COURSE SELECTION NIGHT 2018 CONESTOGA HIGH SCHOOL MATH DEPARTMENT PROGRAM OF STUDIES COURSE SELECTION NIGHT 2018 CLASSES OF 2020-2022 PAUL POIESZ-DEPARTMENT CHAIR POIESZP@TESD.NET

MATH COURSE SEQUENCE CURRENT NEXT YEAR Pre-algebra Algebra 1* Algebra 1 Geometry Geometry Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Math Analysis Math Analysis Calculus Electives *NOTE: ALGEBRA 1 IS A STATE-DESIGNATED KEYSTONE EXAM COURSE

Statistics can be taken anytime after Algebra 2 ELECTIVES Statistics -----AP and Introductory (H/X) Statistics can be taken anytime after Algebra 2 Post Calculus Multivariable Calculus (only after completion of AP Calculus BC) H* Independent Study (1 or 2 Semesters)

COMPUTER SCIENCE Programming with Alice and Java (1 semester) Computer science experience has become an imperative for today’s students and the workforce of tomorrow. Programming with Alice and Java (1 semester) Coding: Games, Apps, and The Arts (1 semester) AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles 

LEVELS Academic Accelerated Honors: Pre-AB vs. Pre-BC After Geometry AP Calculus (AB/BC) Statistics Computer Science

DIFFERENCES Skill Level Homework Expectations Depth And Breadth Of The Course Speed Of The Course/Pace Text Readability

And Now: MAKING THE DECISION Courses are sequential – that is the easy part. Level – look for the greatest possibility of success for your son/daughter. Teacher recommendations are your best guide. POIESZP@TESD.NET