Course Catalog
St. Joan Antida High School offers a wide range of course offerings that give our students the opportunity to explore career paths and new skills while building a strong academic foundation in math, science, language, history and theology.
Our Career Pathway program gives young women the opportunity to expand learning opportunities into engineering, business, and healthcare. Find more on the Career Pathway program here.
Academic Information
Graduation Requirements
A minimum of 26 credits and 4 years of full-time attendance is required for graduation from SJA. The following courses are required of all students:
Subject | Credits | Modifiers |
---|---|---|
English | 4.0 | One unit of English each year. |
Mathematics | 3.0 | Must include Algebra & Geometry. |
Science | 3.0 | Must include Biology & Chemistry. |
History | 3.0 | Must include U.S. History. |
Theology | 4.0 | One unit of Theology each year. |
World Language | 1.0 | |
Fine Arts | 1.0 | |
Physical Education | 1.5 | Optimally, students should take one semester each year in Grades 9, 10, 11. |
Health | 0.5 | Optimally, students would take in 10th grade. |
Electives | 5.0 | Required over 4 years of school. |
Advanced Placement Courses (AP)
What is AP?
Advanced Placement courses are classes that are conducted entirely at St. Joan Antida High School by teachers certified to teach AP courses. At the end of the course, students have the opportunity to sit for a college-credit earning exam. Generally, earning a score of 3 or higher on a 1-5 scale will earn college credit at your preferred university.
Nearly all colleges and universities in the United States grant credit and placement for qualifying AP scores.
Starting in the 2022-2023 school year St. Joan Antida High School will add Advanced Placement courses in Human Geography, Psychology and Spanish Literature & Culture.
In the 2023-2024 school year Computer Science will be added as an Advanced Placement Course.
For more information on the Advanced Placement system, please visit the AP website.
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Can students graduate early?
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Courses are selected for the entire school year, unless indicated otherwise. Corrections and/or program adjustments, if possible, are made at the beginning of each semester. Unforeseen programming problems should be brought to the attention of our student services team as early as possible.
Digital Course Catalog
- English Courses
- Mathematics Courses
- Science Courses
- History
- Theology
- Fine Art Courses
- World Languages Courses
- Physical Education Classes
- Career Pathways
English Courses
- EN 1101 — English Fundamentals
- EN 1111— English Survey
- EN 2111 — Comparative Literature and Research Writing
- EN 3011 — Advanced English
- EN 4011 — College English
- EN 5101 — Creative Writing
- EN 5102 — Advanced Fiction Workshop
- EN 5501 — Literature of Protest
- EN 5502 — Music as Literature
- EN 5601 — Black Literature
- EN 5701 — Public Speaking
- EN 5801 — Drama
EN 1101 — English Fundamentals
EN 1111— English Survey
English Survey
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: None (can be taken after English Fundamentals)
English Survey begins with an introductory unit to prepare students for the types of reading, writing, and related skills necessary for success in upper-level English classes. The rest of the course is designed as a literary genre study. During the year, students will study short fiction, poetry, a Shakespearean drama, and a novel. The course’s final unit incorporates both a study of nonfiction writing and work on public speaking skills.
EN 2111 — Comparative Literature and Research Writing
Comparative Literature and Research Writing
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: English Survey or Freshman Level Equivilant
Social Justice Literacy is designed primarily as a thematic study. The course begins with an introduction of social justice topics after which we read a novel on one such topic. The first semester culminates in a major research paper. The second semester of the course includes a Shakespearean drama and a comparative literature unit with two novels.
EN 3011 — Advanced English
Advanced English
1.0 credits
Prerequisites: Must complete EN2111 & have a teacher reccomendation
This course is designed as a world literature course that teaches students to evaluate texts according to their cultural, social, and historical context. A number of different types of texts are covered including novels, a graphic novel, nonfiction, plays, and poetry. This course is a prerequisite for College English, a dual enrollment class with Mount Mary University.
EN 4011 — College English
EN 5101 — Creative Writing
Creative Writing
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing
In this semester long class, you’ll be able to try your hand at poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction. You will then be able to develop a final project based on the type of writing you decide is your strongest. In addition, you’ll get tips from a variety of published authors.
EN 5102 — Advanced Fiction Workshop
EN 5501 — Literature of Protest
EN 5502 — Music as Literature
EN 5601 — Black Literature
Black Literature
0.5 credits
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing
In this semester long course, students will study the literature of authors of African descent throughout the world. We will look at how both traditional African storytelling and colonialism impacted contemporary fiction and poetry. Students will get to be introduced to African American authors who pioneered American literature. Topics on culture, race and history are discussed in class in addition to the Black identity. This course is for everyone to be exposed to American literature for the ages! This is a writing intensive course.
EN 5701 — Public Speaking
EN 5801 — Drama
Mathematics Courses
- MA 0110 — Math Foundations
- MA 1001 — Pre-Algebra
- MA 1101 — Algebra 1
- MA 2201 — Geometry
- MA 3111 — Algebra II & Trigonometry
- MA 3211 — Intro to Computer Science
- MA 3301 — Pre-Calculus
- MA 4301 — Calculus (Independent Study)
- MA 4211 — Statistics
- COMING SOON: AP Computer Science
MA 0110 — Math Foundations
Math Foundations
1.0 Credits
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed for students who will be starting high school, and for current students who need to review the basics of mathematics. It will provide math refresher materials covering a wide range of mathematical concepts together with information about success in college. Topics covered would include fractions, decimals, ratios, integers and the number line, absolute value, converting (fractions/decimals/percents), exponents and square roots.
MA 1001 — Pre-Algebra
Pre-Algebra
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: None
Pre-algebra is a course designed to prepare students for a standard high school algebraic course. Students are introduced to integers, fractions, square roots, step equations, linear equations and decimals and are taught how to solve basic equations using variables.
MA 1101 — Algebra 1
Algebra 1
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: None
Algebra 1 deals with solving the algebraic expressions for a viable answer. In algebra 1, simple variables like x, y, are represented in the form of an equation. Based on the degree of the variable the equations can be categorized into different types, namely linear equations, quadratic equations, cubic equations, and so on.
MA 2201 — Geometry
Geometry
1.0 credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Geometry is one of the oldest branches of mathematics. It is concerned with properties of space that are related with distance, shape, size, and relative position of figures. Application of algebra to geometry essentially involves the use of variables, functions, and equations to represent various known or unknown aspects of geometric figures. To apply algebra in this context, you don't need any new algebra skills, but you do need to have some understanding of geometry and an ability to translate the somewhat abstract ideas of algebra to a more concrete use in geometry.
MA 3111 — Algebra II & Trigonometry
Algebra II & Trigonometry
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: Geometry
This course will cover: Equations & Inequalities, Linear Functions & Systems, Solving Quadratics & Complex Solutions, Conic Sections and Trigonometry. Students will start to delve into the more complex algebra and start building the knowledge base they need to be successful in college math.
MA 3211 — Intro to Computer Science
Introduction to Computer Science
1.0 Credits
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Students will learn how to use the python coding language through a variety of lessons and activities. Students will cover topics ranging from creating shapes to if/then statements, to loops. They will finish the course with a greater understanding of how code tells computers exactly what to do.
MA 3301 — Pre-Calculus
Pre-Calculus
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: Algebra II & Trigonometry
Topics include exponents, functions and logs, and introduction to conic sections, and an introduction to a variety of topics in statistics. Students will start to delve into the building blocks of calculus and get experience in a variety of statistics and start building the knowledge base they need to be successful in college math.
MA 4301 — Calculus (Independent Study)
MA 4211 — Statistics
Statistics
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: Geometry
An introductory course in statistics intended for students in a wide variety of areas of study such as Engineering, Sociology, Business, and Health Sciences. Through group discussion, technology integration, and inquiry, students will acquire skills to analyze everyday statistics and understand how data impacts our perception of the world. Topics discussed include displaying and describing data, the normal curve, regression, probability, statistical inference, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests, with applications in the real world. The use of technology and applications are integral parts of this course and students should have a TI-84 Plus Silver Edition or TI-84 Plus CE calculator is recommended for this course, but is not mandatory.
COMING SOON: AP Computer Science
Science Courses
- SC 1011 — Physics
- SC 1101 — Biology
- SC 2101 — Chemistry
- SC 5101 — Astronomy
- SC 5201 — Forensic Science
- SC 5701 — Food Science
- SC 5401 — Ecology
- SC 5501 — Anatomy & Physiology
SC 1011 — Physics
SC 1101 — Biology
Biology
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: None
Biology is a laboratory-based course designed to introduce students to the science processes, skills, and understandings related to a wide range of biological topics. During this course, students will learn to identify the basic questions and concepts that guide scientific investigation and to design and conduct their own investigations. Important skills to develop in this course include microscopy, graphing & measurement, identification of research questions, making connections and the ability to be a self-directed learner.
SC 2101 — Chemistry
Chemistry
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: Biology and Algebra 1
This course is designed to engage students in a variety of science practices to deepen their understanding of chemistry in their everyday lives. Throughout the course students will perform laboratory experiments and other activities to reinforce their observation, data analysis, modeling and communication skills related to the big ideas of chemistry: structure, properties and interactions of matter.
SC 5101 — Astronomy
Astronomy
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: Biology
Explore your place in the universe by looking to the stars. In this course we will study theories and take a look at how technology has expanded our understanding of the universe. During this course, we will analyze data, create models, and have out of this world experiences. Physics of earth and space phenomena will guide our study.
SC 5201 — Forensic Science
Forensic Science
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: Chemistry
Interested in crime investigation? This course will examine key topics in forensic science while applying scientific processes to forensic analysis. You will learn the basic procedures of crime scene investigation including the analysis of fingerprints, hair and fibers, ballistics, arson, blood spatter, DNA, and footprints. The final course project will be a crime scene scenario for the students to solve.
SC 5701 — Food Science
Food Science
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Chemistry
This course will give students the opportunity to explore the science of food preparation and processing. Labs will compare a variety of food products and explore career opportunities in the food science field. The final lab project will allow the students to solve a food analysis mystery with the skills they have developed. This course would be helpful for careers such as dietician, food inspector or even if you have a family member with special dietary needs.
SC 5401 — Ecology
Ecology
0.5 Credit
Prerequisite: Biology
Ecology is a science that is heavily focused on getting outdoors to collect data and samples that can serve to help us understand the health of an ecosystem. Our “laboratory” will include visits to Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee, Menomonee and KK rivers, and the neighborhood surrounding SJA. We will maintain aquariums and terrariums under different conditions to model nature in a classroom setting. We’ll continue SJAs participation in a regional Testing the Waters program and take part in the annual International Coastal Clean-up held in September each year.
SC 5501 — Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy & Physiology
1.0 Credit
Prerequisite: SC 1101, SC 1102, MA 1101 & MA 1102
This full year course will provide a firm foundation for students considering a career in the medical or veterinary fields. Lectures, laboratories, and group work use models, and dissection of specimens to present the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, nervous, immune, musculoskeletal and integumentary systems. Students also conduct analysis of standard medical test results including ECG, blood work, urinalysis, and blood pressure.
History
- SS 1001 — Milwaukee & Its Region
- SS 1101 — World History
- SS 2101 — United States History
- SS 4011 — History of the Americas
- SS 3113 — History of Europe in the Middle Ages
- SS 5400 — Introduction to Psychology
- SS 5400 — AP Human Geography
- SS 5401 — AP Psychology
- SS 3114 — African Diaspora
SS 1001 — Milwaukee & Its Region
Milwaukee & Its Region
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None
This one semester Course will scaffold base concepts of Geography and local History into an introductory course. As students explore and grow their skill toolbox, we will see students build their ELA skills as well when they conduct a research project into a local figure or event of their choice!
SS 1101 — World History
World History
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: None
This introductory course will survey ancient history, with a strong emphasis on interactions and cultural exchanges through time. Social, political and economic links between the continents and people of the world will be reviewed, along with contrasting religions, culture, and regional expansions. This course traces a chronology of global events from Egypt to the 1800's, de-emphasizing America and the United States. Modern Africa, Asia, and the spread of European ideas and people are covered broadly.
SS 2101 — United States History
United States History
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: World History or Freshman-level equivilant
In this class, students will learn about the history of our nation and discover how we developed into the nation you know today. This course will help students understand how we became who we are today and identify the causes and conflicts that influenced our past to shape our future.
SS 4011 — History of the Americas
History of the Americas
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: United States History
This class will incorporate the American experience (South America, the US, and Latin America) into the picture of modern world history from 1100-1980 AD. Major emphasis will be on Colonization, Civil Rights, and social movements in the Americas post 1945, and development of democracy in the Western Hemisphere. This course will also delve into the resilience of local Beliefs and the Ethnic identities of the modern world.
SS 3113 — History of Europe in the Middle Ages
SS 5400 — Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Psychology
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Biology
In this introductory course, students will be exposed to the study of Human Behavior and Mental Processes. Students will be expected to be familiar with the schools of thought in area, famous theorists in Psychology, and major schools of thought in this area.
SS 5400 — AP Human Geography
AP Human Geography
1.0 credit
Prerequisite: World History & Teacher Reccomendation
SS 5401 — AP Psychology
AP Psychology
1.0 Credits
Prerequisite: Introduction to Psychology or Teacher Recommendation
This is a college-credit earning course. Students will explore the study of human actions, thought processes, and abnormal psychology/mental illness. Students will be expected to be familiar with the schools of thought in the area, famous theorists in Psychology, and the many terms that are included in the AP Psychology exam.
SS 3114 — African Diaspora
Theology
- REL 1110 — Introduction to Theology
- REL 1111 — Faith Formation
- REL 1112 — Hebrew Scriptures
- REL 2101 — Introduction to Scripture
- REL 2111 — Christian Scriptures
- REL 3101 — Morality
- REL 3112 — Religions of the World
- REL 4102 — Social Justice & Catholic Social Teaching
- REL 4101 — Christian Lifestyle
- REL 5100 — Art in Faith
- REL 5102 — Faith in Fiction and Film
- REL 5200 — Death to Life
- REL 5300 — Women of the Bible
REL 1110 — Introduction to Theology
Intro to Theology
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: None
Students explore specific and vital ways to answer God’s call to growth in maturity. It looks at the questions and concerns of young adolescents regarding growth in faith and a belief in God. The students are helped to deal with the many changing emotions they experience at this time of their lives. An emphasis on character, responsibility and freedom are connected to how one is helped through the teachings and practices of Jesus and the Church. The course is designed to better understand God’s revelation in each individual’s life and explores beliefs and practices at the heart of Christianity. Christian theology from the perspective or the lens of Catholic teaching. At the same time, it encourages students to get a deeper understanding of their own faith tradition in dialogue with Catholic Christian thought. This class enables students to consider what it means to be a Christian and helps them integrate a sense of their own identity as believing Christians.
REL 1111 — Faith Formation
Faith Formation
BLANK Credit
Prerequisites: None
Students explore specific and vital ways to answer God’s call to growth in maturity. It looks at the questions and concerns of young adolescents regarding growth in faith and a belief in God. The students are helped to deal with the many changing emotions they experience at this time of their lives. An emphasis on character, responsibility and freedom are connected to how one is helped through the teachings and practices of Jesus and the Church. The course is designed to better understand God’s revelation in each individual’s life and explores beliefs and practices at the heart of Christianity. Christian theology from the perspective or the lens of Catholic teaching. At the same time, it encourages students to get a deeper understanding of their own faith tradition in dialogue with Catholic Christian thought. This class enables students to consider what it means to be a Christian and helps them integrate a sense of their own identity as believing Christians.
REL 1112 — Hebrew Scriptures
REL 2101 — Introduction to Scripture
Introduction to Scripture
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: None
The goal of this course is for the student to learn about Scripture. Fall semester concentrates on Hebrew Scripture (Old Testament) The objective is to help students explore Hebrew Scripture, as a record of the people’s experience of God’s revelation to them. The Spring Semester continues the study of Salvation History as revealed in Christian Scripture – (New Testament). The objective is help students explore Christian Scripture; to understand its historical context; the connection with the Hebrew Scripture and the role of evangelists in creating and editing their Gospels. Students will explore how each Gospel portrays Jesus in a unique way. They will learn about the incarnation, the life, the message and call of Jesus. Students will reflect on its meaning in their own lives and what it means to live a Christian life. In order to explore the themes in depth, students will learn about and how to use Biblical Criticism.
Note: This course is a departmental requirement for graduation
REL 2111 — Christian Scriptures
REL 3101 — Morality
Morality
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: None
This course is all about what it means to become morally mature. The class will look at Christian moral principles using the Bible and Church teachings as a basis. The class will focus on the development of virtue and character. The class also seeks to explore how values, conscience, and attitudes are formed and to develop critical thinking about what society and today’s culture suggests regarding moral principles. This class encourages discussion as well as self-reflection.
Note: This course is a departmental requirement for graduation
REL 3112 — Religions of the World
Religions of the World
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None
This survey course seeks to introduce an international awareness and understanding of religious traditions and teachings in the following religions: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. Students will understand the religious and spiritual beliefs of these religions and develop a global understanding and appreciation of how religion orders and affects people’s lives. Projects will be designed that help students understand their own faith and religious traditions in comparison to other religions practices.
REL 4102 — Social Justice & Catholic Social Teaching
Social Justice & Catholic Social Teaching
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: None
This course looks at the Church’s teaching on Social Justice based on the Gospel Values. It begins with the basic understanding of our human dignity which comes from the fact that we each are created in the image and likeness of God. It explores the teaching key themes: Respect for Life. Family and Community; Rights and Responsibilities, Option for the Poor; Dignity of Work and Workers; Solidarity and Stewardship of the Earth. Social Justice approaches areas in today's society that are not consistent with the biblical idea of justice and the Gospel values. This study will explore alternative ways to oppressive or unjust situations. It will explore what our responsibility is; and what positive actions we can take to promote justice. The class will promote study and discussion on these topics. Students will be encouraged to be sure they have accurate information and have an understanding of the broader issues involved. Student outreach planning and project(s) are required.
Note: This course is a departmental requirement for graduation
REL 4101 — Christian Lifestyle
Loving and Living a Christian Lifestyle in the 21st Century
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None
In this course, we will explore living a Christian Lifestyle. What is a lifestyle? What goes into making or choosing a lifestyle? What is a healthy lifestyle? Is it something you choose or something that just happens to you? What makes up a lifestyle? We will explore issues of vocation, friendship and relationship, sexuality, community, spirituality and prayer; discernment, identity, personal power, the Dignity of Work: communication; empowerment; having a Philosophy of Life; lifelong learning; – Where does money fit in? What does it mean to be fully alive? What is the difference between freedom and license? What does it mean to live a life in Christ?
REL 5100 — Art in Faith
REL 5102 — Faith in Fiction and Film
Faith in Fiction and Film
0.5 Credits
Prerequisites: None
This course will explore filmmaking techniques and how cinematographers use music, angles, lighting, and casting to help shape the way we look at people and ideas in film to help build our faith. We will view faith-based films and read faith-based novels to learn these techniques which will also help us to build our faith.
REL 5200 — Death to Life
Death to Life
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None
Guided by Church teachings about life after death, this course seeks to unveil the mystery behind the afterlife and to take a deeper look into God’s promise of eternal life. We will explore how our own experiences of death have affected how we view both living and dying. With a heavy focus on personal reflection, we encounter the question: How does one live a life that prepares us for the realities of death?
REL 5300 — Women of the Bible
Women of the Bible
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None
Women of the Bible will explore the lives of the women who persevered to help develop and shape the faith that we celebrate today. We will look at some of the popular stories from the point of view of the women as well as looking at stories featuring women of the scriptures to learn the lessons that will help us to become the strong, powerful, faith filled women that they showed us how to be.
Fine Art Courses
- AR 1101 — Art Foundations
- AR 2101 — Choir
- AR 3101 — Community Arts
- AR 5100 — Printmaking & Mixed Media Art 1
- AR 5102 — Printmaking & Mixed Media Art 2
- AR 5201— Ceramics 1
- AR 5202 — Ceramics 2
- AR 5301 — Drawing & Painting 1
- AR 5302 — Drawing & Painting 2
- AR 3000 — Senior Exhibition
AR 1101 — Art Foundations
Art Foundations
0.5 credits
Prerequisites: None
A basic visual arts course concentrating on the Seven Elements of Art. This course is required before admittance into any Visual Art class.
This course includes all mediums involved in: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, & Ceramics.
Students will sample a variety of techniques as they learn to develop their own style in creating art.
AR 2101 — Choir
Choir
0.5 Credits
Prerequisites: none
Students will learn to be confident in their singing voice and be able to demonstrate proper vocal techniques. In this course, we will learn how read music, including note reading, rhythms, key and time signatures, etc. Students will be exposed to choral elements, such as ensemble singing, blend, and vocal techniques. Students will sing and perform a variety of music in both formal and informal situations.
AR 3101 — Community Arts
Community Arts
0.5 Credits
Prerequisites: Art Foundations
This course is designed around a celebration of how artists engage in their communities. We will study muralists, community advocates, community arts centers and beyond. This course allows students to collaborate with their peers and community members to create works of art that have positive impacts on their communities.
AR 5100 — Printmaking & Mixed Media Art 1
Printmaking & Mixed Media Art 1
0.5 credits
Prerequisites: Art Foundations
A second-level visual arts course exploring a variety of printmaking techniques with a heavy focus on relief printing. Students will learn the many uses printmaking may serve in a visual art setting. Students will experiment with different printing surfaces such as paper, fabric, fibers, and tile. Students will experiment with mixed materials when creating their works. We will examine digital art, collage, painting, drawing, textile, embroidery, and recycled materials.
AR 5102 — Printmaking & Mixed Media Art 2
Printmaking & Mixed Media Art 2
0.5 credits
Prerequisites: Printmaking & Mixed Media 1
Part TWO of second-level visual arts course exploring a variety of printmaking techniques with a heavy focus on relief printing. Students will learn the many uses printmaking may serve in a visual art setting. Students will experiment with different printing surfaces such as paper, fabric, fibers, and tile. Students will experiment with mixed materials when creating their works. We will examine digital art, collage, painting, drawing, textile, embroidery, and recycled materials.
AR 5201— Ceramics 1
AR 5202 — Ceramics 2
Ceramics 2
0.5 credits
Prerequisites: Ceramics 1
Part TWO of the second-level visual arts course where students create hand-built pottery and sculpted forms. Students will experiment with surface textures, glazes, paints, and other mediums to finish their pieces. Students will also have the opportunity to experiment with the electric potter’s wheel to create vessel forms.
AR 5301 — Drawing & Painting 1
AR 5302 — Drawing & Painting 2
Drawing and Painting 2
0.5 credits
Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting 1
Part TWO of the second-level visual arts course concentrating on drawing and painting skills through a variety of themes and styles. This course explores many mediums including ink, charcoal, ebony pencil, pastel, watercolor, and acrylic paint.
AR 3000 — Senior Exhibition
Senior Exhibition
1.0 Credits
Prerequisites: Art Foundations, one art elective and senior standing.
This course is offered to Seniors who would like to create a visual portfolio for personal and academic goals. Students will work on developing a personal portfolio full of chosen media and subject to possibly submit for college application or gallery exhibition. Students will curate and participate in a Spring Art Show to exhibit their personal work.
World Languages Courses
- WL 1011 — Spanish 1
- WL 2011 — Spanish 2
- WL 1501 — French 1
- WL 1511 — French 2
- WL 2301 — Heritage Spanish 1
- WL 3302 — Heritage Spanish 2
- WL 5301 — AP Spanish Literature & Culture
WL 1011 — Spanish 1
WL 2011 — Spanish 2
Spanish 2
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: Spanish 1
Designed for students who have had at least 1 year of Spanish in high school, or who speak Spanish at home but are not strong in writing. This class focuses on increasing vocabulary and learning about the past tense. We have units about travel and vacations, sports and health, shopping, legends, and history.
WL 1501 — French 1
French 1
1.0 Credits
Prerequisites: none
French 1 is designed for students who have never taken French as a foreign language before. This class will focus on learning the basics of the language as well as some elements of French culture. There will also be a brief geography component to highlight the various Francophone countries in the world. This class will focus on verbal communication as well as listening comprehension. Writing will be introduced little by little as we learn more vocabulary and grammar. Our units will cover greetings, activities, school, food, and family.
WL 1511 — French 2
WL 2301 — Heritage Spanish 1
Heritage Spanish 1
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: This course is designed for students who come from Spanish-speaking family backgrounds and already have some knowledge of Spanish.
The purpose of this course is to further develop students’ verbal and written abilities, and to increase knowledge of grammatical structures and achieve communicative competence. This course offers Spanish heritage speakers many benefits such as the opportunity to study Spanish in an academic setting in the same way that native English-speakers study English. Students will polish both oral and written language skills while they learn more about language and their cultural heritage.
WL 3302 — Heritage Spanish 2
Heritage Spanish 2
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: Heritage Spanish 1
The purpose of this course is to further develop students’ verbal and written abilities, and to increase knowledge of grammatical structures and achieve communicative competence. This course offers Spanish heritage speakers many benefits such as the opportunity to study Spanish in an academic setting in the same way that native English-speakers study English. Students will polish both oral and written language skills while they learn more about language and their cultural heritage.
WL 5301 — AP Spanish Literature & Culture
AP Spanish Literature & Culture
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: Heritage Spanish 1 & 2
This is a college credit-earning course. The AP Spanish Literature and Culture course uses a thematic approach to introduce students to representative texts (short stories, novels, poetry, plays, and essays) from Peninsular Spanish, Latin American, and U.S. Hispanic literature. Students develop proficiencies across the three modes of communication (interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational). The course also includes a strong focus on cultural, artistic, and linguistic connections and comparisons, which is supported by the exploration of various media (art, music, film, articles, and literary criticism).
Physical Education Classes
- PE 1011 — Exercise, Fitness & Wellness
- PE 1012 — Sports & Games
- PE 5100 — Strength Training & Conditioning
- HL 1101 — Healthy Living
PE 1011 — Exercise, Fitness & Wellness
Exercise, Fitness, and Wellness
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: None
This SJA Physical Education course offers the opportunity for the students to become knowledgeable and participate in a variety of activities which are Fitness-based. Units of instruction will include personal fitness, strength training, cardiovascular training, flexibility, relaxation, and introduction to SJA’s Weight Training and Conditioning areas for cardio and strength training machines and stations. Topics also introduced in class will focus on basic nutrition, including nutrients needed by the body. This class helps students understand the importance of physical activity in their daily lives, how to create their own activity programs, and introduces concepts of exercise, fitness, and personal improvement both physically, as well as mentally.
PE 1012 — Sports & Games
Sports and Games Activity
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: None
This Physical Education course will be a “General Physical Education class” which consists of traditional physical education activity units. The focus in these units will include, but are not limited to: Badminton, Basketball, Floor Hockey, Flag Football, Pickleball, Schoolyard games, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, and Walking/Jogging. The daily schedule for the Sports and Games class includes lectures, aerobic activities involving the team sports, drills, games, and/or work-out videos, as well as strength and flexibility training for muscular improvement.
PE 5100 — Strength Training & Conditioning
Strength Training and Conditioning
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: One previous semester of Physical Education class.
This SJA Physical Education course on Strength and Conditioning offers the opportunity for the students to learn and become aware of their own muscular development, strength, flexibility, physical conditioning, as well as the proper diet and nutrition needed for young women. Basic weightlifting theory and techniques will be covered. Students will be required to participate in comprehensive strength training and conditioning workout programs and the girls will even learn to develop their own personal workout and fitness program(s). Ultimately, this SJA Physical Education course is designed for the female student who is more interested in, and more serious about learning and improving their own use of and knowledge of Strength Training.
HL 1101 — Healthy Living
Healthy Living
0.5 Credits
Prerequisites: None
This course encourages students to make responsible, respectful, informed, and capable decisions about topics that affect the wellbeing of themselves and others. It focuses on developing skills, habits, and attitudes to maintain a healthy lifestyle and applying lessons learned to physical fitness, mental wellness, and social health. Through active participation and real-world simulations, the course aims to demonstrate firsthand the value of contentious lifestyle management
Note: This course is a requirement for graduation
Career Pathways
CP 1101 — Engage Hour: Career Seminar
Engage Seminar
0.5 Credits
Prerequisites: None
Make a difference in our school and community by creating and executing a project that will make things better! Explore various careers to help you with planning your educational future! Students will apply the stages of the design thinking process to a problem or question that needs to be addressed in our school or our community. Students will also work in small groups researching and presenting various career fields.
NOTE: This is a required course for all freshwomen.
Engineering Pathway
- PLTW 2001 — Engineering Essentials
- PLTW 3001 — Digital Electronics
- PLTW 4101 — Engineering Design & Development
- CP 3032 — Internship Program
PLTW 2001 — Engineering Essentials
Engineering Essentials
1.0 credit
Prerequisites: None
Learn how you can improve the world with Engineering Essentials! Explore how engineers make a difference and improve lives, while using modern engineering tools, such as geographic information systems, 3-D solid modeling software, and prototyping equipment. Work on your own and as part of a team to develop solutions to community and global challenges that the next generation of engineers will face.
PLTW 3001 — Digital Electronics
Digital Electronics
1.0 credit
Prerequisite: Engineering Essentials
PLTW 4101 — Engineering Design & Development
Engineering Design and Development
1.0 credit
Prerequisite: Digital Electronics
The knowledge and skills students acquire throughout PLTW Engineering come together in this capstone course as they identify an issue and then research, design, and test a solution, ultimately presenting their solution to a panel of engineers. Students apply the professional skills they have developed to document a design process to standards, ready to take on any post-secondary program or career.
CP 3032 — Internship Program
Internship Program
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: Senior standing only
The internship process requires an application by the prospective intern and interview by SJA faculty and administration. Students accepted into the program will be placed at a local employer that matches the students career interests.
Business Pathway
- BUS 2101 — Intro to Business
- BUS 3101 — Intro to Marketing
- BUS 3102 — Intro to Accounting
- BUS 4101 — Entrepreneurship Capstone
- CP 3032 — Internship Program
BUS 2101 — Intro to Business
Introduction to Business
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: none
Learn how to earn money, save money, invest money and make money off of your money! Discover how businesses are designed and run, become a smarter consumer and investor, and create your own business plan. Students will research and explore the pillars of business: Organizational Structure, Human Resources, Accounting/Finance, Marketing/Sales and Operations.
BUS 3101 — Intro to Marketing
Introduction to Marketing
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: Intro to Business
This class will help students gain insight as to why consumers purchase certain products (and why they don’t), and make you a savvier consumer and business person. Students will research and explore the major components of how a company conveys the value of its product and compels consumers to purchase. Students will run their own company’s marketing department and apply market research, the 4 P’s, market research and advertising to their product.
BUS 3102 — Intro to Accounting
Intro to Accounting
0.5 credit
Prerequisites: Intro to Business
The concepts of accounting are essential to the success of a company- if you are not profitable you will go out of business. This class will also apply the concepts of accounting to your personal finance habits and goals- helping you make a plan for building your own wealth! Students will gain an understanding of how businesses plan and manage their money, ensuring the success of their business. Students will create their own businesses and apply the concepts of income statements, balance sheets, break even analysis, cash flow statements, depreciation, and t-accounts.
BUS 4101 — Entrepreneurship Capstone
CP 3032 — Internship Program
Internship Program
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: Senior standing only
The internship process requires an application by the prospective intern and interview by SJA faculty and administration. Students accepted into the program will be placed at a local employer that matches the students career interests.
Healthcare Pathway
- SC 5601 — Healthcare Basics
- SC 5801 — Healthcare Pathway Capstone
- SC 5501 — Anatomy & Physiology
- CP 3032 — Internship Program
SC 5601 — Healthcare Basics
Health Care Basics
0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Biology (can be taken concurrently)
During this course students will gain knowledge and experience in key skills relevant within healthcare settings, workplaces, and our personal lives. Students will become first aid and CPR certified, learn how to use automated external defibrillators (AED), identify and minimize risks associated infections transmitted by blood and airborne pathogens (viruses and bacteria), and universal isolation precautions used in healthcare systems when working potentially infectious body fluids.
SC 5801 — Healthcare Pathway Capstone
Healthcare Pathway Capstone
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: Senior standing only
The knowledge and skills students acquire throughout their pathway courses come together in this capstone course as they identify an issue in their field and then research, design, and test a solution, ultimately presenting their solution to a panel of professionals.
SC 5501 — Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy & Physiology
1.0 Credit
Prerequsites: Biology & Healthcare Basics
This full year course will provide a firm foundation for students considering a career in the medical or veterinary fields. Lectures, laboratories, and group work use models, and dissection of specimens to present the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, nervous, immune, musculoskeletal and integumentary systems. Students also conduct analysis of standard medical test results including ECG, blood work, urinalysis, and blood pressure.
CP 3032 — Internship Program
Internship Program
1.0 Credit
Prerequisites: Senior standing only
The internship process requires an application by the prospective intern and interview by SJA faculty and administration. Students accepted into the program will be placed at a local employer that matches the students career interests.