VISUAL
ART 1
(3501)
1 credit
A
beginning course designed to provide self-expression and to explore artistic
interests and capabilities of the student.
Emphasis on basic art concepts, vocabulary, history, and techniques of
design in their application to two-dimensional art forms.
Includes tempera paint, pencil, pen and ink, pastels, and three- (3-)
dimensional art forms.
VISUAL
ART 2
(3502)
1 credit
Prerequisite:
Art 1
A
course providing a more extensive experience with the artistic skills while
employing the basic art concepts introduced in Art I.
Includes activities intended to enhance personal enrichment in the visual
arts--drawing, painting, and sculpting.
VISUAL
ART 3
(3503)
1 credit
Prerequisite:
Art 2
A
course for the artistically serious-minded student.
Focuses on the fine arts (drawing, painting, printmaking, and
three-dimensional) and includes an intense study of design concepts, technique,
and media, with emphasis on development of individual style.
VISUAL
ART 4
(3504)
1 credit
Prerequisite:
Art 3
An
advanced course which emphasizes all aspects of art, including painting,
pictorial organization, advertising, design, graphic arts, illustration,
printing, sculpting, and portfolio presentation.
Focuses on achieving technical mastery in the areas of art production,
art criticism, aesthetics, and art history and on developing problem-solving and
critical-thinking skills.
ART
HISTORY
(3515)
1 credit
Open
to grades 10, 11, and 12
A
study of the visual arts within cultural contexts.
Emphasis on the language of the visual arts and an understanding of
artists, their works, and their impact on society, leading to an appreciation of
their unique place throughout history.
GENERAL
MUSIC 1
(3505)
1 credit
A
study of the elements (pitch, rhythm, harmony, tone quality, form), history, and
the role of music in today’s society. The
course will encourage active participation in performing and creating music
through a balanced, comprehensive, and sequential program of study. In addition, a correlation between music, the other arts, and
academic disciplines will be included.
VOCAL
MUSIC 1
(3531)
1 credit
A
performing choral group with a repertoire that ranges from classical to pop
music; includes participation in two (2) major concerts each school year plus
special performances as available and appropriate.
Includes basic music theory and history.
VOCAL
MUSIC 2
(3531A)
1 credit
Open
to grades 10, 11, and 12
Prerequisite:
Vocal Music 1
Builds
upon performance skills acquired in Vocal Music I and includes participation in
concerts and special performances. Includes
music theory and history.
VOCAL
MUSIC 3
(3531B)
2 credits
Open
to grades 11 and 12
Prerequisites:
Vocal Music 1, audition
Includes
advanced repertoire, performance skills, choreography, and music history.
Participation in concerts and special community performances required.
VOCAL
MUSIC 4
(3531C)
1 or 2 credits
Open
to grades 11 and 12
Prerequisites:
Vocal Music 1, audition
Includes
advanced repertoire, performance skills, choreography, advanced music theory,
and music history. Participation in
concerts, small and group performances, and special community performances
required.
MUSIC
THEORY AND HARMONY
(3514)
1 credit
Open
to grades 10, 11, and 12
A
course designed to give students advanced experiences in the principles of
analysis and composition. The
course will include instruction in fundamentals of tonal harmony and
ear-training and will encourage the application of the concepts presented,
culminating in original compositions.
INSTRUMENTAL
MUSIC
(3530)
1 credit
(MARCHING/CONCERT
BAND)
Prerequisite:
Open to all students who have at least one (1) year’s previous band
experience.
An
organized class that provides musical performance and study.
The course is designed to develop proficiency in musical performance, an
understanding of the art of music, and an appreciation of the creative and
intrinsic values of music which can result in a life-long avocation.
Participation in school and public performances required.
INSTRUCTIONAL
MUSIC: BEGINNING (3530B)
1 or 2 credits
An
organized class that provides musical performance and study for students with no
or limited band experience. The
course is designed to develop proficiency in musical performance, an
understanding of the art of music, and an appreciation of the creative and
intrinsic values of music which can result in a life-long avocation.
Participation in school and public performances required.
DANCE
1
(3525)
1 or 2 credits per year
Open
to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
A
course that seeks to give students experience in the study and performance of a
diverse repertoire of movement. The
course includes instruction in proper dance technique, performance skills, and
the cultural and historical context of dance history and will develop critical
thinking, creativity, and perceptual skills.
DANCE
2
(3525A) 1 or 2 credits per year
Open
to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
Prerequisite:
Dance 1 or audition
A
continuing exploration of the techniques and concepts of Dance 1.
Students will be exposed to more demanding expectations for performance
technique and understanding of the art and history of dance.
THEATRE
1
(3520)
1 credit
Open
to grades 10, 11, and 12
An
introduction to the art of theatre to include studying, researching, critiquing,
creating, designing, performing, and participating in a variety of theatre-based
learning experiences as well as exploring the theatre’s significance and
influence on society. The course
will include instruction in performance and design techniques, style, and
history.
THEATRE
2
(3521)
1 credit
Open
to grades 11 and 12
Prerequisite:
Theatre 1
An
in-depth study of theatre arts, to include performance-based experiences while
using appropriate technology and media. This
course will include critical thinking, creativity, and aesthetic perception and
will reinforce skills in leadership and collaboration.
THEATRE
3
(3522)
1 credit
Open
to grades 11 and 12
Prerequisite:
Theatre 2
An in-depth
study of set design, set construction, lighting, make-up, and
costuming as
it relates to stage and film. Participation
in school productions mandatory.
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