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Religious Education DepartmentThe heart of the Catholic secondary education offered by Ursuline High School is found in the programs, courses, and activities of the Religious Education Department. The department helps the school "to teach as Jesus did" by being the primary coordinating agents of the Proclamation of the Word, the Building of Catholic Community, and the Call to Christian Service. Faculty Miss Rita Minghetti - Chairperson  Mrs. Nannette Jacobs  Sr. Kathleen McCarragher, O.S.U.  Mrs. Linda Lucarell Miller  Sr. Regina Rogers, O.S.U. - Assistant Principal Course Descriptions
CATHOLIC CHRISTIANITYGRADE 9 REQUIRED 1/2 credit This freshman level course provides students with an understanding of the basic dogmas and beliefs of the Catholic faith so that students share a common vocabulary and unified vision of the Catholic heritage. Students will explore and appreciate the meaning of the Catholic faith on a personal, historical, and affective level. Special emphasis will be given to the sacramental life of the Church.
OLD TESTAMENTGRADE 9 REQUIRED 1/2 credit This freshman scripture course focuses on the history and religious writings of the Jewish people from Abraham to Jesus. Students will come to understand the Old Testament as the basis of the faith of Christianity. Emphasis will be placed on the Creation story, the Exodus and Covenant events, the writings of the Prophets, and the prayers and reflections found in the Psalms.
NEW TESTAMENTGRADE 10 REQUIRED 1/2 credit This sophomore level scripture course focuses on the ministry, suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus as found in the Gospels. The students will study the formation of the early Church with an emphasis on the life of Peter and Paul as found in the Acts of the Apostles and the Epistles. Personal faith development will be encouraged and challenged through application of scripture themes to daily life issues.
MORALITYGRADE 10 REQUIRED 1/2 credit\ Moral development is the main emphasis of this sophomore requirement. Students will study Catholic moral principles and values, conscience formation, the meaning of integrity, the importance of applying moral principles to decision-making, the call to live responsibly, and the freedom that results from living a Gospel-based life. Students will also learn to apply these principles to individual issues and moral dilemmas from a Catholic perspective.
SOCIAL AWARENESSGRADE 11 REQUIRED 1/2 credit This course provides juniors the opportunity to examine social issues such as capital punishment, hunger, homelessness, prejudice, and violence from a Catholic perspective through an examination of the Church’s social justice documents. Students will grow to understand the Church’s "preferential option for the poor" as Christ’s mandate for the people of God.
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH HISTORYGRADE 11 REQUIRED 1/2 credit This course will highlight the main events and key figures that have been essential to the 2,000-year old story of Christianity. Within the context of the chronological history of Roman Catholicism, the use of art, architecture, music, and primary source material for each period will enhance student learning. Topics to be covered include the major Church Councils, the East-West Schism, the Protestant Reformation, the founding of Religious Orders, and the Church in the United States. Students will be encouraged to understand and appreciate their role within the global and local Church.
EDUCATION IN FAITH (GOOD NEWS)GRADE 11 ELECTIVE 1 credit For this junior elective students plan and execute the weekend Religious Education Program for children with developmental difficulties and special needs. Students will learn the basics of contemporary catechesis with particular attention given to lesson planning, classroom management techniques, learning theory, methodology, and teaching skills. This program meets on Saturday mornings throughout the year. Students will also complete the objectives of the Social Awareness course as part of their curriculum. THIS COURSE FULFILLS THE JUNIOR RELIGION REQUIREMENT.
EDUCATION IN FAITH (TEACHING CCD)GRADE 11 ELECTIVE 1 credit This elective course is conducted simultaneously with Education in Faith (Good News). Students enrolled in this class will serve in parish religious education programs for children. Students will learn the basics of contemporary catechesis with particular attention given to lesson planning, classroom management techniques, learning theory, methodology, and teaching skills. Participation in this program requires the commitment to teach in a parish CCD program. Students will also complete the objectives of the Social Awareness course as part of their curriculum. THIS COURSE FULFILLS THE JUNIOR RELIGION REQUIREMENT. PREREQUISITE: APPLICATION AND TEACHER APPROVAL
CONTEMPORARY ISSUESGRADE 12 REQUIRED 1/2 credit In this course, seniors will focus on issues surrounding evolution and creationism with an in-depth study of Genesis 1 - 11. Modern social issues such as alcohol and drug addiction, human sexuality, bioethics, and the Catholic response to death and dying will be researched and discussed. Emphasis will be given to ethical decisions resulting from modern medical technology and life-sustaining treatments. Students will spend one-quarter examining Jesus in the modern media. Students will view contemporary films as a springboard to identify, interpret and discuss their scriptural messages and Christian symbolism.
WORLD RELIGIONSGRADE 12 REQUIRED 1/2 credit This course for seniors encourages tolerance and understanding of diverse religious beliefs and practices, a necessity considering our diverse culture and the impact of living in a global society. Study will focus on Primal Traditions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Islam, and modern religious movements. The study of Christianity will focus on Roman Catholic Church History and preparation for the ACRE assessment.
CHRISTIAN SERVICEGRADE 12 ELECTIVE 1 credit Christian Service is an elective for seniors who have been accepted through an application process. Students research community service locations, develop a personal schedule, and serve at four different locations weekly for the remainder of the semester. In order to integrate these experiences, reflection papers, journals and projects will be assigned. Each Friday, students participate in seminar activities that focus on the relationship between the students’ service and Jesus’ call for love and compassion for all. THIS COURSE FULFILLS THE SENIOR RELIGION REQUIREMENT. PLEASE NOTE: Service meets for TWO PERIODS for one semester. PREREQUISITE: 80% or better average in Religious Education courses; 90% or better Conduct average; less than 10 days absence and 10 days tardy per year; completion of application and essay
HONORS RELIGIONGRADE 12 ELECTIVE 1 credit Honors Religion 12, Living in the World with a Catholic Heart, engages students in an in-depth exploration of selected topics for mature Catholic faith development. The course will introduce students to philosophy and the human mind’s quest for knowledge and ultimate truth. Beginning with the study of classical philosophers, students will gain an appreciation of the gifts of reason and free will. Building on this philosophical background, students will be introduced to fundamental Catholic theology and the search for God, God’s revelation to us, and the ultimate gift of Jesus Christ who continues to live among us through the gift of the Church. Students will explore selected topics and develop a deeper understanding for and application of the richness of Catholic teaching and Tradition. This study will enable students to apply the Catholic perspective to contemporary issues. Teacher approval is necessary for admission to this class. As this is an honors level course, students will be awarded an extra quality point when calculating their GPA. |
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