Honors Geometry

Course Description

This course will include an intense study of: polygons, congruency and classifications of triangles, deductive proofs, circles and their angles, right triangles, areas and volumes of plane and solid figures, ratio and proportions of similar triangles, and coordinate geometry. In addition, students will develop visual skills, expand their mathematical vocabulary and review algebra skills necessary for success in Honors Algebra II.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of SPX Honors Algebra I, successfully testing out of Honors Algebra, or completion of Algebra I and Teacher recommendation.

Grade Level Offerings

9,10

Course Length

1 Year

Credits

1

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