9th Grade Registration

9th Grade Registration Requirements 

9th graders must register for 13.5 credits. 

2 - English Language Arts credits (English 9)

2 - Mathematics credits (see below)

2 - Science credits (Earth & Space Science)

2 - Social Studies credits (Human Geography & Economics)

1- Physical Education credit 

0.5- 9th Grade Seminar

4- Elective credits 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (2 CREDITS)

Students are required to take two credits in English their 9th grade year by taking English 9. 

4000 - ENGLISH 9

Grade 9 (Full Year) 

English 9 is the foundational English course for high school. This course focuses on core English skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will read a wide variety of texts, including fiction and nonfiction. 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (2 CREDITS)

0100 – EL LITERATURE & COMPOSITION I

Grade 9, 10, 11, 12   (Full Year)

Prerequisite:  Department approval

This is a beginning English language development class offered to qualifying students.

 01500 – EL LITERATURE & COMPOSITION II

Grade 9, 10, 11, 12   (Full Year)

Prerequisite:  Department approval

This is a sheltered content class where English Learners focus on English language development in the context of English Language Arts. Students receive the required English Language Arts credits for each year they are enrolled. 

MATHEMATICS (2 CREDITS)

Students must complete 6 credits of math to graduate from high school.  The courses required include Algebra 9 and/or Geometry, as well as Algebra II or equivalent to graduate from high school. 9th grade students who have not completed a high school level Intermediate Algebra course in middle school should enroll in Algebra 9. Those students who have completed Algebra 9 (or equivalent) will take Geometry.  Those students who have completed Geometry will take Algebra II.

MATH ELECTIVES

Students who are planning to attend a four-year college are advised to take four years of math. Courses beyond the required courses include AP Pre-Calculus, Statistics, Discrete Math & Logic, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, and AP Statistics.

5000- ALGEBRA 9  

Grade 9, 10, 11, 12  (Full Year)

Placement in 9th grade Math will be determined by students and families in consultation with the 8th grade math teacher this Spring.

Students who take this course will study a variety of topics throughout the year.  Equal emphasis is placed on understanding the theoretical properties of algebra and its practical applications.  Topics include: variables; order of operations; integers; solving, graphing, and writing linear equations; solving and graphing linear inequalities; solving systems of linear equations; powers and exponents; quadratic equations; polynomials; factoring; proportions and rational equations; functions; and radicals.

5100 – GEOMETRY  

Grade 9, 10, 11, 12   (Full Year)

Placement in 9th grade Math will be determined by students and families in consultation with the 8th grade math teacher this Spring.

This course builds spatial reasoning and logical thinking skills.  The first semester topics include angle relationships, perpendicular lines, parallel lines, congruent triangles and quadrilaterals. Students are also first introduced to the two-column proof and are required to write proofs using their knowledge of the postulates and theorems.  

In the second semester, additional advanced concepts of polygons are introduced. Examples include similar polygons, right triangles with applications of the Pythagorean Theorem and trigonometry, and circles.  Students will also use properties of area and volume of two and three dimensional shapes, coordinate geometry, and transformations and mappings. 

5200- ALGEBRA II 

Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 (Full Year)

Placement in 9th grade Math will be determined by students and families in consultation with the 8th grade math teacher this Spring.

Prerequisite: Algebra 9 (or equivalent) and Geometry

This course builds upon the Algebra 9 and Geometry courses, providing greater depth in theory, calculation, and application.  It is a course that is necessary for students planning to attend a four-year college.  Topics will include linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, matrices, systems of equations, characteristics of functions, powers and roots, exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomials, rational functions, conic sections, sequences, series, probability and statistics.  Graphing calculators will be used extensively in this course.

SCIENCE (2 CREDITS )

Students are required to take two credits in Science their 9th grade year by taking Earth & Space Science.

6000 - EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE

Grade 9 (Full Year) 

The ninth grade general science course is an introduction to the field of physics. Its design provides students with an opportunity to understand many basic scientific principles. Through a variety of activities, students will use scientific procedures to collect and analyze laboratory data.

The course emphasizes fundamental physics principles through a lab based approach. The main topics are motion, forces, energy, work, power, electricity, magnetism, sound, and light.

Students will learn basic programming skills, and will construct some of their lab equipment from small robotics systems.

SOCIAL STUDIES (2 CREDITS)

Students are required to take two credits in Social Studies their 9th grade year by taking Human Geography & Economics 

7050 - HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 

Grade 9 (1 Semester)

Human Geography is a semester course designed to prepare students to be informed, concerned and engaged citizens of the world in which they live. This requires an understanding of the “where” and “why” of people and places. The first quarter content includes the following: the nature of geography as a discipline, geographic skills, demography/population studies, cultural geography and political geography. The second quarter content includes: economic geography, land use, and urban geography. This course satisfies the Minnesota standards in geography.

7055 - ECONOMICS 

Grade 9 (1 Semester)

Ninth grade Economics will cover a wide variety of topics including: personal economic choice and decision making, economic systems, the link between supply and demand, our global economy, and personal finance. Students will learn strategies to make smart economic decisions, how to be a smart consumer, and will have a better understanding of how our economy works.

7700 - U.S. HISTORY THROUGH FILM 

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

In this course, students will explore U.S. history through historical fiction movies that highlight the experiences and contributions of minority groups in the United States. By examining key themes such as historical empathy, power, agency, authority, and justice, students will analyze the struggles and triumphs of diverse communities. Each film serves as a lens to discuss issues of rights, citizenship, and conflict from multiple perspectives. Through critical analysis, students will connect historical events to ongoing social issues, gaining insight into how history informs our present and future.

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

8100 - 9th GRADE PHYSICAL EDUCATION-LIFELONG ACTIVITIES

Grade 9 (1 Semester) 

The activities selected for this course are designed to foster a life-long interest in recreation and physical activity. The design of the course will cultivate an appreciation for a healthy, social community outlet through sports and recreational activities. It will include individual/dual sports and fitness activities, as well as team sports which will focus on skill development.  This course meets the Physical Education requirement.

8125 - 9th GRADE PHYSICAL EDUCATION-TEAM SPORTS

Grade 9 (1 Semester)  

Team Sports is designed for the student that is competitive and enjoys being on a team. Basketball, volleyball, flag football, soccer, softball, handball, and other activities will be the backbone of this course.  This course meets the Physical Education requirement.

ELECTIVES (4 CREDITS)

ART

• All courses offered in this department apply to Minnesota’s Academic Standards in the Arts.

• SAVHS & the State of MN require 2 visual or performing art courses for graduation

1000- SURVEY OF ART 

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Material Fee: $25 

Prerequisite: None.  This course is a prerequisite for Drawing & Painting I & II and Advanced Art

This course is a hands-on introduction creating art! You will learn skills for drawing, painting, and a small intro into clay and sculpture.  Students will develop skills in understanding and appreciating art history, aesthetics, art criticism and studio art techniques. Students focus on the elements and principles of art & design and idea development. The basic goal is to expand the student’s art experience through studio art techniques while recognizing the value of art history. Effort and participation are emphasized to foster a positive life-long appreciation for the visual arts. 

1010-DRAWING & PAINTING I

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Material Fee: $25

Prerequisite: Survey of Art

Drawing and painting are basic forms of visual communication and integral skills for artistic expression. This course challenges students to explore styles of drawing and painting throughout art history. Students will be introduced to several 2D media and techniques including; graphite, charcoal, pastels, mixed media, watercolor and acrylic. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills necessary for free-hand sketching, observational drawing, and creative expression. Students will develop skills to creatively solve design problems while communicating personal expressions in each artwork they create.

1030-CERAMICS I  

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Material Fee:  $25

Prerequisite: None

This introduction to 3D clay artworks explores the powerful impact and many uses of pottery throughout the world. Students will learn hand-building techniques to create functional and decorative forms while studying clay terminology and glazing methods. Traditional wheel throwing techniques are explored and each student will throw pottery on the wheel.

1040-CERAMICS II  

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Material Fee:  $25

Prerequisite: Ceramics I

This class builds on the skills introduced in Ceramics I. Emphasis is placed on developing craftsmanship and creativity while working with clay. Units of study include, but are not limited to; functional & non-functional clay pottery, representational & non-representational sculpture, pinch, coil, slab and wheel thrown construction techniques. If you love working with clay this is the class for you! 

1050-DIGITAL DESIGN 

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Material Fee: $25 

Prerequisite: None

Digital design is for the student who has an interest in the compositions and techniques of digital art and design and wants to dive deeper into those concepts. We will be talking about Digital art history and how it evolved over time and how we can predict the direction it is going to stay relevant in an ever changing digital world. We will be making a website, creating a variety of digital artworks, creating motion graphics, exploring the possibilities and setbacks of AI, and dissecting the meaning of branding. There will be some photography as a tool in this class, but Digital design is the main focus of this class. 

 1070-PHOTOGRAPHY & DIGITAL ART

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (Full Year Class, but can be split up over several years)

1070 A- Semester 1: Photography & Digital Art Technique

1070 B- Semester 2: Photography & Digital Art Composition

Material Fee: $25 per semester

Prerequisite:  None   

Students will learn about how photography works, the history, the impact in the world, and how to take a great photograph through various projects and assignments.  Additionally students will use Photoshop and Illustrator to create original digital art pieces. In this course students’ art skills are enhanced through the use of the computer, digital camera, scanner and computer software to create personally expressive original artworks. Units of study include elements & principles of art and design, digital photography, illustration, digital imagery. Software applications studied and used include, but are not limited to, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator. Material Fee includes color printing and CD portfolio.  You can take these classes in any order at any time, they are different classes that teach skills that will help build your digital art and photography skills. Photography and Digital Art Techniques focuses on the technical skill required for design and photography, where Photography and Digital Art Composition focuses on creating works that are applicable to what working artists make in their careers. 

1080-DIGITAL DRAWING 

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Material Fee: $25 

Prerequisite: None

From comics to video games, special effects in movies, cartoons, even t-shirts and posters, most of the art we see today is done digitally. This class will focus on digital painting and drawing. No prior knowledge of digital art or digital drawing will be required for this class. We will learn how the elements of art apply to digital art, character design, concept art, video game design and illustration, as well 3-D digital design. We will be using Intuos drawing tablets, to draw in software programs including but not limited to Photoshop, Illustrator, and Animate. Whether you have an interest in learning how to create digital paintings, design characters or landscapes for video games, or just want to broaden your artistic skills to a new medium, this will be a class you will enjoy. 

1090 -ANIMATION & VIDEO  

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (Full Year Class, but can be split up over several years)

1090A- Semester 1: Animation & Video Technique

1090B- Semester 2: Animation & Video Composition

Material Fee: $25 each semester    

Prerequisite: None

Animation & Video is a class where you can learn to write, produce and create your own short animations and videos.. This will be teaching industry standards, to help bring amateur films to a professional level. This class will be broken up into 2 sections, which can be taken in any order at any time. A&V I will go through the basics of animation and video production, where A&V II will focus on the aesthetic and concepts within animation and video. Both sections will be creating original films. Learn about the art of videography and animation, their history as an artistic media, the aesthetics of film and animation, how to write a storyboard, camera techniques, film editing and how to market your content. Students in this class will study and critique different genres of film and animation and create short videos and animations with artistic intent during the class. Primary Animation techniques will be stop motion and keyframe. Technology and software used in this class will be digital camcorders, recording microphones, and a variety of software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, Premiere, After Effects, and Flipaclip.  

COMMUNICATIONS

3800 – YEARBOOK

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Prerequisite: None

This class will design, market, and distribute the St. Anthony Village High School yearbook. Students get to apply the skills and use the software they learned in Graphics and Web design to create the yearbook. This is a real world project and an opportunity to learn some business and marketing practices as well!  Students will interview community members and get experience in digital photography.  

MUSIC

All courses offered in this department apply to the State of Minnesota Arts requirement.

1200- HIGH SCHOOL BAND

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (Full Year)

Students interested in band for 2026-2027 should register for High School Band.  Specific band class placement will be determined this spring.

1425- HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (Full Year)

Students interested in choir for 2026-2027 should register for High School Choir.  Specific choir class placement will be determined this spring.

HEALTH SCIENCE

6150- EXPLORING HEALTH CAREERS

 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester) 

Prerequisite: None

Through this course, students will learn what it means to work in each of the five major areas of healthcare. Films, guest speakers, and hands-on experiences like reading an X-ray, designing a balloon catheter for angioplasty, tracking an E.coli outbreak, and stitching up a banana will give students a genuine understanding of the technical, intellectual, and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in different types of healthcare careers and provide a head start in developing them. By the end of the term, students will have an understanding of where their interests and strengths lie and what kinds of health careers might await them. 

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

3000 - CULINARY ESSENTIALS

 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester) 

Material Fee:  $25

Prerequisite: None

FOOD! Come learn about it, make it, and experience it! Learn how to prepare and serve quality food as well as make smart food choices.  Learn essential cooking skills, the proper use of kitchen equipment, knife skills, measurements, abbreviations, and recipe terms as you prepare delicious food from scratch.  Examples of foods we prepare: fajitas, stir fry, pasta primavera, chicken enchiladas, pizza and much more! Opportunities for groups to create their own recipes and flavors.

3100 - INTERNATIONAL FOODS 

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester) 

Material Fee: $25

Prerequisite: None

Explore FOOD from around the world. Take a tour through regional foods of the United States and then around the world.  Learn about various cultures and customs related to food.  Take virtual vacations and prepare traditional cuisine.  Taste test traditional treats and snacks from various regions in addition to cooking labs.  Possible field trip that explores ethnic restaurants in the Twin Cities or cultural events. 

3150 - BAKING AND PASTRIES  

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)  

Material Fee: $20

Prerequisite: None

Pastries, Cookies and Cakes; Oh my! Expand your baking with hands-on learning and teamwork. Focus on mixing methods, essential baking skills and the science behind ingredients and recipe techniques. Labs include: cookies, muffins, biscuits, yeast dough like cinnamon rolls and donuts, brownies, cupcakes and more. Show off your skills in competitions!

3250 - FASHION

Offered in 2027-2028

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)  

Material Fee: $10 Material Fee and other Fabric may be needed

Prerequisite: None

Dive into the world of fashion and fabrics! Learn how to use the principles and elements of design to create or enhance your own designs. Learn about fashion trends throughout time and in various cultures while learning about the fashion industry. Create your own designs as well as fashion and fabric projects. Possible field trips to Mall of America and fabric stores.

3300 – CHILD DEVELOPMENT 

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Prerequisite: None

Come learn about children and have fun doing so!  Learn about how children develop and how adults can help in their development.  Focus on various age levels and their physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development.  Students will partake in, plan, prepare, and present activities appropriate for various ages of children.  This course is recommended for all who  have goals to work with or have children. 

BUSINESS

3050- INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Prerequisite: None

Students will explore the world of business through topics that include finance, management, ethics, legal forms of business and operations as well as marketing. Through an introduction to business foundations in our free-market system students will develop a comprehensive view of business trends, the role of government, society, and our global economy that all contribute to successful business operations. Current industry issues will provide insights for case studies and entrepreneurial analytics. Students will gain insights on consumer buying decisions, human resources, and financial management. 

3060 – INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

 Prerequisite: None

This course explores careers in marketing, sales, or small business operation, including opportunities in retail, wholesale, advertising, and other occupational fields using marketing principles.  The central focus of the course is how the flow of goods and services from the producer to the consumer is impacted by marketing functions. Topics may include market research, the purchasing process, distribution systems, merchandising and promotion/display, salesmanship, sales promotions, store security and theft control, store operation, business management, and entrepreneurship. 

3800 –INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (1 Semester)

Prerequisite: None

In this course, students will develop an entrepreneurial mindset; a mindset capable of critical thinking and problem solving in a fast-paced professional environment. Students interested in starting their own business venture or creating a non-profit to help others will develop the core skills they need to be successful. Students will investigate the impact entrepreneurs have on the economy while exploring diverse pathways to entrepreneurship. They will engage in the discovery process to generate and validate new business ideas and develop a plan to market their business. 

WORLD LANGUAGE

SAVHS offers two language sequences for students - French, and Spanish. Students who are entering into a language for the first time should enroll in level 1. Students who have academic experience during middle school years are encouraged enroll at the appropriate level, as advised by their current teacher. 

2000 - FRENCH I  

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12   (Full Year)

Prerequisite:  None

This course is offered to students who are beginning their study of French.  The French speaking world is introduced by studying both the language and cultural aspects.  Students will begin to develop skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking.  Basic vocabulary and grammar concepts are taught in this course.    Students must pass each semester in order to continue on with the course.

2500-SPANISH I

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (Full Year)

Prerequisite: None

This course is offered to students who are beginning their study of Spanish.  The Spanish-speaking world is introduced by studying both the language and cultural aspects.  Students will begin to develop skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking.  Basic vocabulary and grammar concepts are taught in this course.  Students must pass Semester 1 in order to continue to Semester 2.

2600 - SPANISH II  

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (Full Year)

Prerequisite:  High School Spanish I

This course is designed for the second year Spanish student.  The students review and expand upon the vocabulary, grammar, and the skills (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) introduced during the first year.  Grammar concepts that will be taught allow students to function in both the present and past tenses.  Students must pass Semester 1 in order to continue to Semester 2.