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| Implications |
| Critical Thinking |
| College Credit |
| EDLINE Nerinx Hall |
Academics at Nerinx Hall |
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Graduation requirements |
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| Communications | 0.25 units |
| Business and Computer Applications | 1 unit |
| English | 4 units |
| Fine Arts | 1 unit |
| Foreign Languages | 2 units |
| Mathematics | 3 units |
| Physical Education | 1 unit |
| Theology | 4 units |
| Science | 3 units |
| Social Studies | 3 units |
| Electives | 3.75 units |
| TOTAL | 26 units |
Curriculum Outcomes |
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| In 1992, the Nerinx Hall Curriculum Committee began to identify curriculum outcomes required for graduation. Decisions were based on the philosophy of Nerinx, the existing Nerinx Hall Goals, and the identified future trends in education. The outcomes reflect input from faculty, parents, students, and board members. Over the next two years, the Curriculum Committee will work with faculty to identify specific outcomes for each discipline and to outline a process for assessment evaluation. | |
| The exit outcomes indicate the abilities a student has upon graduating from Nerinx Hall. | |
Exit Outcomes: Knowledge of Self | |
| 1. demonstrate creativity and exercise imagination | |
| 2. express herself through writing, speaking, and the use of technology | |
| 3. articulate a personal wellness plan | |
| 4. articulate a personal faith journey and a personal ethic | |
| 5. demonstrate an understanding of human sexuality, gender issues, and moral decision making skills | |
Exit Outcomes: Knowledge of World | |
| 6. demonstrate ability to think deductively, inductively, logically, and intuitively | |
| 7. argue persuasively and logically through debate and essay | |
| 8. deliver impromptu and prepared speeches and oral presentations | |
| 9. write properly-constructed essays and objective reports | |
| 10. demonstrate ability to research a subject, correctly document information, and develop a well-substantiated thesis | |
| 11. appreciate the symbolic level of meaning in literary and artistic works | |
| 12. demonstrate biblical literacy and a knowledge of Catholic tradition | |
| 13. apply the principles of artistic evaluation to works of the past and present | |
| 14. speak, write, and read in a foreign language | |
| 15. read critically, analytically, and contextually | |
| 16. use computers and video technologies to retrieve, analyze, gather, and present information | |
| 17. demonstrate a knowledge of the history, cultures, literature,art and religions of Western Civilization | |
| 18. demonstrate a knowledge of the history and culture | |
| 19. demonstrate an understanding of American history, politics and culture | |
| 21. demonstrate an understanding of the physical, biological, and chemical world | |
| 22. solve mathematical problems using algebraic, trigonometric, and geometric theories | |
| 23. use mathematical principles to organize information and solve problems | |
Exit Outcomes: Call To Action | |
| 24. make informed, ethical decisions on scientific and social issues | |
| 25. engage in Christian service to others | |
| 26. actively participate in a political, social, or environmental project | |
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Implications For Classroom and Co-Curriculars: Diversity Enriches and Trust Empowers | |
| In classes and co-curricular activities, Nerinx Hall faculty and staff will : | |
| 1. hold students accountable to standards of respect, integrity and honesty. | |
| 2. encourage individual expression and expect students to respect differences of opinion. | |
| 3. expose students to differing perspectives and create opportunities for them to experience and value diversity in a pluralistic world. | |
| 4. provide opportunities for cooperative learning | |
| 5. provide an atmosphere where students will be held accountable for quality of work and for meeting deadlines. | |
| 6. provide opportunities for faith expression through personal and community prayer worship and service. | |
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A Call To Think Critically | |
| A Nerinx Hall student will be expected to develop her ability to think critically by: | |
| 1. recalling previously learned material | |
| 2. comprehending what she has read and explaining the meaning of the information she has received | |
| 3. applying the material she has learned to concrete situations | |
| 4. analyzing information (identifying the relationship of the parts to the whole;recognizing organizational principles involved; recognizing underlying assumptions; checking for consistency of argument) | |
| 5. synthesizing information, forming hypotheses, creating; using known information in new situations. | |
| 6. making thoughtful judgements | |
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Course Offerings : Program of Studies 2009 - 2010 |
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| Current course offerings at Nerinx Hall are listed in the "Program of Studies" booklet, available here as an Adobe Acrobat file. You can view it in your browser with the proper plug-in or reader software, which most internet-ready computers already have installed. But if you need to download the free Acrobat software for your browser, go to the main Adobe Acrobat site for more information. | |
| The table of contents is the second page of the "Program of Studies" file. To navigate quickly, use your scroll bar to come to the pages for each department. | |
College Credit Courses | |
| Through a partnership with the Advanced Credit Program at the University of Missouri - St. Louis and the 1818 Advanced College Credit Program at St. Louis University, Nerinx is able to offer its students opportunities to earn college credit while they are taking courses at Nerinx. The advantages of taking college credit include: reduced tuition costs for college credits, transferability of credits to most colleges universities, and the use of college campus facilities, including libraries. Each student is encouraged to check with her college of choice to insure that it will accept the transfer credits. | |
| The following courses offer college credit: American Politics / Constitution Honors Advanced Reading / Writing Eastern Cultures Honors Honors levels III, IV, V of French, German, Latin, and Spanish U.S. Literature Honors Humanities Honors Calculus Honors Acting II Advanced Physics Honors U.S. History Honors Westerm Civilization Honors - Modern. | |
| Registration for college credit courses takes place in September and January. Forms are available in the classes and contain additional information. | |
| Advanced placement tests are administered in May on dates established by the College Board. These tests, produced by the College Board, provide an opportunity to earn either an advance placement in college classes or college credit. Policies about placement or credit are determined by the individual college or university. Students wishing to take the AP exam should contact the Counseling Department in January to request a student and parent bulletin. Registration for EACH test for Spring 2008 costs $84. Contact in the Counseling Office if you have additional questions or visit the College Board website. | |
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