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Academic Excellence

St. John Neumann Catholic High School provides a liberal arts college prep curriculum enriched in strong Catholic traditions. Modeled in the footsteps of Blessed Edmund Rice, St. John Neumann Catholic High School challenges students to direct their creative energies into achievable goals and to recognize that the pursuit of knowledge is a lifetime task.

With a student teacher ratio of 12:1, students are provided with specialized, individual attention that assures success in a demanding academic environment. Honors and Advanced Placement Courses are offered in most subject areas, and dual enrollment credit is offered through Edison College, Florida Gulf Coast University and Ave Maria University. Formal religious studies, liturgical and prayer filled experiences are designed to help students to come to know God. This is further complemented by over 10,000 hours of annual community service, helping our students to grow in their faith, shape their values and morals, and to see the role of Christ in their lives and the lives of others.

We challenge students to pursue academic excellence and to develop learning habits that will prepare them for the future. St. John Neumann Catholic High School incorporates every available resource to help students obtain, critically assess, and assimilate new knowledge, while developing new skills.

New Integrated Technology with laptop computers, classroom projectors and Computer Lab

A new integrated program featuring student laptop computers, classroom projectors and an internet enhanced curriculum program affords students the very latest in technology.

The curriculum of St. John Neumann Catholic High School has been designed to challenge each student’s academic abilities and meet their varying needs in order to create a well-rounded education where students can experience their full potential.

Teacher Tutoring
Teachers are available Monday through Thursday after school from 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. in their individual classrooms for “Teacher Tutoring”. Students are encouraged to seek assistance from their instructors during these times for additional help, preparation before a test, or advice on how to improve their classroom performance.

Mrs. Marrie McLaughlin
Assistant Principal
mmclaughlin@sjnceltics.org
Ext. 204

2009-2010 Curriculum Guide

GRADES/HONOR ROLL

St. John Neumann uses a numerical scale for its grading system. In calculating the weighted average, 4 points are added to the grade for Honors courses and 8 points are added to the College Level and Advanced Placement Courses.

Grade Scale	College Prep	Honors	Advanced Placement
A (100-90)	4.0	4.5	5.0
B (89-80)	3.0	3.5	4.0
C (79-70)	2.0	2.5	3.0
D (69-60)	1.0	1.5	2.0
F (59-0)	0.0	0.0	0.0

Principal’s List will be earned by students who have a 4.25 and above grade point average.

First Honors will be earned by students who have a 4.2499-4.0 grade point average.

Second Honors will be earned by students who have a 3.9999 – 3.7500 grade point average.

MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Total Credits by Graduation: 28.75
Theology English Mathematics Social Studies Science Foreign Language Physical Education Practical Arts Performing Arts Pathway to Scholarships Life Management Skills Electives	4 5 4 3 3 2 1 1/2 1/2 3/4 1/2 4-1/2
Total Credits	28.75

CATEGORIES OF COURSES

College Preparatory

Most of St. John Neumann Catholic High School’s courses are categorized as “college-prep” classes. These courses are designed for the average student enrolled in grade level classes in a college preparatory program.

Honors

The honors courses at St. John Neumann Catholic High School are designed to meet the needs of talented students who are highly motivated.Students given the extra responsibility of these classes are also allotted .5 points toward their GPA

Advanced Placement

The Advanced Placement Courses at St. John Neumann Catholic High School are designed to present college level material and prepare the student to take the College Board-sponsored Advanced Placement (AP) exam at the end of the year. Most universities will award college credit based on successful AP exam scores.Students given the extra responsibility of these classes are also allotted 1.0 points toward their GPA.

Dual Enrollment

St. John Neumann Catholic High School has secured partnerships with neighboring colleges enabling students in their junior and senior year to participate in the dual enrollment program. Dual enrollment is an accelerated program that enables high school students to pursue advanced curriculum related to their postsecondary interests. Successful completion of dual enrollment courses allows eligible high school students to simultaneously earn high school credit and postsecondary credit.

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