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Math (US)

The conviction of the Mathematics Department is that one learns mathematics best through understanding and practice. There must be a proper balance between theory, practice, and application. The student must be actively involved in learning. An environment that allows the student maximum participation in discovery is essential. It is important that the student be significantly challenged according to his intellectual ability and maturity. Graphing calculators and computers are learning tools used throughout the mathematics curriculum.

Graduation requirements: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus

  • Algebra I

    The Algebra I curriculum places an emphasis on conceptual understanding and algebra as a means of representation as a tool for problem solving. Manipulative skills, while essential, are a means, not an end. Topics in Algebra I include linear equations and inequalities; systems of open sentences; absolute value equations and inequalities; quadratic equations; linear, quadratic and exponential functions; polynomials and rational expressions; irrational numbers and radicals.

  • Algebra I Honors (US)

    The Algebra I curriculum places an emphasis on conceptual understanding and algebra as a means of representation as a tool for problem solving. Manipulative skills, while essential, are a means, not an end.  Topics in Algebra I include linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, linear, quadratic functions, polynomials and rational expressions, irrational numbers and radicals.  Since this is an honors course, there will be times when enrichment topics will be included.  If time allows, some introduction to Geometry and Algebra II topics will be integrated. 

    This course earns 1.0 credit towards the math graduation requirement. Accordingly, the final grade for the course is listed on the transcript, and it is counted in a student's upper school GPA.

  • Geometry

    This course covers essential topics in Euclidean geometry including parallel lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, the Pythagorean Theorem, similarity and congruence, transformations, constructions, circles, area, and volume. Special attention is given to developing inductive problem-solving strategies as well as writing geometric proofs. Additional topics may include an introduction to trigonometry.

  • Geometry Honors

    This course covers essential topics in Euclidean geometry including parallel lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, the Pythagorean Theorem, similarity and congruence, transformations, constructions, area, and volume. Special attention is given to developing inductive problem solving strategies including constructing computer models. Emphasis is placed on deductive explanations of geometric properties. Additional topics may include fractals, non-Euclidean geometry, logic, set theory, and graph theory. Permission is required to register for this course.

  • Algebra II

    This course promotes mathematical modeling of real world situations using polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Additional topics include statistics, probability, conics, matrices, and complex numbers.

  • Algebra II Honors

    This course promotes mathematical modeling of real world situations using polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Additional topics also include statistics, probability, binomial theorem, conics, complex numbers, sequences, series, and matrices. Permission is required to register for this course.

  • Pre-Calculus

    This course builds on the concepts of functions introduced in Algebra II. Concepts covered include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions with applications, sequences and series, probability and data analysis, and parametric functions.

  • Pre-Calculus Honors

    This course builds on the concepts covered in Algebra II Honors. Concepts covered include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometry functions and their graphs, parametric and polar equations and graphs, matrices and systems of equations and inequalities, sequences and series, probability and statistics, vectors, mathematical induction, and limits with an introduction to Calculus. Permission is required to register for this course.

  • Advanced Math - Calculus & Statistics

    This year-long senior year math course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of calculus and statistics. In the calculus portion, students will learn to master the beginning topics in Calculus. Topics covered include limits and continuity, derivatives with applications, integration with applications, and calculus of transcendental functions with applications. The statistics portion serves as an introduction to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Topics include analyzing one and two variable data, collecting data, estimating parameters, and testing a claim. Students will complete a cumulative project where they will formulate a statistical hypothesis, collect and analyze data, and use statistical inference to answer the question.

  • AP Statistics

    Prerequisite: Algebra II
    This course serves as an introduction to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four broad conceptual themes:
    • Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns
    • Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study
    • Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation
    • Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses
    Students taking this course are required to take the Advanced Placement exam in the spring.

  • AP Calculus AB

    This course covers beginning topics in Calculus. Concepts covered include limits and continuity, derivatives with applications, Riemann sums, integrations with application, calculus of transcendental functions with applications, and differential equations including slope fields. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB exam. Students taking this course are required to take the Advanced Placement exam in the spring. Permission is required to register for this course.

  • AP Calculus BC

    This course builds on the topics covered in Calculus AB. Concepts covered include: differential equations including slope fields and Euler’s Method; analysis of planar curves given in parametric form, polar form, and vector form, including velocity and acceleration vectors; numerical solutions of differential equations; convergence of improper integrals and infinite series; applications of integrals; integration by parts and simple partial fractions; and representations of functions as power series. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Calculus BC exam. Students taking this course are required to take the Advanced Placement exam in the spring. Permission is required to register for this course.

    Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB

  • Multivariable Calculus Honors

    Topics covered in Multivariable Calculus include 3-D coordinate system, equations of planes, quadric surfaces, functions of several variables, vector functions, calculus with vector functions, tangent, normal and binormal vectors, arc length and vector functions., curvature, velocity and acceleration, cylindrical coordinates, spherical coordinates, partial derivatives, higher order partial derivatives, chain rule, directional derivatives, tangent planes and linear approximations, gradients, relative and absolute maximums and minimums of functions of several variable, Lagrange multipliers, double integrals, iterated integrals, double and triple integrals in various coordinate systems, applications of double and triple integrals especially mass, center of mass, moments of inertia, and expected value, Green’s Theorem, area of parametric surfaces, vector fields and line integrals, curl and divergence. Permission is required to register for this course.

    Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB

Our Faculty

  • Photo of Stuart Cornwell
    Stuart Cornwell
    Math Department Chair
    (337) 365-1416 x310
    University of Southern California - Ph.D.
    University of Southern California - M.A.
    Baylor University - B.A.
    Year Appointed: 1995
  • Photo of Lisa Boyer
    Lisa Boyer
    Math Teacher
    (337) 365-1416 x311
    University of Louisiana - Lafayette - Teacher Certification
    University of Louisiana - Lafayette - M.Ed.
    Louisiana State University - B.S.
    Year Appointed: 2000
  • Photo of Lauren Dugas
    Lauren Dugas
    Math Teacher
    (337) 365-1416 x353
    University of Louisiana at Lafayette - M.Ed.
    University of Louisiana - Lafayette - Teacher Certification
    University of Louisiana at Lafayette - B.A.
    Year Appointed: 2009
  • Photo of Laurie Huffman
    Laurie Huffman
    Math Teacher
    (337) 365-1416 x336
    University of Louisiana - Lafayette - Ph.D.
    University of Louisiana - Lafayette - M.S.
    Stanford University - B.A.
    Year Appointed: 2013
  • Photo of Anne Lancon
    Anne Lancon
    Academic Support - Middle School
    (337) 365-1416 x349
    University of Louisiana - Lafayette - B.A.
    University of Louisiana - Lafayette - Teacher Certification
    Year Appointed: 2019

Episcopal School of Acadiana

Episcopal School of Acadiana is a private coeducational day school for students in grades PK3 through 12. Our mission is to instill in every student the habits of scholarship and honor.

Episcopal School of Acadiana (Lafayette Campus)

PK3 through 5th grade
721 E. Kaliste Saloom Rd. Lafayette LA, USA 70508
Phone: 337-993-2263

Episcopal School of Acadiana (Cade Campus)

6th through 12th grades
1557 Smede Rd. at Hwy. 92 Broussard, LA, USA 70518
Phone: 337-365-1416
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