Course Catalog

Studying a second language provides the cognitive and intellectual preparation necessary to succeed in the academic and social environment the St. Francis graduate will encounter. Learning a second language allows her to gain an understanding of languages other than English, as well as of the peoples who communicate in French, Italian, Latin, and Spanish and their cultural products.

Faculty members teaching in the Modern and Classical Languages Department are native speakers and/or have lived extensively in countries where the language is spoken. Although the graduation requirement for St. Francis is two years, most students complete 3 or 4 years of one language and may take more than one language concurrently.

COURSES

French Program

• French 1 
• French 2
• French 3
• Honors French 3 
• AP French Language and Culture

Italian Program

• Italian 1
• Italian 2
• Italian 3
• AP Italian Language & Culture

Spanish Program

• Spanish 1 
• Spanish 2
• Spanish 3
• Honors Spanish 3
• Spanish 4 
• AP Spanish Language and Culture
• AP Spanish Literature and Culture

Latin Program

• Latin 1
• Latin 2
• Latin 3
• AP Latin

The Physical Education Department strives to enrich the mental, physical and the moral development of all students by promoting spiritual, creative, and healthy lifestyles through high-quality programs. The department identifies the components of successful health-related physical education and implements these into all classes. Through the practice of dance, weight training, kickboxing, recreational skills and yoga, students improve their physical coordination, body alignment, awareness, agility, balance and strength.

In addition, the breathing, meditation, and instruction on healthy nutritional and lifestyle choices assist students in dealing with the stresses associated with adolescence. Teachers emphasize participation in developmentally appropriate and enjoyable physical activities while providing students with the skills to assess their progress.

COURSES

• Health     
• Yoga
• Full Force Training
• Dance Styles
• Intermediate Dance Techniques
• Hula: Na Wahine ‘O ‘Olu (The Women of Grace)

Sports

• Basketball  
• Cross-Country
• Dive Team  
• Golf  
• Lacrosse       
• Soccer
• Softball  
• Swimming  
• Tennis  
• Track & Field 
• Volleyball 
• Water Polo
• PE Waiver-Non SFHS Team

The Social Studies Department of St. Francis High School believes that an understanding of the human condition in the past and throughout the world today is the best preparation for concerned, responsible, and active citizenship in a society of rapid change and high technology. Through the examination of other cultures, historical time periods, the changing role of government, and economic development, students understand the importance of past events in relation to future decisions.

We believe that strong Christian values will help our students evaluate issues on the local, national and international levels. We urge students to foster a critical sense of what is permanent and meaningful, and reject superficial and transient values, through participating in the political process, government forums and volunteer service within their community. We promote sympathy, justice, and peace in all human relations so that our students will act from a basis of love and conviction to make our world a better place to live.

COURSES

9th Grade

• Early World History and Geography

10th Grade

• World History 
• AP World History 

11th Grade

• US History
• AP US History 

12th Grade

• Civics 
• Economics
• AP US Government & Politics 

The Theology Department is a central and integral part of St. Francis High School. We believe that people encounter God in their everyday activities; it is our goal as religious educators to promote the awareness of God’s presence and encourage the interaction of God’s grace and our free response. The Theology Department prepares the students to go forth as living examples of service, community building, and faith. There is an ecumenical spirit in our Catholic school which serves those of different Christian denominations, Orthodox traditions, and the Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Islamic faiths.

The eight semesters of theology:

• Present the core beliefs and practices of Roman Catholicism.
• Foster an appreciation of: Prayer and Worship; Ethical behavior; Christian Service; Reverence for the mystery of life; Respect for people and religions.

COURSES

9th Grade

• Introduction to Scripture
• Christology

10th Grade

• Paschal Mystery
• The Church

11th Grade

• Sacraments
• Interfaith Dialogue

12th Grade

• The Moral Life in Christ
• Catholic Social Teaching