Academic Information
2009-2010

• ENGLISH:  Four years of study are required, at least three of which must be in composition and literature.
• MATHEMATICS:  Three years of study are required at the level of Algebra, Geometry and Advanced (second year) Algebra/Trigonometry.  Students typically will be tested upon entry for placement.  More advanced mathematics courses are recommended, such as Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Statistics.
• SOCIAL STUDIES:  Three years of study are required in History or in any of the social sciences (e.g., Anthropology, Economics, Contemporary World Problems, Geography, Political Science, Government, Psychology, Sociology).  Courses in student government, leadership, community service, or other activity courses will not count towards the requirement. (Washington State History Requirements must be met prior to entrance to Seton Catholic)
• SCIENCE:  Two years of study are required.  One year of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Applied Physics must be completed with a lab experience (i.e., both semesters are in the same field).  The second year of Science may be completed in any course that satisfies the high school graduation requirement in Science.  Students planning to major in science or a science-related field are encouraged to complete at least three years of Science, including at least two years of Laboratory Science.
• FOREIGN LANGUAGE:  Two years of study are required.  The two years must be devoted to a single foreign language and must be in sequence, with no repetition of any prior term of study, and without a reduction in what would normally be a full, second year of study.
• FINE/VISUAL/PERFORMING ARTS:  One year of study is required in the Fine/Visual/Performing Arts.  The Fine/Visual/Performing Arts include Art Appreciation, Dance, Dramatic Performance and Production, Drawing, Graphic Arts, Music Appreciation, Print Making and Sculpture.
   

9th Grade:
• Theology 9 - Scripture
• English 9 or Pre-AP English 9
• Mathematics – Algebra I, Geometry, or Pre-AP Geometry
• International Languages - French, Spanish
• Social Studies – World Cultures
• Physical Education

10th Grade:
• Theology 10 – Life of Christ
• English 10 or Pre-AP English 10
• Mathematics - Geometry, Pre-AP Algebra 3-4/Trigonometry
• International Language - French, Spanish
• Science – Biology or Pre-AP Biology
• Physical Education/Health
• Electives – Drawing, Painting, Computers, Media, Yearbook, Drama

11th Grade:
• Theology 11 – Church History
• English 11 or AP Language and Composition
• Mathematics – Pre AP Algebra 3-4/Trigonometry, Pre-AP Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus
• International Language – French, Spanish
• Science – Pre-AP Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Pre-AP Physics
• Social Studies – U.S. History or AP U.S. History
• Electives – Drawing, Painting, Computers, Media, Yearbook, Drama, Conditioning

12th Grade:
• Theology 12 – Social Justice/Vocations
• English 12 or AP Literature and Composition
• Social Studies – Civics(Government) or AP Economics
• Mathematics – Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Statistics
• International Language – French, Spanish
• Science – Pre-AP Chemistry, AP Chemistry, AP Biology, Pre-AP Physics, AP Physics
• Electives – Drawing, Painting, Computers, Media, Yearbook, Drama, Conditioning

To be eligible for admission to many in-state four-year universities or colleges, students must complete the following college-preparatory courses, or vocation, integrated, or college course equivalents, before enrolling:

Students are encouraged to pursue additional course work beyond these minimums in order to be a more competitive applicant, and to be better prepared for college level course work.  College admission counselors also recommend that students take a challenging load during their senior year if they want to be considered as a serious candidate.  This is only a guideline.  Please see your counselor or specific university for specific requirements.