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A Coherent Approach
The classical curriculum helps students develop a historical understanding of human society through mutually reinforcing subjects. History, Literature, and Religion classes frequently overlap in the eras they cover, the themes they discuss, and the lessons they teach.
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Ninth Grade
Freshmen year focuses on the ancient world and the basic elements of civilization. Here they dive deep into the context of Greek, Jewish, and Roman culture.
- Ancient History
- Ancient Literature
- Scripture
- Latin
- Geometry
- Biology
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Tenth Grade
Sophomore year introduces students to the rich history of the medieval world and prepares them to ascend to higher realms of thought through public speaking, and research projects.
- Medieval History and Literature
- Church History
- Public Speaking
- Latin
- Algebra II
- Chemistry
- Logic
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Eleventh Grade
Junior year opens the students to the great transformation of society and prepares them for the challenges of the modern world.
- Modern History
- British Literature
- Morality & Catholic Social Teaching
- Latin
- Economics
- Pre-calculus
- Anatomy and Physiology
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Twelfth Grade
Senior year prepares our students to step out into the world with confidence.
- American History and Government
- American Literature
- Bioethics and Apologetics
- Philosophy
- Statistics and Probability
- Physics
- Calculus