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Curriculum

The St. Catherine of Siena Academy curriculum is college-preparatory and aligned to rigorous standards above and beyond the Common Core. Our Theology Program aligns to the standards of the United States Council of Catholic Bishops. Within each curricular area, teachers work to incorporate the art of rhetoric, critical thinking, and real-world application. Students are taught using lecture, Socratic Method, project-based learning, and technology.

St. Catherine of Siena Academy will begin to follow a collegiate block schedule for the 2023-24 school year. Students will be enrolled in four 80-minute classes each day Semester I, followed by four 80-minute classes Semester II. This provides students the opportunity to complete eight (8) credit hours each academic year.

At SCA all students are required to complete academic credits and service hours to graduate.

  • 4.0 credits (4 years) in Language Arts
  • 4.0 credits (4 years) in Math (4.5 credits will be required beginning with the Class of 2027 to include Personal Finance (junior or senior year))
  • 4.0 credits (4 years) in Theology
  • 4.0 credits ( years) in Social Studies (starting with the Class of 2026)
  • 3.0 credits (3 years) in Science
  • 2.0 credits (2 years) in Latin
  • 1.0 credit (1 year) in Philosophy
  • 1.0 credit in health & personal fitness
  • 2.0 credit in applied/visual/performing arts (starting with the Class of 2026)
  • Elective credits will vary for each graduation class

With the increase in credits available due to the implementation of the Collegiate Block Schedule, graduation requirements/credits earned will be as follows for each graduating class.

  • 28 credits for the Class of 2024
  • 29 credits for the Class of 2025
  • 30 credits for the Class of 2026
  • 31 credits for the Class of 2027

Curriculum Resources

2022-23 Program of Studies
2023-24 Program of Studies

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SCA Parent

“I have been very impressed with the teachers at this school. They both challenge the girls academically and show true concern for them on a personal level as well.”

SCA Parent

“This high school builds the whole young woman intellectually, spiritually, and teaches the feminine genius approach to life. Amen!”

Chrissy

“SCA is authentically and unapologetically Catholic. It’s excellence in academics and athletics is rooted in its mission to pass on the beauty of the Catholic faith in a way that is relevant to the modern world. The result is a constant focus on the character and virtue of its students, challenging them to be the best version of themselves not just academically, but spiritually as well.”

SCA Parent

“[Teachers] care about the success of each student. They come early to help students and stay after school if necessary. They are a super dedicated faculty.”

SCA Parent

“Another thing I enjoyed about the school was the athletics. I played four different sports at this school and I had the same experience with all of them. The coaches really cared about me, not just how well I was performing and I was treated respectfully on and off the court. Further more, I felt that I was really being pushed physically and mentally during practice which I value in any activity.”

Alumna

“As a graduate of this school, I can attest to not only the strong education I received from SCA but also the strong foundation I was given in which I could build my own faith upon. I felt fully prepared for the ‘real world’ both academically and spiritually.” 

MaryKatherine

“I LOVE this school. The teachers are excellent. Because the students are so friendly, it’s easy to fit in and make friends even if you have had a tough time at other schools. There is virtually no bullying and it is a very friendly, positive environment. Highly recommended.”

Alumna, Class of '17

“The community service, the focus on virtuous living, and the sisterhood really instills compassion and respect for all of humanity.”

SCA Parent

“The school lives up to their mission statement by unlocking the feminine genius in the girls who go there and providing us with the opportunity to discover who we are meant to be.”

MaryKatherine