Curriculum

The Jesuit curriculum is designed for students to be challenged and successful. With a 9:1 student-teacher ratio and 67% of teaching faculty holding an advanced degree, students are provided a four-year curriculum that is grounded in the classical Jesuit tradition of excellence, introspection, and intellectual challenge. Students are required to earn 26.5 credits with a minimum of four credits in Math, English, Theology, Science, and Social Studies; three credits in Language; and one credit in Computer Science, Physical Education/Health, and Fine Arts.

Course Catalog

Departments & Courses

English

The English Department seeks to inspire students’ intellectual curiosity, to guide them toward a deeper understanding of the human condition, and to help them develop their own critical voice.

Offered Courses

English 1, 2, 3
Honors English 1, 2
AP Literature and Composition*
AP Language and Composition
English 4 Non-Fiction*
English 4 World Literature*
English 4 Modern American Literature*
Honors English Seminar

*Dual Credit Courses

Language

The Language Department prepares learners to communicate, explore and connect across cultures, as we accompany them in developing lifelong curiosity and appreciation for other languages and cultures. Students will become global citizens by acquiring knowledge, awareness, and empathy that allows them to embody Jesuit’s principles of service and social justice.

Offered Courses

Latin 1, 2, 3, 4
Honors Latin 2, 3, 4
Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4
Honors Spanish 2, 3*, 4
AP Spanish Language
Spanish Heritage Learner
French 1, 2, 3
Honors French 2, 3
Honors Advanced French
AP French
Mandarin 1, 2, 3
Honors Mandarin 2, 3, 4

*Dual Credit Courses

Mathematics

The Mathematics Department aims to inspire students with wonder and curiosity for Mathematics, the language of the created universe, and equip them to critically investigate and effectively respond to the needs and challenges of our global community.

Offered Courses

Algebra 1, 2
Honors Algebra
Geometry
Honors Geometry
Honors Algebra 2/Trigonometry
Statistics
AP Statistics
Precalculus
Honors Precalculus
Calculus
AP AB Calculus
AP BC Calculus
Multivariable Calculus

Science

The Science Department aims to empower students to use knowledge gained from the scientific process to make decisions that will positively transform themselves and the world around them.

NASA HUNCH Program

Each year, Engineering: Design Process students participate in the NASA HUNCH program which aims to promote 21st century skills while providing an opportunity to launch careers through the participation in the design and fabrication of real-world valued products for NASA. Jesuit has the honor of being named a national finalists for multiple consecutive years.

Offered Courses

Biology
Honors Biology
AP Biology
Microbiology
Chemistry
Honors Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Physics
AP Physics 1, 2
AP Physics C Mechanics
AP Physics C Electromagnetism
Anatomy & Physiology
Forensic Science
Engineering: Design Process
AP Environmental Science
Marine Biology: British Virgin Islands

Social Studies

The Social Studies aims to facilitate the growth of students as empathetic agents who understand historical and contemporary institutions and structures.

Offered Courses

Foundation and Geography
Rhetoric and Civics
World History
AP World History
U.S. History
AP U.S. History
Government *
AP US Government
AP US Comparative Government*
Government Close-Up
Economics
AP Macroeconomics
International Relations
Mass Media and Cultural Studies
AP Human Geography
Psychology
AP Psychology
Historical Concept of War
History of Hip Hop
AP European History
Rhetoric and Civics
Social Justice and Public Policy

*Dual Credit Courses

Theology

The Theology Department aims to form students who engage their intellect, grow ethically and spiritually, exchange ideas freely, and use these abilities to grow in their faith and strive for a more just world.

Offered Courses

Scripture and Jesus
Mission and Church
Sacrament/Morality/Justice*
Christian Relationships*
Interreligious Dialogue*
History of the Catholic Church*
Catholic Social Teaching: Economic Justice*
Catholic Social Teaching: Environmental Justice*
Catholic Social Teaching: Peace and Conflict*

*Dual Credit Courses

Computer Science

The Computer Science Department challenges students to move beyond seeing themselves as users of technology to creators of technology. Critical thinking skills developed in this process can be used to solve problems and better understand the world in which they live.

Offered Courses

Introduction to Computer Programming
Introduction to Computer Programming: Robotics
Programming 2: Web Development
Programming 2: Game Design
Honors Advanced Java
AP Computer Programming

Fine Arts

The Fine Arts Department strives to form students who, through immersion, reflection, and practice of the visual and performing arts, seek to better understand themselves, the world, and ultimately, God.

Offered Courses

Visual Arts

2D Design: Digital Media
Architectural Design
Art Survey
Ceramics Throwing
Ceramics Hand-Building
Advanced Ceramics
Drawing
Filmmaking
Photography
AP Studio Art: Drawing
AP Studio Art: 2D Design

Performing Arts

Band
Broadcast Journalism
Chamber Orchestra
Jazz History & Improvisation 1, 2
Men’s Chorus
Music Appreciation
Music Composition and Film Scoring
Music Theory

Stage & Film

Stagecraft
Theater Arts
Theater Directing

Summer Programs

Summer school allows current and incoming Jesuit students the opportunity to pursue special interests, advance in their course progression, stay committed to their physical fitness, or just stay connected with the campus. Current students have the opportunity to sign up for summer school and athletic programs through RangerNet in the spring and incoming students get information in the admissions information.

*Academic Courses offered:

Computer Science
- Game Design
- Introduction to Robotics: Computer Programing
Fine Arts
- Art Survey
- Ceramics
- Music Appreciation
- Art of Film
- Theater Arts
- Watercolor
Math
- Pre-calculus

Science
- Astronomy
- Engineering Design
- Marine Biology - Various Caribbean Islands**
- Microbiology
Social Studies
- Government
- Economics
- Geography and Foundations
- History of Rome - Rome, Italy**
- Psychology
- Close-Up Government - Washington, D.C.**
Theology
- Christian Relationships
- Interreligious Dialogue

*Courses may change year to year.
** Courses part of our Global Citizenship travel program.

Athletic Programs Offered

Freshman Athletic Performance Camp
Olympic Sport Performance Camp
Sport Specific Performance Camps: Football, Baseball, Basketball, Swimming, Water Polo

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