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The SMSUD Theatre Arts Education Curriculum is the result of the collaborative efforts of professional theatre arts specialists and is strictly aligned with the National Core Arts Standards. Demographic diversity is the norm in our school system; therefore, theatre arts education provides opportunities for exploring talents and developing useful life skills for all students.
The theatre arts allows students to explore the art regardless of experience, social status, cultural background or special needs. We recognize the many ways theatre arts education can provide avenues to address various learning styles and critical modes of thinking and learning. Therefore, it can help students develop a deeper appreciation and understanding of other content areas. The arts in general have the power to motivate and improve learning retention through their multi-sensory approach to facilitating learning. In this curriculum model, the concepts, processes, and values of theatre are explored through a process driven approach which focuses on studying and exploring history, world cultures, production, aesthetics, and criticism. Students learn to interpret and derive meaning from works of theatre through reading, writing, viewing, creating, sharing, presenting, and performing. Through the collaborative nature of theatre, students develop an understanding and respect for the abilities and efforts of both themselves and others. SMUSD believes that theatre arts also contributes to the development of the whole student, particularly when it integrates with other content areas. The goal is to develop well-rounded, confident students who will become strong contributors to our society.
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SONJA HERSHKOWITZ
Sonja Hershkowitz joined the San Marcos High School VAPA staff in 2019 and is responsible for Choral Ensembles, AP Music Theory, and the Starry Knights Drama Department. She earned a degree in music education and from Point Loma Nazarene University. She loves helping students of all ages to discover their passions and develop their talents in the arts. Mrs. Hershkowitz has served as an adjudicator for the San Elijo Middle School Solo/Ensemble Festival, as voice faculty for the Palomar Choral Academy at Palomar College, and in 2023 had the honor to conduct the SMUSD Elementary Honor Choir. Mrs. Hershkowitz enjoys performing with some of San Diego's finest vocal groups including the San Diego Master Chorale, San Diego Pro Arte Voices, and Sacra/Profana. She is an active member of the California Choral Directors Association, the Southern California Vocal Association, and the Educational Theater Association.
ROB DELLORFANO
Rob Dellorfano (Theatre Teacher) Rob started teaching theatre at San Marcos High School in 2002, and had the honor of founding the Mission Hills High School Grizzly Theatre Program when the school opened in 2004. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from both Arizona State University (BFA in Theatre Education), as well as the University of Phoenix (MBA). Under his leadership, the Grizzly Theatre has earned many accolades, including recognition as a “Distinguished Theatre Program” in San Diego County, the charter “Honor Crew” at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido, and the Bravissimo Choice Award, among others. Favorite shows at MHHS include She Kills Monsters, Mama Mia!, Radium Girls, Carrie – the musical, Green Day’s American Idiot, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, John Lennon and Me, Bone Chiller, Bye Bye Birdie, 12 Angry Jurors, Sweeney Todd, The Lightning Thief, and Urinetown.
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