Graduation Requirements
At the Academy of the Holy Angels, we’re committed to providing a rigorous and enriching academic experience that not only challenges students but also nurtures their intellectual and spiritual growth. Rooted in our strong religious foundation, our curriculum is designed to prepare young women for success in college and beyond while instilling values of faith, integrity, and service. Students can explore a wide range of subjects, choosing from an extensive list of electives that spark curiosity and inspire them to pursue their interests.
See our graduation requirements below, or view our full 2024-2025 curriculum here.
Graduation Requirements
Subject |
Requirement |
Additional Notes |
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English
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4 years
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Courses include English I, II, III, and IV, with electives such as Creative Writing, East Asian Literature, Film, and more.
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Fine & Performing Arts
|
2 years
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Courses include Music Appreciation and Art Appreciation (one semester each) during Freshman Year. Sophomores are required to take one semester of a Fine or Performing Arts course or the equivalent.
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Humanities
|
1 year (H/MCP)
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Applicable courses include Music Theory, Academy Orchestra, Art History, and more.
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Health
|
2 semesters
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Required courses include Health I and II.
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Mathematics
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3 years
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Students are required to take courses in a three-year sequence. These can include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus, and additional courses.
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Physical Education
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4 years
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Courses include Physical Education I, II, III, and IV.
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Religious Studies
|
4 years
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Courses include Introduction to Catholic Christianity, Morality, World Religions, and more.
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Science
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3 years
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Must include Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Additional electives include Anatomy & Physiology, Engineering, Forensics Science, and more.
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Social Studies
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3 years
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Must include World History, US History I & II. Students can choose electives such as Economics, Psychology, and more.
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Technology
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1 semester
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Includes Computer Applications (9th grade). Completion of e-portfolio required. Electives include Marketing, Personal Finance, and more.
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World Language
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3 years (same language)
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Students can choose courses in French, Italian, Latin, or Spanish.
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Community Service
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20 hours
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This requirement must be completed by mid-September of junior year.
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Electives |
Equivalent of 5.5 years |
Wide variety available across different subjects |
Requirements by Grade
Grade 9
Religious Studies
English I
World History
Mathematics (Algebra I or Geometry)
Science (Biology)
World Language
Technology (1 semester)
Art Appreciation (1 quarter)
Music Appreciation (1 quarter)
Physical Education/Health
Grade 10
Religious Studies
English II
US History I
Mathematics
Science (Chemistry)
World Language
Fine & Performing Arts (1 semester)
Elective (1 semester)
Physical Education/Health
Grade 11
Religious Studies
English III
US History II
Mathematics
Science (Physics)
World Language
Elective (2 semesters/1 year)
Physical Education
Grade 12
Religious Studies
English IV
Classical Humanities or AP Art History
Elective (2 semesters/1 year)
Elective (2 semesters/1 year)
Elective (2 semesters/1 year)
Elective (2 semesters/1 year)
Physical Education
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