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Excellence Defined

  • 2011-12 Course Book 

    - 1:1 wireless laptop program, integrating technology into each 
       facet of the curriculum
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  • - The Infinity Project, the first nationally recognized pre-engineering 
       program in an all-girls school in the state of Illinois
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  • - Opportunity to gain college credit through a dual enrollment option 
       with Moraine Valley Community College
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  • - 11 Advanced Placement courses with opportunities for college credit
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  • - St. Catherine of Siena Scholars program
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  • - Student Portfolio Program enabling students to chart their progress 
      over 4-years and reflect on their growth as a scholar
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  • - Unique electives, including an entrepreneurial technology course, 
      for every student’s special interests  

 

Academic Innovations

Peace students lead their peers and set themselves apart in the area of technology, which is seamlessly integrated throughout the curriculum, giving faculty and students the ability to expand horizons and discover the latest innovations. As a fully integrated laptop school, students experience mobile computing and ubiquitous technology in their daily academic lives.

Using appropriate digital tools, Peace students develop critical-thinking skills to conduct research and manage projects, becoming digital citizens in the global community. The 1:1 program also supports individual learning while contributing to the learning of others.