​​Curriculum

The curriculum at archdiocesan Catholic schools integrates the mission of Christ to teach the Gospel message to all. The archbishop and archdiocese are committed to providing strong academic experiences for students in school communities that reflect two purposes: the teaching mission of the Church and the need to educate youth for life in a way that relies on academic skills and requires sound preparation.

The curriculum consists of all learning experiences that are planned and organized under the principal's leadership, implementing the school's educational goals in a manner that reflects a commitment to Catholic teachings. The curriculum must be consistent with the philosophy of the school, educational policies of the archdiocese, and requirements of the applicable sections of the California Education Code. The commitment to ongoing academic excellence, personal growth, leadership, and service as components of Catholic identity extends to all aspects of the academic program.

The curriculum at St. Anthony High School is planned at each school to meet these overall objectives and the particular needs of the individual school community. The Department of Catholic Schools provides support for curriculum matters. The archdiocesan high school curriculum is coordinated by the principal with senior academic and administration staff. While the principal may raise curriculum issues with consultative school boards and groups, the principal reserves responsibility for curriculum matters.

St. Anthony High School endeavors to develop in its students' intellectual growth, moral and spiritual maturity, responsible citizenship, social awareness, physical well-being, and an understanding of the alternatives in his/her vocational and educational future. St. Anthony High School provides for both the college-bound and non-college bound student. The schools' curriculum meets all State, Archdiocesan and college requirements. Please note the requirements for graduation for St. Anthony High School correspond to entrance requirements for the University of California and the California State University systems.

It is important that parents understand that occasional scheduling conflicts and enrollment numbers may necessitate a change in student schedules and courses offered. For this reason, students cannot be guaranteed a place in all their first choice classes.

Course Offerings

Current course offerings may be found on the school website at: https://www.longbeachsaints.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=54336&type=d&pREC_ID=1435220

Notes

• Students must demonstrate minimum proficiency to progress to the next sequential math or world language.
• Minimum proficiency for math is a grade of C or better in the current course and a passing score on the readiness test for the next course.
• For Spanish progression, a grade of C or better is required in Spanish 1 to progress to Spanish 2.  To progress to Spanish 3 students must earn a B or better in Spanish 2.
• Students are permitted to repeat only one sequential course, i.e. Spanish or math, at St. Anthony High School during the regular school year.  All other courses must be made up during summer school. 

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