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Grade 9*
The focus of the ninth grade curriculum is to provide a solid foundation in fundamental educational skills, including communication, technology and creative arts. Students are individually scheduled into honors or one of the two college preparatory classes.

Required for All:
Theology
Literature/Composition
World Civilization
Algebra 1, Geometry 1 or Honors Algebra 2
Physical Science or Advanced Biology

McCafferty Honors
Spanish or French
Fine Arts Elective

College Preparatory 1
Spanish or French
Fine Arts or Technology Elective

College Preparatory 2/Archangel 9
Reading 9
Fine Arts Elective or Physical Education/Health

Fine and Creative Arts Electives
Concert Band, Chorus 1, Concert Choir, Speech/Drama, Introduction to Photo Design, Photojournalism, Studio Art, Advanced Studio Art, Set Design

Technology Electives
Technology 1, Technology Skills 2, Tech Skills 3, Introduction to Business

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Grade 10*
The central connecting theme of the tenth grade curriculum is American Studies in Humanities and Fine Arts. The strengthening of research skills and the continued development of critical thinking with the math, science, and technology programs are emphasized. Honor students begin preparation for advanced placement in English, social studies and foreign language as they explore topics in depth and expand their reading/research skills.

Required for All:
Theology
American Literature/Composition
US History
Geometry, Algebra/Geometry 2 or Algebra 2
Biology or Honors Chemistry

McCafferty Honors
Spanish or French
Fine Arts Elective, Technology Elective or Second Language

College Preparatory 1
Spanish or French
Fine Arts or Technology Elective

College Preparatory 2/Archangel 10
Reading 10
Fine Arts or Technology Elective

Fine and Creative Arts Electives
Concert Band, Chorus 1, Concert Choir, Speech/Drama, Introduction to Photo Design, Photojournalism, Studio Art, Advanced Studio Art, Set Design

Technology Electives
Technology 1, Technology Skills 2, Tech Skills 3, Introduction to Business

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Grade 11*
The focus of the eleventh grade curriculum is the Heritage of the English Speaking Peoples. Students progress into the third year of a continuous program in math, science, and technology. Skill development in foreign language and fine and creative arts continues.

Required for All:
Theology
British Literature/Composition
US Government
Pre-Calculus, Algebra 2 or Algebra/Geometry 3
Chemistry, Practical Chemistry or Honors Physics

McCafferty Honors
Spanish or French
Fine Arts Elective, Technology Elective or Second Language

College Preparatory 1
Choice of Two Electives

College Preparatory 2
Spanish 1
College Reading

Fine and Creative Arts Electives
Concert Band, Chorus 1, Concert Choir, Speech/Drama, Introduction to Photo Design, Photojournalism, Studio Art, Advanced Studio Art, Set Design

Technology Electives
Technology 1, Technology Skills 2, Tech Skills 3, Introduction to Business

Humanities Electives
College Reading, Journalism 1 (Newspaper or Yearbook), Journalism 2, AP Government, Human Development, SAT Prep, Psychology (On-line), Creative Writing (Fiction), Creative Writing (Non-fiction)

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Grade 12*
The focus during this year is World Studies, which integrates the Humanities and Fine Arts from a woman’s perspective. The opportunity to select elective courses prepares students for college/career choices. Students can earn Advanced Placement in college through testing opportunities in English, US history, art, calculus, French and/or Spanish.

Required for All:
Theology
World Literature/Composition
Pre-calculus, Calculus, Algebra 2, College Math/Statistics, or Consumer Math

McCafferty Honors
Spanish, French, or Latin
Second Language/Other Elective

College Preparatory 1
Choice of 4 Electives

College Preparatory 2
Spanish 2
Choice of 3 Electives

Fine and Creative Arts Electives
Concert Band, Chorus 1, Concert Choir, Speech/Drama, Introduction to Photo Design, Photojournalism, Studio Art, Advanced Studio Art, Set Design

Technology Electives
Technology 1, Technology Skills 2, Tech Skills 3, Introduction to Business

Humanities Electives
College Reading, Journalism 1 (Newspaper or Yearbook), Journalism 2, AP Government, Human Development, SAT Prep, Psychology (On-line), Creative Writing (Fiction), Creative Writing (Non-fiction)

*The availability of all offerings is subject to enrollment minimums and maximums. Placement into all courses is dependent on departmental approval and/or teacher recommendations.

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