WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL ' S
COURSE CATALOG
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Course Name : Music Appreciation Type of Course : Elective Course Available to : 9th - 12th grade
Prerequisites : None
Description : This course introduces production and performance , covering terminology and idioms , elements of music , perceptive listening and attitudes , and appreciation . Stresses the ability to become a literate consumer along with the ability to speak and write fluently about music .
Course Name : AP Music Theory Type of Course : Elective Course Available to : 10th - 12th grade
Prerequisites : Enrollment in a music class OR teacher recommendation
Description : This course is an introductory college-level music theory course . Students cultivate their understanding of music theory through analyzing performed and notated music as they explore concepts like pitch , rhythm , form , and musical design . This course will prepare students for the AP Music Theory Exam . Students earn an additional 1.0 quality point towards their GPA for this course .
Theatre
Course Name : Acting I Type of Course : Elective Course Available to : 9th - 11th grade
Prerequisites : None
Description : This course serves as the prerequisite for other theatre courses . This course introduces the acting process and the role of the actor in various styles / methods with a focus on scene study . Stresses developing imagination , observation , concentration powers , and self-discipline . Includes developing physical and vocal control while transmitting emotions , convictions , and ideas ; enhances self-confidence and self-awareness . Theatre is used as a means to encourage cooperative learning , team work , organization , and leadership skills . The class allows all students the opportunity to perform on a regular basis . Personal growth / skill will be assessed through solo / group performances .
Course Name : Acting II - IV Type of Course : Elective Course Available to : 10th - 12th grade
Prerequisites : Acting I ( 85 %+)
Description : In Acting II , this course enhances level-one skills with emphasis on classical and historical scene study . In Acting III and IV , there will be an emphasis on advanced monologue work , advanced scene study , extensive audition training , student-directing , ensemble acting in a variety of mainstage productions , and object exercises .
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