Curriculum
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The Diocese of Knoxville Catholic schools’ curriculum goals are illuminated by the light of faith and grounded in the spiritual truths of sacred scripture and Catholic tradition.
Through the integration of Catholic identity, spiritual formation, and moral/ethical behavior, our Catholic schools implement a rigorous curriculum focused on skills essential for students to become socially responsible global citizens. There is great emphasis on classical disciplines, development of creativity, problem-solving, decision-making and appreciation of truth and beauty in all aesthetic and cultural forms.
The framework for our curriculum is defined by the Diocese of Knoxville Grade Level Expectations, the State of Tennessee Curriculum Standards, National Content Standards, and the Benchmarks for Academic Excellence propagated by the National Catholic Education Association. The Diocese follows a schedule for Curriculum Grade Level Standards and Expectations review and revision.
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Social Studies
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Religion
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The Diocesan Standards for the High School curriculum is based on the Catechetical Framework of the USCCB for high schools.
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Science
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High School Standards
The State Board of Education sets the requirements for high school graduation. Per SBE Rule, students must achieve three high school level units of science in order to graduate with a high school diploma, including Biology I, either Chemistry or Physics, and one additional laboratory science course.
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Health and Physical Education
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State of Tennessee Academic standards for Health and Wellness Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 2
State of Tennessee Academic standards for Health and Wellness Grade 3 through Grade 5
State of Tennessee Academic standards for Health and Wellness Grade 6 through 8
State of Tennessee Academic standards for Health and Wellness Grade 9 through Grade 12
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