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Course Selection: Offerings for Grade 10
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| | Sophomore Theology is dedicated to the study of the New Testament, Church history in the Apostolic era and Christology. The treatment of the New Testament books includes the following topics: The Synoptic Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke; the Gospel of John; Act of the Apostles; the Pauline Corpus, the Catholic Epistles; and the Book of Revelation. All students will make serious study of the actual texts of Sacred Scripture. The completion of documented service hours, in accordance with the policy of the Diocese of Scranton, is mandatory for passing Theology II and promotion to Theology III. | | |
| | 221 | 4 | ENGLISH 2 HONORS | 1 | Teacher Approval |
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| | This course of study of genre literary forms focuses on language arts, composition, vocabulary, and oral presentation skills. The sequential study of vocabulary is continued through the Vocabulary Power Plus series. Critical thinking and analytical skills are emphasized in reading, writing, and speaking. Supplementary literary works are studied. Summer reading is required. |
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| | English 2 is concerned with a practical application of grammar and mechanics applied to a clear and logical development of thought through either written or oral presentation. Emphasis is placed on sharpening the students’ ability to comprehend and analyze literary works. The sequential study of vocabulary is continued. The Vocabulary Power Plus series is continued. Summer reading is required. | | |
| | 321 | 4 | GEOMETRY HONORS | 1 | 90+ In Algebra II
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| | Students with above-average ability in mathematics, as demonstrated in Algebra II, are encouraged to take this course. The course is designed to develop proficiency with geometric skills, to expand understanding of geometric concepts, and to improve logical reasoning. Students will incorporate proof in select lessons, where opportunities to set up and prove statements with logical reasoning are offered. Angle and triangle relationships, congruencies, similarity, polygons, circles, coordinate geometry, solid geometry and constructions are also covered. The interpretation of diagrams is a large facet of this course, as well as cooperative learning. A summer workbook is required. | | |
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| | This course is designed for the average student to develop proficiency with geometric skills, to expand understanding of geometric concepts, and to improve logical reasoning. Some proof is introduced in the beginning half of the year, but a main emphasis is on diagram interpretation. Angle and triangle relationships, congruencies, similarity, polygons, circles, coordinate geometry, solid geometry and constructions are also covered. | |
| | 421 | 4 | WORLD HISTORY II HONORS | 1 | Teacher Approval |
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| | Beginning with a brief review of major events and developments from World History I, students will continue with a study of the philosophies and spread of ideas during the Enlightenment and the resulting political turmoil and change. Detailed attention will be given to the political development of systems in England and France with intense study of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Age. Students will trace the waves of revolutions throughout the world in the 19th and 20th centuries, including the Russian Revolution, and the interrelationship with the Industrial Revolution and spread of Imperialism. An examination of the global impact of WWI and WWII and the after effects will complete the course. Honors level requires additional outside reading and emphasis on document analysis and essay writing. | |
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| | Beginning with a brief review of major events and developments from World History I, students will continue with a study of the philosophies and spread of ideas during the Enlightenment and the resulting political turmoil and change. Detailed attention will be given to the political development of systems in England and France with intense study of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Age. Students will trace the waves of revolutions throughout the world in the 19th and 20th centuries, including the Russian Revolution, and the interrelationship with the Industrial Revolution and spread of Imperialism. An examination of the global impact of WWI and WWII and the after effects will complete the course. | |
| | 531 | 4 | CHEMISTRY HONORS | 1 | 90 % In Algebra II Teacher Approval |
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| | This course is for upper-level students who wish to build a strong foundation in inorganic Chemistry. The course also provides an introduction to organic Chemistry. It will cover atomic structure, ionic and molecular bonding, stoichiometry, kinetic theory, etc. There will be regular lab work, heavy emphasis on problem-solving, and student responsibility for some independent learning. There will be student projects assigned involving problem-solving strategies learned throughout the year. Lab required. | |
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| | All the basics of chemistry will be explored in this course, including the composition of matter, structure of the atom, ionic and molecular bonding, stoichiometry and the basics of kinetic theory. As part of the course, there will be regular laboratory work and daily assignments. Students will be expected to demonstrate problem-solving and application skills. Lab required. | |
| | 621 | 4 | SPANISH II HONORS | 1 | Teacher Approval |
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| | The proficiency-oriented, integrated approach which was begun in Spanish I is continued and intensified in Spanish II. The four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and culture are reinforced so that students will become independent users of Spanish. | |
| | 622 | 3 | SPANISH I ACADEMIC | 1 | Spanish I |
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| | The proficiency-based, integrated approach that was begun in Spanish I is continued and intensified in Spanish II. The four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) are reinforced and expanded. Emphasis will be placed on studying the culture of Spain. (history, geography, art, music, customs and traditions, etc.) | |
| | 810 | 3 | PHYSICAL EDUCATION | .25 | |
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| | Physical Education will be offered as two-day per week semester course worth .25 credit. Students will only need 1 semester of Physical Education per year. | |
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| | The senior high health course involves concentration in two primary areas. Sex education concepts including AIDS education and life-time health maintenance program are the backbone of the course. The maintenance program consists of cardiac risk factors, aerobic knowledge, nutrition and benefits of exercise in maintaining life-time health and fitness. Also included are drug awareness and decision making dealing with death and dying. | | FINE ARTS | |
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| | Utilizing simple exercises and gradual skill-building, students will learn to express themselves through painting. The application of elements and principles of art will be reinforced. A variety of paints and painting techniques will be explored. Weekly sketchbook required. | |
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| | Senior high choir is offered to Ninth through Twelfth grade students. Students focus on proper singing techniques including proper warm-ups, posture, breathing, and tone production. Senior Choir meets three times per cycle and performs for all school liturgies. | |
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| | This course is offered to any student regardless of music background. Class piano provides musical instruction in a small group. This class emphasizes reading music and performing on electronic and digital pianos. | |
| | 767 | | LITURGICAL ENSEMBLE | .25 | |
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| | Students who currently play musical instruments are encouraged to participate in the Liturgical Ensemble. The ensemble will meet weekly to prepare instrumental selections, solos and accompaniment for liturgies. | |
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| | Instrumental lessons will be offered to any interested student. Lessons will include any band instruments or piano. Students will be scheduled one period per week and when advanced enough, will join the ensemble in accompanying for school liturgies. | |
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