Religion:
This year-long course covers the Old Testament study of Salvation History,
including topics such as:

• The 5 covenants in the Old Testament:  Adam and Eve; Noah; Abraham; Moses; David and his Kingdom

• History of the Catholic Church in Minnesota and Hastings

• Memorize the books of the Old Testament

• Tour the Cathedral in St. Paul

• Respect Life

Science:
This year-long course focuses on the aspects of Physical Science, including:

• Matter

• Phases and transformations of matter

• Motion of objects

• Forces and their impact

• Energy

• Waves

• Chemical reactions

Math:
This year-long course focuses on many topics, including:

• Algebraic reasoning

• Integers and rational numbers

• Decimals and fractions

• Ratios

• Measurements

• Percents

• Basics of geometry

• Perimeter, circumference, and area

• Volume and surface area

• Probability

• Multi-step equations and inequalities

Social Studies:
This year-long course covers all things Minnesota. Some topics include:

• American Indian History

• Fur Trade

• Immigration

• Conflicts

• Transforming the Land and its people

Reading:
This year-long course covers the following topics:

• Genre focus:Short fiction, informational text, poetry, biography, and autobiography

• Reading Skills: Main idea/details/inference, plot elements, author’s purpose, cause and effect, visualize, text structure, analyze tone

Language Arts:
This year-long course covers the following topics:

• Complete grammar study

• Writing: narrative, argumentative, informative/explanatory

• Text discussions (one on one, group, teacher led), presentations and acting out original skits

Physical Education:
This year-long class is designed for students to learn an appreciation for healthy exercise and activities along with building teamwork skills through sports and recreation games.

Band:
This optional year-long extra-curricular activity provides group rehearsal and individual/small group lessons.

• Ensemble performance experience.

• Fundamentals of music theory and listening skills.

• Fundamental skills involved in playing a musical instrument.

• Aesthetic awareness through instrumental music.

• Honor band opportunities for higher level players.