EssentialMathematics encourages mathematical literacy. Students explore a variety of intersections between mathematical concepts and real-world experiences, including varied careers, money management, and daily living. Topics…
Courses
Staff at Westgate strive to provide students with an excellent education, and we wish for students to develop academically, spritually, physically and emotionally during their time with us. We encourage students to be involed in our co-curricular programs and to take classes in a wide range of subject areas. Grade 9 and 10 students must select 10 credits. Grade 11 students are expected to take a minimum of nine credits per year and Grade 12 students a minimum of eight credits.
45S Calculus
Calculus 45S is a half-credit course that serves as an introduction to calculus. Topics include:
Prerequisite: Minimum of 60% in Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S40S Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Pre-Calculus Mathematics is theoretical in nature with emphasis on the mastery of algebraic skills in preparation for higher level mathematics. This course will provide experiences…
Prerequisite: Minimum of 60% in Pre-Calculus Mathematics 30S30S Essential Mathematics
Essential Mathematics encourages mathematical literacy, the understanding of math in daily life, business and industry. Cooperative, interactive, and communicative skills will be developed for the…
30S Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Pre-Calculus Mathematics is theoretical in nature with emphasis on the mastery of algebraic skills in preparation for higher level mathematics. This course will provide experiences…
Prerequisite: Students need at least 60% in grade 10 pre-Calc or special permission to register for this class.20S Essential Mathematics
Essential and Consumer Mathematics encourages mathematical literacy, the understanding of math in daily life, business and industry. Cooperative, interactive, and communicative skills will be developed…
20S Introduction to Pre-Calculus Mathematics
This introductory course prepares students for both Applied and Pre-Calculus Mathematics. Topics include: Student will need to achieve 60% in order to continue on in…
Prerequisite: Students need at least 60% on the grade 9 Pre-Calc Unit or special permission to register for this class.10F Mathematics
Grade 9 Mathematics is a foundation course intended to prepare students for multiple possible pathways in Grades 10 to 12. The course builds on the…
8 Mathematics
In Grade 8 the mathematics course emphasizes problem solving, basic skills and the ability to communicate mathematically. Strands include:
7 Mathematics
The Grade 7 program encourages students to:
6 Mathematics
The Grade 6 program encourages students to: