Course Description
Pre-requisite: Algebra 1
Saxon Algebra 2 offers a substantial review of all topics in Algebra I and then moves on to cover the following topics at an advanced level:
- solving and graphing of linear and quadratic equations,
- factoring,
- a variety of types of word problems,
- solving quadratic equations by completing the square,
- solving simultaneous equations with fractions and decimals,
- complex roots of quadratic equations,
- solving systems of nonlinear equations,
- graphing and solving a system of inequalities,
- exponential equations, as well as a review of key geometry,
- probability, and
- statistics topics.
Time is spent developing geometric concepts and writing proof outlines.
Students completing the Algebra 2 curriculum will have studied the equivalent of one semester of informal geometry.
Course Details
Algebra 2
Eight Grade
Ninth Grade
Coming soon.
| Algebra 2 – An Incremental Approach, 3rd Edition. Saxon, 2003 |
Ms. Shanae Larsen
Ms. Larsen LOVES her job, loves her students, and feels passionate about helping them feel successful, smart, and capable. She will be teaching the seccondary math classes at American Heritage this year and is so excited to blend her love of the gospel and her Savior with her love of teaching. Ms. Larsen graduated from BYU with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics Education and while there was able to be a Cougarette for a few years and then a cheerleader during her senior year at BYU. Outside of teaching Ms. Larsen loves to do ALL the things! She loves to hike, be outside, dance, stunt, workout, go on walks (especially during sunset), read, journal and learn/try new things!