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011 - Theology
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| The freshman theology course is an entry-level study of the beliefs and
practices of the Roman Catholic faith, based on the structure of the Catechism
of the Catholic Church: God, Jesus, Spirit, Church, Sacrament, and Prayer.
Themes interwoven through the study include incarnation, reconciliation, faith,
prayer, justice, community, Eucharist, and freedom. Students begin to work with
the Bible, and the course provides all students with a shared basic
understanding of Catholicism. Emphasis is placed on reading comprehension,
vocabulary acquisition, retention of key facts, application of belief to daily
life, and expanding the student's constructive use of imagination. |
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111 - English
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| Freshman English focuses on developing critical reading skills through various
literary genres, including short stories, poetry, novels, drama, literary
classics, and essays written by major and minor authors from around the world.
The specific works covered span the classics to modern works. In addition to
the curricular literature, students also complete independent reading
assignments each quarter. Particular attention is paid to critical and creative
writing. Study skills, vocabulary, and oral communication skills are also
stressed throughout the year.
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112 – Freshman English Honors
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| This freshman English course further develops
reading and interpretation skills by means of varied literary genres: short
stories, nonfiction, novels, drama, poetry, and literary classics. Creative
writing and formal writing are introduced. Study skills and vocabulary are
stressed throughout the year. Oral presentations and dramatic performances are
also required each quarter. Students read and analyze various texts of world
literature including classics, modern literature, Shakespeare, poetry from
around the world, short stories, and non-fiction writing.
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311 - World History
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| This required freshman course develops a chronological sense of time and a
cross-cultural appreciation of human development. It begins with prehistory and
continues up to the present. By making connections between the ancient world
and the modern world, students gain an appreciation for the contributions of
previous and parallel civilizations. In addition, other resources such as
outside readings, visual resources, movies, and documentary tapes are
introduced to enhance the learning process |
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211 - Algebra I or Geometry
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Algebra is the basic language of mathematics. This freshman level course
provides the foundation necessary for the continued study of mathematics. The
major algebraic topics covered are simplifying and evaluating algebraic
expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs and functions,
polynomials, and factoring.
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213 – Algebra I Honors
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This freshman level course is designed for the mathematically advanced student,
provides the foundation necessary for the continued study of mathematics. The
major algebraic topics covered are simplifying and evaluating algebraic
expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs and functions,
polynomials, factoring, and quadratic equations.
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511 - Physical Science
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| This required freshman level course offers a broad overview of the concepts
that will be important in future science classes, especially physics and
chemistry. Throughout the year, students are introduced to the concepts of
motion, energy, matter and its interactions, fundamental chemistry, and
astronomy. Students learn problem-solving strategies, both mathematically and
conceptually based. Through lectures, demonstrations and hands-on laboratories,
these concepts are taught and understood. Numerous projects, such as building
simple machines, that highlight the topics learned in class, are also
completed. Students also learn how to conduct safe laboratories, which accounts
for a percentage of their grade. Emphasis in this class is placed on
understanding terminology, concepts, problem solving, interpreting diagrams,
and lab work.
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513 - Physical Science Honors
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| This freshman level course offers a broad overview of the concepts concerning
energy and matter. Throughout the year, students will be introduced to the
concepts of motion, energy, matter and its interactions, fundamental chemistry,
and astronomy, as well as how we all fit into our own solar system. Students
will learn problem-solving strategies, both mathematically and conceptually
based. Computer enhanced, cooperative projects are included.
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802 – Physical Education/Health
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This one-semester course for freshman creates a comfortable environment for the
students so they can learn about their own bodies. We hope students increase
their overall awareness of the human body through movement, recreation,
lifetime sports and team sports. These activities increase self-awareness along
with self-esteem. The health portion of this class includes lectures, tests,
and open debates about the growth of the human body. Some of the topics
included are: drugs, alcohol and tobacco, nutrition, stress, and self esteem.
The goal is to educate the student about all aspects of health, physical,
mental, and social.
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254 - Computer I
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| This is a one-semester, freshman level, course. During this time, students use
the integrated program “Microsoft Office” to become familiar with the
techniques and applications for Word Processing and Power Point Presentations. |
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411 - French I
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| This course is designed for students beginning the study of French. Students
participate in a variety of activities to develop a very basic proficiency in
the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Vocabulary and grammar
relate to simple situations or topics found in daily life such as greetings,
people, common objects, time, weather, and very basic survival needs often
encountered while traveling. Culture is presented in such a way as to
continually promote intercultural understanding and appreciation. The strong
emphasis in this course on acquiring vocabulary requires daily practice in and
outside of the class. The class is conducted in English with French phrases and
directions incorporated as much as possible. Classroom exercises and homework
are assigned every day and are an essential part of a student’s success in
French 1 and preparation for French II.
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412 - Spanish I
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| This freshman level course is designed for students beginning the study of
Spanish. Students participate in a variety of activities intended to develop
basic proficiency in the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Grammar and lexical content relate to simple situations in daily life such as
greetings, people, weather, and basic survival needs often encountered while
traveling. Culture is presented in such a way as to promote intercultural
understanding and appreciation. At this level, acquisition of vocabulary is of
paramount importance, and this requires daily practice. Classes will be
encouraged to use the language within the scope of their experience. Classroom
activities and homework are assigned everyday, and they play a great part in a
student’s success in Spanish I.
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