Religion: This year-long course covers Church History including topics such as:
The four marks of the Church
Papal authority
Ecumenical councils
Magisterium and hierarchy of the Church
Models of the Church
Images of the Church
8th-grade respect life topic is genocide
Service-learning trip to Sharing and Caring Hands and the Basilica of St. Mary
Science: This year-long course focuses on the aspects of Life Science, including topics such as:
The structure of Earth
Minerals and rocks
Plate tectonics
Earthquakes and volcanoes
Fossils
Energy resources
Water
Climate and climate change
The Earth, Moon, and Sun
The solar system
Algebra Connections: This course is the 1st part of a two year course designed to cover linear algebra with the following topics:
Foundations of algebra
Equations and inequalities
Functions
Linear equations (solving equations and graphing)
Systems of equations
Algebra: This course is a full year of Algebra covering the following topics:
Foundations of algebra
Linear equations (solving equations and graphing)
Properties of exponents
Operations with polynomials
Quadratic functions
Exponential functions
Rational functions
Geometry: This is a full year geometry course designed to develop geometric skills in plane and solid geometry. This course also relies on higher-order thinking skills. Topics covered include:
Parallel and perpendicular lines
Angles and triangles
Coordinate geometry
Formal proofs
Congruence
Similarity
Area and volumes
Circle
Social Studies: Throughout the year-long course, we travel the world to six continents and learn about:
The physical geography and climate of the country
A country's history and how its cultural foundation was built
A country's resources and how they are a part of the local and global economy
A country's present day struggles and accomplishments, and what their role is in a global community
Language Arts: This is a full year course incorporating all aspects of language arts: reading, writing, and oral communication. It includes the following areas:
Reading: short stories, nonfiction articles and books, informational text, and poetry
Oral Communication: classroom presentations, small and large group discussions
Physical Education: This year-long class designed for students to learn an appreciation for healthy exercise and along with an introduction into weight 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
Drugs
Alcohol
Tobacco Products
Nutrition
Body Image and Healthy weight
Injury and Emergency Care
Stress Management
Communication 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.