REGISTRATION INFORMATION
All full-time students at Lourdes must take at least six courses each semester.
Each year certain courses are required. Other courses, called electives, may be selected from a variety of choices. A credit is earned for each full year course and a ½ credit is earned for each semester course.
Over the four years of high school a student must earn 24 credits in the following areas:
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Subject Area |
Required Credits |
Comments |
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Theology |
4 |
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English |
4 |
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History & Social Studies |
3.5 |
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Mathematics |
3 |
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Science |
3 |
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Physical Education |
1.5 |
3 semesters; grades 9 & 10 |
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Health |
.5 |
1 semester grade 11 |
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Electives |
4.5 |
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Although 24 credits earned in the four years is the minimum graduation requirement, most students earn more credits.
A theology credit is required for each year in attendance at Lourdes. Transfer students from schools not offering religion need not make up the missed theology requirements.
Prior math courses, testing and teacher recommendation determine math placement for 9th graders. Students enrolling in music (band or concert choir) may earn no more than 4 music credits toward the 24 credits required for graduation. Approved courses from accredited schools may be substituted for Lourdes courses, but no credits beyond three per semester will be calculated into the grade point average.
REQUIRED COURSES AT LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL
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Freshman |
Credits |
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Theology I |
1 |
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English I |
1 |
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Mathematics |
1 |
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Physics I / Physical Science* |
1 |
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Physical Education |
1 |
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US History |
1 |
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Freshman Guidance |
N/C |
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Electives |
1 or more |
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Sophomore |
Credits |
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Theology II |
1 |
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English II |
1 |
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World Geography I & II |
1 |
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Mathematics |
1 |
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Chemistry |
1 |
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Lifetime Sports |
.5 |
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Sophomore Guidance |
0 |
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Electives |
.5 or more |
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Junior |
Credits |
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Theology III |
1 |
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English III |
1 |
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Social Studies Elective |
1 |
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Biology |
1 |
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Health |
.5 |
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Junior Guidance |
0 |
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Electives |
2 or more |
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Senior |
Credits |
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Theology IV |
1 |
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English IV or AP Lit. |
1 |
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Political Science |
.5 |
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Economics |
.5 |
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Senior Guidance |
0 |
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Electives |
3 or more |
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COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Because entrance requirements vary from college to college and can even vary on the same campus depending on the subject in which you plan to major, it is important to check the entrance requirements for each college and college major individually. For example, a college could require three years of mathematics of all students but engineering majors might be required to present four or more years of math. A college might require no art or music, but art majors might be required to present an art portfolio; and music majors might be required to audition. Be aware that colleges frequently consider entrance requirements as minimum preparation and may also list classes they recommend students complete in high school.
The following is a general list of high school subjects recommended by most four-year colleges:
English: four years, including composition.
Mathematics: three years, including two years of algebra and one year of geometry. Certain majors, such as engineering, science, and business administration, routinely require additional math.
Foreign language: two or more years of the same language.
Laboratory science: three or more years.
Social Studies: three or more years.
Electives: one year of fine arts (music or art).
Special skills: word processing skills and an understanding of the fundamentals of computer science are highly desirable.
ELECTIVE COURSES
Lourdes offers a superb and wide range of elective courses and extra-curricular activities. Electives are offered in the disciplines of art, business, drama, speech, literature, mathematics, music, science, physical education, social studies, world languages, and leadership programs.
College preparatory and other electives offered at Lourdes include the following:
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Art
Foundations of Art
Basic Mechanical Drawing
Architectural Drawing I and II
Drawing and Painting I, II, III
Drawing & Painting Independent Study
Ceramics I
Ceramics II Ceramics III Ceramics -Independent Study Design
Technology/Business
Business Law
Applied Personal Finance
Information Design
English
Acting & Directing
Advanced Speech AP Literature & Composition
Mathematics
Algebra I & Honors Algebra
Geometry & Honors Geometry
Algebra II & Honors Algebra II
Honors Pre-Calculus
Statistics Trigonometry
Calculus AP Calculus
Music
Band
Freshman Choir Concert Choir Developing Jazz through Technology
Music Mentorship
Piano/Organ Accompanist
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Physical Education
Lifetime Fitness
Weight Training I &II
Advanced First Aid & CPR
Sports Officiating
Science
Anatomy & Physiology
Honors Chemistry
Environmental Studies
AP Biology Physics II
AP Physics
Social Studies
AP US History Sociology Psychology
World Language
French I, II, III & IV
Latin I, II, III, & IV
Spanish I, II, III & IV
Supplementary Programs
Hospital/Homebound
Learning Center
Mentorship Program
Post-Secondary Enrollment Options
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information, please contact the Lourdes High School Guidance Office (TEL 507-289-3991) and request a copy of the School Catalog. This catalog includes all registration information, required courses, college preparatory recommendations, and a listing of all electives and course descriptions at Lourdes High School.