Curriculum encompasses the sequentially ordered learning experiences, which the school provides for its students. The total curriculum includes the development of Catholic values and attitudes, as well as the attainment of knowledge and skills necessary for the student’s spiritual, moral, intellectual, social and physical development.

The basic curriculum for the school (but not necessarily for each grade level) includes the following subjects: Religion, Reading, Language Arts (English, Spelling, Handwriting), Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts (Art, Music, Band), Health and Safety, Physical Education, Computer Education, Library and Foreign Language. 

Students must satisfy the following criteria to be place in Algebra I: 

·   Math Composite standardized test score

            National Percentile: 90 or above

·   Class grade in Math: 90 or above

·   Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test results: 80 or above

(Recommended time of testing – May of seventh grade year)

·   Teacher evaluation/recommendation

(Because the Algebra I course incorporates numerous word problems that students need to solve, a teacher’s recommendation should take into consideration the reading comprehension standardized test score when making a final decision for placement in Algebra I.)

 A student who does not meet this criterion must receive a favorable teacher recommendation to be considered for placement in Algebra I.

 Prior to entering Algebra I as an eighth grader, the student will have mastered all Diocesan Mathematics Curriculum for students in grades kindergarten through pre-algebra.