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Tri-Level Program *Graduation Requirements offers classes in a tri-level program. The program Total credits required for graduation are 25 credits. consists of an Honors level, College Prep, and Academic The following is a list of required courses for GRADUATION: level. Under our guidance, students and parents are allowed English 4.0 Math 3.0 Economics 0.5, to choose the level that best fits the needs of the individual Fine Arts 1.0 4.0 Health 0.5, SAINT BEDE student. Driver Education 0.5 Science 2.5 Social Studies 2.0 • Honors Physical Education 0.5 Electives 6.5 The most challenging of levels. Courses at this level Vocational are weighted, allowing a student to earn up to a 5.0 During the senior year, a student may enroll in vocational courses at GPA. the LaSalle-Peru Area Career Center. • College Preparatory Most St. Bede Students find themselves in the Honors Classes college preparatory level. This level challenges the A single asterisk(*) indicates courses available at the Honors level. students and prepares them for post secondary education. Advanced Placement (AP) Classes • Academic Level to be offered during the 2013-2014 academic year. The academic level offers more supportive learning Calculus, Chemistry, European History, Physics environment. These classes meet graduation requirements, along with meeting the needs of the Early Entry College (E2C) - offered through IVVC and taught more challenged student. on campus at Saint Bede Psychology, Art Appreciation, Government, May the Rule of Saint Benedict be our guide... Grading Scale Music Appreciation, Speech A: 93-100, B: 85-92, C: 77-84, D: 69-76, F: Bellow 68 Dual Credit Courses may the Spirit of Saint Bede stay2014-2015 with us forever. Grading System Currently Advanced Art (3) is offered as a Dual Credit Course. A weighted grade system allows the student to attain a G.P.A. Meaning it can be taken for high school and college credit. It is a Profile higher than the standard 4.0 scale. The scale is as follows: 3-credit class that is transferrable to most universities. A - 4, B - 3, C - 2, D - 1, F - 0. Additional weighting is given to the Honors and Advanced Placement level courses: A - 5, Optimization of a class schedule could allow a student to earn up to B - 4, C - 3, D - 2, F - 0. 33 hours of transcripted college credit. Course Offerings: Business & Computers Mathematics Science Accounting Pre-Algebra, Algebra I*, Geometry*, Chemistry*, Biology*, Dr. Ted Struck, Superintendent Information Technology I & II Algebra II*, Applied Math, Pre-Calculus* Advanced Placement Chemistry*, Statistics Advanced Placement Physics*, English Biology II*, Physics, [email protected] English I*, English II*: American Literature Foreign Language Environmental Science & Writing, Mandarin Chinese* (4 years), English III*: British Literature and Writing, Spanish * (4 years) Social Studies English IV*: Literature & Essay, U.S. History*, Speech I, Study Skills Physical Education World History, Physical Education, Health Education Sociology, Mrs. Michelle A. Mershon, Principal Fine Arts Religion Economics*, Band (4 years); Chorus (4 years), Religion I: , 20th Century History* Introduction to Art, Religion II: & , Advanced Placement European History* [email protected] Art II, Advanced Art Religion III: Faith & Morals, Photography Religion IV: Life & Justice

Graduates Fr. Ronald Margherio OSB, Chaplain 98% attend a post-secondary college or university. Colleges and universities attended include: Art Institute of Chicago Hawaii Pacific University Northern Colorado University University of Colorado Augustana College Illinois Institute of Technology Northern Illinois University University of Dayton [email protected] Beloit University Illinois Institute of Art Northwestern University University of Evansville Benedictine University Illinois State University Princeton University University of Illinois - Champaign-Urbana Berkeley School of Music Illinois Valley Community College Purdue University University of Illinois - Chicago Blackhawk Community College Illinois Weslyan Quincy College University of Indiana Bradley University Iowa State University Sauk Valley C.C. University of Iowa Ms. Theresa Bernabei, Director of Guidance Carroll College Johns Hopkins University Southern Illinois University University of Kansas Colgate University Kishwaukee Community College St. College University of Kentucky [email protected] Columbia College Knox College St. John’s University University of Michigan Cornell College Loras College St. ’s College University of Missouri Creighton University Loyola University St. Louis University University of Nebraska DePaul University Marquette University St. Mary’s of Notre Dame University of Notre Dame Dominican College Massachusetts Institute of Technology St. Mary’s University University of Pennsylvania Drake University Miami University of Ohio St. ’s College University of Pittsburgh Mr. Tom McGunnigal, Director of Admissions Eastern Illinois University Michigan Tech University Temple University University of St. Francis Elmhurst College Millikin University College University of San Diego [email protected] Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Mississippi State Truman State University of Tampa Eureka College New York University Tulane University Vanderbilt University Fontbonne University North Central College University of Arizona Western Illinois University Harvard University North Dakota State University of Chicago Wyoming Technical Institute 24 W US Highway 6, Peru, IL 61354 • 815-223-3140 • www.st-bede.com Building character among High School Overview of Academics Program Christian Service Program Organizations students for over 100 years. Abbey Mass Servers, Ambassadors, Band, Bass Fishing, We are dedicated to developing well-rounded, well- Through , school and community projects students Saint Bede Academy has been providing quality Caedmon Literary Magazine, Chorus, Eucharistic Ministers, prepared citizens who leave Saint Bede Academy not only experience a rich diversity of opportunities, develop a broader education in North Central Illinois for over 117 years. Homecoming Variety Show, Last Supper Club, Lectio Divina, ready to pursue post-secondary studies but with a lifelong sense of citizenship and gain knowledge regarding potential While we pride ourselves in our rich history and tradition, Lectors, Musical, Peer Tutors, Pep Club, Photography, Prom commitment to learning. Our graduation requirements we understand the ever-changing needs of students career paths. Students are required to complete a total of Committee, Retreat Leaders, Rocket Club, Scholastic Bowl, ensure that students will have a firm grounding in Christian today. Our goal is to provide students with an education 100 hours of service work as a graduation requirement. Spanish Club, Stage Crew, Student Government, Science that will not only develop their minds, but also strengthen doctrine and Catholic teaching, will have passed the core Club, Yearbook Staff, Technology Club, Ultimate Frisbee their character preparing them for life’s challenges. English, mathematics, and science courses critical to success Overview of Athletics Program Club, Genesius Project, Interact Club, Venturing Group. at the post-secondary level and will have completed studies The goal of the Saint Bede athletic program is for students to Currently, 98% of our students attend some type of post- Student Population in a variety of other areas including foreign languages enjoy and benefit from the high school athletic experience. secondary schooling. Traditionally, our A.C.T scores rank #1 The student population is 315 students, 173 boys and 142 and the arts. Through our tri-level academic program, all Our program stresses the need for balance in the life of the in the surrounding area and many of our Top Ten students students are continually challenged to extend their skills girls. Average class size is 18.0 and a Student-faculty ratio graduate with a G.P.A. above a 4.0. An amazing 97% of student-athlete between classroom and gym or playing field, of 14.5:1. and perform to the peak of their abilities. Peer-tutoring, Saint Bede students participate in extra-curricular activities. teamwork and leadership, -like behavior and the thrill guidance, counseling, and other professional services The freshman class represents 19 different junior high Our objective is to get and keep students involved. The of competition and victory. We offer team and individual schools, including home schooled 8th graders. support students in their efforts. We recognize that the more they do, the more they learn. Every experience is a life sports at a variety of levels and strive to provide an activity lesson. The academic environment at Saint Bede encourages involvement of parents and guardians is crucial to student to meet the interests and abilities of every student. We students to excel, both in and out of the classroom. We success, and we attempt to strengthen the bond between ACT Composite Score Comparison emphasize participation with sportsmanship while commit to having graduates leave the Academy ready both home and school through frequent formal reports, on- 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 continually motivating our athletes to improve their skills spiritually and academically, for life in the real world. line access to grades and personal contact. A Saint Bede and level of performance. We want every student-athlete to graduate is a confident, accomplished young adult ready to 25.5 Mission Statement truly believe that “It’s GREAT to be a Bruin!” meet the challenges outside the walls of the Academy. 25.0 Saint Bede Academy is a Catholic high school in the 24.5 Benedictine tradition which endeavors to prepare students 2013-2014 Academic Highlights 2013-2014 Athletic Highlights for college and for life by welcoming them into a community 24.0 • For the third year in a row, three of the top ten students • The second year of The Father Kevin Gorman Award of learning permeated by Christian values. 23.5 on the 25th Annual News Tribune All-Academnic team saw four girls receive the recognition as four-year, three 23.0 Statement of Core Values were Saint Bede seniors, Michael Bellino (IL Wesleyan), sport season student-athletes Morgan Knoblauch, Tara Saint Bede Academy professes the following core values: Sophie Carus (Ohio State), and Christopher Sampson Kunkel, Raley Mauck, and Laura Sickley. 22.5 faith, character, academic excellence, community, • Michael Bellino was named Bureau County Republican (Creighton). 22.0 stewardship, and justice. We endeavor to practice and to Baseball Player of the Year. • Volleyball(3.25), Girls Cross Country (3.15), Boys Golf teach them in these ways: • The football team found it’s way to the playoffs for the 21.5 (3.06), Girls Basketball (3.48), Boys Basketball (3.14), • By deepening and communicating our understanding of forth consecutive year. We have made the state football Boys Tennis (3.29), Softball (3.15), and Baseball (3.03) 21.0 the Catholic faith; playoffs in eight of the last ten years all earned recognition with the IHSA Team Academic 20.5 • By providing for our students a model of moral and • Junior golfer Sydney Eustice advanced to the state golf Achievement Award by maintaining a team GPA over 3.0 religious character; meet for the first time. Gabby Mendoza, Joe Dudek, and 20.0 for their respective seasons. We had eight of our fifteen Jarret Olson each advanced to the setional meet after 19.5 • By pursuing excellence in all our academic efforts; varsity sports earn this recognition. advancing through regional round competition. • By exemplifying a community in service to others; • An educational exchange relationship was established Saint Bede State AVG • By practicing responsible stewardship of all ’s gifts with The Kinglee School in Zhengzhou, China. This Sports to us; allows their students to attend the Saint Bede boarding Baseball, Basketball (boys/girls), Bowling (boys/girls), Academic Recognition Received • By treating all people with respect and justice. school. But more importantly it provides Saint Bede Football, Golf (boys/girls), Tennis (boys/girls), Track (boys/ National Merit finalists from 2000-2014: 3 We believe that, by consistently living according to these students with an opportunity to attend school in China girls), Weightlifting (boys/girls), Wrestling, Cheerleading, National Merit commended students from 2000-2014: 10 values, we will inspire our students to the lifelong practice with the same curriculum offerings they receive at the Softball, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Cross Country (boys/girls), Illinois State Scholars from 2000-2014: 161 of a Christian way of life. Academy. The venture is a win-win for both institutions. Swimming (boys/girls). President’s Award for Academic Excellence: 250 Why Saint Bede? SAINT BEDE ACADEMY Upon graduation Saint Bede students will have begun to Christian Formation develop a lifelong commitment to learning. They will have a firm grounding in Christian doctrine and Catholic teaching, “The mission of Saint Bede Academy is the Christ-centered development of the whole person with compassion and integrity.” An and will have learned how to use values to evaluate important part of that mission is the Christian Formation Program. The program is aimed at helping the student towards an adult faith social, moral and political situations. (They will have that engages both the mind and the spirit. Therefore, every student is enrolled in a religion class every semester at the Academy. demonstrated the ability to listen attentively, read critically, These courses span a wide range of topics: Scripture, morality, and , history, doctrine, Christian lifestyles and write and speak clearly, and think analytically.) They will social justice. We are well aware that many of our students come from non-Catholic or even non-Christian backgrounds, and make be aware of their place in the world community, of their a special effort to help them navigate through unfamiliar territory. responsibility as citizens, and of the Christian commitment Christian Formation must engage more than just the intellect, so we offer our students regular opportunities for prayer and to service of others. They will have determined some of their personal strengths and weaknesses, developed the ability to reflection. Prayer begins every class period, and is a part of athletic and extra-curricular activities as well. Weekly prayer services, work with others, and been expected to take responsibility monthly all-school masses, class masses and days of recollection give our students a variety of worship experiences, as well as an for their own actions. Above all, they will have begun to opportunity to use their gifts as servers, musicians, prayer leaders or Eucharistic ministers. The of reconciliation is offered see true humility, understanding that this demands an formally twice a year, but students are always welcome to see one of the priests on the staff for confession and/or pastoral counseling. acceptance of their dependent relationship to God. Finally, the Service Program ensures that knowledge of Catholicism translates into Christian service.

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