The Orange Public Schools
Parent University
Gerald Fitzhugh II, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools
Visual & Performing Arts Academy II
March 2024- May 2024
The Academy of Visual & Performing arts allows aspiring artist to use their voices and various materials to convey a message of artistic expression.
Parent University Spring Session:
Creative Self-Expression
Art expressions II
Provider: Monica Chavarria
Course Number: VPA032024
Course Title: Art Class: Drawing Journey
Course Description: The course will help to develop fundamental drawing skills, build an understanding of shading techniques, color theory and proper use of tools to use in the drawing journey.
Course requirements: (District will provide the materials)
Audience/format: Adults only, In-person
Class Frequency: Eight, 90-minute sessions. Classes are full - Closed
Class Day & Time: Tuesday: 3/12, 3/19, 3/26/24, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30/24, 5/7/24
Class 1: Introduction to Drawing: Birds & Flowers
Class 2: Shading Techniques: Dimensional Shapes & forms
Class 3: Learning proportions: Features & Faces
Class 4: Charcoal drawing Techniques
Class 5: Continuation of drawing a Portrait
Class 6: Introduction to Oil Pastels, Still life
Class 7: Still-life with oil pastels: Step 2
Class 8: Watercolor techniques
Time(s): 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Duration: 90-minutes
Location: Lincoln Ave School: Art Rm (C302)
Instructor: Monica Chavarria
Contact Email: chavarmo@orange.k12.nj.us
Contact Phone: 201-419-0277
Register Here: Parent University Registration Form (google.com)
Drumming for Adults
Provider: Celine Fitzpatrick
Course Number: VPA042024
Course Title: Drumming for Adults
Course Description: Drumming for Adults is a hand drumming class, designed for fun, health, and relaxation, empowerment to strengthen community engagement.
Hand drumming techniques
Rhythm/rhythmic counting method
Breathing and body awareness
Course requirements: (Drums will be provided by the instructor)
Audience/format: Adults only, In-person
Class Frequency: Weekly: Eight, 120-minute sessions Classes are full - Closed
Class Day & Time: Thursday: 3/7, 3/14, 3/21/24, 4/11, 4/18, 5/9, 5/16, 5/30/24
Time(s): 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Duration: 120-minutes
Location: Lincoln Ave. School (Rm: D106)
Instructor: Celine Fitzpatrick
Contact Email: healer96@yahoo.com
Contact Phone: 973-309-5974
Register Here: Parent University Registration Form (google.com)
Creative Dance Movement
Provider: New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Course Number: VPA052024
Course Title: Creative Dance Movement
Course Description: Join our inclusive dance class where movement transcends levels, infusing modern, West African and improvised dance styles.
Audience/format: Adults only, In-person
Class Frequency: Eight, 120-minute sessions
Class Day & Time: Wednesday: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29/24
Time(s): 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Duration: 120-minutes
Location: Lincoln Ave School: Dance Rm (D205)
Instructor: Eyesha Marable & Susan Pope
Contact Email: emarable@njpac.org
Contact Phone: 973-342-6697
Register Here: Parent University Registration Form (google.com)