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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


 

English

 

 

4 years

 

 

Courses include English I, II, III, and IV, with electives such as Creative Writing, East Asian Literature, Film, and more.

 

 

Fine & Performing Arts

 

 

2 years

 

 

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.

 

 

Humanities

 

 

 

1 year (H/MCP)

 

 

 

Applicable courses include Music Theory, Academy Orchestra, Art History, and more.

 

 

Health

 

 

2 semesters

 

 

Required courses include Health I and II.

 

 

Mathematics

 

 

3 years

 

 

Students are required to take courses in a three-year sequence. These can include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus, and additional courses.

 

 

Physical Education

 

 

4 years

 

 

Courses include Physical Education I, II, III, and IV.

 

 

Religious Studies

 

 

4 years

 

 

Courses include Introduction to Catholic Christianity, Morality, World Religions, and more.

 

 

Science

 

 

3 years

 

 

Must include Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Additional electives include Anatomy & Physiology, Engineering, Forensics Science, and more.

 

 

Social Studies

 

 

3 years

 

 

Must include World History, US History I & II. Students can choose electives such as Economics, Psychology, and more.

 

 

Technology

 

 

1 semester

 

 

Includes Computer Applications (9th grade). Completion of e-portfolio required. Electives include Marketing, Personal Finance, and more.

 

 

World Language

 

 

3 years (same language)

 

 

Students can choose courses in French, Italian, Latin, or Spanish.

 

 

Community Service

 

 

20 hours

 

 

This requirement must be completed by mid-September of junior year.

 

 

Electives


 

Equivalent of 5.5 years


 

Wide variety available across different subjects


 

Requirements by Grade

AHA Math Classroom

 

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

AHA Academic Excellence

 

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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