Mathematics
The Mathematics Department provides an in-depth study of mathematics, focusing on both content standards and mathematical practice standards. Coursework prepares students for college studies and fulfills high school requirements in mathematics.
All students are required to take three years of mathematics at Rocklin High School. It is highly recommended that any university-bound student complete four years of mathematics.
All classes meet the California Mathematics Content Standards for California Public Schools for Grades 9-12.
Math Courses at Rocklin High
Core Offerings:
- Integrated Math I
- Integrated Math 2
- Everyday Integrated Math 2
- Integrated Math 2/3 Combo
- Integrated Math 3
- Everyday Integrated Math 3
- Accounting
- Data Science
- Math Analysis
- Personal Business and Finance
- Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Honors
- AP Statistics
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
Mathematics Scope & Sequence
Freshmen typically begin with Integrated Math I or II, based on prior performance and placement.
Pathway: Community College or Vocational Preparation:
Grade Level Recommended Courses
| 9th Grade | Integrated Math I |
| 10th Grade | Integrated Math II |
| 11th Grade | Integrated Math III |
| 12th Grade | QRAT (Quantitative Reasoning and Algebraic Thinking) |
| Alt. 11th/12th | AP Computer Science A, DE Accounting, Engineering Support Tech III, Personal Business/Finance |
Pathway: Four-Year College or University Preparation:
Track 1: Traditional Progression
Grade Courses
| 9th | Integrated Math I |
| 10th | Integrated Math II |
| 11th | Integrated Math III |
| 12th | Pre-Calc Honors → AP Calculus AB |
| Optional: AP Statistics or AP Calculus BC |
Track 2: Accelerated Progression
Grade Courses
| 9th | Integrated Math II |
| 10th | Integrated Math III |
| 11th | Pre-Calc Honors |
| 12th | AP Calculus AB or BC, AP Statistics, QRAT |
Integrated Math I
This course is intended to be the entry-level course at RHS. This is the first year of a three-year course progression in which students will discover the concepts of algebra, geometry, and statistics with an overall theme of problem solving.
Integrated Math 2
Grade Level: 9 – 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Math 1
This is the second year of a three-year course progression in which students will discover the concepts of algebra, geometry and statistics with an overall theme of problem solving.
Everyday Integrated Math 2
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Math 1
This course is a support class for students concurrently enrolled in Integrated Math 2. All senior students in Integrated Math 2 are required to be concurrently enrolled in everyday math. Other students are enrolled based on the student's grades, test scores, and teacher recommendation. Final placement in everyday Integrated Math 2 will be based upon specific math department criteria.
Integrated Math 2/3 Combo
Grade Level: 10
Prerequisite: A grade of “A” both semesters in Integrated 1 and teacher recommendation
This is the second and third year of a three-year course progression in which students will discover the concepts of algebra, geometry and statistics with an overall theme of problem solving. This course will meet every day so it will count as two classes in a student’s schedule.
Integrated Math 3
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in both semesters of Integrated Math 2 and Integrated Math 1
Recommended: Grade of “B” or better in both semesters of Integrated Math 2 and Integrated Math 1
This course is to prepare students for the rigors of college level mathematics. This is the final year of a three-year course progression in which students will discover the concepts of algebra, geometry, and statistics with an overall theme of problem solving.
Everyday Integrated Math 3
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math 2
Accounting
Grade Level: 10 – 12
Recommended: Completion of Intro to Business course
Dual Enrollment Course: Sierra College/Acct Fund-Bus Owners/Bus 000A (3 units)
Accounting is the “language of business”. This course will cover fundamental accounting principles and prepare students for future college business majors/minors such as business administration, accounting, marketing, international business management, etc. The course will offer practical training to enable students to hold bookkeeping or account clerk positions. Concepts covered will include basic financial accounting principles, recording and keeping financial data, financial statements, the accounting cycle and setting up accounting systems. Investments and an introduction to taxes are also included in the curriculum. Students will utilize computerized accounting systems and spreadsheets to complete their work and finish the course with a firm understanding of how to make data driven business decisions, and assess the health of a business through data analysis.
Data Science
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Math 3 ***
Please note: students must complete Integrated Math 3 if applying directly to a 4 year college. This course will introduce students to the main ideas in data science through free tools such Google sheets, Python, Data Commons and Tableau. Students will learn to be data explorers in project-based units, through which they will develop their understanding of data analysis, sampling, correlation/causation, bias and uncertainty, probability, modeling with data, making and evaluating data-based arguments, the power of data in society, and more. At the end of the course students will have a portfolio of their data science work to showcase their newly developed abilities.
*** Exceptions may be made; see math teacher/counselor if you have successfully passed IM 2
Math Analysis
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Math 3
Math Analysis integrates mathematical concepts from previous coursework. The course expands and synthesizes the material from Integrated 1, 2 and 3 including solving equations, probability, polynomials, inverses, factoring, trigonometric functions, statistics, and graphing with translations. The course also provides experience with problem solving for non-routine problems and financial mathematics. Students will complete projects throughout the course in order to keep the standards of mathematical practice a top priority.
Personal Business and Finance
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Math 2 (must take IM 3 if applying directly to a 4 year college)
This course is intended to provide students an overview of the basics of personal and business finances. The focus on the course is the application of basic math skills in real life financial scenarios. This course introduces students to the principles of personal finance and how to become financially capable – learning to understand topics related to finance such as making money, spending money, and saving money wisely. Preparing students to become competent consumers and employees is a major goal of this course. Some time will also be spent on business applications in regards to finance, such as personnel, production, purchasing and sales. The course is taught from a mathematical perspective, focusing on the applications of basic math skills in real life situations. Students will demonstrate understanding through collaboration on a variety of activities, projects, and class presentations.
Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Honors
Grade Level: 10 – 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Math 3
Recommended: Grade of “A” or better in both semesters of Integrated Math 3. Students that do not meet this recommendation will need to sign a waiver.
This course is to prepare students for the rigor of calculus. The topics include rational, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions, polar equations, parametric equations, the binomial theorem, and proof by induction. This course will also cover trigonometry. In particular, students will learn about graphs, identities, and numerous applications.
Advanced Placement Calculus BC
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry (Recommended “B” or better in both semesters)
Fee: College Board testing fee ($TBA)
Video Description: AP Calculus AB
Topics to be covered include functions and graphs, limits and continuity, differential calculus, integral calculus, and graphing calculator applications. It is recommended that all students enrolled in this course take the AP Calculus AB exam in the spring. Students who pass the test may receive college credit, advanced placement or both depending on the policies at the institution.
Advanced Placement Statistics
Grade Level: 11 – 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math 3
Recommended: Grade of an “A” in both semesters of Integrated 3 or successful completion of Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Honors or higher level mathematics course
Fee: College Board testing fee ($TBA)
