ARTS
The Arts Department provides students with opportunities to acquire comprehensive knowledge about the visual and performing arts .
Many classes qualify for the one fine arts graduation credit requirement . Specific prerequisites are required for advanced art disciplines and may only be waived with special permission from the school counselor in consultation with the arts department . In addition to class work , course assignments may include materials collection , research , writing , drawing , practicing , rehearsing , and working in the studios before and after school .
Courses in the order that they appear in this section :
(* fulfills requirement , 1 credit is needed for graduation )
Dance I * Dance II * Dance III * Choreography Lab * Performance and Repertory : Dance Company * American Music History * Piano Lab * Guitar Fundamentals * Songwriting * Music Theory * AP Music Theory * Concert Choir * Chamber Singers * Treble Choir * Concert Band * Jazz Band * Wind Ensemble * String Orchestra * Orchestra *
3D Art & Animation Digital Design Digital Imaging I Digital Imaging II Movie Making Movie Making II Web Design Yearbook Publication Acting I : Performance and Design * Acting II * Visual Arts I * Photography * Pottery * Sculpture * Drawing Honors * Painting Honors * AP Art and Design *
DANCE
Dance I
1 Credit • Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , & 12
Students will learn the basic elements and principles of modern dance from various perspectives . Students will develop skills through directed practice and improvisational exercises and studies . They will learn the language of dance as an expressive medium through the processes of critiquing and refining small and large group dances . Understanding the history and aesthetics of dance will be a part of developing dance literacy . Assignments and outside tasks will include reading , writing , and choreographic work .
Dance II
1 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Dance I
Students will focus on expanding movement vocabulary , improving confidence , and developing technical skills , as well as acquiring the knowledge and skills needed for effective performance . The development of 20th century modern dance will be expanded upon . Students will perform dances in different mediums , such as musical theatre , film , and video . Class assignments and outside tasks may include reading , writing , choreographic work , rehearsal , and performance projects . Participation in public performances may be required .
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