics Department at Morton West
Welcome!
Welcome to the Morton West Mathematics Department!
On this page, you will find a list of courses offered, downloadable resources, staff contact information and promotional videos.
Megan Holub
Mission
To engage and prepare our students to be critical and independent thinkers who can share problems in a post-secondary and real-world setting.
Vision
The Morton Mathematics Department will provide the tools necessary for all students to become problem-solvers, effective citizens, and productive members of our society.
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Courses
Mathematics Department Core Courses
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- Integrated Mathematics I
- Integrated Mathematics II
- Integrated Mathematics III
- Quantitative Literacy
- Algebra III
- College Algebra Trigonometry
Integrated Mathematics I
Integrated Mathematics I
Course Description
Students in this course study; expressions, introduction to functions and interpreting functions, linear relationships and modeling linear functions, congruence of geometry, systems of equations, inferential statistics, exponential functions, and comparing exponential functions and linear functions by modeling.
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics II
Integrated Mathematics II
Course Description
Students in this course study; extending the number system, working with quadratic equations representations of quadratic equations, quadratic functions and modeling, geometric similarities, right triangles and trigonometry, probability, and circles. Integrated II is generally required for college admission.
Morton Freshman Center - M20C0F/M20C0S: For students who completed Integrated 1 at Unity.
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS I
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics III
Integrated Mathematics III
Course Description
Students in this course will study; Statistics, Geometric Proofs, Geometric Modeling, Polynomial Functions, Rational Functions, Radicals and Rational Exponents, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometric Functions, and Systems and Comparing Functions. ACT Preparation activities are included.
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II
OFFERED: One year course
Quantitative Literacy
Quantitative Literacy
Course Description
This course will focus on attaining competency in the analysis, quantitative literacy and problem solving. This course is intended for students whose career occupations are not STEM focused and where they will be able to be placed in a non-calculus based mathematics course sequence. Topics focused will be numeracy, algebra, functions and modeling. Students earning a C or better in this course will be able to enroll in a credit bearing course as a college freshman without taking a placement test. This course meets the requirements of the PWR law.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS III
OFFERED: One year course
DUAL CREDIT COURSE
Algebra III
Algebra III
Course Description
Course review and extend algebraic concepts for students who have already taken Integrated 1-111. Course topics include (but are not limited to) operations with rational and irrational expressions, Students in this course study; expressions, introduction to functions and interpreting functions, linear relationships and modeling linear functions, congruence of geometry, factoring of rational expressions, linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, solving systems of linear and quadratic equations, properties of higher degree equations, and operations with rational and irrational exponents. The course introduces topics in discrete math, elementary probability and statistics; matrices and determinants; and sequences and series. Students must earn a C or better both semesters in order to waive the Morton College Placement Test and enroll in credit bearing mathematics as a college freshman.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS III
OFFERED: One year course
College Algebra Trigonometry
College Algebra Trigonometry
Course Description
Students study advanced topics in algebra and trigonometry. Content includes simultaneous equations, matrices, inequalities, relations, algebra functions, polynomial equations, transcendental functions, trig functions of acute angles, trig functions and identities, solutions of triangles, graphing and complex numbers. Emphasis on stats and data is supported with the graphing calculator. If a student earns a C or better in semester 2, they will earn 3 semester hours dual credit from Morton College in MATllO.
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS III
OFFERED: One year course
DUAL CREDIT COURSE
Mathematics Department Honors Courses
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- Integrated Mathematics I
- Integrated Mathematics II
- Integrated Mathematics III
- AP Pre-Calculus
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- AP Statistics
Integrated Mathematics I
Integrated Mathematics I
Course Description
Students in this course study; expressions, introduction to functions and interpreting functions, linear relationships and modeling linear functions, congruence of geometry, systems of equations, inferential statistics, exponential functions, and comparing exponential functions and linear functions by modeling, extending the number systems, representing quadratic functions, and working with and modeling quadratic functions. Students in this course will study the same materials as in Integrated Mathematics l CORE and 1st semester of Integrated Mathematics 2 CORE, but at a faster pace. Acceleration and depth-of-study are characteristics of this program.
Students can enroll in Integrated II HONORS from Integrated l CORE by passing Integrated II HONORS Summer Seminar.
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics II
Integrated Mathematics II
Course Description
Students in this course study; geometric similarities, Geometric Proof, right triangles and trigonometry, probability, and circles Statistics, Geometric Proofs, Geometric Modeling, Polynomial Functions, Rational Functions, Radicals and Rational Exponents, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometric Functions, and Systems and Comparing Functions. Students in this course will study the same materials as in 2nd semester of Integrated 2 CORE, and Integrated 3 at a faster pace. Acceleration and depth-of-study are characteristics of this program. Integrated 2 HONORS is generally required for college admission.
Students can enroll in Integrated II HONORS from Integrated l CORE by passing Integrated II HONORS Summer Seminar.
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS I
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics III
Integrated Mathematics III
Course Description
Students in this course will study Statistics, Geometric Modeling, Polynomial Functions, Rational Functions, Radicals & Rational Exponents, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometric Functions, and Systems and Comparing Functions. ACT Preparation activities are included. Students in this course will study the same content as in Integrated Ill Core, but at a faster pace and a more depth- of-study.
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II
OFFERED: One year course
AP Pre-Calculus
AP Pre-Calculus
Course Description
This course will prepare students for other college-level mathematics and science courses. Through regular practice, students build deep mastery of modeling and functions, and they examine scenarios through multiple representations. The course framework delineates content and skills common to college precalculus courses that are foundational for careers in mathematics, physics, biology, health science, social science, and data science. Topics include polynomial & rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric & polar functions, and functions involving parameters, vectors, and matrices. ACT Preparation activities are included.
Student can enroll in AP Precalculus from Integrated II Honors by passing the Integrated Mathematics III Summer Seminar Course
This course is a part of the School for Biliteracy Program
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: One year of AP PRECALCULUS OR INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II (HONORS)
OFFERED: One year course
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus AB
Course Description
The Honors section carries an Honor Point In this course, students will prepare for college mathematics and for the Advanced Placement AB exam. The content includes differentiation and integration of polynomial functions, circular functions, logarithmic functions and exponential functions. A graphing calculator is highly recommended; the type of graphing calculator is to be determined by the teacher. Students are required to take the AP exam in May. The test will require an additional fee. It is preferred that students enrolling in AP Calculus AB take a 4 (four) day Summer Boot Camp.
Students must take Summer Boot Camp
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of AP PRECALCULUS
OFFERED: One year course
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus BC
Course Description
This course deals with the BC content of the Advanced Placement Curriculum beyond that of the Calculus AB sequence. Additional topics include sequences, infinite series, solutions of differential equations, advanced techniques of integration, as well as parametric and polar equations. Students are required to take the AP exam in May. The test will require an additional fee. It is required that students enrolling in AP Calculus BC take a 5 day Summer Boot Camp.
Students must take Summer Boot Camp
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of AP PRECALCULUS
OFFERED: One year course
AP Statistics
AP Statistics
Course Description
This course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are required to take the AP Exam. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: 7. Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns 2. Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study 3. Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation 4. Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses. 3 semester hours of credit in MAT 747 from Morton College will be earned if student earns a C or better in the course.
Students must take Summer Boot Camp
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS III
OFFERED: One year course
DUAL CREDIT COURSE
Mathematics Department STEM Courses
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- Integrated Mathematics I STEM
- Integrated Mathematics II STEM
- Integrated Mathematics III STEM
- Multivariable Calculus
Integrated Mathematics I STEM
Integrated Mathematics I STEM
Course Description
This course is for 8th graders recommended by feeder schools based on MAP scores. Students study introduction to functions, liner relationships, linear modeling, systems of equations and inequalities, extending the number system, representing quadratic functions, working with quadratic functions and modeling of quadratic functions, fundamentals of geometry, geometric modeling and proofs, descriptive statistics, and representation of exponential functions.
Students need to be recommended into this course by feeder schools based on MAP score
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 8
PREREQUISITE: None
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics II STEM
Integrated Mathematics II STEM
Course Description
Students in this course study; geometric similarities, right triangles and trigonometry, probability, circles, statistics and geometric proofs. and modeling, probability, inferential statistics, polynomial functions, rational functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, and trigonometric representations. Integrated 2 is generally required for college admission. The Honors section carries an Honor Point.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS I STEM
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics III STEM
Integrated Mathematics III STEM
Course Description
Students in this course study; geometric similarities, right triangles and trigonometry, probability, circles, statistics and geometric proofs. and modeling, probability, inferential statistics, polynomial functions, rational functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, and trigonometric representations. Integrated 3 is generally required for college admission. The Honors section carries an Honor Point.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II STEM
OFFERED: One year course
Multivariable Calculus
Multivariable Calculus
Course Description
Calculus 3 course includes the study of hyperbolic functions, improper integrals, directional directives, and multiple integration and its applications. The student must have scored a 3 or better on the AP Calculus BC exam in May of their junior year to qualify to register for the course. If a student earns a C or better in the course they will earn 4 semester hour of credit from Morton College in MAT 203. Differential Equations course includes the student of elementary differential equations including first d high order differential equations, partial differential equations, linear equations, systems of linear equations, transformations, series solutions, numerical method, boundary value problems, and existence theorems. If a student earns a C or better in the course they will earn 3 semester hours of credit from Morton College in MAT 275.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10-11
PREREQUISITE: One year of INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II HONORS
OFFERED: One year course