Mr. Velázquez
Religion 10
This course is concerned with how we, as persons, relate to others. As a Catholic Christians, we will look
to the person of Jesus as the model for relating to others and to God. By studying the New Testament, we
will examine how Jesus calls all people to wholeness, to community, and to Christian values in the creation
of the Kingdom of God, here and now. We will explore the cultural messages we receive about how we
should live our lives and measure those messages in the light of Jesus’ proclamation of the “Kingdom of
God.”
Course Outline
1st Quarter – God/Church/Maturity/Morality
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What is culture?
Self-Image and Identity
Self in Relationship to Media
Self in Relationship to God and others
Faith and Identity
Morality and Conscience Formation
Stages of Moral Development
Decision Making Process
2nd & 3rd Quarter – New Testament Christology
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Faith and Religion
Introduction to the Bible
Jesus of History/Christ of Faith
The Gospels: Portraits of Jesus
Miracles and Parable of Jesus
The Kingdom of God: Center of Jesus’ Message and Ministry
4th Quarter – Human Sexuality and Relationships
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Defining Sexuality
Review of Physiology
Cultural messages about Sexuality
Christian Sexuality
Sexual Decision Making
Developing and Maintaining Healthy Relationships
Mr. Velázquez
Religion 10
Classroom Guidelines and Expectations
1. Come into class prepared and ready to begin when the bell rings.
2. All students are responsible for all class notes, homework, and exams assigned
during an absence.
3. Respect during class discussion. This includes:
a. Raise your hand to respond to another student or teacher.
b. No side conversations or speaking out while another student or teacher is
speaking.
c. Listen attentively to others.
d. No put downs or mocking of other with whom you disagree.
4. Plagiarism or cheating on any level will not be tolerated and will be considered an
Honor Code Violation.
Required Materials: MUST BE BROUGHT TO EVERY CLASS!
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Text: Catholic Faith Handbook
Catholic Youth Bible
Marble Notebook & Folder – Specifically used for this class
Pen and Pencil
Folder
Loose leaf paper
Grading:
Tests – 40%
Each quarter two tests will be given. The date and material for each test will be
announced giving ample time for you to be prepared.
Projects – 20%
Each quarter a project will be assigned. Projects will be your chance to make our class
topics more personal through reflection and creativity. Points will be taken off each day
that a project is handed in late.
Homework – 20%
Homework will be done independently, typed, and turned in on the date it is due. Points
will be taken off each day that homework is handed in late.
Class Participation Grade – 20%
Average of Class Work/Group Work/Quizzes