Curriculum
At CTK, you don't just study the material, you create it.
Expanded courses. Real World Application.
We seek to prepare students for the world ahead of them by allowing them to have hands-on experiences creating the material they study everyday. Similar to college, students are offered classes in liberal arts subjects, as well as opportunities to study courses that aren't typically available at the high school level. Our faculty then guides them through the process of bringing those studies to life. For example, students don't just study industrial design, they build life-size projects right on campus.
We believe that by engaging students in the content they are studying, it builds confidence and character, and gives them experiences to set them apart when they are ready to apply to college and enter the modern world.
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Theology
The goal of the CTK Theology program is to instill and nurture within the students both a knowledge of, and a love for, the Revelation of Jesus Christ through His Holy Church. The program has, at its aim, to bring students to a deeper understanding of the content of the Catholic Faith and to aid the students as they internalize the teachings of Christ. Of fundamental importance is the utilization of class discussions on the theological, moral, spiritual, and social dimensions of the life of a believer in our age and culture. Students will go deeper in their faith through a practical study of the Church's teachings, technology-based exploration of the richness of Christian culture, discussions, lectures, and other teaching techniques. Through a careful study and discussion of Sacred Tradition, Sacred Scripture, the Magisterium, and the beauty of the Church's history, the students will come to a more comprehensive understanding of the truth, beauty, and reliability of the Revelation of Jesus Christ and His Holy Church.
The progression of the courses is determined by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops who set out a general curriculum for Catholic high schools.
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Theology 9A - The Revelation of Jesus Christ in Scripture
Theology 9B - Who is Jesus Christ?
Theology 10A - The Mission of Jesus Christ (The Paschal Mystery)
Theology 10B - Jesus Christ's Mission Continues in the Church
Theology 11A - Life in Jesus Christ
Theology 11B - Sacraments as Privileged Encounters with Jesus Christ
Theology 12A - Our Life in the Church
In this course students will examine their own role within the Church, by considering their vocation and the social teaching of the Church.
Part 1: Responding to the Call of Jesus Christ - The purpose of this unit of study is to help students to understand the vocations of life: how Christ calls us to live. In this course, students should learn how all vocations are similar and how they differ. The quarter will be structured around married life, single life, priestly life, and consecrated life. Students should learn what it means to live life for the benefit of others and the value in considering a vocation in service to the Christian community. (USCCB Curriculum Framework)
Part 2: Living as Disciples of Jesus Christ in Society - The purpose of this unit of study is to introduce students to the Church’s social teaching. In this quarter, students will learn how Christ’s concern for others, especially the poor and needy, is present today in the Church’s social teaching and mission. (USCCB Curriculum Framework)
Theology 12B - Our Call to Evangelize
In this course students will explore the call to share the Gospel with others. They will examine the beliefs of other religious groups and learn how to share their faith in the world today.
Part 1- Apologetics - The purpose of this course is to enable students to engage in a conversation about the fundamental principles of the Church and explain clearly with effective reason the truth of those principles of faith on which the Church is grounded. With a solid foundation in the doctrine and teachings of the Catholic faith, the student will learn reasoned answers to various questions of faith and be able to use these answers in an apologetic dialogue. Students will be given the abilities to understand the nature, power and limitation of apologetics, learn about the relationship between faith and reason, explore arguments for the existence of God, and understand objective truth and the dichotomy between Christianity and other religions. (USCCB Curriculum Framework)
Part 2- Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues - The purpose of this unit of study is to help the students understand the manner in which the Catholic Church relates to non-Catholic Christians as well as to other religions of the world. Building on the foundational truth that Jesus Christ established the Catholic Church and entrusted to her the fullness of God’s Revelation, the course is intended to help students to recognize the ways in which important 13 spiritual truths can also be found in non-Catholic Christian churches and ecclesial communities as well as in non-Christian religions. It is also intended to help them to recognize the ways in which other systems of belief and practice differ from the Catholic faith. (USCCB Curriculum Framework)
Theology Through Film
Part 1: The Biblical Story through Film - The purpose of this unit is to examine biblical themes through film. In this quarter, students will build on their knowledge of God’s salvation for his people, in and through his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Some of the main themes that will be explored are Creation, Fall, the Incarnation, and Redemption. Students will also learn how these themes are interconnected, as well as how they can be presented through cinema.
Part 2: The Church’s Story through Film - The purpose of this unit is to examine how God works in and through his Church for the sake of his world through film. In this quarter, students will build on their knowledge of the history of the Church, through watching selected films on different time periods, from the end of the 1st century to the 21st century. Some of the themes that will be explored are martyrdom, the Protestant Revolution, and the Church in the modern era.
English
The role of the English Department is to challenge students to be:
- Accomplished writers. Students will formulate arguments; weigh, select, and correctly cite evidence; reason logically and effectively; express personal views; use language imaginatively; and present their collected works in clear, grammatically correct prose.
- Critical readers. Students will cultivate a respect for reading a rich diversity of genres, becoming intellectually and emotionally engaged, and comprehending and appreciating an author’s diction, syntax, tone, style, ideas, and methods in the historical context of the work.
- Empathetic, Catholic beings. Students will analyze and respond, both orally and in writing, to the universal connections made between works of literary merit and cultural history, as well as their own lives and the lives of others, as we all participate in the process of nurturing our faith.
- Interactive scholars of the world. Students will establish and understand the interconnectedness among each discipline in the context of our faith.
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
English 9 - Composition and Literature
English 9 Honors - Composition and Literature
- Recommendation of Middle School English Teacher and,
- Combination of score on essay and multiple-choice on CTK Placement Exam.
English 10 - World Literature
English 10 Honors - World Literature
- Either (1) Grade of B or above in Honors English OR (2) Grade of A or above in CP English and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 480.
English 11 - USA Literature
English 11 Honors - USA Literature
- Either (1) Grade of B or above in Honors English or (2) Grade of A or above in CP English and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 480.
English 12 - British Literature
English 12 Honors - British Literature
- One of (1) Grade of B or above in AP English, (2) Grade of B or above in Honors English, or (3) Grade of A or above in CP English, and
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 480, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Language and Composition
- Grade of A or above in Honors World Literature, and
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 550, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Literature
- Either (1) Grade of A- or above in AP English Language and Composition, or (2) Grade of A or above in Honors USA Literature, and
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 550, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Poetry
- Either 11th or 12th grade student or
- Sophomores in Honors World Literature.
Journalism
- 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students only.
Modern Literature and Film
- 11th, and 12th grade students only.
Creative Writing
- 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students only.
Public Speaking
Mythology
Why are things the way they are? What is our place in the world? How did ancient man think we should interact with the gods and each other? In this survey of Greek and Roman mythology students will become better acquainted with this body of traditional stories which are more than just stories, exploring not only what Greeks and Romans thought about gods, heroes, and the universe, but also how that thinking influences the art, literature and culture of our own time and place. Using a variety of media and assessments, students will develop the tools needed to identify and analyze mythology, both ancient and modern, from all over the world.
Math
The goal of the CTK math program is to give students the mathematical skills, quantitative information, problem-solving techniques, and analytical skills necessary to function in today’s society. Through student-centered discussions, technology-based explorations, discovery exercises, lectures, and other teaching techniques, we encourage students to investigate and analyze a variety of mathematical problems. From exposing our students to age-old traditional problem sets to less traditional new-age real world application problems, we strive to impart in our students an ability to competently solve problems in a manner that demonstrates a well-organized effort on the task at hand. We seek to place students in math sections relevant to their skill level, and in which they will be challenged to think quantitatively, work efficiently, and contribute actively in class discussions. The department will determine the appropriate placement of students in math courses.
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Algebra I
Geometry
- Algebra 1
Honors Geometry
- Semester I Algebra grade A- or above, and
- PSAT Math Score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Algebra II
- Algebra I, and
- Geometry.
Honors Algebra II
- Either (1) Semester 1 Geometry grade A or above or, (2) Semester I Honors Geometry grade B or above, and
- Semester 2 Algebra I grade A- or above, and
- PSAT Math Score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Precalculus
- Semester 1 Algebra II grade B or above.
Honors Precalculus
- Either (1) Semester 1 Algebra II grade A or above or (2) Semester 1 Honors Algebra II grade B or above, and
- PSAT Math score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Precalculus
- Either (1) Semester 1 Algebra II grade A or above or (2) Semester 1 Honors Algebra II grade B or above, and
- PSAT Math score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Honors Calculus
- Semester 1 Honors Precalculus grade B or above, and
- PSAT Math Score of 550, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Calculus AB
- Semester 1 Honors Precalculus grade A- or above, and
- PSAT Math Score of 600, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Advanced Functions and Modeling
The course provides students with an in-depth study of modeling and applying functions. Work, recreation, consumer issues, public policy, and scientific investigations are just a few of the areas from which applications will originate. Some skills utilized to solve problems include linear, quadratic, cubic, and exponential functions, systems of two or more equations or inequalities, trigonometric ratios, and logic and deductive reasoning to draw conclusions.
Statistics
- Semester 1 Algebra II grade B- or above
AP Statistics
- Either (1) Semester 1 Honors Precalculus grade B or above, or (2) Semester 1 Precalculus grade A or above, or (3) Semester 1 Honors Algebra II grade A or above, and
- PSAT Math Score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Personal Finance
Advanced Finance
- Personal Finance
Science
Our science curriculum is designed to foster scientific literacy in a genuinely Catholic setting. Students will ascertain knowledge and skills to ask good questions, to design and conduct investigations, to interpret data, to build and evaluate arguments, to propose models, and to competently critique their own scientific work and the work of others. In order to execute this vision, we use a curriculum that starts with freshman physics, the most approachable of sciences. We build on this with chemistry and then biology, each vertically aligned with the other science courses and laterally integrated in a rich way with all other courses taught at our school. This sequence gives each student a portfolio of at least three solid lab sciences. We then provide our students with the opportunity to continue their science experience via a selection of upper-grade science electives and AP courses.
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Conceptual Physics
Honors Physics
- Algebra II, and
- Teacher recommendation
General Chemistry
- Algebra I
Chemistry
- Algebra I
Honors Chemistry
- Algebra I, and
- Grade of A- or above in freshman science class, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Chemistry
- Either (1) Grade of 95 or above in CP Chemistry or (1) Grade of 90 or above in Honors Chemistry, and
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500, and
- PSAT Math Score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
- Algebra II (co-requisite or prerequisite)
Biology
Honors Biology
- One of (1) Grade of 92 or above in CP Physics and CP Chemistry, (2) Grade of 95 or above in General Chemistry, or (3) Grade of 85 or above in Honors Chemistry, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Biology
- The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life.
- Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks to grow, to reproduce, and to maintain dynamic.
- Living systems store, retrieve, transmit, and respond to information essential to life processes.
- Biological systems interact, and these systems and their interactions possess complex properties.
- One of (1) Grade of 95 or above in CP Physics and CP Chemistry or (2) Grade of 90 or above in Honors Chemistry, and
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500, and
- PSAT Math Score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Environmental Science
- Conceptual Physics, and
- Chemistry, and
- Either (1) Grade of A- or greater in CP Biology or (2) Grade of B or greater in Honors Biology or AP Biology, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Introduction to Aviation
Advanced Aviation
- Introduction to Aviation, and
- Teacher recommendation
Introduction to Horticulture
Anatomy and Physiology
- Biology, and
- Teacher recommendation.
Honors Anatomy and Physiology
- Biology, and
- Teacher recommendation, and
- Either (1) Grade of A- or greater in CP Biology or (2) Grade of B or greater in Honors Biology or AP Biology.
Forensic Science
Social Studies
The Social Studies Department at CTK will play a vital role in the intellectual, moral, and social development of the school’s students. Inspired by Blessed John Paul II’s encyclical Fides et Ratio, all of the social science courses will strive to illuminate the human condition. In each course, students will consider fundamental, perennial questions that stem from social science investigations. What does it mean to be a human? From where have humans come? To where are humans going? What is the meaning of the Incarnation in human history? What is a just law? What is a humane economy? How ought governments operate? What is the purpose of society? What is the relationship between individual and social development? Through these and other inquiries, teachers will aim to impart a Catholic worldview and develop an authentically Catholic anthropology within the hearts and minds of Crusaders. The social science courses will also be designed to equip students with the academic tools that are readily acquired through study of the social sciences—critical thinking, analytical reading, intensive research with primary and secondary sources, persuasive and elegant writing, and public speaking.
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Foundations of Civilization
Logic
World History 10
Honors World History 10
- Grade of 93 in Foundations of Civilization or other Freshman-level History class and,
- Either (1) Grade of 90 or above in Honors English OR (2) Grade of 93 or above in CP English and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500 and,
- Teacher recommendation.
AP World History
- One of: (1) Grade of 90 or above in Honors History OR (2) Grade of 93 or above in CP History and,
- One of: (1) Grade of 90 or above in Honors English OR (2) Grade of 93 or above in CP English and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500 and,
- History Teacher recommendation and,
- English Teacher recommendation.
AP Psychology
- One of (1) Grade of 85 in AP History, (2) Grade of 90 in Honors History, or (3) Grade of 93 in CP History and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500 and,
- Teacher recommendation.
United States History 11
Honors United States History 11
- One of (1) Grade of B+ or above in AP History, (2) Grade of A- or above in Honors History, or (3) Grade of A or above in CP History, and
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500, and
- Teacher recommendation.
AP United States History 11
- One of (1) Grade of B+ in AP World History, (2) Grade of A- in Honors World History, or (3) Grade of A in CP World History and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500 and,
- Teacher recommendation.
Introduction to Philosophy
- This class is open to seniors only.
Government
Honors Government
- One of (1) Grade of 85 in AP History, (2) Grade of 90 in Honors History, or (3) Grade of 93 in CP History and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500 and,
- Teacher recommendation.
AP United States Government and Politics
- One of (1) Grade of A- in AP U.S. History, (2) Grade of A in Honors U.S. History, or (3) Grade of A+ in CP U.S. History and,
- PSAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Score of 500 and,
- Teacher recommendation.
Introduction to Economics
- This class is open to juniors and seniors only.
AP Macroeconomics
Introduction to Sociology
The Intro to Sociology & Social Justice class is an interdisciplinary approach in examining the role of the individual as a community participant. The class emphasizes theories in Metaphysics, Sociology, Theology, and Social Activism.
Combined, these fields will effectively prepare students to become effective advocates poised to tackle complex changes that impact our society and to protect those who are the most vulnerable among us.
At its core, the class will predominantly emphasize truth (Love God) and social activism (Love of Neighbor). As Christians, we are called to be both a disciple and an apostle of Christ. Being a disciple means following in the footsteps of another, and being an apostle means being sent to emulate one’s discipleship. These are important concepts for a Crusader to understand, as it cultivates the heart in regulation of instincts and intelligence.
Being a semester elective, the class predominantly targets Juniors and Seniors with a background in Logic, Theology, Government and History. The course emphasizes quantitative and qualitative research, comparative analysis, activism and community outreach, so participants must be comfortable with these areas before registering for the class.
World Languages
Students are encouraged to undertake the study of a world language while at Christ the King. Aside from the gratification of mastering listening, reading, speaking and writing skills in a second language, world language study enables students to enhance their understanding of the subtle and complex relations among the world’s peoples. The world languages department aims to not only help students become literate in another language, but to increase their awareness of the history and current issues facing other countries and societies where the target language is spoken.
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Spanish I
Spanish II
- Spanish I.
Spanish III
- Spanish II.
Honors Spanish III
- Spanish II and,
- Teacher recommendation.
Spanish IV Honors
- Spanish III and,
- Teacher recommendation.
AP Spanish
- Spanish IV Honors and,
- Teacher recommendation.
Latin I Honors
Latin II Honors
- Latin I
Latin III Honors
- Latin II
Latin IV Honors
- Latin III
AP Latin
- Latin III and,
- Teacher recommendation.
Fine Arts
The role of the Fine Arts Department of Christ the King Catholic High School is to challenge students to be the following:
- accomplished artists. Students will learn to expand on individual creativity through hands-on projects, incorporating the principles and elements of design or drama, demonstrating initiative and self-direction.
- critical thinkers. Students will use problem solving skills to promote innovation in the fine arts, learning to communicate effectively through in-class critique sessions and small group collaboration. Flexibility and adaptability are highly regarded in the fine arts classroom.
- empathetic, Catholic beings. Students will analyze and cultivate a respect for differences through the study of cross-cultural and historical genres of works of art.
- interactive scholars of the world. Students will establish and understand the interconnectedness among each discipline in the context of our faith, especially through the introduction and analysis of Catholic works of art.
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Art I
Art II
- Art I.
Art III
- Art II
Art IV Independent Study
- Art III.
Drama
Drama II
Photojournalism
Digital Design I, II, and Honors Digital Design III
- Students must obtain and complete a staff application. Applications are due 1 week before the first day of class registration. Applications are available through the current Digital Design instructor (Mrs. Habel).
Industrial Design I, II, III, and IV
Glassworks I, II, III, and IV
Choir I
Choir II
- Choir I
Guitar I (Acoustic/Electric)
Guitar II, III, and IV (Acoustic/Electric)
- Previous level of Guitar.
Survey of Fine Arts
History of Modern Music (Rock 'n' Roll)
Band I, II, III, IV
Health and Wellness
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Team Sports
Health
Weight Training
Informational Technology
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
AP Computer Science Principles
- Either (1) Grade of A in CP-level Math or (2) Grade of B in Honors-level Math and,
- PSAT Math score of 500.
Videography
- Teacher Invitation.
Miscellaneous Courses
COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Advanced Study Skills
Senior Internship
- Only available to senior students and,
- Student must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.3 and,
- Students by invitation only.
Senior Independent Study
For a senior student to be considered for an independent study course, they must submit the following components to administration during the course registration process in their junior year:
- Selection of a narrowed topic of study. This topic cannot be similar to a student's Horizon Project.
- Student development of course syllabus (meeting times, topics of study, and grading rubric)
- Learning Objectives (What does the student expect to learn throughout the course?) Arrange by units or topics
- Benchmarks (projects, papers, presentations, etc.)
- A final assessment (project, presentation, paper, portfolio, etc.)
- Mentor request and approval for administrative consideration.
Prerequisites:
- Only available to senior students and,
- Student must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.3 and,
- Students must be enrolled in or have previously taken at least 2 AP courses and,
- Student must maintain and excellent attendance record and,
- Limited number of students per semester.