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For Students
What is the Peace Experience?
Studies show young women excel academically and socially when encouraged to explore their strengths and interests in an environment that is free from gender stereotypes. With small classes, caring teachers and an array of cutting-edge academic, co-curricular and social opportunities, YOU are exceptionally well prepared at Peace to succeed in high school, college and in life.
The following are some of the Unparalleled Opportunities found at Peace:
- Nearly 100 academic courses
- 9 Dual Enrollment Courses and 3 Virtual Classroom Courses (Advanced Placement Psychology and American Government)
- 10 Advanced Placement Courses
- 15 Honor Selections
- 3 World Languages - Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and French
- Interactive Videoconferencing in the Peace Media Center
- The Infinity Project
- Travel Trips - Paris, Mexico, Costa Rica and New York City
- Arts Without Borders Program
- 8 Sports Programs with 20 Competitive Teams
- 35 Captivating Co-Curricular Activities and Clubs
- Social Events - 6 dances and 3 spirit assemblies
- Student Portfolio Program
- St. Catherine of Siena Scholars
Peace students are encouraged to explore their talents and creativity in music, art, dance, drama and in a variety of Fine Arts courses. Queen of Peace is able to provide such innovative learning opportunities because of its hi-tech wireless campus and 1:1 laptop program. This environment has changed the dynamics in every course and classroom and has allowed for the creation of new course offerings in computer repair, pre-engineering, digital photography and business entrepreneurship; as well as new applications in the sciences, including robotics, laser engineering and biotechnology.
With an abundance of class options and the support of extraordinary teachers, it is easy to understand why Women of Peace consistently excel.
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