Courses

Father Dueñas Memorial School offers a four-year program of college-preparatory courses. We additionally offer an ever expanding variety of elective classes and the largest selection of AP courses of any high school on the island.

Course Offerings & Credits

FDMS offers a four-year program of college-preparatory courses, and each student is required to take seven courses each year while at FD. By the end of the course of studies, all students typically have four credits of theology, four credits of English, four credits of mathematics, four credits of science, four credits of social studies, at least two years of a world language, and six additional courses.  The basic course selection for each grade level is as follows:

Electives (Junior and Senior year):

Electives are available for juniors and seniors. These classes encompass an ever-growing range of disciplines. They include ,but are not limited those listed in the course catalog section above.

Academic Credits from Other Institutions

The school reserves the right to recognize or deny credits from other schools or certified tutors. Only with explicit permission from the school principal may FDMS students take courses at other institutions and apply earned credits toward graduation requirements.

Advanced Placement (AP) Program

To prepare students for college level work and to provide a more challenging academic experience, FDMS offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses that are audited annually by The College Board. Through The College Board's AP courses and exams, students can earn college credit, stand out in the college admission process, and learn from some of the most skilled and dedicated teachers at FDMS.

The AP program is for students with exceptional ability, commitment, and interest in the subject. Students may choose to take one or more if qualified.

All students enrolled in an AP course are required to take the AP exam in May to earn the AP designation for the course.

Participation in Religion Curriculum

All students enrolled in Father Dueñas Memorial School automatically commit themselves to participate in the school’s religion program. Although Catholic schools do not compel students to profess any religious belief, it is expected that all students, regardless of their beliefs, will participate fully in the religious education program at the school. Students are required to attend all religion classes, retreats and worship services. Students are expected to conduct themselves respectfully and reverently during prayer, worship and religion class.