|  | | LWHS academics are both rigorous and vigorous. They foster authentic engagement, love of learning, thoughtful inquiry and in-depth analysis, rather than adhering to outmoded approaches that rely on rote memorization and “inch-deep” coverage. Lick’s challenging and compelling academic program ensures students’ preparedness for college and for a fruitful lifetime of learning. The School’s academic reputation, based on high standards in a curriculum that is rich because it is not standardized, is highly regarded by colleges and universities, including those considered to be among the most highly selective. |
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| Note: All students must carry a minimum of six credit courses (30 units) per semester. Independent Studies and Teaching Assistantships cannot be used to satisfy the six courses per semester rule. The maximum number of courses a student may carry per semester is seven except for freshmen who may carry eight if they take an elective in the Performing Arts.
BODY-MIND EDUCATION*
1 year BME 9th (credit)
ENGLISH
4 years required
HISTORY & SOCIAL STUDIES
3 years required
MATHEMATICS
3 years required
(4 years recommended)
SCIENCE
2 years required:
9th (Biology)
10th (Chemistry)
(3 years lab science recommended)
TECHNICAL ARTS
2 years required:
1 year 9th Design & Technology
2 semesters 10th or 11th electives
VISUAL ARTS
1 yearlong UC-approved course:
9th Contemporary Media & Art fulfills this requirement
WORLD LANGUAGES
3 years of the same language
or 2 years each of 2 different languages
or completing the highest level offered (minimum of two years recommended)
TOTAL CREDITS
255 units
Plus successful completion of non-credit requirements:
ALL 9th THROUGH 11th GRADERS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE JELLIS BLOCK EVERY YEAR IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
*Formerly Physical Education and Health, Wellness, Fitness
**Courses subsumed by Contemporary Media and Body-Mind Education, respectively |
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