Mathematics Department at Morton East
Welcome!
Welcome to the Morton East 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 Course Descriptions
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- Integrated Mathematics (Core)
- Quantitative Literacy
- Algebra III
- College Algebra/Trigonometry
- AP Statistics
- Integrated Mathematics (Honors)
- AP Calculus
Integrated Mathematics (Core)
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.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 9
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS I (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
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.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: One year of Integrated Mathematics I
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
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. SAT Preparation activities are included.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: One year of Integrated Mathematics II
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS III (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
Quantitative Literacy
Quantitative Literacy
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 2 is generally required for college admission.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of Integrated Mathematics III
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take QUANTITATIVE LITERACY (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
DUAL CREDIT: Morton College may apply.
Algebra III
Algebra III
Course Description
Course review and extend algebraic concepts for students who have already taken Integrated I-III. Course topics include (but are not limited to) operations with rational and irrational expressions, 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 introduce 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
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take ALGEBRA III (SPRING/FALL)
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 MAT 110.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Core
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of Integrated Mathematics III
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take COLLEGE ALGEBRA/TRIGONOMETRY (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
DUAL CREDIT: Morton College may apply.
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: 1. 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 141 from Morton College will be earned if student earns a C or better in the course.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of Integrated Mathematics III
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP STATISTICS (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
DUAL CREDIT: Morton College may apply.
Integrated Mathematics (Honors)
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 1 CORE and 1st semester of Integrated Mathematics 2 CORE, but at a faster pace. Acceleration and depth-of-study are characteristics of this program.
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS I HONORS (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics II
Course Description
Students in this course study; geometric similarities, 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.
Student could enroll in Integrated II HONORS from Integrated 1 CORE by passing Integrated II HONORS Summer Seminar
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: One year of Integrated Mathematics I Honors
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS II HONORS (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
Integrated Mathematics III
Course Description
Students in this course will study Statistics, Geometric Proofs, Geometric Modeling, Polynomial Functions, Rational Functions, Radicals & Rational Exponents, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometric Functions, and Systems and Comparing Functions. SAT Preparation activities are included. Students in this course will study the same content as in Integrated III 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 Honors II
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS III HONORS (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
AP 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. SAT Preparation activities are included.
Student could enroll in AP Precalculus from Integrated II Honors by passing the Integrated Mathematics III Summer Seminar Course
CREDIT: 1.0
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: One year of Integrated Mathematics II Honors OR Integrated Mathematics III
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP PRE-CALCULUS (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
AP Calculus AB
Course Description
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: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of AP Precalculus
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP CALCULUS AB (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
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: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One year of AP Precalculus
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP CALCULUS BC (SPRING/FALL)
OFFERED: One year course
ME/FC Mathletes
Mathletes at Morton East/Freshman Center
Students compete against Illinois schools in individual and team Mathematics events. The events include monthly Illinois Mathematics League contests, the Lemont Invitational, the ICTM Regional and State Math contests, the MathCON online competition, and four West Suburban Math League meets. In order to prepare, students meet at least once per week to practice complex and challenging math problems.
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Morton Mathletes Club Information
2020-2021 Mathlete Schedule: TBA
2020-2021 Illinois Math League (IML) Contest Dates
Competitions: Rules & Archives
Mathlete Records
Morton Mathlete Records
NSML Records (2018 Update) - Morton left the NSML after the 2018 season in order to join the WSML
WSC Records (2018 Update) - WSC was discontinued after 2018 due to the formation of the WSML
2013 Calculator Team - 9th in State
2017 Calculator Team - 9th in State
Videos & Articles
Morton Mathlete Videos & Articles
2016-2017 Mathlete Promo Video
2016 Lip-Dub: Shut Up and Dance
Career Award Recipients
List of Career Award Recipients Since 2012 (2021 update)
Class of 2021 (as Juniors)
Class of 2020
Class of 2019
Class of 2018
Class of 2017
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Class of 2009