Course: Intro to the Arts                                   1 Term
Grade: 9                                                            1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
A general introduction to Art, Drama and Music will be given to familiarize students with the different areas in Fine Arts. Students will take Art for 6 weeks, Drama for 6 weeks and Music for 6 weeks. At the end of the semester all three sections of the class may collaborate in a performance or showcase. 
 
Course: Art History                                           1 Term
Grades: 10, 11, 12                                              1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
 
This course explores the history of art from Prehistoric Art up to Modern Art. Artists, art movements, styles of art and how they relate to history and various cultures are examined. Students learn to appreciate the arts through the critique process of description, analysis, interpretation and judgment. A research project will be done at the end of the course.  
  
Course: Visual Art I                                            1 Term
Grades: 9, 10, 11                                                 1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
This art foundations course is an introductory studio course exploring visual language while focusing on the elements of art and the principles of design. It introduces studio practices in a wide range of media, with the intention of developing the practical and critical thinking skills necessary for art production and comprehension. Students may expect a variety of concept- based projects, lectures, seminars, research and reflective writings and critiques. Art history will be incorporated into the curriculum through specific art processes and concepts. The greater strands of history will be the subject of team research and presentation.
 
Course: Visual Art II                                         1 Term
Grades: 10, 11, 12                                              1 Credit
Prerequisite: Art I and signed approval of instructor
 
Second-year art students will begin to develop and broaden their personal voice in artistic choices while enhancing aesthetic awareness, problem solving and critical thinking skills, with a more disciplined approach to technical skills. Major emphasis will be placed on observational skills in drawing and painting. Students will also apply inventive compositional solutions in other 2 and 3-d design projects. Research and reflective writing in Art History and on the students’ own work will be required.
   
Course: Advanced Visual Art (Art III)               1 Term
Grades: 10, 11, 12                                              1 Credit
Prerequisites: Art II and signed approval
of instructor
 
Third year art students will work towards developing high quality work based on a theme or area of personal interest. The goal is to produce college entrance portfolio pieces, digital documentation and thoughtful reflective writing. Sketchbook and journal writings will be a major component of coursework along with the portfolio presentation and exhibition. Research in specific areas of art scholarship will be required. Studio experiences apart from the students personal areas of interest will also be a part of the course. 

Course: Color Guard                                       Fall Term
Grades: 10, 11, 12                                            1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
 
This course introduces and refines the fundamentals of dance movements, flag exercises, and rifle/sabre spinning.  Concentration is centered on a high level of performance.  Color Guard is the visual element of the band and will participate in all functions of the band during the fall semester. After school rehearsals and performances are required.
 
Course: Varsity Band                                       2 Terms
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12                                         2 Credits
Prerequisite: Signed approval of the
Band Director
 
This course stresses the reading of music, music theory, music history and marching fundamentals. Concentration is centered on a high level of performance. After school rehearsals and performances are required.
 
Course: Beginning Choir                                 1 Term
Grades: 9, 10, 11                                             1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
 
Students sing music from various periods and genres. Basic sight-singing skills and beginning music theory are learned. This class is a prerequisite to concert choir. This is a performance-based class. No audition required. 
 
Course: Concert Choir                                    2 Terms
Grades: 9, 10, 11                                             2 Credits
Prerequisite: Audition, signed approval
of the Choral Director
 
This course is for the advanced music student. Advanced sight-singing and music theory are learned. Students sing music from various periods and genres. This is a performance-based class. After school rehearsals and concerts are required. Open to SATB voices.
 
Course: Piano Lab I                                        1 Term
Grades: 9, 10, 11                                             1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
 
This course is a beginning level piano class for students desiring to learn to play the piano. Piano Lab allows each student to study piano at his/her own pace. Curriculum includes repertoire, scales, sight-reading and improvisation. 
  
Course: Piano Lab II                                        1 Term
Grades: 9, 10, 11                                              1 Credit
Prerequisite: Piano I or Placement Test
 
This course is for intermediate/advanced level piano students. Students will learn to construct and play chords, play major and minor scales, and perform a repertoire of pieces requiring advanced technical demands and complexity.
 
Course: Theater Arts I                                    1 Term
Grades: 9, 10, 11                                             1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
 
This course is designed to develop the student as a confident, creative communicator. An introduction to basic acting skills, improvisation, storytelling, scriptwriting, theater history, play reading, and stagecraft will be covered.
 
Course: Theater Arts II                                 1 Term
Grades: 10, 11                                                l Credit
Prerequisite: Theatre Arts I
 
This course will build upon the knowledge and skills of Theater Arts I. Special emphasis will be placed upon an in-depth study of improvisation for the theater and performance techniques for speech and theatre forensics competition.
 
Course: Theater Arts III                               1 Term
Grades: 11                                                     1 Credit
Prerequisite: Theater Arts II
 
This course will focus on performance. Students will produce, direct and perform “completion type” one act and/or three and four act pieces. Students will enhance their knowledge and skill as they assume responsibility to perform, direct, and produce all aspects of theatrical production.
 
Course: Classical Dance                                1 Term
Grades: 9, 10, 11                                           1 Credit
Prerequisite: None
 
This class will focus on the technique and history of classical ballet and modern dance in the United States and Europe. Choreography in the styles of ballet and modern dance will be taught in this course. Students will also have an opportunity to study the elements of choreography and create their own original dance compositions. Students will be responsible for purchasing appropriate attire for class.