Beginning in 1998, Centennial expanded its existing programs in Art, Music and Drama in accordance with its new mandate as the Regional Centre for the Visual and Performing Arts.
In grade 9 the successful candidates in the Regional Arts Program will select a MAJOR discipline from the following: Drama, Instrumental music, Vocal music and Visual Art. The Arts Program features all four disciplines offered on a year-long model for grade 9 and 10. Students will focus on their major subject for the first semester. In the second semester, students will have the opportunity to explore the other disciplines, as well as have additional enrichment activities within their major. The year will culminate with a fully, integrated arts project.
From grade 11 on, they receive specialized courses in their major discipline, while fulfilling the same requirements for graduation as all students in the school. Graduates of this specialized program will be well prepared to enter any major post-secondary program.
With its excellent facilities, its team of specialized staff, and its unique, expanded program, Centennial offers the Arts Program applicant an opportunity to work with like-minded students in an exceptionally supportive environment. The program is intended both for students who are seeking a career in the Arts, and for those whose interest is supplementary to the pursuit of a career in some other field.
Entrance Application to the program involves:
1. An interview
2. An audition (if primary interest is in Music or Drama) OR a portfolio of your work (if primary interest is in Visual Art)
3. A School Referral Statement Google form is available on Centennial’s website HTTPS://CSS.HPEDSB.ON.CA/
ALC1O/ALC2O – INTEGRATED ARTS, GRADE 9 OR 10 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course integrates two or more of the arts (dance, drama, media arts, music, and visual arts), giving students the opportunity to produce and present integrated artworks created individually or collaboratively. Students will demonstrate innovation as they learn and apply concepts, styles, and conventions unique to the various arts and acquire skills that are transferable beyond the classroom. Students will use the creative process and responsible practices to explore solutions to integrated arts challenges.
ADA1O1A – DRAMATIC ARTS – EXPLORING THE THEATRICAL WORLD, GRADE 9 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course provides opportunities for students to explore dramatic forms and techniques, using material from a wide range of sources and cultures. Students will use the elements of drama to examine situations and issues that are relevant to their lives. Students will create, perform, discuss, and analyze drama, and then reflect on the experiences to develop an understanding of themselves, the art form and the world around them.
AMI101A – MUSIC – INSTRUMENTAL, GRADE 9 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience and is aimed at developing technique, sensitivity, and imagination. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance, and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop an understanding of the conventions and elements of music and of safe practices related to music, and will develop a variety of skills transferable to other areas of life. The focus of this course will be the fundamentals of instrumental music, including concert band and jazz repertoire. Prerequisite: None
AMV101A – MUSIC – VOCAL, GRADE 9 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience and is aimed at developing technique, sensitivity, and imagination. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance, and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop an understanding of the conventions and elements of music and of safe practices related to music, and will develop a variety of skills transferable to other areas of life. The focus of this course will be the fundamentals of vocal music, including traditional and contemporary choral repertoire. Prerequisite: None
AVI1O1A – VISUAL ARTS, GRADE 9 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course is exploratory in nature, offering an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study. Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials by using a range of media, processes, techniques, and styles. Students will use the creative and critical analysis processes and will interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.
ADA2O1A – DRAMATIC ARTS – ENTERING THE THEATRICAL WORLD OF PRODUCTIONS, GRADE 10 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM )
This course provides opportunities for students to explore dramatic forms, conventions, and techniques. Students will explore a variety of dramatic sources from various cultures and representing a range of genres. Students will use the elements of drama in creating and communicating through dramatic works. Students will assume responsibility for decisions made in the creative and collaborative processes and will reflect on their experiences.
AMI201A – MUSIC – INSTRUMENTAL, GRADE 10 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance, and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop their understanding of musical conventions, practices, and terminology and apply the elements of music in a range of activities. They will also explore the function of music in society with reference to the self, communities, and cultures. The focus of this course will be the fundamentals of instrumental music, including concert band and jazz repertoire. Prerequisite: None
AMV201A – MUSIC – VOCAL, GRADE 10 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course emphasizes the creation and performance of music at a level consistent with previous experience. Students will develop musical literacy skills by using the creative and critical analysis processes in composition, performance, and a range of reflective and analytical activities. Students will develop their understanding of musical conventions, practices, and terminology and apply the elements of music in a range of activities. They will also explore the function of music in society with reference to the self, communities, and cultures. The focus of this course will be the fundamentals of vocal music, including traditional and contemporary choral repertoire. Prerequisite: None
AVI2O1A –VISUAL ARTS, GRADE 10 – OPEN (ARTS PROGRAM)
This course enables students to develop their skills in producing and presenting art by introducing them to new ideas, materials, and processes for artistic exploration and experimentation. Students will apply the elements and principles of design when exploring the creative process. Students will use the critical analysis process to reflect on and interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.