2023 De La Salle HS Curriculum Booklet

CURRICULUM MAP

Integral Student Outcomes

The three integral student outcomes are what each De La Salle student should know, understand, and be able to do by graduation.

A De La Salle graduate is a Man of Faith

Who prays and integrates Gospel values

Serves others, especially the poor and the marginalized And appreciates our Lasallian Catholic tradition.

A De La Salle graduate is a Man of Integrity

Who respects himself and others

Embraces social and personal responsibility

And nurtures a healthy lifestyle.

A De La Salle graduate is a Man of Scholarship

Who thinks creatively, critically, independently, and collaboratively Strives for academic excellence

And pursues life-long learning.

Required Courses for Graduation

credits)

Health, Physical Ed. & Recreation First Aid/Health (5 credits) Physical Education Selectives (15 credits)

Electives

Curriculum Electives (25 credits)

Selective: Choice that allows you to fulfill a graduation requirement. Elective: Additional or optional coursework.

H: Honors Course AP: Advanced Placement

English Scope and Sequence

Our English Department believes that literature communicates the richness of the human experience and that success for all students can only be achieved in a classroom environment that embraces learning differences and diverse backgrounds. We value critical thinking, original thought, and freedom of expression, which are developed through regular practice of the Language Arts: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. We believe dedication to these arts will inspire and develop a life-long appreciation for literature and learning. The Culture Of Storytelling

English Selectives | One semester

Literature, Conflict & The Human Experience Psychology

in Writing The Short Story

Shakespeare

English Selectives | Two semesters

Reading Lounge: Critical Lenses in Literature

Mathematics Scope and Sequence

Our Mathematics Department strives to build a foundation of basic math skills, nurture problemsolving abilities, stimulate a quest for mastery of challenging concepts, and cultivate an appreciation for the inherent beauty of mathematics. We believe that a good understanding of math structure and its applications in our society is integral to our students’ preparation to thrive in our modern world. As technology emerges, we continually update our pedagogy and seek to engage our students in meaningful ways that reflect the ever-changing world around them.

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

Path 1

Algebra 1A

Path 2

Algebra 1A

Algebra 1B

Geometry

Geometry

Algebra 2/ Trigonometry

Algebra 2

Intro to College Math

Statistics

Pre-Calculus

AP Statistics

Path 3

Algebra 1A (H)

Geometry (H)

Algebra 2/ Trigonometry (H)

AP Statistics

Pre-Calculus

AP Calculus AB

Path 4

Geometry

Algebra 2/ Trigonometry

Pre-Calculus

AP Statistics

AP Calculus AB

AP Statistics

Path 5

Geometry (H)

Algebra 2/ Trigonometry (H)

AP Calculus AB

Pre-Calculus

Pre-Calculus

AP Calculus BC

AP Statistics

AP Calculus AB

AP Statistics

Pre-Calculus

Students of our Science Department are invited to demonstrate an overall understanding of the concepts and methods in science and be able to function in a technology-based world. This understanding encourages students to act as informed citizens, aware of and able to meet the social and environmental challenges of their world. As students build an understanding of the processes and practices of science, this leads them to form objective perceptions, think critically, and form accurate conclusions.

9th

Core Principles in Physics, Chemistry & Biology

10th

Biology

Biology (H)

AP Biology

Science Selectives | Two semesters

Forensic Science

Science Selectives | One semester

Robotics, Engineering & Programming

AP Physics 1

Chemistry

Chemistry (H)

AP Chemistry

Science Electives

Anatomy & Physiology

Marine Biology

AP Environmental Science

AP Physics C: Mechanics Physics

Computer Science Electives | Two semesters

AP Computer Science Principles

AP Computer Science A Intro to Computer Science

Daniel’s 4-Year Schedule

Daniel Berkes

Boston College ʼ27

Anticipated Major: International Relations

“It’s interesting comparing history to what is going on in the world today. [My English teachers] Mr. Graham and Mr. Pelster gave me that love of reading on my own and writing. Those two things combined, History and English, inspire me to pursue international relations.”

Religious Studies 1 - Foundations of Catholic Christianity

Geometry (H)

Spanish 3 (H)

Religious Studies 2Sacred Scripture

Animation and Drawing

Concert Marching Band

Lasallian Leadership

Religious Studies 3Living the Gospel Mock Trial

Social Studies Scope and Sequence

Our Social Studies Department actively encourages students to investigate and value all social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. The program provides an appreciation of human culture, an understanding of the American tradition and a framework for analysis of problems and decisions associated with humanity. We value the lessons of our life experiences, respect each other and our differing points of view, and appreciate those elements that contribute to the story we all live.

Chukwunonso Udeh

“My sophomore year, I had a Biology class with Ms. Acquistapace and there was something about that class that piqued my interest. Not only did it pique my interest in the sciences, but it piqued my interest to do better academically. At the time, I wasn’t taking any honors or AP classes and I really regretted not taking a harder Biology course because I really liked it. Since then, I’ve been trying my best to take more challenging courses (AP/Honors) so it will help me down the road.”

Chukwunonso’s 4-Year Schedule

World Languages Scope and Sequence

The World Languages Department offers a variety of modern and classical languages for the enrichment of our students. In addition to the development of the productive skills of speaking and writing, as well as the receptive skills of listening and reading, we invite our students to dive deeply into the diverse cultures affiliated with the language they are acquiring. We challenge them to go beyond rote learning to develop an attitude of respect and appreciation for the cultural and linguistic diversity of the immediate environment, their nation, and the world.

French 1

French 2

Italian 1

Italian 2

3 French 3 (H) Italian 3 (H)

Latin 1

Latin 2

French 2 Italian 2 Latin 2

Spanish 1

Spanish 2

Spanish 2 (H)

Spanish for Heritage Speakers 3

Spanish 2

Spanish 3

Spanish 3 (H)

Spanish for Heritage Speakers 4

Spanish 3 Spanish 4

Spanish 3 (H) AP Spanish

Spanish 4

AP Spanish

Isaac’s 4-Year Schedule

Isaac De Rosas

Vassar College ʼ27

Anticipated Major:

“AP

Visual and Performing Arts Scope and Sequence

The Visual and Performing Arts Department strives to empower student creativity. Our aim is to develop aesthetic literacy and connect to the many commonalities of human existence through a Lasallian world view. We recognize the diversity of learning styles and abilities among our students and provide for these in an atmosphere that is dedicated to developing creativity, confidence, self-discipline, cooperation, and a sense of both history and contemporary life through the various disciplines employed in the arts.

Instrumental Music

Concert/Marching Band

Music Theory

Instrumental Music

Jazz Band (By audition with concurrent enrollment in Concert/Marching Band)

Engineering, Architecture, Drafting & Design I, II, III, IV

Health, Physical Ed, & Recreation Scope and Sequence

The Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Department aims to promote a healthy lifestyle by cultivating an understanding of the importance of wellness and activity throughout one’s lifetime. We have adapted a kinesthetic approach to learning to engage our students and encourage transfer of learning from working memory to long term. As they develop literacies around health, our students are empowered, and in many cases inspired, to manage their own healthy lifestyles. This carries over to social maturity as well. The pillars of teamwork and sportsmanship help foster the values of cooperation, collaboration, and respect. Ultimately, we believe that understanding injury prevention, care, and management are necessary to maintain a long, healthy, and active life.

Interdisciplinary

Technology/Study Skills

Fitness

Sports Medicine 1

Sports Medicine 2

Weight Training

Fundamentals of Basketball

Physical Education

Leadership

Lasallian Leadership

Service Leadership

College Advisory

Concurrent Enrollment

Religious Studies

The Religious Studies Department is called by the Bishop of Oakland, and guided by the traditions of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and the charism of Saint John Baptist De la Salle to provide religious education for our students. We promote the Church’s mission of service, with special regard for the economically challenged, the recognition of the God-given dignity of all persons and our common responsibility for the future of humanity. Our curriculum emphasizes a lived Christian faith.

Religious Studies 1Foundations of Catholic Christianity

Religious Studies 2Sacred Scripture

Religious Studies 3Living the Gospel

Senior Synthesis

OR

Spiritual Journey

Religious Studies Selectives

Religious Studies Selectives | One semester

World Religions

Introduction to Philosophy

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

John Arcidiacano

Clemson University ʼ27

Anticipated Major: Engineering

“My freshman year Religion class with Mr. Eidson really set the tone for what De La Salle was like. Mr. Eidson did a good job teaching the class and let everyone know that everyone has their own space on campus and we’re all welcomed here.”

John’s 4-Year Schedule

English 1 (H) English 2 (H) English 3 Western LiteratureDystopian Fiction

Core Principles in Physics, Chemistry, Biology Biology (H) Chemistry (H) AP Physics 1

World History (H) AP US History Civics - History of the 60’s

Algebra 1 (H)

Spanish 1

Religious Studies 1 - Foundations of Catholic Christianity

Geometry (H)

Spanish 2 Spanish 3

Religious Studies 2Sacred Scripture

Algebra 2 Trig (H) AP Calculus AB

Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, and Design

Religious Studies 3 -

Living the Gospel

Campus Ministry Leadership

Lasallian Leadership Senior Synthesis

Photo and Film 1st Aid / Health College Advisory

Graduation Requirements

De La Salle High School graduation requirements meet or exceed the requisites for admission to the University of California. Five (5) semester credits may be earned for the equivalent of each semester course and 10 credits for a full-year course. The total minimum credits required for graduation from De La Salle are 240 semester units (60 units per year) within the following course of studies: