Curriculum

“To rescue young people from ignorance, to prepare them for life, and to give them a knowledge and love of religion,” Father Andre Coindre, in 1821, founded the Institute of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart.

Rule of Life – Preamble

Over a century later, Saint Stanislaus continues to teach these same principles. It is our mission to help our students develop critical thinking skills and cultivate a lifelong dedication to learning that will guide them on their career path. The curriculum designed for students aims to enhance decision-making skills and help them achieve success in college.

Curriculum Overview

After graduation, over 96% of Saint Stanislaus students attend college or university.  Our curriculum is designed to ensure our students are academically prepared for college. We prepare our students for college the moment they step foot on campus. To facilitate the transition from elementary school to junior high, students take core concentration classes in seventh grade. Algebra I is offered to eighth grade students who have been recommended by their math teacher. In our science classes, 7th and 8th graders have the opportunity to apply and create concepts from their classroom learning. The purpose of all of this is to prepare our young men for the high expectations and challenges they will face in high school.

Honors and Advance Placement (AP) Classes

The honors level is available to students who have demonstrated high levels of proficiency in a given subject area and are recommended by their instructors.  Honors courses provide academically qualified students with a deeper understanding of material throughout the year. Saint Stanislaus offers Advanced Placement courses to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. As part of Saint Stanislaus’ AP program, students can take Biology, Calculus, Computer Science, English, History – American, History – European, and Psychology. 

Academic Program by Class Year

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 

A minimum of twenty-five (25) units of credit are required for graduation. Listed by area of study, the minimum requirements are: 

	Min Requirements	Recommended for College	Required for  St. Stanislaus  Honors Diplomas
Arts	1.0	1.0	1.0
Computer Applications	1.0	1.0	1.0
English	4.0	4.0	4.0
Foreign Language	0.0	2.0	2.0
Health	.5	.5	.5
Mathematics	4.0	4.0	4.0
Physical Education / Band	.5	.5	.5
Religion	4.0	4.0	4.0
Science	4.0	4.0	4.0
Social Studies	4.0	4.0	4.0
Electives	2.0	2.0	3.0
Total Units:	25.0 units	27.0 units	28.0 units

*All students must take and pass Religion each year that he is enrolled at SSC 

**All students are required to complete a service program each year of their SSC high school career in order to be promoted to the next grade level and to receive an SSC diploma 

***All students must successfully complete a math course each year he is enrolled at SSC