THEOLOGY 12: WORLD RELIGIONS
T H 42 0 | G R A D E 12 | S E M E S T E R
Prerequisites: Theology 11 Religion plays a powerful role in society by shaping the values, goals, and world-view orientations of specific cultures. This course is an introduction to the five major religious traditions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. These religions will be examined through their historical development, their major doctrinal and philosophical beliefs, and their practices. This comparative study will emphasize what unites these religions in their search for truth while recognizing their differences. It will develop the ability to see God working throughout the history of civilization while examining the collaboration between Catholics and the followers of others religious traditions. HONORS THEOLOGY 12: INTRODUCTION TO CONTEMPORARY CATHOLICISM (SU DUAL CREDIT)
T H 43 0 | G R A D E 12 | F U L L Y E A R
Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation This course will discuss the contemporary Catholic Church in light of Catholic social teachings. The full description and course number will be available in spring 2022. Outcomes and expectations for this course are set by Seattle University.
WORLD L ANGUAGES AMERICAN SIGN L ANGUAGE American Sign Language (ASL) is a dynamic, visual language that requires practice in order to develop muscle memory and visual acuity. Students will be signing with each other, with very little talking during class. This is a fast-paced, active class that requires active participation, regular attendance, and practice outside of class. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1
W L 110 | G R A D E S 9-1 2 | F U L L Y E A R
Prerequisites: None This course introduces students to ASL vocabulary, grammar, communication norms, and Deaf culture and history. Students will develop receptive and expressive ASL skills, cross-cultural sensitivity, and competence through varied class activities and community interactions. ASL is a dynamic, visual language that requires practice in order to develop muscle memory and visual acuity. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 2
W L 2 10 | G R A D E S 9-1 2 | F U L L Y E A R
Prerequisites: Successful completion of ASL 1. ASL 2 is the second year of American Sign Language, focusing on a broader vocabulary, more complex grammar, and communication norms. There is also a large focus on the Deaf-Blind community, Deaf culture, and their relationship to the history of American Sign Language. Students will continue to develop and strengthen their receptive and expressive ASL skills and cross-cultural sensitivity/competence through varied classroom activities, experiences, and interactions. HONORS AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 3
W L 310 | G R A D E S 9-12 | F U L L Y E A R
Prerequisites: C or higher in ASL 2, and teacher recommendation. Honors ASL 3 is a continuation of the introductory and intermediate ASL courses. Students deepen and strengthen their receptive, expressive, and extemporaneous conversational ASL skills while developing greater cross-cultural sensitivity and competence through varied class and community activities and interactions.
College Credit Available New Course for 2022-2023
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Career & Technical Education NCAA Approved Course
C O U R S E C ATA L O G | 3 1
