#ilvermorny classes

[official-ilvermorny]

So how do school transfers go? Not all schools have the same curriculum so do they decide their classes before the switch? Do they get assigned a new House with the first years or privately?

School transfers are generally very rare, but they do happen! Essentially, schools are preparing students for the LAMP and SALEM tests — standardized tests that allow the Department of Magical Education to ensure that basic magical knowledge is known across the country. These tests are only given for some of the "core" subjects — Charms and Magical Theory, Transfiguration, Potions, Astronomy, Herbology, Defense Against the Dark Arts, and History.

(I may not agree with it, but that's how it works. Just be glad the tests are given for each individual subject, so that at least those who score low in Transfiguration can still get an "Exemplary" in Charms.)

There's an interscholastic board that meets with members of the DME to discuss the best curriculums to make sure students can be successful in the standardized tests. Ultimately, it's up to the school and the individual teachers to determine what is best.

So with that explanation, basically, all "core" classes will be generally the same across all schools, but other electives probably won't be. You may just have to hope that whatever school you transfer to has the class you want.

However, all of the officially-recognized schools are boarding schools, so you would rarely need to transfer anyway, especially after your second or third year.

When that does happen, though, the transfer student will be Sorted with the first-year students.

[gryffinclawinthetardis]

Ilvermorny House Aesthetics

This is what I do when I’m bored at work...

Horned Serpent Aesthetic.

I imagine she love every class, even the history classes which tend to be a common least favorite. Hair pulled back because she’s got no time for hair in her face. She brought a ferret because he reminds her to eat and move around. He’s also a good cuddle buddy. I’m legit worried about her eating habits though. She lives off of cold pizza and coffee.

Pukwudgie Aesthetic.

She loves potions, because she gets to create things that are useful for herself and her friends. She always shocks people when her smile turns into a glare. Nobody would expect the number of hexes she’s got under her belt. She brought an owl because it’s both helpful and cute.

Thunderbird Aesthetic.

Her favorite class is astrology. She loves looking to the stars. She braids her hair so she doesn’t have to worry about it for longer periods of time. Bearded Dragons are pretty low maintenance pets, which is why she brought one to school. The only one without an actual desk.

Wampus Aesthetic.

She brought a cat because a real Wampus was off limits and a cat was as close as she could get. Seen running constantly. Loves Dueling Club and Charms because they allow her to test herself. She is confident in every decision she makes, even the bad ones. Plays all the sports. And rocks many different hair styles. This one is one she likes to do for Quodpot games.

[official-ilvermorny]

Just wondering if forieng lanuguage is required. I noticed you put,for example,English I-III,Spanish I-III,French I-III,etc. What does that mean? When do you take foreign language?

Foreign languages are not necessarily required. Students must take several electives throughout their time at Ilvermorny, but none HAS to be a foreign language class.

Each has several levels of difficulty, and you have to complete (or test out of) the previous class to move on to the next class.

~Selwyn

[official-ilvermorny]

i already submitted my house sorting post because it needed to go in quickly, but could you tell us a bit more about the extracurriculars at ilvermorny?

The full list of classes offered is found HERE. This includes all required classes and all electives. If you're interested in knowing more about any one class and its curriculum, just let me know in another ask!

~Selwyn

[official-ilvermorny]

Magizoology I & II

Magizoology is the study of magical creatures - thus, this class teaches a far more in-depth look at magical creatures than the Care of Magical Creatures class.

Magizoology I will cover North American creatures kept in preserves, especially those not already taught about in Care of Magical Creatures. This includes looks into the magic behind these creatures, the scientific classification of them, and ways to protect oneself from the Dark creatures. Many creatures that were not discussed before will be delved into. The most dangerous creatures within Ilvermorny’s forest will be observed by the class, as well as two major trips to other preserves in the United States. It is very hands-on, so dragonhide gloves, etc are required.

Magizoology II will be a far more in-depth look into creatures and how to protect them and from them. Dangerous and curious creatures from across the continent will be studied as close as safely possible. There will be monthly trips to other preserves across North America. International magizoologists will give lectures and bring creatures from their countries. Students will get as good a look into magizoology as possible.

Required materials:

Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them by Newt Scamander A Look Into Magical Evolution by Darwin Corvus Magizoology in North America by Charlie Rukhman Dragonhide gloves or similar Cloaking-charmed or otherwise camouflage cloak International passport (for Magizoology II only)

~Prefect Selwyn

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[official-ilvermorny]

Basic and Advanced Healing

Healing classes give training in Healing of every kind. This includes medical spells, potions, charms, procedures, etc, as well as ways to respond to situations requiring such magic.

Basic Healing I trains students on how to respond to emergency situations. It also teaches them magic to use during such situations. In other words, it is more of the “first aid” type Healing, which could be used by more than Healers and Mediwixes - in fact, it can be used by anyone in any field that could result in injuries.

Basic Healing II is slightly more advanced. It goes deeper into specifically magical injuries, caused by creatures, plants, or other beings, and how to treat them. It is still mostly focused on repairing minor injuries, such as broken bones, concussions, minor jinxes, cuts, etc. It focuses most on medical spells rather than potions.

Basic Healing III is the most in-depth look at medical potions. It teaches the properties of common plants and creatures used in such potions, as well as specific recipes. It trains students on how to create potions under pressure and time restraints, and forces them to learn to clear their heads during emergencies.

Advanced Healing I is where students begin their Mediwix training. They begin an internship with the Ilvermorny nursing staff (who are unfortunately busy) and work alongside them in their Healing. During their class period, they Heal those in need, and if there is no one in need, the school nurses will teach them more about Healing.

The end of Advanced Healing II results in the Mediwix Certification of the student. They have a part-time internships with Mediwix departments of magical hospitals across the continent (rotating every year). They take the Floo to these hospitals during their designated time, and are on call during weekends.

Required materials:

Healing 101 by A.N. Marrow Gray’s Anatomy by Henry Gray Medical Draughts, Drafts, and Concoctions by Freidian Rogers Size 2 Pewter cauldron Protective medical scrubs (for Advanced Healing only)

~Prefect Selwyn

Image Source. This post was made under the assumption that Mediwixes are the wizarding equivalent of EMTs and paramedics.

[official-ilvermorny]

Classes currently offered at Ilvermorny:

First year required classes

Basic Magical Theory I Magical History of the World I Charms I Potions I Defense Against the Dark Arts I Transfiguration I Herbology I

Second year required classes

Basic Magical Theory II Magical History of the World II Charms II Potions II Defense Against the Dark Arts II Transfiguration II Herbology II

Third year required classes

Intermediate Magical Theory Magical History of North America I Charms III Potions III Defense Against the Dark Arts III Transfiguration III Herbology III Two or more elective classes

Forth year required classes

Magical History of North America II Charms IV Potions IV Defense Against the Dark Arts IV Transfiguration IV Herbology IV One Native or Foreign Magics class Two or more elective classes

Fifth year required classes

Charms V Potions V Defense Against the Dark Arts V Transfiguration V Herbology V One Social Science class One Native or Foreign Magics class Two or more elective class

Sixth year required classes*

Charms VI Potions VI Defense Against the Dark Arts VI Transfiguration VI Herbology VI One Social Science class Three or more electives

Seventh year required classes*

Charms VII Potions VII Defense Against the Dark Arts VII Transfiguration VII Herbology VII Four or more electives

Elective classes

General Electives:

Care of Magical Creatures I - V Enchantments I - IV Divination I - V Arithmancy I - III Astronomy I - V Magical Linguistics I - III Arithmancy I - III Martial Magic I - III No-Maj Studies I - IV Basic Healing I - III

Social Sciences:

Magical History of The United States of America Magical History of Mexico Magical History of Canada Magical History of South America Magical History of Central America Magical History of Continental Africa Magical History of the Middle East Magical History of Western Europe Magical History of Northern Europe Magical History of Eastern Europe Magical History of the Mediterranean Magical History of Western Asia Magical History of Russia Magical History of China and Japan Magical History of Oceania Magical Governments

Native and Foreign Magics:

Native American Practices I & II Hawaiian and Polynesian Witchcraft Caribbean Witchcraft Mexican Wizardry South American Magics I & II African Sorcery Ancient Egyptian Rituals Hebrew Practices European Witchcraft Celtic Druidism Nordic Runecraft Hindu Practices Chinese Sorcery Japanese Practices

Creative Arts:

Dancing and Spellcasting I - III Choral Sorcery I - III Instrumental Magic I - III Spellsongs Magic in Visual Art I - III Magical Sculpting

Foreign Languages:

English I - III Spanish I - III French I - III Latin I - III Greek I - III

Field-Specific classes:

Advanced Healing I & II Magizoology I & II Curse-Breaking I & II Advanced Magical Theory I & II Magical Archaeology and Anthropology I & II Magical Construction I & II Advanced Martial Magic I & II Spiritual Studies I & II Advanced Arithmancy I & II Advanced Runecraft I & II Potioneering I & II Inter-Species Diplomacy I & II Theoretical Magiphysics I & II Magriculture I & II Advanced Divination I & II

*Sixth and seventh years are when students tend to begin to go into Field-Specific classes, as well as some internships and such with areas in which they would like to work. Because of this, at the end of the fifth year after the LAMP (Levels of Aptitude in Magical Performance) tests are administered, students are brought into a meeting with a counselor (often their Head of House) to discuss possible career futures. Some of the “required” classes for these two years can be dropped based on the schedule and agenda of the student in question, as well as their LAMP test scores.

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[official-ilvermorny]

whats the hardest subject?

That definitely depends on the person. Herbology was always both fascinating to me logically, but really difficult because I'm awful at keeping plants healthy (I think there's too much going on in my head to remember everything).

~Selwyn