Class

Teacher

Course Description

AP Statistics

Mrs Zook

Most college degrees require a Statistics course. A score of 3, 4, or 5 on the AP Statistics exam may allow students to waive/get credit for this college course. In this course students will be studying the use of graphical and numerical techniques to study patterns and departures from patterns. They will also collect data according to a well-developed plan so valid information can obtained. The student will also Anticipate what the distribution of data should look like under a given model, and use graphing calculator and other technology for projects and papers.

AP U.S History 

Mr Bernard

The course covers the span of American History from the discovery of America up to the present time. The history of the nation will be examined from a sociological, political, economic,and foreign affairs viewpoint. Major topics covered will be: Colonial Development, America's War of Independence, Constitution and New Republic, Early Federal Period, Economic Expansion, Westward Expansion, Sectionalism, Civil War Era, World War I, Depression of the 1930's, World War II, Post World War II, Vietnam and Nixon, and Issues throught the 20^th century.

Advanced Biology

Mrs Schmechel

Advanced Biology will cover a detailed look into the life on are earth. Such as plants, birds, reptiles, and mammals and their kingdom in which they live in.

Advanced P.E.

Mrs Olson

Algebra 1--6th

Algebra 1--7th

Mrs. Merja

Algebra is a course which utilizes all the arithmetic skills encountered in grade school to introduce the students to the development of an abstract system. Rather than deal with specific values (21 + 35 = 56) the students deal with variable relations (3x + 5x = 56.) After reviewing the fundamental operations with whole numbers and integers, students are introduced to the rational and real number system. The course also concerns itself with manipulating polynomial, radical and rational expressions, solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, graphing, and implementation of the above concepts in solving practical application problems.

Algebra 2-7th Period  

Mr Mehlhoff

Second year Algebra will review many topics introduced in the first course and pursue them in greater detail. The greater emphasis on the use of coordinate Geometry and function components the development of the logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their related properties.

Algebra 2-4th Period

Mr Mehlhoff

Second year Algebra will review many topics introduced in the first course and pursue them in greater detail. The greater emphasis on the use of coordinate Geometry and function components the development of the logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their related properties.

Algebra 3 (Pre-Calc)

Mrs. Merja

Often taken as a senior, this course reviews concepts from Algebra and Algebra 2, takes them deeper, and moves beyond.  The first unit covers relations, functions, and graphs using algebraic methods, matrices and technology.  Unit two is trigonometry and builds on the skills and knowledge gained in Algebra 2 and Geometry.  Also included are vectors and parametric equations.  The third unit covers advanced functions and includes polar coordinates and conics.  Discrete Mathematics, the fourth unit, covers sequences and series, probability, and statistics.  The final unit is an introduction to calculus.

Art 1

Ms Russ

For students with little or no backgound in art.

Art 2

Ms Russ

Art 2 students are expected have serious interest in art, be able to work independently at times and be concerned about producing quality works.

Band consists of all freshman band students with some or little band experience. Scales and slight reading will be one main emphasis. This year performance techniques consist of jazz and madrigal music and big band style.

Biology I-Section1

Mrs Schmechel

Biology will cover the major areas of the living world. Simple plants, advanced plants and animals. Special emphasis will be placed on the study of the cell, genetics, reproduction, and mammalian systems.

Biology I Section 2

Mrs Schmechel

Biology will cover the major areas of the living world. Simple plants, advanced plants and animals. Special emphasis will be placed on the study of the cell, genetics, reproduction, and mammalian systems.

Business Communications

Mrs Zook

In Business Communications, student will learn about methods to facilitate effective communication in organizations and in all relationships. Students compete in Speech and Debate competitions and State competitions if applicable.

Mrs Zook

Business Math

Mrs. Merja

In Business Math, students will learn about gross and net income, checking and savings accounts, cash purchases verses charge accounts and credit cards, loans, automobile transportation, housing costs, insurance and investments, budgeting, and filling out tax forms.  Fundamental math skills and calculator skills are mixed in throughout the course.

Chemistry  

Mr Mehlhoff

Chemistry is the study of the structure of matter, its properties and reaction, atomic theory and structure, periodic properties, ionic and covalent bonding, nuclear chemistry, energy, chemical change and a brief introduction to quantitative analysis; one of the major purposes of the class is to show how these concepts relate to the world around us. Laboratory experiments will be used to support lecture materials.

Choir consists of all freshman choir students and band students who want to sing. Freshman choir emphasizes music, theory, history, and sight singing. Participation in solo ensemble district music festival is encouraged. Performance styles consist of pop, classical. Jazz, and medieval learned though out the 2006-07 school year.

Computer Literacy

Mrs Zook

In computer literacy, students will learn apppropriate technology skills in a relevant context; to develop an understanding of the role and development of Catholic Education in Central Montana.

Mrs Zook

 In this course students will create and maintain still, video, and web-based products. They will maintain and add to the school website, create the yearbook, and create other documents to meet school and community needs.

Ms Russ

Addresses in depth experiences in a variety of media and techniques applying to painting.

Earth Science--1st

Mrs Schmechel

This course is a study of the Earth and the universe around it. A unit on introductory chemistry is included. Topics specific to earth science include earth materials, earth processes (weathering and erosion) map reading, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.

Earth Science--7th

Mrs Schmechel

This course is a study of the Earth and the universe around it. A unit on introductory chemistry is included. Topics specific to earth science include earth materials, earth processes (weathering and erosion) map reading, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.

English 1-A

English 1-B

Mr Powers

The freshman English class is very well set up. The first half of the year is set up to teach grammar and writing skills, and review structure and mechanics in a very manageable way. The grammar reviews expand into paragraph and essay construction, as well as creative writing. The Six Traits of Writing are utilized in all assignments. Novels, poetry, short stories, and drama are the basis for literature development and composition. Vocabulary, research activities, and oral presentations are incorporated into classroom studies. Independent reading is a required portion of the curriculum. The second semester is a literature unit. Students will study literature selections including: Romeo and Juliet and The Odyssey. All together, this course is a creative way to teach 9^th graders the fundamentals of writing.

English 2-A

English 2-B

Mr Powers

This course will develop vocabulary, grammar, and composition skills. Various types of paragraph development will be introduced and utilized. Included in composition study is the expansion of research techniques. Formal speech strategies are taught throughout the year. Independent reading is required. Literary tecniques revolve around short stories, plays, and novel studies.

English 3-A

English 3-B

Mr Powers

This course reviews grammar and mechanics usage. The different techniques of paragraph development are reviewed, and the various strategies of multi-paragraph composition development are stressed. The writing tecniques are more advanced because introductory and concluding paragraphs are emphasized in addition to transitional expressions. A survey of American Literature emphasizes understanding of present America in terms of her past. Independent reading is a part of the curriculum. Authors from a variety of backgrounds are included in the study of American literature.

Mr Powers

Students will read and evaluate a wide variety of poetry, essays, drama, and fiction chosen from English and worlds literature. Composition will be integrated with literature, viewing, and speaking activities. Students will improve their writing skills through practicing the writing process and completing a research project. Other writing experiences include personal, literature- based essays, and technical writing.

Freshman Health/Physical Education

Mrs Olson

Health is taught on an every other day basis. The health curriculum seeks to educate the student regarding the importance of a healthy lifestyle. The health curriculum incorporates the phyiscal, mental, and emotional aspects of a wellness model in presenting a variety of health related topics. Students are faced with important health issues, critical thinking skills, and responsible decisions making. Topics will include personal saftey and accident prevention, basic first aid, maintenance and nutrition, chemical awareness and self esteem, suicide, family health, relationships, violence, reproduction and heredity, pregnancy and brith, STD's and AIDS.
PE is taught on an every other day basis. freshmen boys and girl will be introduced to a variety of activities throughtout the year. Emphasis will be place on participation and the development of basic skills. The main goal is to improve the health system, fexibility, endurance, strength, and percent of body fat.

Geometry

Mrs. Merja

This course provides students one of the best observations of the development of a structured mathematical system. By starting with a set of terms and a few accepted facts, a complete, logical set of relations is unfolded about points, lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, and other polygonal regions. The student will become familiar with both the deductive process and the indirect proof method. These provide a person with a fundamental problem solving approach and open the door to more critical thinking. While the main emphasis will be on Plane Geometry, it does include the study of some Solid Geometry.

Guitar

Mrs. Voss

Basic Marketing

Mrs. Zook

In Marketing 1, students will learn the basic principles of marketing through the development of a basic marketing plan.  They will develop an idea for a product/service and use that idea for the plan--including creation of a model or images of the product/service.

Advanced Marketing

Mrs. Zook

Students will increase their understanding of basic marketing principles by looking more in depth at real-world cases and analyzing how they have/should created their Marketing Mix.

Mrs. Zook

Personal Finance

Mrs Zook

In Personal Finance, students will be able to make informed decisions, based on Christian principles, about finacial aspects in life; understand the basic processes of finacial institutions and market forces; be able to establish a personal finacial plan including career goals, savings, investing, takes, and purchases.

Physics

Mrs Schmechel

This course makes use of mathematical applications to mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, and magnetism. Lab work is extensive.

Pre Algebra

Mr Mehlhoff

Mrs Zook

Psychology

Ms Russ

This class may be taken as a one or two semester class during your Juniors or Senior year. Emphasis of the class is a greater understanding psychology. Psychology is under Social Studies for the state of Montana so we will be exploring psychology with an empties on the social aspects rather then the scientific. In class we will explore broad concepts and vocabulary of psychology. We will also read and discuss updated outside sources. My goal is to give students entering college a base line to taking a psychology class.

Ms Malby

Sophomore Religion (RS2) 

(RS3)

Ms Malby

Junior Religion (RS1) 

Ms Malby

Senior Religion (RS6)

Ms Malby

Christian Lifestyle emphasizes the choosing of a vocation. The course carries themes that are common to single life, marriage, religious life, and the priesthood. It is directed toward the future, both the immediate and the distant future. The design of the course is to challenge youth to shape a future that is hopeful healthy and full. It is believed that the Christian lifestyle is the optimal way to grow and to be fully alive. Activities built into the curriculum are helpful for discussion, reflection and journal writing. Speakers will be contacted and brought into the class to share with the students their understanding of their vocations. Required reading will be part of the course.

Sculpture

Ms Russ

For students with strong interest and ability in three dimensional design.

Spanish 1--1st

Spanish 1--3rd

Mr Kralj

Students in the first level of Spanish will work on introductory communications skills in all four areas of language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will be expected to learn vocabulary and basic Spanish grammatical structures. By the end of the year, they should be able to talk and write in simple language about themselves, their activities in school, hobbies, families, and their likes and dislikes in food, clothes, and movies/TV. Students will also begin to learn about the geography and cultures of Spanish speaking countries so that they might come to an appreciation of the people whose language they are studying.

Spanish 2--2nd

Spanish 2--4th

Mr Kralj

This level reviews and expands the communication skills introduced in Spanish 1. More emphasis will be placed on the structure of the language to enable students to use language in a creative, self-determined manner. Students will continue their study of the culture through the use of reading, music, and art.

Spanish 3

Mr Kralj

Students refine their communication skills in Spanish through a more advanced study and review of grammar and vocabulary. The emphasis is on oral communication in real-life situations. More emphasis in reading comprehension is found in literary selections from original works in Spanish and/or novels adapted for a third year class.

Spanish 4

Mr Kralj

Students polish their communication skills in Spanish through an emphasis on composition and reading selections. Students continue advanced study and review of grammar and vocabulary. The literature is geared towards the level of understanding and interest of the class.

Sophomore Physical Education

Mrs Olson

This course will be taught on an every day basis. Various activities are taught during the semester with emphasis on skill development, knowledge of rules and regulations of activities, game strategies, and the courtesy involved in each activity. Activities emphasize lifetime sports on a recreational rather than competitive basis.

U.S.Government per2

Mr

Bernard

Government is designed to help seniors understand the working of all levels of government. It contains units covering the foundation of American government, the Constitution, interest groups, political parties and national government structures. Related topics will include current political events and some information about comparative political systems.

U.S Government per 4

Mr Bernard

Government is designed to help seniors understand the working of all levels of government. It contains units covering the foundation of American government, the Constitution, interest groups, political parties and national government structures. Related topics will include current political events and some information about comparative political systems.

This course will cover Historical events in American history beginning with Colonial America and concluding with recent history. Major topics will include America's British colonial experience, the Revolution, Writing of the Constitution, Western Expansion, the Civil War and Reconstruction, the American West, Industrialization, America's emergence as a World Power, World War I, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Turbulent 60's, Vietnam, and Recent Historical Political Issues.

Weight Training

Mrs Olson

Physical conditioning will be stressed during the class. Students can  expect to lift weights thoughout the course and condition on a regular basis.

World History per 1

Mr Bernard

This course will include a survey of the following areas of study. The rise of Western Civilization, the Middle Ages, Civilizations beyond Europe, transitions to modern times, Revolution and Nationalism in the Western World, Medieval History, Ancient History, Anthropology, Political and Econimic History, and the Age of Imperialism. Reading comprehension, writing and thinking skills are stressed.

World History per 7

Mr Bernard

This course will include a survey of the following areas of study. The rise of Western Civilization, the Middle Ages, Civilizations beyond Europe, transitions to modern times, Revolution and Nationalism in the Western World, Medieval History, Ancient History, Anthropology, Political and Economic History, and the Age of Imperialism. Reading comprehension, writing and thinking skills are stressed.