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CURRICULUM

Where Passion Meets Purpose

At Althoff Catholic, we believe education should ignite curiosity and fuel success. Our academic program is designed to help students discover their passions, nurture a lifelong love of learning, and apply what they love to achieve future goals. With a multi-level curriculum, every student is both challenged and supported to succeed.

We know today’s students are preparing for a world that is constantly changing. That’s why we emphasize academics, the arts, faith, service, and meaningful relationships—equipping our students with the skills and perspective needed for evolving careers and a global society.

Creating Lifelong Learners and Leaders

Our integrated curriculum prepares students for college and beyond by fostering critical thinking, hands-on learning, and academic integrity. With a 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio, students benefit from personalized attention, close connections with teachers, and true engagement in the classroom.

At Althoff Catholic, learning extends beyond books. We encourage students to:

  • Take on challenging classes
  • Explore new interests through activities, sports, and the arts
  • Step outside their comfort zones to grow as individuals

These experiences shape confident, well-rounded leaders—ready to make a lasting impact.

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Dive into our Curriculum Guide to see our full course offerings, grading system, and graduation requirements. Have questions? Our faculty would love to share more about their approach to exceptional academics.

  • THEOLOGY: God’s Revelation to the World, Jesus Christ: His Mission & Ministry
  • ENGLISH: Composition and Literature (Honors, Accelerated, Regular)
  • SOCIAL STUDIES: Civics (Honors, Accelerated, Regular)
  • SCIENCE: Integrated Science, Biology (Honors, Accelerated)
  • MATH: Algebra 1 (Honors, Accelerated, Regular), Honors Geometry
  • WORLD LANGUAGE: Spanish 1, French 1
  • FINE ARTS: Band, Art 1 Drawing (S1), Art 2 Drawing (S2), Art 1 Ceramics/Pottery (S2)
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Physical Education, Fitness & Strength Training, Driver Education, Health, Health & Nutrition
  • SCIENCE ELECTIVES: Introduction to Engineering, Forensics, Astronomy, Animal Behavioral Science, Environmental Science
  • BUSINESS ELECTIVES: Broadcasting, Career Pathways, Yearbook
  • THEOLOGY: The Mission of Jesus Christ (The Paschal Mystery), Jesus Christ’s Mission Continues in the Church
  • ENGLISH: Language and Literature (Honors, Accelerated, Regular)
  • SOCIAL STUDIES: World History (Honors, Accelerated, Regular)
  • SCIENCE: Chemistry (Honors, Accelerated)
  • MATH: Geometry (Honors, Accelerated, Regular), Honors Algebra 2
  • WORLD LANGUAGE: Spanish 1, Spanish 2, French 1, French 2
  • FINE ARTS: Band, Art 1 Drawing (S1), Art 2 Drawing (S2), Art 1 Ceramics/Pottery (S2), Art 2 Drawing/Painting, Art 2 Ceramics/Sculpture & Pottery, Advanced Painting, Advanced Drawing, Advanced Sculpture/Ceramics & Pottery
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Physical Education, Fitness & Strength Training, Driver Education, Health, Health & Nutrition
  • SCIENCE ELECTIVES: Introduction to Engineering, Principles of Engineering, Digital Electronics, Forensics, Astronomy, Animal Behavioral Science, Environmental Science, Medical Terminology & Diagnosis
  • BUSINESS ELECTIVES: Broadcasting, Career Pathways, Yearbook
  • THEOLOGY: Sacraments as Privileged Encounters, Living as a Disciple of Christ in Society (Social Justice)
  • ENGLISH: AP English Language & Composition, Literature & Rhetoric (Honors, Accelerated, Regular)
  • SOCIAL STUDIES: US History (Honors, Accelerated, Regular), Honors Modern US History, Current Affairs, General Psychology 1, 2, World Wars
  • SCIENCE: Chemistry (Honors, Accelerated), Honors Anatomy & Physiology, Honors Physics, Astronomy, Honors Advanced Chemistry
  • MATH: Algebra 2 (Honors, Accelerated, Regular), College Algebra & Trigonometry (Honors, Accelerated)
  • WORLD LANGUAGE: Spanish 1, Spanish 2, Honors Spanish 3, French 1, French 2, Honors French 3
  • FINE ARTS: Band, Art 1 Drawing (S1), Art 2 Drawing (S2), Art 1 Ceramics/Pottery (S2), Art 2 Drawing/Painting, Art 2 Ceramics/Sculpture & Pottery, Advanced Painting, Advanced Drawing, Advanced Sculpture/Ceramics & Pottery, Honors Art Appreciation to 1850, Honors Modern Art Appreciation, Independent 2D Art (Honors, Regular), Independent 3D Art (Honors, Regular)
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Physical Education, Fitness & Strength Training, Driver Education, Health, Health & Nutrition
  • SCIENCE ELECTIVES: Introduction to Engineering, Principles of Engineering, Digital Electronics, Forensics, Astronomy, Animal Behavioral Science, Environmental Science, Medical Terminology & Diagnosis
  • BUSINESS ELECTIVES: Broadcasting, Career Pathways, Yearbook
  • THEOLOGY: Life in Jesus Christ (Morality)
  • ENGLISH: AP English Literature & Composition, AP Language & Composition, Accelerated Research & Literature
  • SOCIAL STUDIES: Modern US History, World Wars, General Psychology 1, 2, Honors AP European History, Current Affairs, AP Comparative Politics, AP Government & Politics
  • SCIENCE: Chemistry (Honors, Accelerated), Honors Physics, Honors Anatomy & Physiology
  • MATH: Intermediate Algebra & Trigonometry, College Algebra & Trigonometry (Honors, Accelerated), Honors Calculus, Honors Statistics
  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Belleville CEO
  • WORLD LANGUAGE: Spanish 1, Spanish 2, Honors Spanish 3, Honors Spanish 4, French 1, French 2, Honors French 3, Honors French 4
  • FINE ARTS: Band, Art 1 Drawing (S1), Art 2 Drawing (S2), Art 1 Ceramics/Pottery (S2), Art 2 Drawing/Painting, Art 2 Ceramics/Sculpture & Pottery, Advanced Painting, Advanced Drawing, Advanced Sculpture/Ceramics & Pottery, Honors Art Appreciation to 1850, Honors Modern Art Appreciation, Independent 2D Art (Honors, Accelerated), Independent 3D Art (Honors, Accelerated)
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Physical Education, Fitness & Strength Training, Driver Education, Health, Health & Nutrition
  • SCIENCE ELECTIVES: Introduction to Engineering, Principles of Engineering, Digital Electronics, Forensics, Astronomy, Animal Behavioral Science, Environmental Science, Medical Terminology & Diagnosis
  • BUSINESS ELECTIVES: Broadcasting, Career Pathways, Yearbook
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