ACADEMICS EXCELLENCE, REIMAGINED FOR HER
Our academic program emphasizes critical thinking, academic rigor, and real-world preparation. Students choose from a wide range of college-preparatory courses, early college options, and pre-career pathways tailored to their interests.
FORMING FAITH-DRIVEN WOMEN LEADERS
Through a college-preparatory curriculum, early college coursework, and pre-career programs, students learn to lead with purpose, integrity, and confidence—grounded in faith and ready to serve others. The results speak for themselves: Seton graduates are accepted to top colleges and universities across the country and, as a class, earn an average of $32 million in scholarships, reflecting both academic excellence and leadership prepared for impact beyond our campus.
CORE VALUES IN ACTION
Our academic program brings Seton’s core values to life by challenging students to think critically, learn creatively, lead collaboratively, and serve others with faith, integrity, and purpose.
MEET OUR EXCEPTIONAL FACULTY
The teachers who see her, challenge her, and believe in her.
Seton’s faculty bring passion, expertise, and a relational approach to every classroom. Through rigorous instruction and differentiated support, they help each Seton student discover her strengths and prepare for success in college and beyond.
| Course Title | Course Description |
|---|---|
| Art Assistant | The assistantship program seeks to develop Art Assistants who are a valuable part of our art program — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Beginning Brass and Percussion | Beginning Brass is open to any new musicians who want to start out on a brass or percussion instrument — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Ceramics & Sculpture | This is an introductory course in sculpture for students who have an interest in creating three-dimensional works of art — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Chorale | Chorale offers students the opportunity to perform in a large vocal ensemble — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Chorus | Chorus offers students the opportunity to perform in a large vocal ensemble — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Concert Band | The Concert Band is open to all students with some previous playing experience — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Prior playing experience. |
| Digital Music Technology | This class offers an immersive curriculum that integrates technical knowledge with artistic exploration and creativity — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Diploma: Tech |
| Digital Photography 1 | This course provides a foundation in photography history, elements, and mechanics. The course begins with lessons in photography history and — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Diploma: Tech |
| Digital Photography 2 | This course builds on the photography foundations students acquire Digital Photography 1 — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Diploma: Tech | Prereq: Digital Photography |
| Drawing | This is a beginning course in drawing. Students are not expected to have any prior experience or skills — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Gospel Choir | We will explore the history of Gospel music from Thomas A Dorsey and Charles Tinley till today's artist Kirk Franklin — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Honors Concert Choir | Concert Choir is the premier vocal ensemble of Elizabeth Seton High School, open by audition to experienced choral singers who — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) One year of Seton Chorale or Chorus (2) Permission of the director. |
| Honors Orchestra | Honors credit in Orchestra is designed for students who are seeking the highest level musicianship level possible in their time — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Previous playing experience on a string instrument. (2) Permission of the director. |
| Honors Portfolio Development/Adv Studio | The first half of this course enables the student to make preparations for her portfolio — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Two half-credit beginner art courses, the mid-level Studio Art class with a minimum of a B average for all courses OR Instructor approval. |
| Honors Wind Ensemble | Honors credit in Wind Ensemble is designed for students who are seeking the highest level musicianship level possible in their — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Minimum one-year enrollment in Wind Ensemble (2) Interview with the director (3) Permission of the director. |
| Intermediate Orchestra | The Intermediate Orchestra is a small string ensemble dedicated to preparing students with minimal experience on violin, viola, cello, or — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Prior playing experience. |
| Introduction to Classical Theater | Students begin their comprehensive study of theater with an introduction to the history of theater, jobs/roles and responsibilities within — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Introduction to Digital Media | Intro to Digital Media is a class designed to introduce the use of computers as a design tool — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: 21st Century Technology Course |
| Orchestra | The Orchestra is the premier string ensemble at Seton. Students learn the fundamentals of string playing while working on advanced — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Previous playing experience on a string instrument. (2) Permission of the director. |
| Painting | This is a beginning course in painting, focusing on the use of acrylic on various surfaces — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Photojournalism 1 | Students in this course are responsible for publishing the school yearbook, Caritas — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) English with a minimum of B-. (2) Instructor approval. (3) Students must be able to stay after school occasionally for layout sessions. |
| Photojournalism 2 | Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Photo Journalism 1. |
| Public Speaking | This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public and classroom setting — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Studio Art | This course serves as the second-level class following the completion of two of the three beginning art courses — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Two half-credit beginner art courses, with a minimum of B OR Instructor approval. |
| Theater 2 | This intermediate class is designed for students who are interested in gaining more experience in all aspects of theater — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Introduction to Theater. |
| Theater 3 | Students in this advanced level course are given the opportunity to explore a different side of theater: directing and writing — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Introduction to Theater, Theater 2 |
| Wind Ensemble | The Wind Ensemble is the premier instrumental performing ensemble at Seton. This course challenges students to perform complex band literature — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Audition (2) Permission of the director (3) Available openings in sections to complete balanced instrumentation. |
| English 1: Honors Literature, Grammar, and Composition | This course provides an in-depth study of the topics and works of English 1 — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: English Department approval, based on HSPT scores and performance in middle school. |
| English 1: Literature, Grammar, and Composition | In this course, students read many different kinds of texts, including fiction, poetry, drama, and non-fiction — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 |
| English 2: Honors World Literature | This second-year honors English course continues students' study of major literary genres (poetry, drama, the short story, and the — Grades: 10 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Recommendation from current English instructor, which will be based on engagement with the material, participation, and performance on assessments. Recommendations are most likely for students in Honors English 1 with a minimum grade of B. For English 1, recommendations are most likely with a minimum grade of A-, and students will be asked to complete a timed writing assignment for consideration by the instructor of the honors class. |
| English 2: World Literature | This second-year English course continues students' study of major literary genres (poetry, drama, the short story, and the novel — Grades: 10 | Credit: 1 |
| English 3: American Literature | In this survey course, students continue their study of literary genres, specifically poetry, the short story, the novel, drama, and — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 |
| English 3: AP Language and Composition | The class covers American literature, including fiction, drama, and poetry, but its primary focus is on non-fiction, including essays — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Recommendation from current English instructor, which will be based on engagement with the material, participation, and performance on assessments. Recommendations are most likely for students in Honors English 2 with a minimum grade of B. For English 2, recommendations are most likely with a minimum grade of A-, and students will be asked to complete a timed writing assignment for consideration by the instructor of the AP class. |
| English 3: Honors American Literature | This honors course provides a more in-depth study of literary genres, specifically poetry, short story, novel, drama, and non — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: English 2 with a minimum grade of A- and current instructor approval, plus a timed writing assignment, OR Honors English 2 with a minimum grade of B and current instructor approval. |
| English 4: AP Literature and Composition | This course is designed as a college-level class that complies with the requirements prescribed by the College Board’s — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Recommendation from current English instructor, which will be based on engagement with the material, participation, and performance on assessments. Recommendations are most likely for students in AP Language with a minimum grade of B. For English 3, recommendations are most likely with a minimum grade of A-, and students will be asked to complete a timed writing assignment for consideration by the instructor of the AP class. |
| English 4: British Literature and African American Literature | This class explores British literature in various genres, including poetry, drama, and novels — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 |
| English 4: British Literature and Latiné American Literature | This class explores British literature in various genres, including poetry, drama, and fiction — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 |
| English 4: Honors British Literature and African American Literature | This honors class focuses on how various aspects of identity affect people’s experiences, exploring this issue through texts written — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: English 3 with a minimum grade of A- and current instructor approval, plus a timed writing assignment, OR Honors English 3 with a minimum grade of B and current instructor approval. |
| English 4: Senior English | This class explores literature in various genres, including poetry, drama, and novels — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 |
| English Elective: Advanced Writing | This class is meant for students with strong writing skills who would like to increase their abilities to create compelling — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: Department/Instructor approval. |
| English Elective: Creative Writing | This class introduces students to the process of and techniques of creative writing — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| English Elective: Effective Writing | This class is meant for students who would benefit from extra support with their writing — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: Department/Instructor approval. |
| Algebra 1 | Algebra 1 is a foundational high school math course that introduces variables, expressions, equations, and functions, focusing heavily on linear — Grades: 9-10 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Placement Test result OR (2) Successful completion of Pre-Algebra. |
| Algebra 1 Concepts | Algebra 1 Concepts focuses on foundational skills, providing extra support for core concepts like variables, expressions, linear equations, inequalities, and — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Placement Test result and (2) Math Department Chair approval. |
| Algebra 2 | Algebra 2 is an advanced high school mathematics course that extends the concepts learned in Algebra 1 — Grades: 9-11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Algebra 1 with a minimum of C- OR Placement Test. |
| Algebra 2 Concepts | Algebra 2 Concepts course focuses on reinforcing foundational Algebra 1 concepts (linear equations, graphing, systems) while gradually introducing core Algebra — Grades: 10-11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Completion of Algebra 1 AND (2) Mathematics Department approval. |
| AP Calculus AB | AP Calculus is a college-level high school course (AB or BC) focusing on limits, derivatives, and integrals, preparing students — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Precalculus with a minimum of B OR (2) Precalculus with a minimum of A. |
| AP Statistics | AP Statistics is a college-level high school course focusing on collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data, emphasizing conceptual understanding — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Pre-Calculus with a minimum of B OR Honors Precalculus with a minimum of C OR Geometry/Honors Geometry/Trig with a Minimum of a B and Mathematics Department Approval AND (2) Honors English with B OR English with A. |
| Geometry | Geometry involves studying shapes, lines, angles, and proofs, covering topics like congruent/similar triangles, circles, quadrilaterals, area, volume, coordinate geometry — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Algebra 2 OR (2) Honors Algebra 2 with a miniumum of a C- |
| Honors Algebra 1 | Honors Algebra 1 is an accelerated, in-depth study of fundamental algebraic concepts, focusing on linear, quadratic, and exponential functions — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Placement Test result |
| Honors Algebra 2 | Algebra 2 Honors dives deeper into functions, including advanced polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions, often incorporating trigonometry (sine — Grades: 9-10 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Algebra 1 with a minimum of A and students will be asked to complete an assessment for consideration by the instructor of the honors class.OR (2) Placement Test. |
| Honors Geometry/Trigonometry | Honors Geometry/Trigonometry deepens foundational geometry with rigorous proofs, advanced spatial reasoning, and integrates complex algebraic concepts, moving beyond basic — Grades: 10-11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Algebra 2 with a minimum of A OR (2) Honors Algebra 2 with a minimum of B. |
| Honors Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry | Honors High School Precalculus is an advanced, fast-paced course that bridges Algebra II/Geometry and Calculus, focusing on deeper — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Geometry/Trigonometry with a minimum of B OR Geometry and Trigonometry (available summer only) with a minimum of A and students will be asked to complete an assessment for consideration by the instructor of the honors class. |
| Math Applications | Math Applications teaches practical, real-world math, focusing on modeling, data analysis, and problem-solving in contexts like finance, science — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Completion of Algebra 2, (2) Completion of Geometry, AND (3) Mathematics Department approval. |
| Pre-Calculus | High school precalculus is a college-prep math course, typically for juniors or seniors, bridging advanced algebra/geometry with calculus — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Algebra 2 AND Geometry with a minimum grade of C in each course. |
| Study Skills 9th | Specifically for students enrolled in the Bayley program — Grades: 9 | Prereq: Bayley student |
| Study Skills: 10th | Specifically for students enrolled in the Bayley program — Grades: 10 | Prereq: Bayley student |
| Emerging Professionals Internship | This course focuses on continued professional learning experiences that offer meaningful practical work in a student's preferred professional field — Grades: 12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: Completion of the Professional Etiquette course is required to ensure students are fully prepared for the internship experience, 3.3 GPA, Good disciplinary standing |
| Professional Ettiquette | This course focuses on professional behavior and incorporates standards for appearance, actions, mindset, and behavior in a professional environment — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: 3.3 GPA, good disciplinary standing |
| Honors Civil & Criminal Law | This course is designed to introduce students to two categories of law in the United States: civil and criminal law — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: Students must have taken Brown’s Basics: Legal Training before taking Civil & Criminal Law. Current ESHS students are admitted to the class-based upon space availability, their academic record, and Instructor approval. |
| Honors Roots of American Liberty: Constitutional Law | Building on previous courses, this class reviews concepts of ethics and justice that have shaped American democracy and society — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: Students must have taken Civil & Criminal Law before taking Roots of American Liberty with a minimum grade of a B. Current ESHS students are admitted to the class-based upon space availability, their academic record, and Instructor approval. |
| Law Academy Senior Capstone | This course is offered as asks students to participate in the Maryland State Bar Association’s Mock Trial Competition — Grades: 12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: Rhetoric, Debate, and Mock Trial with a minimum grade of a B. NOTE: This class requires attendance at all scrimmages and competitions which are scheduled after school. (Due to competition limits, the maximum number of students for this class is 14.) |
| Intro. to Health Science and Careers | This course is made available to students who are interested in pursuing studies in any field of medicine, providing an — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Diploma: Science |
| Pharmacy Technician | This course incorporates both classroom and clinical pharmacy experiences and is designed to meet the Maryland State Board of Pharmacy — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Introduction to Health Sciences with a minimum of B-. |
| Innovation to Entrepreneurship Management-I | Hospitality & Entrepreneurship is one of the fastest-growing careers in the world — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 |
| Sustainability in Entrepreneurship Management-II | Entrepreneurship is one of the fastest-growing careers in the world. The Young Women Entrepreneurship Program is a two-year — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Innovation to Entrepreneurship Management-I |
| Independent Study | Students will have the opportunity to pursue academic study in advanced topics and within courses of study not currently offered — Grades: 9-12 | Prereq: Administrative Approval |
| Study Hall (semester) | Grades: 9-12 |
| Ballet/Modern Dance | In this one semester course, students will be exposed to the vocabulary, styles and history of ballet and modern — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Diploma: Art |
| Honors Dance and Performance Ensemble | This course provides an opportunity for students with an interest in choreography and performance to experience what it is like — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Diploma: Art |
| Intermediate Dance | This course is designed to build upon students’ knowledge of three key genres of dance: ballet, modern and jazz — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Diploma: Art | Prereq: Completion of Introduction to Dance or approval from the instructor. |
| Introduction to Dance | This course is designed to introduce students with little to no dance experience to key genres of dance: ballet, modern — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Diploma: Art |
| Jazz/Hip Hop Dance | In this one semester course, students will be exposed to the vocabulary, style and history of jazz and hip-hop — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Diploma: Art |
| Fitness & Wellness | In this course, we will take wellness aspects learned in the health classroom and actively apply them to our lives — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Health | This course is designed to teach students about various health topics. Some of the topics discussed are self-esteem, nutrition — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Karate 1 Self-Defense | The Physical Education Department offers a course in self-defense/Tae Kwon Do — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Karate 2 Self-Defense | This course is designed to teach students advanced techniques in the basic forms of self-defense — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: (1) Karate/Self-Defense OR Orange belt. |
| Karate 3 Self-Defense | This course is designed to teach students advanced techniques in the basic forms of self-defense — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Karate 4 Self-Defense | This course is designed to teach students advanced techniques in the basic forms of self-defense — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Karate 5 Self-Defense | This course is designed to teach students advanced techniques in the basic forms of self-defense — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Karate 6 Self-Defense | This course is designed to teach students advanced techniques in the basic forms of self-defense — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| PE 360 Fall/Winter | This course explores the basic skills and fundamentals of games and sports typically played in the fall and winter seasons — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| PE 360 Winter/Spring | This course explores the basic skills and fundamentals of games and sports typically played in the winter and spring seasons — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| PE Assistant | Students must have completed one credit of Physical Education. Students’ duties include peer teaching, classroom management, and general teacher-assigned — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: (1) Physical Education Department Chair approval (2) Completion of the Physical Education credit. |
| Recreation Sports & Games | A high energy PE class where students will enjoy a variety of recreational sports like bowling, frisbee, cornhole, spike ball — Grades: 9-12 |
| Weight Training | This course focuses on introducing high school girls to safe and effective weight training techniques — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| Meeting Jesus in Scripture | This course is designed to help freshmen understand the Catholic and Vincentian identity of the school community — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 |
| Mission of Jesus Christ | This course continues the exploration of Jesus’ life, focusing especially on His mission here on earth and how it applies — Grades: 10 | Credit: 1 |
| Sacraments and Morality | This course focuses on Catholic Morality and the Seven Sacraments. The course’s approach enables students to understand Jesus’ universal — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 |
| Social Justice & World Religions | This course explores the major faiths throughout the world and investigates the rituals, beliefs, organizations, and practices of these faiths — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 |
| Advanced Chemistry | This is an advanced dual enrollment chemistry course designed to provide the contents and applications of a first-year college — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Chemistry with a minimum of B+ (2) Algebra 1 and 2 (3) Trigonometry (4) Geometry (5) Concurrent enrollment in Honors Pre-Calculus (5) Current teacher approval. |
| AP Biology | This course is designed to be the introductory course usually taken by biology majors in their first year of college — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Biology with a minimum of B OR Honors Biology with a minimum of B- (2) Honors Chemistry with a minimum of B-. |
| AP Environmental Science | The goal of this course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Biology with a minimum of B (2) Chemistry with a minimum of B. |
| AP Physics 1 | AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Chemistry with a minimum grade of A- OR Honors Chemistry with a minimum grade of B (2) Geometry with a minimum grade of a B-. |
| AP Physics C | This is an AP course designed to provide the contents and applications of a first-year college physics course to — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Pre-Calculus (2) Honors Physics with a minimum of B- OR Concurrent enrollment in LEAD 4th-year course (3) Concurrent enrollment in AP Calculus. |
| Biology | This course is a comprehensive course designed to introduce the student to the major concepts of the science of living — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 |
| Chemistry | This course provides the student with a solid grounding in the concepts of chemistry — Grades: 10-11 | Credit: 1 |
| Earth Science | This course is designed as an introductory course in Earth and Space Science — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Environmental Science | This course is designed to increase the student’s awareness of how various parts of our environment are interconnected and — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Successful completion of two years of Science, one of which must be Biology and the other either Chemistry or Physics at any level. |
| Genetics and Forensic Science | The first semester of this course will explore the principles of modern genetics including DNA structure and function, the inheritance — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Honors Anatomy and Physiology | This is an advanced course that provides the student with an in-depth understanding of the structure and function of — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Biology with a minimum of B OR Honors Biology with a minimum of B- (2) Chemistry with a minimum of B OR Honors Chemistry with a minimum of B-. Preference is given to Honors Chemistry students. |
| Honors Biology | This course is an accelerated science course. Areas of basic biology are explored in depth and at a fast pace — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 |
| Honors Chemistry | This is an accelerated course that provides students with a solid grounding in the concepts of chemistry — Grades: 10 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Algebra 1 with a minimum of A- OR Honors Algebra 2 with minimum grade of B (2) Biology with a minimum grade of A OR Honors Biology with a minimum grade of B. |
| Physics | This course focuses on the study of kinematics (the way in which objects move) and dynamics (what affects movement) — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Algebra 1 and (2) Algebra 2. |
| Brown's Basics: Legal Training Sem | This course is designed to introduce students to the foundations of law — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 | Prereq: Incoming 9th-grade students are required to file an application for the Law Academy and take an entrance examination before enrolling in the class. Current ESHS students are admitted to the class-based upon space availability, their academic record, and Instructor approval. |
| AP African American Studies | AP African American Studies is a full year course designed to be the equivalent of an introductory course in African — Grades: 10-12 |
| AP Government and Politics | The Advanced Placement Government class presents college-level material to students. The purpose of government and the methods government employs — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: United States History with a minimum grade of A and current instructor approval, OR Honors United States History with a minimum grade of A- and current instructor approval, OR AP United States History with a minimum grade of B. |
| AP Human Geography | This course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) minimum of a B- in an AP History class, an B in Honors History and Honors English classes, OR minimum of A- in History and English classes, (2) Instructor approval, and (3) Recommendation by Social Studies teacher and Guidance counselor. |
| AP Modern World History | The course emphasizes the causes and consequences of changes occurring among various societies, emphasizing a global perspective — Grades: 10 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) English 1 with a minimum grade of A OR Honors English 1 with a minimum grade of A-, (2) Instructor approval, and (3) Completion of an after-school, timed essay may be requested by the Social Studies Department. |
| AP Psychology | This course, taught at a college level, is an introduction to the scientific logic, facts, theories, and principles of psychology — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) minimum of a B in AP History classes, an A- in Honors History, Honors Science, and Honors English classes; minimum of A in History, Science, and English classes, (2) Instructor approval, and (3) Recommendation by Social Studies teacher and Guidance counselor. |
| AP US History | This course requires extensive reading in a college level textbook. It covers United States history in detail from colonial time — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: World History with a minimum grade of A, current teacher approval, and completion of an after-school, timed essay, OR Honors World History with a minimum grade of B, current teacher approval, and completion of an after-school, timed essay, or AP World History with a minimum of a B-. |
| Government | The class lays a solid foundation for an understanding of the United States government — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 |
| Honors United States History | This survey course covers United States history in detail from the Pre-Columbian Era to the present day — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: World History with a minimum grade of A-, current instructor approval, and completion of an after-school, timed essay, OR Honors World History with a minimum grade of B and current instructor approval, OR B- in AP World History. |
| Honors World History | The honors course in World History takes a global view of historic processes and contacts between people in different societies — Grades: 10 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) English 1 with a minimum grade of B OR Honors English with a B-; AND a minimum grade of a B- in Biology (2) Instructor approval (3) Completion of an after-school, timed essay may be requested by the Social Studies Department. |
| Intro To Psychology | Introduction to psychology aims to describe and explain how human beings think, feel, and act — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Sociology | In this course, students will be introduced to the sociological study of society — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| US History | This is a survey course spanning the early colonial period to the modern era — Grades: 11 | Credit: 1 |
| World History | The survey course in World History studies selected topics relating to the development of people and cultures throughout the world — Grades: 10 | Credit: 1 |
| Honors Foundations of Engineering | Students study technology and its influence on people throughout history. They learn about design and actively engage in using the — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 |
| Honors Principles of Engineering | Engineers make a world of difference! Students are introduced to the engineering design process — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 |
| LEAD Honors Digital Electronics | Digital Electronics is the foundation of all modern electronic devices, such as cellular phones, MP3 players, laptop computers, digital cameras — Grades: 11-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Concurrent college-prep math and science courses. |
| LEAD Honors Foundations of Engineering | This is the first course in the Engineering byDesign™ curriculum sequence. The course prepares students to understand and apply technological — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) HSPT scores (2) Math/Science course grades (3) Teacher Recommendations (4) Committee approval. |
| LEAD Honors Robotics Engineering | Students build a solid foundation in robotics by building and programming their own robots, gaining and demonstrating knowledge about physics — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) A grade of B- or better in Foundations of Engineering, (2) Instructor approval. |
| LEAD Honors Senior Engineering Capstone | Students work on EPICS (Engineering Projects In Community Service) projects with local community partners as their capstone experience — Grades: 12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) A grade of B or better in Honors Advanced Design Applications, (2) Instructor approval. |
| Computer Science Discoveries | In this course, freshmen will gain hands-on experience with cutting edge technology using laptops and iMacs, to navigate through — Grades: 9 | Credit: 1 | Diploma: Art |
| Honors Computer Science Principles | In this 2nd year computer science course, 10th - 12th grade students will gain hands-on experience with cutting edge technology — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Diploma: Art |
| Personal Finance | In today’s economic climate, it is imperative that students understand financial responsibility — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 0.5 |
| American Sign Language 1 | Full Year This course aims to develop the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 |
| American Sign Language 2 | Full Year The goal of this course ASL II is a continuation of ASL I — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Successful completion of American Sign Language 1 Placement Test |
| American Sign Language 3 | Full Year American Sign Language III builds on skills developed in ASL I and II, with a strong emphasis on — Grades: 11-12 | Prereq: Successful completion of American Sign Language 2 / Placement Test |
| French 1 | Full Year This is an introduction to French language & culture, with an emphasis on grammar, vocabulary and phonetics at a — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Placement Test |
| French 2 | Full Year Following a brief review of first year French, this a continued study of French grammar, vocabulary, phonetics and — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: French 1 or Placement Test |
| Honors French 2 | Full Year Following a brief review of first year French, this a continued study of French grammar, vocabulary, phonetics and — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) French 1 with a minimum of A-, and Instructor approval OR (2) Placement test |
| Honors French 3 | Full Year The third year of French begins with a brief review of second year structures, followed by the introduction — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors French 2 with a minimum B OR French 2 with a minimum of A- (2) Instructor approval. |
| Honors French 4 | Full Year This course follows the themes as set forth by the AP French curriculum — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors French 3 with a minimum of B (2) Instructor approval |
| Honors Spanish 1 | Full Year This course is designed for students who have had some previous learning experience with the Spanish language — Grades: 9-11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Placement Test |
| Honors Spanish 2 | Full Year In this class, it is expected that students have passed the Spanish admission test with an A grade — Grades: 9-10 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Spanish 1 with a minimum of B OR Spanish 1 with a minimum of A- (2) Instructor approval |
| Honors Spanish 3 | Full Year This class is designed for students with previous knowledge of Spanish — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Spanish 2 with a minimum of B OR Spanish 2 with a minimum of A- (2) Instructor approval |
| Honors Spanish 4 | Full Year This class focuses on applying developed speaking, writing, and Interpersonal Communication skills — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Spanish 3 with a minimum of B (2) Instructor approval. Note: Students who have completed Spanish 3 and have demonstrated unwavering commitment and promise may be considered. |
| Honors Spanish 5 | Full Year This class focuses on applying developed speaking, writing, and interpersonal communication skills — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Honors Spanish 4 with a minimum of B+ (2) Instructor approval. Note: Students who have completed Spanish 4 and have demonstrated unwavering commitment and promise may be considered. |
| Spanish 1 | Full Year This class aims to introduce students to the learning of Spanish so that they can develop the four — Grades: 9-11 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: Placement Test |
| Spanish 2 | Full Year This is a continuing course for students who have successfully completed Spanish 1 or have prior language experience — Grades: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Spanish 1 OR Placement Test |
| Spanish 3 | Full Year This course has been designed for students who have excelled in Spanish 2 — Grades: 10-12 | Credit: 1 | Prereq: (1) Spanish 2 with a minimum of B (2) Instructor approval. Or Placement Test Note: Students with a grade of B- who have demonstrated unwavering commitment and promise may be considered. |
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