CERAMICS 1

FALL  200203    SPRING 200204

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

During this course, students will study the following:

1) The Elements of Art and the Principals of Design

2) The vocabulary and language of ceramics

3) Use of media, methods, and techniques to create ceramic artwork (pinch, slab, coil, wheel, etc.)

4) Aesthetics, art criticism, and theories of art as they apply to ceramics

5) Historical periods of ceramic art and respected ceramic artists

CERAMICS 2

FALL 200205    SPRING 200206

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 10-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: A mark of B or better in Ceramics 1 and teacher approval: eunt@palihigh.org 

Students at the advanced level will have already demonstrated their proficiency, creativity, and dedicated interest in levels Ceramics 1A and 1B. Their entry into 2A and 2B will only be possible with prior approval of the teacher. Advanced students will have the opportunity to explore their own creative ideas with the freedom to choose and develop their own projects, and will be introduced to more advanced and specialized ceramic techniques and materials. Students interested in this course should have a strong work ethic, and be motivated to further develop their own talent. They should also feel comfortable being a leader and mentor to other students that could benefit from their experience.

DRAWING & PAINTING 1

FALL 200601    SPRING  200602

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

This course will be taught in accordance with California Learning Standards and is an introduction to the techniques of working with wet and dry color media and materials as well as exploring the many creative aspects involved with drawing and painting. Pencil, charcoal, watercolor, tempera and acrylic paints are introduced, as well as chalk and oil pastels, colored inks, and various mixed media techniques. Fundamentals are stressed in this course.

ADVANCED DRAWING & PAINTING

FALL  200725    SPRING 200726

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 10-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: A mark of B or better in

Drawing and Painting 1 A/B and teacher recommendation: zlamprecht@palihigh.org   

Students interested in Advanced Drawing and Painting will have already demonstrated their proficiency by taking Drawing A/B and/or by taking outside art classes and submitting a portfolio for review. Advanced students will have the opportunity to experiment with various art materials such as pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, acrylic, watercolor, gauche and oil paints, print making, and monoprints. Students will begin to develop their own style. Students in this class must have a strong work ethic and be curious and self-motivated. This course is a great opportunity to discover your voice and hone new skills. This class will prepare you for AP Art and Design. Advanced Drawing and Painting will only be possible with prior approval of the teacher. 

Summer Homework prior to the fall semester advanced course is mandatory.

AP ART AND DESIGN- 2D, 3D, DRAWING

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 11-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: A mark of B or better in Advanced Drawing and Painting, and teacher recommendation: zlamprecht@palihigh.org 

The AP Art and Design program consists of three different courses and AP Portfolio Exams—AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, and AP Drawing Art and Design —corresponding to college and university foundations courses. Students may choose to submit any or all of the AP Portfolio Exams. 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.

FILMMAKING 1

FALL 200511    SPRING  200512

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Pathway Course

PCHS: VAPA or Tech and Computer credit

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

Students will explore techniques of filmmaking: directorial style, script development, camera technique, editing, sound design, lighting, etc. Evaluation of the aesthetic principles of film, investigation of selected techniques, and “hands-on” training in filmmaking will form the basis of this course. Students will write, shoot, and edit short films, music videos, and explore new media. Students will work individually as well as collaboratively on a variety of projects. With these projects, students will discover the excitement of making films while elevating their skills.

Pali Film YouTube Site 

FILMMAKING 2

FALL  200513    SPRING  200514

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 10-12

CTE Capstone Course

PCHS: VAPA or Tech and Computer credit

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Filmmaking 1 or Instructor's approval mjakus@palihigh.org 

This project-based course includes advanced techniques in filmmaking. Through a collaborative environment, students will achieve a mastery level of writing, directing, cinematography, sound design, lighting, editing, graphics, and special effects. The majority of the coursework will include advanced workshops and projects to produce original short films (live action and animated), pilot episodes, and a web series. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with industry professionals and visit production studios. Creative and passionate students are always welcome!

STUDIO LAB

FALL  180721    SPRING  180722

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 10-12

CTE Pathway Course

PCHS: VAPA or Tech and Computer credit

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Instructor approval

nfracchiolla@palihigh.org 

Are you interested in learning how to write and produce content? Then Studio Lab is the place for you! Looking for passionate young artists: writers, actors, cinematographers, editors, designers, and producers with either experience or passion. This class will serve as home base for FNL digital shorts, PTV projects, mixed media collaborations, music videos and any exciting ideas you bring to the table! Studio Lab is an opportunity for students of all years to work collaboratively and create new work for stage or screen.

PHOTOGRAPY 1

FALL  200503    SPRING 200504

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Photo Pathway Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

Photography 1 asks students to explore the

ever-expanding world of photographic visual communication. Students are introduced to black and white film, processing and printing, digital cameras, digital image capturing, scanning and manipulation. Students are asked to bring an open mind, a 35mm film camera (if possible), and a digital camera (if possible). If students are not able to provide their own camera, cameras will be provided for them through a checkout program. Photography 1A engages students with the power of images in todays society. Students use 35mm film cameras to shoot rolls of black and white film for development and print. Digital photography will be introduced to produce a variety of creative assignments. Photo assignments include environmental portraits, urban landscape, fashion, photo series in addition to self-portraits. Through these engaging assignments, students will learn about the elements and principles of art. In addition each student is required to write a gallery report after viewing a photography show at a museum or gallery.

PHOTOGRAPHY 2

FALL 200505    SPRING 200506

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Photo Pathway Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval rsteil@palihigh.org

This advanced course is designed for students who have made a personal commitment to learning the art of photography. Both this class and subsequent semester classes are

dedicated to advancing students' skill levels

through learning alternative printing, using large format cameras and film. Student will produce a rigorous photojournalism project, which will require advanced use of digital cameras and production with software such as Adobe Photoshop. Students will be engaged in refining their own portfolios as a result of required projects. Students will be exposed to the career

possibilities photography has to offer.  Invited guest lecturers who are professionals in the field will share their experience with students.  

Pali High Advanced Photography Showcase

AP ART STUDIO 2D DESIGN: PHOTOGRAPHY 

FALL 200125    SPRING  200126

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 10-12

CTE Capstone for Photo Pathway

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval rsteil@palihigh.org

This course is a college level course that will engage students with the photographic techniques needed to produce a photographic portfolio. Students will submit a portfolio to the AP College Board  to receive college credit for the course. Students will be selected by the photography teacher through a portfolio submission and personal interview. Students will continue to develop their portfolios to demonstrate skills and ideas developed, refined, and applied throughout the course to produce visual compositions. Portfolios are evaluated based on standardized scoring descriptors aligned with skills and understanding developed in college foundation courses.

Pali High AP Photography Showcase

AM CHOIR

FALL 320505    SPRING  320506

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

All levels of singers are welcome to create a mixed voice choir. Students develop vocal technique through performing diverse choral repertoire.

This course develops a student’s ability to sing with considerable skill, accuracy, and sensitivity. Skills are increased in breathing techniques, control of tone quality, and in sight singing. This course also provides for increased skill in ensemble singing in small groups and enhances student’s acquaintance with the study of standard choral literature of varying degrees of difficulty.

CONCERT CHOIR

FALL  320515    SPRING  320516

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement 

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval acheng@palihigh.org 

Currently this course is non-auditioned and open to all grade levels. Students will master vocal technique and sight singing through performing diverse repertoire. This premiere choral ensemble produces concerts and attends festivals and tours.

BEGINNING DANCE

FALL 190111    SPRING 190112

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

PCHS: VAPA or PE credit

Prerequisites: None

Instructor Email: msmith@palihigh.org

The major emphasis of this course is on enabling students to use the body creatively as a means of communication and expression. The dance instruction encourages the student, to explore time, space, force, design, and rhythm patterns through movement; and all levels of dancers will be challenged to explore their artistry. As they gain experience learning varied genres of dance, students will have an opportunity to develop and improve flexibility, strength, endurance, balance, and coordination. Many dance styles will be explored, and students will have the opportunity to work with many professionals in the dance community 

ADVANCED DANCE

FALL  190115    SPRING  190116

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

PCHS: VAPA or PE credit

Prerequisites: Audition only. Auditions are in May of each year. palihighdance@palihigh.org

Instructor Email: msmith@palihigh.org

This class will provide enrolled students

with an advanced study of the technical elements

of multiple dance forms, including but not limited

to, modern, jazz, ballet, tap, Pilates Technique,

ethnic & folk dances, and other contemporary

forms of dance. Students will explore dance history, and dance, in a historical and cultural context, as well as being exposed to current trends in the professional field of dance. They will develop a working knowledge of dance terminology and vocabulary and will be guided into being able to apply this language to their growing kinesthetic repertoire. Additionally, students will be able to put all of this new knowledge into practice through studies in improvisation, choreography, dance criticism, and performance. Finally, students will discover that these skills can be put to use in an interdisciplinary fashion, and ties will be made to multiple subject matters and varying career fields.

CONCERT ORCHESTRA

FALL  321219    SPRING  321220

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Music Pathway Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval through audition: estoyanovich@palihigh.org

Concert Orchestra is a year-long course that is

open to students in 9th-12th grade interested in

participating in a string ensemble through performance and academic content. It is a performance- based class designed for students with at least 1-year experience on an orchestra string instrument (violin, viola, cello and bass). A prerequisite for this class is an audition. String music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. In addition, sectional work will focus on the technique of particular families within the orchestra. Music theory and music history are components of this class. Concert Orchestra will perform at concerts, and community events throughout the year. Attendance at performances is a required portion of the class.

GUITAR

FALL  320809    SPRING  320810

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

Students will learn the essentials needed to begin playing acoustic guitar. Students will learn an easy approach to playing quickly, through a combination of exploring the instrument, performance technique, and basic music theory.

The course provides students with an easy-access foundation that will get students playing. Material will be presented in stages, in a way that allows students to grasp the basics of the instrument and music. Students will also learn to develop correct technique and apply theory concepts to their playing. They will have the foundational knowledge necessary to play in a small recital setting.

JAZZ BAND

FALL 321109    SPRING  321110

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Music Pathway Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Jazz Instrument Players. 

Students will develop musicianship through the

study of more difficult jazz ensemble music and

other forms including improvisation and combos.

The course develops the ability to perform on an instrument with considerable skill, accuracy, and aesthetic sensitivity, develops skills in score reading and arranging , and develops opportunities and appreciation of artistic expression.

MUSIC APPRECIATION

FALL  320109    SPRING  320110

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement (pending)

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval

estoyanovich@palihigh.org 

Music Appreciation is designed to help students cultivate an appreciation for many types of music by developing informed listening skills. This course is a listening class intended to introduce students to a multitude of styles, genres and historical periods of music. Students will learn how to effectively listen to gain a greater appreciation for the art. The course familiarizes students to the history and theory of music. This course explores the historical, cultural, social and personal context of music from each period. As students discover music of old, they will compare it to their personal music choices of today. The class covers music theory and early musical forms of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, and Romantic Eras, in addition modern musical traditions since 1900 including Jazz, Rock, Folk, and Electronic Music.

PALI CHAMBER ENSEMBLE (ADVANCED)

Length: 1-2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Capstone Music Pathway Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement 

Prerequisites: Previous instrument experience and audition. Contact teacher for approval

estoyanovich@palihigh.org 

Chamber Orchestra is the most advanced instrumental music experience offered at PCHS. The orchestra is open to woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings. It is a year-long course for students who are interested in participating in a chamber orchestra through both performance and academic content. Largely, it is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 2 years experience on a chamber orchestra instrument (violins, violas, cellos, bass, oboes, flutes, trumpets, horns, clarinet, timpanist, and bassoon). 

Major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. Music theory and music history are components of this class. The orchestra will perform at festivals, concerts, and community events throughout the year. Attendance at performances is a required portion of the class.

SYMPHONIC BAND

FALL 321103    SPRING  321104

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

PCHS: VAPA credit. PE credit is available if participating in marching band.  

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval

pye@palihigh.org

Symphonic Band is open to musicians of all levels and strives to provide its student members with a varied repertoire and environment which promotes enthusiasm and continuous improvement. The Symphonic Band performs throughout the year at concerts and adjudicated festivals. This ensemble accepts woodwinds, brass and percussion and performs Grade 2-4 level. A background in music is preferred, but not required.  

http://www.palihighbands.com/

SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA (ADVANCED)

FALL  321215    SPRING  321216

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Music Pathway Capstone Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Previous instrument experience and audition. Contact teacher for approval

estoyanovich@palihigh.org 

This course is for the most advanced orchestral experience offered at Pali open to woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings. Symphonic Orchestra is a year-long course that is open to students in 9th-12th grade interested in

participating in a full symphonic orchestra through performance and academic content. It is a performance-based class designed for students with at least 2 years experience on an orchestra instrument (woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings). String and full orchestra music from all major music periods will be rehearsed, analyzed, and performed. In addition, sectional work will focus on the technique of particular families within the orchestra. Music theory and music history are components of this class. The orchestra will perform at festivals, concerts, and community events throughout the year. Attendance at performances is a required portion of the class.

WIND ENSEMBLE

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Ability to read music and play

an instrument. Contact teacher for approval pye@palihigh.org

Wind Ensemble is Pali’s most advanced wind and percussion group. In this course students will learn woodwind, brass, and percussion instrumental skills. Students will develop performance abilities by playing music at the 4-6 level. Preference in admission to the class is given to upperclassmen. Wind Ensemble rehearsals include instrumental skill development, exposure to musical style periods, reading and notating music, listening, and communicating during rehearsal activities, analyzing/evaluating individual parts, and practice outside of class for outside the classroom performances. The Wind Ensemble performs throughout the year at concerts and adjudicated festivals.  

AP MUSIC THEORY

FALL 320111    SPRING  320112

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Music Pathway Capstone Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval estoyanovich@palihigh.org

Summer Work: Read treble and bass clef fluently.

In Advanced Placement Music Theory, students will develop oral and written music skills.

Students will learn to sing, hear, notate, and identify the following: Music Fundaments, Interval Training, Music Analysis, Harmonization and Composition.Students are expected to take the AP Music Theory examination in May. Colleges may give college credit for this course if the student earns a 3.0 or higher on the exam.

THEATRE ENSEMBLE

FALL  380501    SPRING  380502

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Drama Pathway Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

Instructor Email: chsmith@palihigh.org 

This course is a workshop for students interested in the performing arts. Experience in the performing arts is not necessary. Each participant works at his or her own level without comparison to fellow students’ talents. Throughout the semester, students will actively practice writing, reading, speaking, critical thinking, and listening skills to accomplish performance goals. These performance goals cover different theatrical topics such as acting technique, audition technique, theatre etiquette, theatre history, pantomime, improvisation, voice, movement, musical theater, character development, storytelling, script writing, script analysis, stage direction, stage design, theatrical criticism, professions and vocabulary. Lecture, discussion, literature, reading, writing, theatrical games, student skits and direction of showcases will be used to teach these topics. Group cooperation, relationship and responsibility to others, confidence, and creativity will be improved by speaking and performing in front of an audience.

IMPROV: THE POWER OF COMEDY

FALL 380505    SPRING 380506

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Drama Pathway Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: None

This class gives the student the tools for creating effective improvisation and an introduction to basic comic technique. Through traditional and contemporary comedy and improvisation exercises the student will begin to understand the difficult concepts of humor and spontaneous thinking. The class will focus on overall structure and emphasize the basics of good improvisational technique. The student will be exposed to games and exercises created by

Viola Spolin, The Groundlings, and Upright Citizens Brigade. The student will also be exposed to sketch work by such greats as Abbot & Costello, Monty Python, SCTV, SNL, Key and Peele, etc.

Upon completion of the course students should

have knowledge of the history of comedy and improvisation and where it stands as an art-form in our current culture. In terms of performance, students will learn the importance of relying on your partner, listening, and commitment.

ADVANCED DRAMA

FALL 380203    SPRING 380204

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

CTE Drama Pathway Capstone Course

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Contact teacher for approval nfracchiolla@palihigh.org

Advanced Drama teaches students how to understand and utilize the tools of the performing arts. In-depth study of drama, acting theory, theatre history, writing, directing and producing will be emphasized. Specific theatrical styles will be addressed as well as techniques including but not limited to: improvisation, mime, comedy, drama, musical performance and experimental theatre. The theme of this course is social engagement, and students will learn how to use drama to reflect and impact our world. Students will study current trends in performance, participate in live, video and radio productions as well as explore the technical aspects of producing, scriptwriting, designing, editing etc. They will experiment with spoken word, and create an original play for community performance as well as perform in the various traditional performance styles. Advanced Drama supports students in discovering the performing arts’ potential for shining a light on the human condition and how that light creates relevance and impacts our society.

THEATER PRODUCTION

FALL 380305    SPRING  380306

(Play Production)

Length: 2 semester

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

PCHS: VAPA or Tech and Computer credit

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation / interview chsmith@palihigh.org 

Theater / Play Production is a focused, advanced study of theater production for the emerging performing artist. Live performers, designers, actors, directors, producers, stage managers, technical artists, writers, dancers and industry professionals collaborate to create live productions throughout the year. This course covers performance skills as well as artistic, technical, managerial, and financial elements of theatrical and live event production. Students will assume positions of responsibility on select Pali productions as a semester project, such as the Fall Play and Spring Musical, and will have an opportunity to participate in several types of artistic events. The course prepares students for eventual involvement in the professional theatre world.

STAGECRAFT / STAGE DESIGN

FALL 294101    SPRING 294102

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 5.0 per semester

Grade Level: 9-12

PCHS: VAPA or Tech and Computer credit

Postsecondary: Meets UC/CSU F requirement

Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation

chsmith@palihigh.org

Stage Craft and Stage Design students work directly with the Theater Production class designing multiple stage productions at Pali including the Fall Play and the Spring Musical. Live performers, designers, actors, directors, stage managers, producers, technical artists, writers, dancers and industry professionals collaborate to develop and design several types of artistic events in the fields of drama, music, dance and media. They will learn to navigate the technical, managerial, and financial elements of a dramatic production with an emphasis on programming and construction. This course prepares students who are interested in the professional theatrical design and production world.