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Academics
Courses/Requirements
Excel Curriculum
EXCEL PROGRAM: CURRICULUM MAP
| Subject | Freshman | Sophomore | Junior | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English (4 credits) |
English I | English II | English III - American Literature | English IV - World Literature |
| World Language (2 credits) |
Spanish I Mandarin I Latin I |
Spanish II Mandarin II Latin II |
Spanish III Mandarin III Latin III |
Spanish IV Mandarin IV Latin IV |
| Math (4 credits) |
Algebra I | Geometry | Algebra II Trigonometry |
Pre-Calculus |
| Science (4 credits) |
Biology | Chemistry | Physics | Forensic Science or Anatomy and Physiology AP Environmental Science |
| Theology (4 credits) |
Introduction to Religion Catholic Creed and Beliefs Sacraments, Morality & Prayer |
Pentateuch & Wisdom Literature Prophets & Gospels Paul & Major Church Events |
Catholic Morality Catholic Social Teaching, Contemporary Moral Issues |
Understanding of God and the Human Person, Christian Vocation Integration Seminar |
| Social Science (3.67) |
Ancient World Non-Wesntern Civilizations |
World History | United States History | Elective |
| Trimester Courses Required for Graduation |
Physical Education I Technology I Art I Health |
21st Century Research & Communication Physical Education II Consumer Education |
Elective | Elective |
| Elective Course Offerings | ||
|---|---|---|
| Debate | Introduction to Law (three trimesters) | Graphic Design (one trimester) |
| Drama | African American History (one trimester) | Architecture (one trimester) |
| Speech | 20th Century Conflicts (one trimester) | Photography (one trimester) |
| Journalism Yearbook 1 (three trimesters) | Modern US History (one trimester) | Art Studio 2 (three trimesters) |
| Journalism Yearbook 2 (three trimesters) | Ancient Conflicts (one trimester) | Advanced Art (three trimesters) |
| Journalism Newspaper 1 (three trimester) | Chicago History (one trimester) | Choir (three trimesters) |
| Journalism Newspaper 2 (three trimesters) | US Government (one trimester) | Band (three trimesters) |
| Creative Writing (one trimester) | AP European History (three trimesters) | A+ Certification (with dual college credit) |
| Film Genres (one trimester) | AP US/Comparative Governments | Computer Aided Design |
| Forensic Science (three trimesters) | AP Psychology (three trimesters) | History of sports |
| Video/Web Production (three trimesters) | Fitness (one trimester) | Global Investments and Research |
| Technology 2 (one trimester) | Sports Medicine/Athletic Training (one trimester) | AP Art Studio 3 |
| Computer Programming - Visual Basic (three trimesters) | Drawing and Painting (one trimester) |
