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021/01 - Introduction to the Old Testament
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The first semester sophomore theology course offers an introduction to the
Hebrew Scriptures. Students explore the narrative history of Israel as the
Lord’s chosen people, from the call of Abraham until the time of the Roman
Empire. Through study of the Old Testament and use of the textbook, students
should come to an understanding of this narrative history as an integral facet
of God’s Self-Revelation to human beings. Emphasis is also placed on developing
certain organizational skills and acquiring an understanding of basic
vocabulary. 021/02 - Introduction to the New Testament The second semester
sophomore theology course offers an introduction to the New Testament. Students
explore the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection, examining
how God reveals Himself most fully and perfectly in His Word, the person of
Jesus Christ. Through use of the textbook and careful study of the Biblical
text, students should come to appreciate the Incarnation as the fulfillment of
the Revelation that began in the Old Testament. They should also have an
understanding of the Church’s historical origins in the period following the
Resurrection.
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021/02 - Introduction to the New Testament
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The second semester sophomore theology course offers an introduction to the New
Testament. Students explore the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ life, death, and
resurrection, examining how God reveals Himself most fully and perfectly in His
Word, the person of Jesus Christ. Through use of the textbook and careful study
of the Biblical text, students should come to appreciate the Incarnation as the
fulfillment of the Revelation that began in the Old Testament. They should also
have an understanding of the Church’s historical origins in the period
following the Resurrection.
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121 – Sophomore English
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| In this sophomore English course the student explores the history of the
English language by examining its roots and its relationship to the changing
global atmosphere. Texts include classics, modern literature and Shakespeare.
In addition, students study many short stories and the elements of poetry.
Grammar, vocabulary, punctuation, and technical writing skills are improved.
The course incorporates art, music, drama, the social sciences, creative
writing, and personal experience whenever possible. There are several creative
and research projects to be completed outside of class.
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123 – Sophomore English Honors
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| In this sophomore English Honors course the student explores the English
language by examining its roots and its relationship to the changing global
times. Texts could include classics, modern literature, and Shakespeare. In
addition students study the short story and the elements of poetry. Grammar,
vocabulary, punctuation, and technical writing skills are improved. Courses
incorporate art, music, drama, the social sciences, creative writing, and
personal experience whenever possible. There are several creative and research
projects to be completed outside of class. Honors students are expected to work
extensively outside of class on independent assignments.
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122 – Sophomore Writing and Composition
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| In the Writing and Composition course, students explore the practical and
abstract through expository and creative writing. Students learn and practice
outlining, expository (or college) essay writing, persuasive essay writing, the
use of descriptive elements, establishing mood and tone, eliminating
unnecessary words and phrases, identifying bias, using subjective and objective
points of view, character and theme development, correction of spelling and
punctuation mistakes, and research paper writing. Students practice the writing
process in class every day: imagining concepts, brainstorming, organizing their
material, writing, and revising essays weekly. This course also allows students
to interact through peer editing/review, role-playing, and dramatic
improvisation. Art, music, poetry, and film supplement the subjects from which
students can draw inspiration and about which they can write.
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521 – College Prep Biology
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| Biology is a required course taught to all sophomores. The college prep classes
cover all of the basic biology concepts, including the characteristics of life,
cell biology, genetics, evolution and natural selection, biodiversity and
ecology. All of the major human body systems are studied in detail. Labs and
science activities are included that allow a more comprehensive understanding
of each textbook chapter. There are dissections of chicken wings, perch, and
frogs which bring together all of the systems studied.
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523 – Biology Honors
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| This honors course follows the same pattern as the college prep biology course
except students are required to do research articles, and more conceptual labs
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221 – Geometry
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This sophomore level course is designed to help develop the student's spatial
visualization while building his/her knowledge of the relationships among
geometric elements. Topics discussed include lines, angles, proofs, congruency,
similarity, area, triangles, and circle relationships. Students are encouraged
to reason both inductively and deductively within the course. Pre-requisite:
successful completion of Algebra I.
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222 – Geometry Honors
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This sophomore level course is designed to help develop the student's spatial
visualization while building his/her knowledge of the relationships among
geometric elements. This is a challenging and rigorous study of geometric
concepts and principles. Topics discussed include lines, angles, proofs,
congruency, similarity, area, triangles, and circle relationships. Students are
encouraged to reason both inductively and deductively within the course.
Pre-requisite: successful completion of Algebra I. The approval of the
department is required.
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231 – Algebra II
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| This junior level course is designed for the student of average ability. It is
intended to further extend linear concepts with emphasis on developing
quadratic and higher degree concepts. Problem solving with various applications
is explored throughout the course. Topics covered include solving and graphing
quadratic functions, operations on polynomials, solving rational equations, and
graphing functions. Radicals, rational exponents, matrices, and complex numbers
are also covered within the scope of the course. Pre-requisite: successful
completion of Algebra I and Geometry.
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321 – United States History Part I
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| This required semester course for all
sophomores studies the history of the United States from the Colonial period to
the 19th century, ending with the Civil War. Students acquire knowledge about
the social, economic, and political institutions of a democratic society, and
the importance of participating in the democratic process.
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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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422 – Spanish II
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This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Spanish I.
The skills developed in Spanish I are expanded so that students can engage in
simple conversations. They should be able to read short texts in the language,
placing emphasis on pronunciation and intonation. More emphasis is placed on
grammar so that students can demonstrate increasing control and understanding
of the grammatical structure of the language. The area of vocabulary is
expanded to include familiar topics such as school, work, home, asking
directions and personal needs. A variety of topics are covered during the
course. Classes are conducted in Spanish and English, and students are
encouraged to engage in daily practice in and outside of the classroom.
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423 – Spanish II Honors
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This honors sophomore course requires the students to function at a higher
level and work at a more accelerated pace. The skills developed in Spanish I
are expanded so that students can express themselves in simple conversations.
They are also expected to give oral and written descriptions of familiar topics
such as school, work, home, and personal needs. They should also be able to
manipulate with relative ease the main simple tenses of the indicative-present,
past, and future. Spanish and English are the languages used in the instruction
process.
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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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421 – French II
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This course is designed for students who have successfully completed French 1.
The skills developed in French 1 are expanded so that students can carry on
simple, face-to-face conversations. They are able to read and understand simple
messages and write short, uncomplicated notes. Grammar is more emphasized and
vocabulary relates to additional familiar topics such as school, work, home,
asking directions and practical needs requiring simple questions. A variety of
cultural topics are covered in each unit. The continued emphasis in this course
on acquiring vocabulary and various verb forms requires daily practice in and
outside of class. The class is conducted in French as much as possible.
Classroom exercises and homework are assigned every day, and are an essential
part of a student’s success in French II and preparation for French III.
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