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The Judeo-Christian Tradition 110/111 IB Theory of Knowledge 1 & 2 133/158
Required of all freshmen Prerequisite: Enrollment in IB Diploma Program
This course examines the key themes of our faith tradition TOK is an interdisciplinary requirement of the IB program
from both an academic and personal perspective using the intended to stimulate critical reflection on the knowledge
Bible as a primary source. Students will learn the critical tools and experience gained inside and outside the classroom.
needed to interpret the Bible in a Catholic context. A primary The course challenges students to question the bases of
objective is to provide roots and security for students amid knowledge, to be aware of subjective and ideological biases
our changing culture by firmly grounding them in Scripture and to develop the ability to analyze knowledge claims. TOK
and Tradition. encourages students to appreciate other cultural perspectives
and to examine those perspectives in the light of Catholic
Sacramental Theology 120 teachings.
The first half of this course is taken during the second half of
Required of all sophomores junior year. The second half is taken during the first half of
senior year.
In this course, the Seven Sacraments are presented as freely
given but undeserved gifts from God which come from Church History/Catholic Social Teaching 134
the life and teachings of Christ. An emphasis is placed on
how participating in the Sacraments helps us to build our Prerequisite: Enrollment in IB Career-related Program
relationship with God. The major topics covered include the
history and effects of the Sacraments of Christian Initiation, This course will focus on Church History, telling the story of
Healing, and Service. Students investigate the role that prayer Church through analysis of the major events and key persons
plays in building a personal relationship with God while who have shaped it and it will also focus on principles of
discovering the signs and symbols present in the rite of each Catholic Social Teaching as taught by the Catholic Church.
Sacrament. Discussion of PPS requirements and the Reflective Project,
which are part of the IB Career-related Program, occasionally
Christian Morality 122 take place in this special course for IBCP students.
Required of all sophomores IB Personal and Professional Skills 1 & 2
135/156
Using the light of Sacred Scripture and Catholic Tradition,
this course explores personal and societal conduct that is Prerequisite: Enrollment in IB Career-related Program
compatible with our dignity as human persons. Students
investigate such topics as Natural Law, conscience, and This course aims to help students develop as reflective,
absolute moral values; grace, virtue, and sin; contemporary faith-filled, and lifelong learners who can adapt to diverse
moral dilemmas; and relativism in today’s society. situations, recognize personal strengths and identify ways
to overcome challenges. We also aim to help students be
Church History 130 aware of and respond effectively to ethical dilemmas, value
diversity of cultures and perspectives, and demonstrate
Required of all juniors the ten attributes of the IB learner profile. Emphasis is on
the development of skills needed to successfully navigate
This course will focus on Church History, telling the story of the higher education, the workplace, ongoing adult participation
Church through analysis of the major events and key persons in Catholic parish life, and society. In this course, students
who have shaped it. are assisted with satisfactorily completing two additional
components of the 4-part IBCP core and this involves:
Catholic Social Teaching 131
• P roducing a final Reflective Project (minimum of 50
Required of all juniors hours) that examines an ethical dilemma associated with
an issue from their career-related studies and that is
This course will focus on Catholic social teaching that grew submitted to IBO for moderation; and
out of Jesus Christ’s concern for the dignity of all persons,
especially the poor and powerless. Special attention will be • Service Learning in which students participate in
given to all seven principles of Catholic Social Teaching. a minimum of 50 hours of practical application of
knowledge and skills towards meeting an identified
Church History/Catholic Social Teaching 132 community need.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in IB Diploma Program Senior Theology 151
This course will focus on Church History, telling the story of the IBCP students select #157 & IBDP students select #159
Church through analysis of the major events and key persons
who have shaped it and it will also focus on Catholic social This semester course will provide opportunities for students
teaching that grew out of Jesus Christ’s concern for the dignity to explore the key elements of faith development including
of all persons, especially the poor and powerless. Special distinctions between faith, religion and theology, the stages
attention will be given to all seven principles of Catholic
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