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This course is for beginning art students, focusing on the elements of design such as line, shape, form, texture, space, value, and color. Art I is an introduction to drawing, painting, 3-D design, and art history will be integrated throughout the semester. Students will learn to communicate through art using a variety of mediums.
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Prerequisite: Art, Level I This advanced art course includes projects that allow students to further explore drawing, painting, 3-D design, fibers, and art history. Students will learn to communicate through art using a variety of mediums.
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Prerequisite: Art, Level I and middle school art teacher recommendation This full year class is intended for students who have a serious interest in studying art. This course will allow students to learn advanced art concepts and explore a variety of art materials. Students will be given the opportunity to complete artwork for Jr. Visual Arts Scholarship Event (VASE) and prepare for Honors Art.
Beginner band
Beginner band
Open to any incoming 6, 7 or 8th grade student. No musical experience is necessary. This is a course designed for students learning an instrument for the first time. Students will learn the fundamentals for brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments. Students will receive instruction on using correct embouchure, hand position, posture, breathing and articulations, fingering positions, scales, vibrato, and music terminology. Individual practice outside of school hours is expected and a few rehearsals and performances are required. Students will perform in individual, small and large performance groups.
7th and 8th grade Band
7th and 8th grade Band
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This is a continuing course designed to further develop instrumental music instruction for students who have previously played a brass, woodwind, or percussion instrument. Students will have competitive opportunities that include solo and ensemble contests, UIL contests, and All Region/All District band auditions. Students will not only receive instruction on using correct embouchure, hand position, posture, breathing and articulations but will also learn advanced fingering positions, scales, vibrato, and music terminology. Individual practice outside of school hours is expected and a few rehearsals and performances are required.
Choir
Choir
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Choir has a place for all students who enjoy singing and performing. Students will learn about correct vocal productions, proper stage presence, and reading music. All Choirs will perform in concerts and contests. Solo and ensemble contests, UIL organizational contest and All-Region auditions offer additional performance opportunities for students to participate at a more competitive level. Individual practice outside school hours is expected and a few outside choir rehearsals are required. Students will perform many styles of music including traditional, folk, pop, Broadway, and rock. Choir performance attire is required.
Theatre Courses
Theatre Courses
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This class is for students who have an interest in learning about all aspects of the theatre. Students will have the opportunity to participate in various class activities while learning about acting techniques, theatre history, and methods of production associated with the theatre.
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Prerequisite: Theatre, Level I This advanced theatre course covers various acting styles and production techniques. Students will be introduced to technical theatre design, make-up, costuming, and public performance opportunities.
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Prerequisite: Theatre, Level I and middle school theatre teacher recommendation This full year class is intended for students who have a serious interest in studying theatre. The goal for the course is to provide students a variety of performance and production experiences from acting to design. This involves learning lines, following directions, and working with a group. Some after school rehearsals may be required.
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