SCA Course Booklet 2023-24

COURSEOFFERINGS

AdvancedPlacementCourses

St. CatharineAcademyoffers Advanced Placement Courses to give students the opportunityto experience college level courses and earn college credit. Students inAP Courses take the National College Board Exam in May. The exam fee in 2023 was $97 and it is subject to increase in 2024.

StJohn’sCollegeAdvantageProgram

St. CatharineAcademyoffers courses through the CollegeAdvantage Program of St. John’s University.Astudent can get a head start by earning college credit while still attending St. CatharineAcademyat a reduced tuition rate of $325 per course which may be subject to a slight increase in 2023 – 2034. CollegeAdvantage credit is transferableto many other institutions for a student who chooses not to earn a degree at St. John’s if the grade is “C” or better Student Eligibility:

● Astudent must be a Junior or Senior

● Astudent must have a minimum average of 85% in the five academic subjects (English, Math, Social Studies, Language and Science)

● Astudent must have a combined PSAT/SAT score of 1080 or higher

● Astudent may enroll in up to three courses (or nine credits) a semester

ENGLISHDEPARTMENT

2010 English 9

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Freshmen

This course is an introduction to literary genres and literary terms. Emphasis is placed on reading and writing skills. Students will learn to think analyticallyabout literature and writing. In addition, students are introduced to the standards for the Regents Examination in English Language Arts. Requirements include writing various essays, a research project, and a midterm and final examination. This course is a requirement for ninth grade students if they are not enrolled in English 9 honors.

2015 English 9 Honors

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Freshmen

Prerequisite:TACHS scores and grade school records determine placement

This course provides an introduction to literary genres and literary terms. Emphasis is placed on independent study, independent reading, and class discussion of literature. Students will learn to think critically and analytically about literature and writing. The requirements of this course include writing various literary essays, a midterm and a final exam.

2017 English Lab

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Freshmen

This course provides enrichment in reading comprehension and writing skills which are essential for success on the New York Regents and standardized tests.

2020 English 10

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

Prerequisite: Successful completion of English 9

This course is a survey of different genres of literature and poetry through modern times. Students are further prepared for the Regents and emphasis is placed on literary analysis, critical reading and writing skills, oral presentations, and grammar and vocabularyenrichment.

2025 English 10 Honors

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

Prerequisite:Teacher recommendationand 90% average in English 9 or 85% average in English 9H.

This course surveys world literature, with a special focus on women’s empowermentand varying points of view Students will draw on their knowledge, insights, and experiences to interpret and evaluate the actions, attitudes, and perceptions of diverse characters and the authors who created them. The class will further emphasize the importanceof the author's stylistic techniques and points of view Strengthened writing skills, vocabularyknowledge, writing strategies, and the ability to command an oral presentation will lay the foundation forAP Language.This class takes the Regents Examination in English LanguageArts in January.

2030: English 11

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of English 10

This course combines preparation for the Regents and SAT examinations with the study of American Literature from NativeAmerican to contemporaryworks. The class will explore the American voice and themes such as individualism,community, freedom, and equality, and will address societal class and gender issues. Vocabulary, grammar, and writing skills are stressed for the completion of various essays throughout the school year. This class takes the Regents Examination in English LanguageArts in January.

2036 APEnglish Language

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

Prerequisite: At least a 90% average English 10H, English teacher recommendation,passing Regents with a score of at least 85%.

Additional Cost: $97 AP exam fee in 2023 – slight increase each year set by College Board

Advanced Placement English Language and Composition course engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines and rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects as well as the way generic conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing.

2042 CollegeWriting (with St. John’s CollegeAdvantage Program credits if you qualify)

Credit: 0.5 school credit and/or 3 credits with St. John’s UniversityCredit

Open to: Seniors

Additional Cost: $325 due to St. John’s Universityfor qualifying students - slight increase TBD

This course will examine various forms of writing in different types of genres. This class will help enhance skills in development and creativity

2043 Public Speaking (with St. John’s CollegeAdvantage Program credits if you qualify)

Credit: 0.5 school credit and/or 3 credits with St. John’s UniversityCredit

Open to: Seniors

Additional Cost: $325 due to St. John’s Universityfor qualifying students - slight increase TBD

This course will focus on public speaking and the purpose of the art. Students will have exposure to at least four speech types incorporating the skills learned in class. Emphasis on academic as well as social presentations is the focus of the class. This course is a requirement for all seniors.

2036 APEnglish Literature

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: 2 or better on theAP Language exam and English teacher recommendation.

Additional Cost: $97AP exam fee in 2023 – slight increase each year set by College Board

This course is designed to give students a college literature class experience.The course focuses on fostering the ability of each student to read closely and analyze insightfullywhile honing and improvingwriting skills and critical thinking skills. Students are expected to learn to read thoroughlyto understand the complexities of literature. Students will be encouraged to discover the aesthetic, social, political and personal forces that affect all literature. Students will read a wide range of short fiction, plays, novels, poetry, and non-fiction prose that span the time periods from ancient Greek drama to modern-dayliterature.All students in this course will be required to take theAdvanced Placement Literature Exam administered in May.

FINEARTSDEPARTMENT

7020 Intro toArt

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Freshmen or students who have not taken art

This class is an introduction to studio art. Students will learn the basic elements and principles of art and design through various projects. Discussion and assignments include: observational drawing, landscape, creating a composition, still life drawing, symmetry, balance, texture, art of the past and present, perspective, contour and care and use of a variety of materials which will include paint, oil pastel, color pencils etc. Students will be required to keep a sketchbook for weekly homework assignments.

7046 Drawing and Painting I

Credit: 0.5 credit or (with St. John’s CollegeAdvantage Program credits if you qualify)

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Additional Cost: $325 due to St. John’s Universityfor qualifying students - slight increase TBD

Prerequisite: Intro toArt

This course develops drawing and painting skills as a means of personal expression and communication. A variety of media, such as pencil, ink, charcoal, watercolor and acrylic will be explored. Students will be involved in experiences that redefine traditional drawing and painting media and techniques as well as sharpening their skills of visual observation. Projects include experiences in basic mark making, observational drawing, color theory and perspective, as well as an historical component, along with keeping a personal sketchbook. Those wishing to pursue a career in the arts will be able to build a body of work for portfolios and exhibit their work in public forums.

7050 Drawing and Painting II

Credit: 0.5 credit or (with St. John’s CollegeAdvantage Program credits if you qualify)

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Additional Cost: $325 due to St. John’s Universityfor qualifying students - slight increase TBD

Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting I

This course builds on the concepts and techniques of Drawing and Painting I. Students use traditional and new media materials in a variety of disciplines including painting, printmaking, drawing, and assemblage. Students will move more deeply into their drawing and painting explorations by building on their skills in the creative process, along with keeping a personal sketchbook.

7047 Fashion Design

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

This is a foundation course designed to develop skills in fashion design and illustration. Students are required to keep a personal sketchbook and design resource folders. A variety of projects will be explored including drawing from life, flats, working drawings, fabric rendering and mood boards. Those wishing to pursue a career in fashion design or merchandisingwill be able to build a body of work for portfolios.

7048 Graphic Design

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

This course teaches the fundamentals of graphics and media design. Students gain an understanding of advertising and other mass communications marketing practices with hands-on work and portfolio development using Photoshop.

7021 Dance 1

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: All grade levels

This course provides an overview of dance and dance history. Students become acquainted with basic technique in Ballet, Modern, West African, and Hip Hop. Gaining movement skills and finding confidence and enjoyment through dance appreciation areafocus ofthis class.Noprevious dance experience is necessary.

7029 Dance 2

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Dance 1

This course provides a detailed study and development of dance technique.The student-dancer will be trained in the styles of Ballet and Modern.

7031 Advanced Dance

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Dance 1 and Dance 2

Students will be exposed to local professional dance companies, analyzing dance theories and choreographicstructure. Focus is placed on challengingthe student-dancerto self-create and perform choreographyin the styles of Ballet, Contemporary,and Hip Hop.

7056 AP2-DArt and Design

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Seniors

Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting 1 and Drawing and Painting 2

Additional Cost:AP Portfolio Fee $97 in 2023 – slight increase each year set by College Board

AP Art and Design provides high school students with the opportunity to create portfolios of college-level work which are submitted for evaluation at the end of the school year. Qualifying portfolio scores enable students to earn college credit and/or advanced placement.

7025 Choir

Credit: 0.5 credit or 1.0 credit

Open to: All grade levels

Students will learn choral music in several styles from several periods in preparation for performances at school liturgies and other functions when called for as well as Christmas and Spring concerts.

7024 Introduction to Music

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: All grade levels

Students will learn various aspects of music appreciation, literacy, history and analysis. Audio and video resources including performances, documentaries and demonstrations will be utilized. The course is based on a framework of music history, covering a wide range of musical styles from antiquity to the present and, additionally, encourages students to sing.

MATHEMATICSDEPARTMENT

3010 Algebra

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Freshmen

Algebra presents the fundamentals of high school algebra as outlined in the common core curriculum. The course emphasizes algebraic language, structure, concepts and skills. It strengthens basic math skills, encourages critical thinking skills, and uses practical applications. Students become proficient in the use of the graphing calculator. This course meets 11 times per 8 day cycle. The course culminates with the Common CoreAlgebra Regents in June.

3015 Algebra Honors

Credit: 2 credits

Open to: Freshmen

Prerequisite: TACHS and 8th grade performance

Algebra Honors presents the fundamentals of Algebra 1 (semester 1) and Algebra II (semester 2) as outlined in the common core curriculum. An integrated approach is used with emphasis on practical applications, critical thinking and advanced algebraic topics. Appropriate hands-on activities and applications showing use of the graphing calculator is explored. This course meets 16 times per 8 day cycle. The students will take the Common CoreAlgebra Regents and Common Core Algebra II Regents.

3020 Geometry

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomore

Prerequisite: Successful completion ofAlgebra

Geometry presents the fundamentals of high school geometry as outlined in the common core curriculum. This is an integrated course which expands on geometric concepts and introduces new topics including coordinate geometry, formal proofs and graphs of conics. This course follows the Regents standards for Geometry. Students apply algebra skills and extend these skills to problem solving strategies and applications in geometry.

3021 Regents Geometry

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomore

Prerequisite: 80% or above on Algebra 1 Regents.

Regents Geometrypresents the fundamentals of high school geometry as outlined in the common core curriculum. It is an integrated course which furthers the development of critical and logical thinking. Topics in geometry and advanced algebra are fully explored with an emphasis on deductive reasoning. Further development of geometric concepts is explored through constructions, formal proof, loci, transformations,and conics. Key concepts and applications are presented with the use of a graphing calculator. This course prepares the students for Common Core GeometryRegents in June.

3031 Algebra 2

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometrycourse

This course will explore advanced Algebra topics including rational expressions, quadratic formula, complex number system, relations and functions, and geometryof the circle.

3035 RegentsAlgebra 2/Trig

Credit: 1 school credit

Open: Juniors

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Regents Geometrycourse and teacher approval

This is an integrated course in advanced topics in algebra and trigonometry which follows the Regents standards for the Algebra 2 Regents exam. Non-algebraic topics include advanced probability, statistics, functions and transformations. Additional topics include zeros of polynomials, conic sections, and quadratic equations. The course also covers sequences and series, statistics, and trigonometric equations and identities. Students will be required to take the Algebra 2 Common Core Regents exam in June.

3042 PreCalculus

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Qualified Juniors

Prerequisite:Successful completion of the Regents Geometry Honors Course orAlgebraTrig and teacher approval

This course covers advanced algebra and geometrical concepts including matrices, series and sequences, advanced factoring, synthetic division, zeros of polynomials and mathematical systems. The second semester of the course begins Calculus with topics such as limits, continuity, and derivatives.

3043 Finite Math

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Seniors

This course is an introduction to college levelmath concepts with real life applications.

3044 Probability and Statistics

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Seniors

This course is an introduction to college level probabilityand statistics. It incorporates the use of technologyto gather, explore and present data in an organized format.

3040 PreCalculus

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Qualified Seniors

Prerequisite:Successful completion of the Regents Algebra2courseand teacher approval

This course covers advanced algebra and geometrical concepts including matrices, series and sequences, advanced factoring, synthetic division, zeros of polynomials and mathematical systems. The course also includes introductoryconcepts of Calculus, such as limits, continuity,

3046 Advanced Placement Calculus

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Qualified Seniors

Prerequisite: To enroll in this course, students must have successfullycompleted PreCalculus

3042

Additional Cost: $97AP exam fee in 2023– slight increase each year set by College Board

This course covers all topics as in theAP Calculus Course Description so as to prepare students to take theAP Calculus exam. Topics for the course include limits, derivatives, integrals, area and volume. Students communicate mathematicallyboth orally and in well-written sentences to explain solutions to problems. Students model a written description of a physical situation with a function, a differential equation, or an integral.

MODERNLANGUAGEDEPARTMENT

6020 Spanish 1

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

This course offers an introduction to the basic elements of the Spanish language: listening, speaking, reading and writing. At the completion of the course, students will be able to recognize, use, and pronounce basic vocabularywords in writing and conversation; understanding; and be familiar with various aspects of the culture. Students are required to present projects or portfolios as part of their grade.

6023 Spanish 1 Pre-AP

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

This course offers an introduction to the basic elements of the Spanish Language. In the second quarter, the course will accelerate and basic elements of Spanish 2 and 3 will be introduced. The course is offered to those students who have outside experience with the language, developing the basic language skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening. They will take the Spanish ComprehensiveFLAC Exam at the end of the second semester.

6030 Spanish 2

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1

This is an intermediate course in the study of Spanish. Students continue to develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in a stimulating context, while learning about all aspects of the foreign culture and engaging in activities which provide communication in the language. Methods of assessment include: quizzes, tests, writing assignments, projects, and oral presentations Adepartmental exam is given at the end of each semester

6040 Spanish 3 (with St. John’s CollegeAdvantage Program credits if you qualify)

Credit: 1 credit and/or 6 credits with St. John’s University program

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2

Additional Cost: $325 due to St. John’s Universityfor qualifying students - slight increase TBD

This is an advanced intermediate course in Spanish. Studentscontinueto developreading,writing, listening, and speaking skills, while learning about all aspects of the foreign culture and engaging in communicative activities. The requirements include projects and a journal, a departmental midterm exam, and the Comprehensive FLACS Final Exam at the end of the secondsemester.

6056 Advanced Placement Spanish Language

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1 PreAP or Spanish 3 and Teacher recommendation

Additional Cost: $96AP exam fee in 2022 – slight increase each year set by College Board

The course provides an opportunity for high school students to receive credit for college work completed at the secondary school level. The students will continue to acquire and develop the receptive and production skills: listening, reading, speaking, writing. It will prepare the students to successfullytake theAdvanced Placement Language Examination in May.

6066 Advanced Placement Spanish Literature

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Seniors

Prerequisite: Successful completion ofAP Spanish Language and Teacher recommendation

Additional Cost: $96AP exam fee in 2022 – slight increase each year set by College Board

TheAP Spanish Literature and Culture course is designed to introduce students to the formal study of a representativebody of literature, written in Spanish, from Peninsular Spain, Latin America and the United States.

The course provides students with ongoing and varied opportunities to develop proficiencyin Spanish across a full range of skills, with emphasis on critical reading and analytical writing. It also encourages students to reflect on the many voices and cultures included in a rich and diverse body of literature written in Spanish.

PHYSICALEDUCATIONANDHEALTHDEPARTMENT

9010 Physical Education 9

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Freshmen

This course introduces students to various lifetime and team sport activities such as basketball, volleyball, floor hockey, soccer/softball,and fitness; which help foster coordination, rhythm and physical conditioning. Basic fundamental skills with rules, terminologies and strategies in these various sports will be implemented. The students will also learn about making healthy food choices and understandingthe importanceof physical activity in their lives. Students will be administered the NYS Physical Best Fitness Test.

9020 Physical Education 10

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Sophomores

This course expands student’s exposure and learning to various lifetime and team sport activities such as basketball, volleyball, floor hockey, soccer/softball,and fitness; which help foster coordination, rhythm and physical conditioning. Intermediatefundamental skills with rules, terminologiesand strategies in these various sports will be implemented. The students will also continue learning about making healthy food choices and understandingthe importanceof physical activity in their lives. Students will be administered the NYS Physical Best Fitness Test.

9030 Physical Education 11

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors

This course expands student’s exposure and learning to various lifetime and team sport activities such as basketball, badminton, paddleball, volleyball, floor hockey, soccer/softball, yoga, kickboxing, Pilates, resistance training, body sculpting, and aerobics which help foster coordination, rhythm and physical conditioning. Advanced fundamental skills with rules, terminologiesand strategies in these various sports will be implemented. The students will also continue learning about making healthy food choices and understandingthe importanceof physical activity in their lives. Students will be administered the NYS Physical Best Fitness Test.

9031 Physical Education 12

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Seniors

This course expands student’s exposure and learning to various lifetime and team sport activities such as basketball, badminton, paddleball, volleyball, floor hockey, soccer/softball, yoga, kickboxing, Pilates, resistance training, body sculpting, and aerobics which help foster coordination, rhythm and physical conditioning. Advanced fundamental skills with rules, terminologiesand strategies in these various sports will be implemented. The students will also continue learning about making healthy food choices and understandingthe importanceof physical activity in their lives. Students will be administered the NYS Physical Best Fitness Test.

7021 Dance 1

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: All grade levels

This course provides an overview of dance and dance history. Students become acquainted with basic technique in Ballet, Modern, West African, and Hip Hop. Gaining movement skills and finding confidence and enjoyment through dance appreciation areafocus ofthis class.Noprevious dance experience is necessary.

7029 Dance 2

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Dance 1

This course provides a detailed study and development of dance technique.The student-dancer will be trained in the styles of Ballet and Modern.

7031 Advanced Dance

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Dance 1 and Dance 2

Students will be exposed to local professional dance companies, analyzing dance theories and choreographicstructure. Focus is placed on challengingthe student-dancerto self-create and perform choreographyin the styles of Ballet, Contemporary,and Hip Hop.

9021 Health

Credit: 0.5 credit

Health Education is designed for today’s adolescents and their issues. The purpose of this course, in addition to providing knowledge and skills, is to encourage a change of attitude, so that students will behave in ways that will promote total wellness. The course explores various topics such as: health and wellness, stress management, nutrition, weight control, First Aid and CPR, sex education, and substance abuse (including alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs).

4038 Health & Wellness

Credit: 0.5 for a semester

Open to: Seniors

The Health and Wellness is designed for adolescents. The purpose of this course is to promote an individual’s overall health and wellness. The course explores various topics such as general health topics, stress management, weight control, first aid, CPR, infection control (including COVID guidelines), women’s health issues and substance abuse including alcohol, tobacco (includes vaping) and the use of both prescription and illicit drugs.

SCIENCEDEPARTMENT

4010 Regents Biology

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Freshmen

This course explores the relationships between the living and nonliving factors on the Earth. Units include: Similarities & Differences among Living Things, Basic Biochemical Processes, Genetics, Reproduction & Development,Evolution and Ecology. Students participate in hands-on laboratoryexperiences as they prepare for the Living Environment Regents in June.

4020 Regents Chemistry

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology course and passing grade on Biology Regents. Student must also qualify for GeometryRegents.

Chemistryis the study of matter, all of the elements that compose it, and the types of reactions that can occur The course includes units on the math of chemistry, gas laws, matter and energy, atomic and molecular structure, the periodic table, bonding, solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, redox and electrochemistry,organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry The course will emphasize practical uses of chemistry in everydaylife and will include labs to strengthen and reinforce the understandingof main topics.

4024 Chemistry

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

Chemistryis the study of matter, all of the elements that compose it, and the types of reactions that can occur. The course includes units on the math of chemistry, matter and energy, atomic structure, the periodic table, bonding including formula writing and naming compounds, types of equations and balancing equations, solutions, acids and bases, organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. The course will emphasize practical uses of chemistryin everyday life and will include activities to strengthen and reinforce the understandingof main topics.

4030 Physics

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

Prerequisite: Chemistry

Physics is a one-year course designed to provide a general understandingof the fundamental principles of physics and to achieve a deeper understandingof these principles.The topics are Mechanics, Energy, Electricityand Magnetism,Wave, and Modern Physics.

4035 Regents Physics

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

Prerequisite: Regents Chemistry

Regents Physics is a one-year course designed to provide a general understandingof the fundamental principles of physics and to achieve a deeper understandingof these principles. This course is designed to prepare students for the Regents Physics examination.

4046 APBiology

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendationand successful completion of Regents Biology and Chemistryis required.

Additional Cost: $96AP exam fee in 2022 – slight increase each year set by College Board

AP Biology is a multi-disciplinedcollege level course. Major topics include molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, some human physiology, and organisms and populations. Hands-on laboratoryexperiments are a componentof the course. Independent research assignments and laboratoryreports are included in the curriculum. An entry level assignment must be completed during the summer prior to entering the course.

4034 Forensics

Credit: 0.5 for a semester

Open to: Seniors

This elective course provides a detailed study of forensics. Ahighly hands-on course, focused primarilyon laboratory activities, including infamous crime scene investigation discoveries and case studies (news/forensicfiles) with criminal mind intentions. Students must maintain a scientific journal log.

4037 Nutrition

Credit: 0.5 for a semester

Open to: Seniors

This course will provide basic knowledge of nutrition to help students understand the importance of nutrition, food labels and nutritional information (news/media).Topics will include metabolism, weight control, eating disorders, nutrient supplements, food fads and nutrition during the life cycle.

4038 Health & Wellness

Credit: 0.5 for a semester

Open to: Seniors

The Health and Wellness is designed for adolescents. The purpose of this course is to promote an individual’s overall health and wellness. The course explores various topics such as general health topics, stress management, weight control, first aid, CPR, infection control (including COVID guidelines), women’s health issues and substance abuse including alcohol, tobacco (includes vaping) and the use of both prescription and illicit drugs.

4045

Robotics 1

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

The following explorations of pre-engineeringtopics are covered: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer engineering, mastering building, virtuoso skills in carpentry/tools/computersoftware, measuring techniques with graphing calculator(s) TI-84/TI-92, recording with engineeringjournal notebooks.

4047 Robotics 2

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendationand successful completion of Robotics 1

This course prepares students for a highly competitiverobotics tournament. Students should have completed Robotics 1 to be prepared for this class. Students will expect to master mechanical, electrical and computer engineeringfor competition style robots.

4050 Advanced Robotics

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendationand successful completion of Robotics 1 and/or robotics team member is required.

This course prepares students for a highly competitive robotics tournament. Students should have completed Robotics 1 to be prepared for this class. Students will expect to master mechanical, electrical and computer engineeringfor competition style robots. Students will be expected to compete in the Vex Robotics scrimmages and competitions yearly. Students must have an engineering notebook and must master the softwareAutodesk CAD/CAM, computer generated drawings. Gracious professionalismand teamwork must be followed by the class safety guidelines FIRST (fortitude, innovation, recognition of science & technology.

SOCIALSTUDIESDEPARTMENT

5010 Global Studies 9

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Freshmen

This is the first of a two-year chronological, cross-cultural survey of history from the ancient world to approximately1600; it follows the New York State curriculum.Ancient, classical and early-moderncivilizations ofAfrica,Asia, theAmericas and Europe are studied with an emphasis on geography, history and culture. Students will build skills in the areas of document analysis, geographyand writing in order to prepare students for the New York State Global Studies Regents Examination in June of their sophomore year

5020 Global Studies 10

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

This is the second of a two-year chronological,cross-cultural survey of history from the Scientific Revolution to the present day; it follows the New York State curriculum. Students engage in a comparativestudy of the geography, history, politics, economics and social structures of different regions of the world. Amajor emphasis in this course is the development of reading, writing, note taking, document analysis and research skills to further historical inquiry. This course of study will culminate with the Regents examinationin June.

5026 APWorld History

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Sophomores

Prerequisite: Agrade of 90% in Global 9 and Teacher recommendation. Additional Cost: $97AP exam fee in 2023 – slight increase each year set by CollegeBoard

Advanced PlacementWorld History is a course designed to prepare students for higher learning equivalent to an introductorycollege course in world history Students inAP World History will develop a greater understandingof global processes, connections, and interactions across time and place, mainly from 1200 to the present. The course is intended to provide a global view of world history by studying Europe, theAmericas,Asia andAfrica. The course focuses on the masteryof factual knowledge as well as the development of the analytical skills necessaryfor success on theAdvanced Placement Exam.AP World History includes a greater amount of reading and writing and students are expected to take an active role in their learning. Students will take theAP exam in May and will also take the New York State Regents in June.

5030 United States History

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

This course presents a survey of American History and Government from ColonialAmerica to the present, following the New York State Curriculum.This course enables students to recognize and study basic Constitutionalprinciples throughout history and in contemporarylife, while also surveying the political, social and economic structures and events of the United States.Amajor part of this course is to further develop student reading, writing, note taking, document analysis and continue research skills. The Students take the New York State Regents Exam in United States History and Government at the end of this course.

5036 APUnited States History

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Juniors

Prerequisite: Agrade of 90% in Global 10 or a grade of 80% inAP World and 85% on the Global Regents and teacher recommendation.

Additional Cost: $97AP exam fee in 2023 – slight increase each year set by College Board

AP U.S. History is a survey course ofAmerican history from the age of exploration and the colonial period to the present. TheAP U.S. History course is designed to evaluate the knowledge,understanding,thinking, and writing skills that would be demonstrated in a yearlong introductorycollege course in US History Acombination of factual knowledge and ability to analyze historical questions and themes in a critical manner is the key to a successful performance in this course. The course also includes a greater amount of reading and writing to continue to hone important skills. Students will take theAP exam in May and will also take the New York State Regents in US History in June.

5047 Economics

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Seniors

This course is a combination of micro-economicsand macro-economics.It is designed to enable the students to understand the economy and how it affects their lives. The focus of the course will include economic systems, trends, cycles, and social problems that result from economic systems. There is also study of practical applications of economics, such as banking, credit cards, starting businesses, working with the stock market, and buying a house. house. This course is required of all 12th year students.

5048 Government

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Seniors

This semester-longcourse will help students develop a clear understanding of the political processes including the organizational structure and workings of the three branches of government, political and historical foundations of the US government, political campaigns, voting processes, public policy formation, interest groups, media influence, civil liberties and civil rights.

5046 APUS Government and Politics

Credit: 1 credit

Open to: Seniors

Prerequisite: Agrade of 90% in US History or an 80% inAP US and teacher recommendation.

Additional cost: $96AP exam fee in 2022 – slight increase each year set by College Board

This year-long, college level course will help students develop a clear understandingof the political processes including the organizational structure and workings of the three branches of government, the purposeful interconnectednessof theAmerican government, national institutions, political and historical foundations of the US government, political campaigns, public policy formation, interest groups, media influence, voting processes, civil liberties and civil rights. This course includes additional reading and writing to continue the strengthening skills. This course will be anchored by theAP Examination forAP Government and Politics: United States.

5063 Introduction to Psychology

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

Asurvey of the study of behavior and mental processes, this course is designed to provide students with a comprehensiveoverview of the discipline of Psychology. Students will investigate specific topics in the four of the five major domains of Psychology methods, socio-cultural,cognitive, and bio-psychological. Students will gain an understandingof how psychologycontributes to a better understandingof many societal problems today and finding positive resolutions. In addition, students will consider their own self-concept and issues relating to developing a healthy view of life.

5073 Child Psychology

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Seniors

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Psychology

Students will study the theories of growth and development in children from conception to age 3. Physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth and development and the relationship between biology and behavior will be discussed. Theoretical viewpoints that provide students with a well-balanced view of the children’s developmentalprocesses will be surveyed. In addition, the students will learn positive parenting skills and investigate issues including health and safety, exceptional and disabled children, child abuse and neglect.

5075 Civil Law

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors and Seniors

This course is designed for students who are interested in a deeper appreciation and understandingof the law and in the practical applications of the legal system. All concepts are applied to real life situations. Discussion and debate are also an important part of this course.

TECHNOLOGYDEPARTMENT

3070 Coding

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors

This course introduces students to the art and science of creating computer software. From the first week, each student creates her first working program. From then until the final project she learns hands-on, working with fellow students and an on-line coding environment.

3069 Microsoft Office Suite

Credit: 1.0 credit (full year) or 0.5 credit (semester)

Open to: Seniors

Students are able to take this course for either the full year or for one semester. Semester 1 provides students with the fundamental understanding of Microsoft Office and Excel. It equips them with the skills to perform important commercial and academic tasks including: writing a thesis; creating a set of financial statements; and constructinga compelling Board briefing. Semester 2 provides students with a fundamentalunderstandingof PowerPoint and Publisher. It equipsstudentswiththeskillstocreatepresentationsandimpressivepublications.After taking the course students will be prepared to take Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Exams, demonstrating their readiness for professional careers.

APComputer Science Principles

Credit: 1.0 credit

Open to: Seniors

Additional cost: $97AP exam fee in 2023 – slight increase each year set by College Board

This is a challenging, college credit course for students seriouslyinterested in working with or applying computers in their future activities. It provides students with an in-depth introduction to the art and science of computing.They learn the essential fundamentals of how computers work; and how they communicate with each other, with people, and with other technologies. Students also learn the techniques by which large-scale computing systems are created and maintained over decades by extensive, diverse, and often decentralized groups of professionals.

THEOLOGYDEPARTMENT

1010 Theology 9: Jesus: God’s Love Made Visible

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Freshmen

This course introduces Ninth Graders to Sacred Scripture and provides them with a greater understandingof the Catholic Faith as they develop more fully their own personal relationship with God. The students begin their journey learning respect for others, the value of service and studying the life and charism of Catherine McAuley.

1020 Theology 10: Morality: Our Response to God’s Love

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Sophomores

In this course, Tenth Graders will study the Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes, and the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy which will serve as the guidelines for moral decision making. Students will focus on Jesus as the model for their moral development and the Mercy core values They will continue to build on the Scriptural foundation of Grade Nine.

1030 Theology 11: Catholic Social Teaching: Living Out God’s Love

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Juniors

This course is Mercy in action and will lead the Eleventh Graders to a deeper understandingof the rich tradition of Catholic Social Teaching and emphasizes the Gospel values found in Scripture. The students will explore such issues as the sacredness of human life, the role of women, economic justice, environmentalconcerns, society and global concerns of the 21st century. These lessons build on the foundation that students learned in Grades Nine and Ten.

1040 Theology 12: The Church’s Mission:The Universal Call to Love

Credit: 0.5 credit

Open to: Seniors

This course will allow the Twelfth Graders to explore the presence of the Holy Spirit in the Church, in the world and in their own lives and will help them discover their unique path to God. They will learn the importanceof having good relationships and making good decisions as they respond to their unique call from God. This curriculum builds on the content in Grades Nine, Ten and Eleven.

STUDENTSERVICES

Guidance

Every SCA student meets with her guidance counselor for group guidance classes and also for scheduled individual appointments.The counselors are also available to students during the school day and students frequentlycome to see them during lunch time. Guidance counselors assist the students during the school year with academic needs, course selection process and pre-collegeplanning.Acollege advisor will meet with Grades 11 and 12 both individuallyand in group to help with the college process.

HAPProgram

This provides student support services for qualified students. Small group academic support will be provided during the school day as mandated on the student's IESP. (Individual education plan - SETTS)

Other support services such as Extended time on Exams, Separate location/ small group testing, and directions / questions read as needed - Must be approved yearly by the academic dean and guidance counselors with appropriatedocumentationand/or mandated through the Committeeon Special Education through the Board of Education of the City of New York.