Core Curriculum

Loyola Catholic School curriculum is based on guidelines established by North Central Accrediting Association and the State of Minnesota. LCS offers students opportunities for growth in the following major subjects:

 

Religion
Catholic doctrine and tradition, Bible study, social justice, preparation for the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation,

Eucharist and Confirmation.

 

Liturgical services are held weekly for elementary and middle school students, weekly for high school students and for the entire student body during significant liturgical seasons and special events.

 

Language Arts
English, reading, spelling, composition, information skills, literature and world language (French and Spanish)

 

Mathematics
Mathematics skills, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, calculus.

 

Physical Education and Health
Physical fitness and helath program appropriate for all grade levels

 

Science
General science and laboratory experiences including high school biology, chemistry and physics.

 

Social Studies
History, geography, economics, current events.

 

Fine Arts
Music, band and choral experiences, studio art, speech and drama.

 

Computer Literacy
Word processing, data base, spread sheets and integration with curricular subjects.

 

Educational Opportunities
Opportunities to broaden knowledge, community awareness and leadership involvment include spelling and geography bees, knowledge bowl, life smarts, math counts, science fair and speech and debate competitions.

 

Advanced Placement Courses
Advanced placement is available, with approval by the instructor, for high school students in Biology, English, American Government/Politics, Algebra and Calculus.

 

Minnesota Post Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO)
Loyola High School participates in the Minnesota Post Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) based on student ability. Students may earn credits toward graduation by taking courses from approved two-year and four-year colleges.

 

For detailed High School Curriculum, CLICK HERE.