Religion: This year-long course covers the New Testament including topics such as:
Sacraments
Renew baptismal vows
Natures of Jesus
Explore conscience formation and Catholic Social Teachings
Kingdom of God
Jesus’ parables
Memorize key bible verses that teach us about who Jesus was: John 1:1, John 3:16
Respect life topic of Euthanasia
Service-learning trip to Feed My Starving Children
Science: This year-long course focuses on the aspects of Life Science, including topics such as:
Cells
Cell processes
Genetics
Evolution
Viruses, Bacteria, Protists, and Fungi
Body organization
The Immune System
Populations and Communities
Ecosystems
Technology: This course covers basic computer applications.
Review Google Applications for Education: mail; documents; calendars; spreadsheets; drawing; forms and presentations.
Keyboarding: each student is expected to reach a goal of at least 35 words per minute.
Collaborate with MS teachers on projects related to core curriculum.
Math: This year-long course focuses on the following topics:
Ratios
Fractions
Decimals
Operations with rational numbers and integers
Percentages
Probability
Perimeter, area, and volume
Multi-step equations and inequalities
Functions
Social Studies: In a year-long course, we are learning American history from the Thomas Jefferson Era to the Civil Rights Era. We are covering topics such as:
The Louisiana Purchase and the expedition of Lewis and Clark
The Monroe Doctrine and America's relationship with other countries
How the North and the South began to have conflicting views on the nation's future
Expanding our country to the Pacific Ocean; settling the Midwest and West
The Civil War; how it changed the nation and how we rebuilt it afterward
World War I and II
The fight for the civil rights of African Americans, Mexican Americans, and women
Language Arts: This year-long course focuses on the many aspects of reading, writing, and oral communication.
Physical Education: This semester-long class designed for students to learn an appreciation for healthy exercise and along with an introduction into circuit training.
Health: This course covers the following health topics:
The Health Triangle: Physical, Social, and Mental/Emotional Health
Health and Wellness
Decision Making
Goal Setting
Physical Fitness
Body Systems
Weight Training
Nutrition
Body Image and Healthy weight
Emotions
Stress Management,
Communication Skills
Friendships
Peer pressure
Abstinence
Refusal skills
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.