Course Catalog

No, St. Joan Antida High School does not offer early graduation as an option. We encourage students to make the most of the time they spend at SJA by getting involved in electives, clubs and athletics outside of academic requirements. Students are required to select 8 credits each year.

No, SJA does not offer half-day school as an option. We encourage our students to get the most out of their secondary education by engaging in a robust array of electives, extra-curriculars, athletics, internships and faith service opportunities to further expand their horizons.

When a class is marked "consent of the instructor required," it is the responsibility of the student to obtain any necessary signatures from the teacher that is instructing the class.

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.

English Fundamentals

1.0 Credit

Prerequisites: None

This course focuses on equipping students with the fundamental skills necessary for success in high school writing. The course begins with a focus on grammar and expository writing skills and later incorporates short fiction and nonfiction texts.

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.

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.

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. 

College English

1.0 Credits

Prerequisites: EN 3011 - Advanced English

College English is a dual enrollment course with Mt. Mary. Students do in-depth analysis of speeches, poetry, and Shakespeare in the first semester. The second semester is a comparative study of novels by women. 

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. 

Advanced Fiction Workshop

0.5 credits

Prerequisite: Creative Writing  

Students with previous exposure to fiction writing will have the ability to do more intensive workshopping of longer pieces and fine-tune their skills. 

Literature of Protest

0.5 credits

Prerequisites: EN 5101 & EN 2111

Students with previous exposure to fiction writing will have the ability to do more intensive workshopping of longer pieces and fine-tune their skills. 

Music as Literature

0.5 credits

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing

In this class, students will use their knowledge of literary and poetic devices to analyze music from several genres. 

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.  

Public Speaking

0.5 credits

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing

Upper-level English course designed to help students organize and present research though a speech. A variety of speeches will be given over the course of this class. 

Drama

0.5 credits

Prerequisites: None

This is an English course that is designed to help students better analyze characters and texts, as well as find confidence through performance. 

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.  

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. 

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.  

Calculus 

1.0 credit

Prerequisites: Pre-Calculus

Students will cover the topics of limits and differentiation. Students will be introduced to the basics of calculus throughout this course and develop a familiarity with calculus.

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.  

St. Joan Antida High School will add Advanced Placement Computer Science, which allows students to earn college-credit based on a final exam, in the 2023-2024 school year.

Physics

1.0 Credit

Prerequisites: None

Course Description Coming Soon!

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. 

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.   

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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. 

History of Europe in the Middle Ages

0.5 credit

Prerequisite: World History

This course is a study of various aspects of European history from 500-1500 AD.  Students will look at aspects of culture, warfare, religion, and how this time period has a direct impact on the shaping of the current era. 

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. 

AP Human Geography

1.0 credit

Prerequisite:  World History & Teacher Reccomendation

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.

African Diaspora

0.5 Credit

Prerequisites: SS 1101 & SS 1102 or teacher recomendation 

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.

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. 

Course Description Coming Soon!

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

Course Description Coming Soon!

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

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.

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

Loving and Living a Christian Lifestyle in the 21^st 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?

Art in Faith

0.5 credit

Prerequisite: None

This course examines how various art forms have been influenced by faith and how faith have been reflected in those art forms.  We will explore how to express our faith through these art forms as well as creating art where appropriate.

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.

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? 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ceramics 1

0.5 credits

Prerequisites: Art Foundations

A 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.  

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.

Drawing and Painting 1

0.5 credits

Prerequisites:  Art Foundations 

A 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. 

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.  

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.

Spanish 1

1.0 Credit

Prerequisites: None

Designed for students who have never had a high school Spanish class before. This class focuses on learning basic Spanish, specifically communicating in the present tense. We have units about activities, school, food, and family. 

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. 

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. 

French 2

1.0 Credits
Prerequisites: WL 1501

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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.