Art

Grade level:  9-12

Credit:  1

Prerequisite:  None

Meets Visual and Performing Arts graduation requirement.  Students are introduced to the basic fundamentals of artistic expression. The course includes experiences in drawing, painting, two-and three-dimensional design, sculpture, and other art forms. The course emphasizes observations, interpretation of the visual environment, visual communication, imagination and symbolism, and an introduction to various visual arts techniques and media. The focus of the course is on application of the fundamental processes of artistic expression and application of the concepts and approaches in the symbolic aspects of art and design to two- and three-dimensional problems so that they demonstrate a range of abilities and versatility with technique, problem solving, and ideation. A study of historical and contemporary art and artists from a worldwide perspective, and instruction and practice in peer review through the critique process, presentation or their, responding to art and connecting their art to the world around them are included. 

Grade level:  10-12

Credit:  1

Prerequisite:  Fundamentals of Art and Design with at least a "C" average

Meets Visual and Performing Arts graduation requirements.  Students are introduced to the basic fundamentals of artistic expression. The course includes experiences in drawing, painting, two- and three-dimensional design, sculpture, and other art forms. The course emphasizes observations, interpretation of the visual environment, visual communication, imagination, and symbolism, and an introduction to various visual arts techniques and media. The focus of the course is on application of the fundamental processes of artistic expression and application of the concepts and approaches in the symbolic aspects of art and design to two- and three-dimensional problems so that they demonstrate a range of abilities and versatility with technique, problem-solving, and ideation. A study of historical and contemporary art and artists from a worldwide perspective, and instruction and practice in peer review through the critique process, presentation, or their responding to art and connecting their art to the world around them are included. 

Grade level:  11-12

Credit:  1

Prerequisite:  Comprehensive Visual Arts with at least a "C" average

Students focus on the blend and relationships that occur between drawing and painting. Attention is given to two-dimensional work and utilizes one or more mediums, such as 

pen-and-ink, pencil, chalk, watercolor, tempera, oils, and acrylics. Students extend and refine knowledge in the creative process to visually communicate personal intent. Advanced students extend and refine knowledge in the creative process. They are encouraged to develop their own artistic styles. Students focus on making meaning by investigating and reflecting their awareness of their perceptions, knowledge, and experiences of life. The course may emphasize either drawing or painting or combine both.

Grade level:  11-12

Credit:  1

Prerequisite:  None

Art Portfolio is designed to address a variety of factors and methods including evolving technologies when preparing and refining artwork for portfolio presentation and or when deciding if and how to preserve and protect art. Students will create, select, respond to, and present work that clearly reflects newly obtained technical skills, increasing conceptual thinking and is a reflection of their personal interests and may serve as an opportunity for students to expand their expertise in a particular form or style, to explore a topic in greater detail, or to develop more advanced skills. ?Individual critique and planned peer review will help students prepare for future endeavors. This course covers any identified Visual Arts discipline. Course may be used in conjunction with an AP or IB Studio Art course. 

Grade level:  11-12

Credit:  1

Prerequisite:  Visual Art Drawing/Painting AND Visual Arts - Art Portfolio

Students create a portfolio of work to demonstrate inquiry through art and design and development of materials, processes, and ideas over the course of a year. Portfolios include works of art and design, process documentation, and written information about the work presented. In May, students submit portfolios for evaluation based on specific criteria, which include skillful synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas and sustained investigation through practice, experimentation, and revision, guided by questions. Students may choose to submit any or all of the AP Portfolio Exams. College credit is earned with a qualifying score on an AP exam.  *Please note that there is an additional exam fee that is set by the College Board every year.  The test fee will be anywhere from $80-$95 per AP exam. 

Grade level:  12

Credit:  1

Prerequisite:  Art Teacher Approval

Students create a portfolio of work to demonstrate inquiry through art and design and development of materials, processes, and ideas over the course of a year. Portfolios include works of art and design, process documentation, and written information about the work presented. In May, students submit portfolios for evaluation based on specific criteria, which include skillful synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas and sustained investigation through practice, experimentation, and revision, guided by questions. Students may choose to submit any or all of the AP Portfolio Exams. College credit is earned with a qualifying score on an AP exam. 

Grade level:  11-12

Credit:  1

Prerequisite:  Teacher Permission/Application 

The creative and conceptual aspects of designing and producing media arts experiences, products and services that combine imagery, text, sound, motion, interactivity and/or virtuality into a unified presentation. Typical course topics include: aesthetic meaning, appreciation and analysis; composition, development, processing and programming of combined physical, interactive and virtual experiences and environments; their presentation, transmission, distribution and marketing; as well as contextual, cultural, and historical aspects and considerations.