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Grade K
In Grade K, an understanding of human dignity as their special value as human persons is established in lessons through song, dance, and play.
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Grade 1
HDC Grade 1 begins with establishing the definition of human dignity. Aside from distinguishing living beings from non-living beings, Grade 1 also explores the five main senses in depth through interactive exercises.
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Grade 2
Grade 2 of the HDC strengthens the definition of human dignity by fleshing out the external senses and the powers that distinguish living beings from non-living beings.
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Grade 3
HDC Grade 3 enhances the discussion on applying the power to choose and to think and grow in excellence.
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Grade 4
HDC Grade 4 features a deeper analysis of the nature of human dignity as students are introduced to its main characteristics of being universal, intrinsic, and inalienable.
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Grade 5
Grade 5 students continue to build their understanding of human dignity and connect this to our shared mission: to respect their own and others’ dignity.
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Grade 6
HDC Grade 6 guides students in integrating their newfound understanding of human dignity with their own experiences.
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Grade 7
As students begin to develop more adult questions and capacities, HDC Grade 7 grounds its lessons on understanding that everyone has innate value and human dignity.
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Grade 8
HDC Grade 8 reinforces students’ understanding of the universal, intrinsic, and inalienable nature of human dignity
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Grade 9
Grade 9 begins with a discussion of human dignity, the singularity of human beings, and the hierarchy of being, which lays the foundation for the course.
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Grade 10
In Grade 10, students have the opportunity to deepen their understanding and awareness of human dignity as the foundation for human rights.
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Grade 11
In Grade 11, students learn that the promotion of universal, intrinsic, and inherent human dignity should be the foundation of every political community.
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Grade 12
In Grade 12, students explore international human rights issues from the evaluative perspective of the universal, intrinsic, and inalienable characteristics of human dignity.
