Kate Browning
McGill-Toolen Class of 2001
Kate feels very fortunate to have been able to attend Catholic schools from kindergarten all the way to law school. She graduated from St. Pius in 1997 and was in the McGill-Toolen Class of 2001. She went on to graduate from Spring Hill College and Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida. Kate currently works in Mobile for her father’s law firm, Richard E. Browning, P.C. They specialize in the areas of Worker’s Compensation, Social Security Disability, Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation and Personal Injury.
Kate says, “I think what I loved most about McGill was the concept of helping students to grow and better themselves in mind, body and spirit. McGill-Toolen Catholic is a true community, and there is a niche for everyone.” Kate found her niche by participating in clubs such as the Student Ambassador's Club, Pro-Life Club and Key Club and playing on the girls' tennis team all four years. She enjoyed being challenged in AP and Honors classes. Kate says she loved the fact that she attended a high school that not only had exciting football games and entertaining plays, but a place where she had the opportunity to attend Mass in the school gym and begin each class with a prayer.
“While at McGill-Toolen Catholic, I was surrounded by students who became some of my closest friends and still are to this day.”, Kate said. As an alumnus, she thoroughly enjoys attending events such as football games and the Jacket Jubilation. She is really looking forward to her ten-year reunion this summer, as well! Kate said, “I cannot believe it has already been a decade since graduation, but I will be eternally grateful for the preparation I received at McGill- Toolen Catholic and look forward to being an active alumnus for many years to come.
Mathematics
Courses
PRE-ALGEBRA (CP1) - 1 credit
This course offers the student a review of mathematical operations using integers, fractions and decimals both positive and negative. One-step equations and inequalities are also covered as well as other selected topics in algebra and geometry. Placement is in accordance with prescribed procedures for entering freshmen. Calculators will be used throughout the course.
Please note: This course is not accepted by the NCAA Clearinghouse.
ALGEBRA I (CP1, CP2, Honors) - 1 credit
In this course, the student will learn to solve equations and word problems with one and two variables, work with polynomials, factor polynomials, solve equations by factoring, work with inequalities, and work with graphs involving one and two variables. The student should be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed numbers with ease. Placement is made in accordance with prescribed procedures for entering freshmen.
GEOMETRY (CP1, CP2, Honors) - 1 credit
This course will cover topics in which students will exercise their critical thinking skills and their ability to analyze and synthesize. While the use of theorems, postulates, and axioms will be covered with two-column proofs, the emphasis will be on integrating algebraic skills with the real world applications of Geometry. Circles, the Pythagorean Theorem, polygons, area, volume, and coordinate geometry will be taught. A graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: Algebra I.
ALGEBRAIC CONNECTIONS (CP1) - 1 credit
This course is designed for the student who has completed the College Prep 1 level in Algebra I and Geometry and who needs further development in these subjects. Topics covered in this course include equations, inequalities, graphs, functions, linear systems, consumer mathematics, financial management, geometry, measurement and statistics. A graphing calculator is required. Please note: This course is not accepted by the NCAA Clearinghouse.
ALGEBRA II (CP1, CP2, Honors) - 1 credit
This course involves solving linear and polynomial equations and inequalities, systems of equations, solving and graphing quadratic relations, logarithms, and extending the real number system to include the irrational and complex numbers so that students can work with roots and powers of numbers, variables and quadratic functions. A graphing calculator is required. An extended unit on Trigonometry is taught in the Honors class.
ALGEBRA III - 1 credit
This course is primarily a continuation of Algebra II. Topics covered will include advanced equation solving and analyzing/graphing linear and polynomial functions. Other topics such as right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric identities, sequence, series, probability, and statistics will also be covered. Prerequisite: A maximum C average in CP2 Algebra II or CP1 Algebra II. Graphing calculator is required.
PRE-CALCULUS W/TRIGONOMETRY (CP2, Honors) – 1 credit
This course explores circular functions and plane trigonometry and their applications. Topics covered will also include vectors, polar coordinates, graphing trigonometric functions, solving trig equations and trigonometric identities. Pre-Calculus is primarily a continuation of Algebra II. Topics covered will include analyzing and graphing linear, polynomial, rational, and exponential functions. Other topics such as matrices, logarithms, sequences, and series will also be covered. Prerequisite: At least a C average in the previous Algebra II course. Graphing calculator is required.
CALCULUS (Honors) - 1 credit
This course is designed for the student who has taken Honors Pre-Calculus and who wishes to continue with Calculus at the honors level. The student will study in detail limits and derivatives. Methods of differentiation and integration will be developed with emphasis on application. Transcendental functions will also be studied. A graphing calculator is required.
AP CALCULUS–AB - 1 credit
The student will study in detail limits and derivatives. Methods of differentiation and
integration will be developed with emphasis on application. Transcendental functions will also be studied. The student is encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Exam and is responsible for testing fee. Prerequisite: Honors Pre-Calculus. A graphing calculator is required.
AP CALCULUS–BC - 1 credit
This class is a continuation of the calculus topics covered in an Honors/College Prep Calculus class. Additional methods will be introduced for evaluating limits and integrals. Additional topics covered will include infinite series and applications of derivatives and integrals will be explored in detail. In the event that enough students are not eligible for this course, these students will be integrated into the AP Calculus AB class and be given substantial independent work. The student is encouraged to take the AP Exam. A graphing calculator is required.
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