Tri-Level Program *Graduation Requirements Saint Bede 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 Religion 4.0 Health 0.5, SAINT BEDE ACADEMY 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: Revelation, 20th Century History* Introduction to Art, Religion II: Church & Sacraments, 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. Ambrose College University of Kentucky [email protected] Columbia College Knox College St. John’s University University of Michigan Cornell College Loras College St. Joseph’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. Michael’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 Trinity 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 parish, school and community projects students Saint Bede Academy has been providing quality Catholic 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, Christ-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 good 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