Course Description: With guidance from instructors, students will select and begin instruction on a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument. No experience is necessary. Musical topics are introduced such as reading, music notation, analyzing and evaluating music, as well as composing and improvising simple melodies. Students will present two concerts and perform at VBODA Concert Assessment. 

Course Description: With guidance from instructors, students will select and begin instruction on an orchestral string instrument (violin, viola, cello, or bass). Musical topics are introduced such as reading, music notation, analyzing and evaluating music, as well as composing and improvising simple melodies. Students will present two concerts and perform at VBODA Concert Assessment. 

Course Description: This class will teach students proper vocal technique for different styles of music, begin the process of reading music, and learn singing standards such as matching pitch, unison singing and some 2 part harmony. Students will be required to purchase a uniform polo for our concerts. Students will need solid black pants and solid black shoes (purchased on their own) for the concerts. Fee Required. 

Course Description: Use the element of art and the principles of design. Investigate a variety of experiences and concepts. Explore two and three dimensional art using a variety of expressive and technical approaches. 

Course Description: Provide an overview of computer applications as a system. Use a variety of applications including word processing, spreadsheet, organization, presentation, web design, digital photography, and photo editing. Beginner and mid-level functions are incorporated into assignments. Conduct research using the Internet as a tool and completing a beginner level web quest. Review basic keyboarding with 1-2 typing assessments. 

Course Description: Acquire a foundation through Design and Modeling. Discover the design process and develop an understanding of the influence of creativity and innovation. Work with software applications to design and fabricate 3-D replicas 

Course Description: Listen to, perform and create music in various styles, while developing the music literacy necessary for participation in an ensemble should they choose to participate in band, chorus or orchestra in the following school year. Students will use a variety of music technology tools to create their own music. 

Course Description: Study of world languages and culture. Introduced to language and culture through simple conversations, dialogues, songs, and games. Focus on the cultures of countries around the world. Learn the basic elements of language. Provides a brief overview of language and cultural traditions.