Curriculum
We are committed to preparing our students for college and beyond. We are constantly striving to improve the curriculum and instruction we provide to our young people, so that our students will enter college with the knowledge necessary to succeed.
Cristo Rey's curriculum includes...
- 40+ courses over four years in English, Mathematics, Science, Theology, History, Latin, Art, and Health & Fitness, including nine AP Course option
- STEM courses in our state-of-the-art Engineering Lab, including Engineering Design
- Additional electives for 11th and 12th graders to choose from: Creative Writing, Art Portfolio, Service Learning and more
- Professional Studies courses to prepare students for rewarding careers, including a Financial Literacy course about the basics of money management and budgeting
Summer Bridge
All incoming 9th graders attend a two-week Summer Bridge Program to support the transition from middle school to high school. During the two weeks, students are focused on preparing for their academic courses and their Work-Study experience. Students are deeply engaged in Math, Reading, and Leadership in Learning (executive functioning skills) classes. Students participate in professional studies classes that help prepare them for their year-long professional work experience. The Summer Bridge Program allows the students to cultivate a sense of belonging at Cristo Rey Philadelphia. They build relationships with faculty, staff, peers, and families in our community as they are introduced to our mission. We nurture and challenge every student so they are prepared for college and beyond.
Courses offered...
- Reading Foundations
- Math Foundations
- Leadership in Learning
- Cristo Rey Seminar
- Work-Study: Prep for Success
Experiences...
- College Visits
- Parent Information Sessions
- Parent Dinner
