Teachers in all courses stress reading, writing, and speaking skills. As students progress, they have the opportunity to select from a range of elective courses. Outstanding students are encouraged to pursue independent study projects in the fields that interest them most. For more detailed information on academic offerings visit the Brooks School Course Catalogue Online . A total of 80 credits, including electives, is required for a diploma.
Credit is assigned for successful completion of a course on the following basis.
1 credit Credits will be given for the successful completion of appropriate courses at previous schools. High school science courses taken at previous schools may be counted toward the Brooks requirement with the permission of the department, but all students must complete one year-long science course at Brooks. Additional Requirements Third and Fourth Form students must successfully complete their respective Theology courses. The faculty will consider petitions from students wishing exemptions from one or more of these requirements. It will not permit such exemptions in areas where, at the time the petition is presented, the student has failed to compile a satisfactory academic record.