Visual Arts 1

Prerequisite: None

Create; produce; elements and principals of design; two-and three- dimensional techniques and media; art history; art vocabulary; aesthetics; criticism; solution of art problems to communicate ideas; safety issues with handling and storage of materials

Visual Arts 2

Prerequisite: Visual Arts I

Create; visual relationships; problem solve using a variety of media and techniques; elements and principles of design; aesthetics; criticism; art history; art vocabulary; evaluation of artwork; interdisciplinary connections.

Visual Arts 3

Prerequisite: Visual Arts II

Create; problem solve; utilize variety of media and techniques; communicate concepts, emotions, intentions; elements and principles of design; technology; independent research; self-directed sketchbook; critical analysis; aesthetics; art history; interdisciplinary connections.

Digital Photography

This one credit course, novice level, it is the first of a sequential high school course focusing on digital photography. Creating, presenting, responding and connecting drive critical thinking, meaning, reflection, production and assessment to understand how photography communicates ideas and allows for self-expression. Through exploration and experimentation, this course provides students with a general foundation of digital photography, elements and principles of design; aesthetics; criticism; art/photography history; evaluation of photographic artwork; proper care and storage of digital photography supplies; integration of appropriate media and techniques; communication of ideas; solution of artistic problems; minimal use of analog photography may be incorporated.

Theatre Level 1

PREREQUISITE: None

Produce; respond to productions; vocal, kinesthetic, emotional, analytical, and intellectual elements; dramatic structure; acting process; collaborative nature of a theatrical production and role of production staff; theatre history; theatre vocabulary; aesthetics; evaluating artistic choices

Theatre Level 2

PREREQUISITE: Theater Level 1

Produce; character development; script analysis; collaboration; role of technical theatre; self-evaluation; legal and ethical issues; theatre history; concepts of theatre; elements of theatre; styles of performance; stage combat; improvisation; playwriting; technology.

Theatre Level 3

PREREQUISITE: Theatre Level 2

Create; improvisation; write scripts, direct, perform; theatre history; theatre vocabulary; aesthetics; criticism; characterization; analysis; interpretation; technical work; technology; compare fundamental elements used for communication with other art forms.

Comp and Theory, Music Theory I

This one credit, proficient level course explores music theory through academic and hands-on study, and production. The curriculum builds practical understanding of the musical elements including rhythm, melody, harmony, form, and expression through creating, performing, and responding. Exposure to music from other cultures, music history and theory are embedded so students may connect these experiences to historical relevance, contemporary issue, and self-reflection.

Trad & Emer Ens, Mixed Chorus I

This is a one credit course, novice level, designed for beginning music students to explore choral music from a wide variety of cultures and time periods through academic study and performance. By creating, performing, and responding, students will develop basic vocal skills and sight-reading techniques. Allowing musical experiences to other cultures and disciplines within and outside of the arts, music history and theory are embedded so students may connect these experiences to historical relevance, contemporary issue, and self-reflection.

Trad & Emer Ens, Mixed Chorus II

PREREQUISITE: INTRODUCTION TO MIXED CHORUS I OR APPROVAL OF THE INSTRUCTOR This is a one credit course, intermediate level, designed for students with at least one year of experience to continue to explore choral music from a wide variety of cultures and time periods through academic study and performance. By creating, performing, and responding, students will continue to develop basic vocal skills and sight-reading techniques. Allowing musical experiences to other cultures and disciplines within and outside of the arts, music history and theory are embedded so students may connect these experiences to historical relevance, contemporary issue, and self-reflection.