This Grade 11 photography course is designed to introduce students to: parts and functions of a digital camera; good photo compositions; picture taking techniques; the digital darkroom process and print development. Students will be challenged with hands-on exploration and skill development activities using photo editing programs. Camera equipment will be provided.

Photography 12 is a continuation of Photography 11 and will build on skills developed in Photography 11. We will examine professional photographs showcased in advertisements, websites, social media platforms, and hung on our walls as art. Many are created by professional photographers. The course will also examine various aspects of professional photography, including areas that professional photographers may choose to specialize in, such as sports, weddings, and news media to name a few. Camera equipment will be provided.

Have you always wanted to play an instrument, but Concert Band just isn’t for you? This elective course is the perfect fit for you! Both acoustic and electric guitars are welcome. (although only 2 - 3 electric guitars will be plugged in at a time). A limited number of acoustic guitars are available to use during class; however, it is highly recommended that you acquire

your own acoustic guitar. Please see the music teacher for tips on purchasing an

instrument. As a member of the Sa-Hali Secondary Music Department, you will enjoy the privileges of being part of the team such as access to the supervised studio space.

Band 11 and 12 are courses composed of students with no experience to experienced on a band instrument. Being in Band means wanting to be a dedicated musician who practices at home on a regular basis. Remember we work as a team in Band and our team is only as good as its worst player! We will play a variety of styles of music including Classical, Marches, Jazz,

Popular, and Holiday. Students are encouraged to stay with their primary instrument; however, if they would like to branch out and learn other instruments, this may be a possibility if they show dedication, independence, and a natural ability in Music. This class will go on a trip in

the Spring. We will participate in at least one Festival throughout the year. 

*This course may occur outside of the regular timetable

Dance is a form of artistic expression that involves rhythmic movement of the body. It can be performed solo or in groups and serves as a medium for communication, emotion, storytelling, and entertainment. It is a fun way to workout, gain flexibility, and core strength. In this classstudents will work on fundamental dance skills in a variety of dance genres, while in a fun, andsafe setting. Students will learn to express themselves through dance while workingindividually and with others. Although performing is often an integral part of dance there will be no mandatory formal performances in this class! If you are interested in a fun, safe, athletic, artistic class, this could be the class for you!

BIG IDEA: Growth as a theatre company requires perseverance, reflection, and collaboration. We produce shows. That’s what we do! 

This course provides students with opportunities to write, plan, design, act, manage, and direct productions in front of student audiences in order to authentically practice being part of a Theatre Company. Each class forms and names their own company, writes and selects their own projects, and works together to produce several shows over the semester, including an evening performance for parents. As part of a multi-grade class, students are provided with an environment in which they can grow with support from the older students serving as mentors and models; at the same time,

students develop their own mastery and leadership skills by supporting younger students. This is a project-based course that provides students with incredible opportunities for personal growth and the development of soft skills such as time management, collaboration, problem-

solving and conflict resolution.

This Drawing and Painting course is designed for students who want to enhance their creative and critical thinking skills related to art. It will give students the opportunity to further develop technical skills and build on their knowledge of mediums, processes and themes. Students will create personally meaningful artworks while working with a variety of drawing and painting tools and materials. Mediums may include (but are not limited to) graphite,  pastel, watercolour paint, acrylic paint, ink, charcoal, mixed media, and possibly digital technology.

This art foundations course is designed for students who want to enhance their creative and critical thinking skills related to art. It will give students the opportunity to further develop technical skills and build on their knowledge of mediums, processes and themes. Students will create personally meaningful artworks with extra focus on sculpture and 3D materials. Mediums may include (but are not limited to) paint, clay, paper mache, wire, mixed media and possibly digital technology.

This senior drawing and painting course will give students the opportunity to refine technical skills and create with greater complexity and sophistication. The goal will be to develop personally meaningful artworks while working with a variety of drawing and painting tools and materials. Mediums may include (but are not limited to) graphite, pastel, watercolour paint, acrylic paint, ink, charcoal, and mixed media. Technology may be a tool for inspiration, research, art creation or exhibition of work as well. This is designed for students who are interested in more in-depth personal artistic expression.

This senior art foundations course will give students the opportunity to refine technical skill and create with greater complexity and sophistication. The goal will be to develop personally meaningful artworks with extra focus on sculpture and 3D materials. Mediums may include (but are not limited to) paint, clay, paper mache, wire and mixed media. Technology may be a tool for inspiration, research, art creation or exhibition of work as well. This is designed for students

who are interested in more in-depth personal artistic expression.