Curriculum Overview
While striving for academic excellence, YCHS students are challenged with a curriculum of core courses. Below is a general outline of our academic program:
What We
Offer
01
Math Courses
09: Pre-algebra, Algebra I
10: Geometry
11: Algebra II & Trigonometry
12: Calculus, College Prep Math
03
English Language Arts
ELA 09
ELA 10
ELA 11
ELA 12
05
Literature Courses
Literature 09
Literature 10
Literature 11
Literature 12
02
Science Courses
09: Earth Science
10: Biology
11: Chemistry
12: Physics
04
Social Studies
09: Civics & Geography
10: Micronesian History
11: US History
12: World History
06
Religion Courses
09: Our Catholic Faith
10: Jesus of History, Christ of Faith
11: Morality
12: The Magis: Exploration of Ignatian Spirituality
What We Also Offer
Additional courses offered throughout the curriculum include:
Supplemental Math Review (9 & 10), Silent Reading (9 - 12), Physical Education (9 - 12), Art (10 & 11), Student Skill Building (9, 12), Computer Literacy (9), Health (9, 10), SAT Prep (11), College Counseling (12), Life Skills (12)
All students also participate in our four-week long Summer Session Program each year which includes intensive Math and English courses in the mornings and various activities, sports, and clubs in the afternoons. Also usually held during the summer is the Marine Island Ecology Course (MIEC) for upcoming senior class members, provided by the Micronesian Conservation Coalition in partnership with YCHS and local stakeholders.
