Academics

Overview

Central Catholic is a college preparatory high school that offers students a rigorous, diverse curriculum rooted in the Traditions of the Catholic faith. Central Catholic’s faculty is comprised of highly skilled and devoted educators, who understand the vital role they have in shaping each student, preparing them for the challenges they are sure to face as college students and as global citizens in the 21st century.
Classes are designed to promote critical thinking, effective communication and strong reasoning skills. All courses offered meet or exceed the admission requirements for both public and private universities nationwide, including the University of California. Every year it is our goal for 100% of our seniors to attend college. Students are encouraged to challenge themselves in their course selection and, for those students who seek a more rigorous course of study, Central Catholic offers honors and AP classes in English, social studies, mathematics, science and foreign language.  

Here at Central Catholic, we have a strong commitment to the arts; we offer classes in dance, drama, music, drawing and painting and three-dimensional art. We are proud to offer four productions a year at the Gallo Center for the Performing Arts where our students are given the opportunity to showcase their talents at a professional venue.

Course Requirements/Recommendations

History/Social Science
  • World History: 2 semesters (10 units)
  • United States History: 2 semesters (10 units)
  • Government /Economics: 2 semesters (10 units)
English 8 semesters (40 units)
Mathematics 6 semesters (30 units)
Science
  • Life sciences: 2 semesters (10 units)
  • Physical sciences: 2 semesters (10 units)
Foreign Language recommended (30 units)
Visual Performing Arts 2 semesters (10 units)
Theology 8 semesters (40 units)
Physical Education 4 semesters (20 units)
Health Education 1 semester (5 units)
Speech 1 semester (5 units)
Geography 1 semester (5 units)
Freshman Skills 1 semester (5 units)

Christian Service Volunteer Work Total 100 hours. 25 hours completed per year of which 5 must be core hours.

Four Year Chart

List of 4 items.

  • 9th Grade

    ClassCredits
    Theology10
    English10
    Math10
    Geography (1 semester)5
    Health (1 semester)5
    Speech (1 semester)5
    Freshman Skills (1 semester)5
    Elective
    Elective
    Total credits70

  • 10th Grade

    ClassCredits
    Theology10
    English10
    Math10
    US History10
    Science10
    Elective10
    Elective10
     
     Total credits70

  • 11th Grade

    ClassCredits
    Theology10
    English10
    Math10
    World History10
    Science10
    Elective10
     
     Total credits70

  • 12th Grade

    ClassCredits
    Theology10
    English10
    Government/Economics10
    Elective10
    Elective10
    Elective10
     
     Total credits70

Central Catholic High School

200 S. Carpenter Road Modesto, CA 95351 | (209) 524-9611 | info@cchsca.org
Central Catholic High School is a four-year college preparatory high school in the Central Valley of California. Central Catholic blends a strong academic program with a full slate of co-curricular activities, sports and clubs to involve the whole student.