Intro to Math,
Logic, & Geometry
In-depth introduction to the entirety of math, logic, and geometry. Students learn basic skills to understand all areas of these subjects, along with the history and philosophy behind them.
No other basic math course educates students in the ideas of calculus, trigonometry, statistics, algebra, set theory, and number theory, all at a level accessible to 5th grade and higher.
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5th grade and higher
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1 hour homework per week
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Prepares students for Pre-Algebra
Pre-Algebra
A more technical exploration into applying skills in arithmetic to real-world projects, along with laying the foundation for the study and application of algebra.
This course integrates projects such as creating interior design and architecture models, planning contracting, analyzing market economics, and more.
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6th-8th grade
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1.5 hours homework per week
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Prepares students for Algebra 1 and Chemistry
Algebra I
The first course in the complete study of Algebra. Includes cartesian plane, functions, direct and inverse variation, linear systems, geometric similarity, polynomials, factorization, quadratic functions, and much more.
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7th-9th grade
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2 hours homework per week
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Prepares students for Algebra II and Geometry & Trigonometry
Geometry & Trigonometry
In-depth study of geometry and trigonometry. This course is unique in that it focuses on solving multi-step systemic problems as are encountered in engineering and architecture.
Covers application of Pythagorean Theorem, analytic trigonometry, algebra using trigonometry, scale and similarity, formal logical proofs, sketching, angle and length measurement systems, and more.
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7th-9th grade
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2 hours homework per week
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Prepares students for Algebra II
Algebra II
The second course in the complete study of Algebra. Includes trigonometry, vector physics, quadratics, higher-order polynomial equations, matrix algebra, logarithms, exponential growth and decay modeling, arithmetic and geometric series, more complex probability and statistics.
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8th-10th grade
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2 hours homework per week
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Prepares students for Pre-Calculus
Pre-Calculus
Finalizes and completes the student's ability across a wide variety of subjects often missed in algebra courses, and introduces calculus.
Completes: matrices and matrix algebra, graphing rational, irrational, and polynomial functions, analytic trigonometry, curves in polar coordinates, partial fractions, and more.
Introduces limits of functions, and derivatives.
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9th-11th grade
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2 hours homework per week
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Prepares students for Calculus I and college!
Calculus I
Tackles limits, derivatives, and integration of functions, as well as their application in engineering and science.
Students master techniques of deriving and integration, including the chain rule, u-substitution, integration by parts, trigonometric substitution, and more.
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10th-12th grade
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2 hours homework per week
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Prepares students for college courses!
ACT Prep
Taught from actual ACT exams taken from the most recent tests, this course completely prepares the student to score excellently in the math and science portion of the ACT.
This course is excellent taken alongside Geometry, Algebra II, or Pre-Calculus.
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9th-12th grade
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1 hour homework per week
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Prepares students for college courses!
Chemistry Lab
Primarily taught through having students practice lab procedures and projects, including creating solutions, operating photospectrometers and other equipment, dilution, chemical reactions, and more.
The course also covers theory, including electron configuration, chemical equations, calculation of reagents in reactions, etc.
The online version of the course focuses on theory.
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7th-11th grade
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30 minutes homework per week average
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Prepares students for college chemistry courses
PARTNER COURSES
Courses taught by third parties who we highly recommend alongside our classes.
AP Business & Personal Finance
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Explore how businesses operate
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Understand how markets function
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Make smart financial decisions in a complex economic environment
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Develop analytical and decision-making skills
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Prepare for the AP exam
Instructor: Stephanie Olmo
Educator of 18 years
BS from BYU, MBA from U of CO
Details at: sunpeakacademy.com
Our Technique:
1. Class
Students attend 1-hour classes at least once a week, and and optionally more.
In class, students learn the material in the homework, and also work with hands-on projects and work with their friends to solve advanced problems.
Each class is held in-person and livestreamed via Zoom, so students can attend online or in-person.
2. Creative
Projects
We offer all students opportunities outside of class to work together and develop their creativity in math and science. These include the Board of Scholars, the group of students who administer the business aspects of the program, math competitions, and design projects.
3. Private Tutoring
Every student has access to private tutoring via Zoom, which is complimentary with our classes. This gives students a chance to have all their questions answered and get instruction tailored to their needs.
4. Homework
5. Tests
Homework is assigned weekly in class. We provide all materials. Each homework is accompanied by detailed tutorial videos.
We administer tests regularly to identify gaps in students' knowledge and address all topics.