The Secondary Pathways in Mathematics
Selecting Math Courses
for Grade 10
The Secondary Mathematics Courses
Mathematics 9
Workplace and
Apprenticeship
Mathematics 10
Workplace and
Apprenticeship
Mathematics 20
Common Course for Foundations of
Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10
Foundations of
Mathematics 20
Pre-Calculus 20
(The student has met the minimum requirement for math courses in order to graduate.)
Workplace and
Apprenticeship
Mathematics 30
Foundations of
Mathematics 30
Pre-Calculus 30
Calculus 30
Math 11
Math 21
The Pathways in Mathematics
 There is no hierarchy among the three pathways. They are different
types of mathematics for different purposes. Students choose the
appropriate math pathway(s) based on what best meets their interests
and needs after high school.
 Workplace and Apprenticeship Math provides students with the
mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills necessary for
entry into the majority of trades and direct entry into the workforce.
 Foundations of Math provides students with the mathematical
understandings and critical thinking skills necessary for post secondary
studies in programs that do not require Calculus.
 PreCalculus provides students with the mathematical understandings
and critical thinking skills necessary for entry into post-secondary
programs which require Calculus.
Students registering for Grade 10
 There are 3 Math courses available at the 10-level for students who do not
register in Pre-IB 10:
 Math 11
 Workplace and Apprenticeship Mathematics 10
 Foundations of Mathematics and PreCalculus 10
 Math 11 is a modified course. This is for the students who are struggling with
Math 9. You must talk to your Math teacher if you are considering this option.
 There are two additional options that appear on the registration form –
Yearlong Workplace and Apprenticeship Mathematics 10 and Yearlong
Foundations of Math and PreCalculus 10. These courses will cover the same
content abut will be extended over two semesters.
 Students who are considering one of these options should talk to their Math teacher.
 All other Grade 10 students should be selecting both WA 10 and
FP 10. This will mean that they can select 3 other electives.