Visual and Performing Arts

Our art program offers a comprehensive Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture. Students have the opportunity to advance through three levels of course work including Advanced Placement Studio Art. Our students develop an appreciation for art history and tradition as well as developing studio art techniques. Our goals are to increase aesthetic literacy and promote respect for the arts of all cultures, both past and present.

ART 1 CP

This course will provide an overview and exploration in visual arts, art history, and culture for beginning students. Students will produce works based on the elements and principles of design using a variety of techniques and practices including life drawing, color theory, 2D and 3D design, painting, and multimedia. Materials such as: pencil, colored pencil, pastels, watercolor, charcoal, ink, acrylic, marker, collage and clay sculpture will be introduced. Culture, art history, and art appreciation are infused in this curriculum. This course is designed for students with little or no art experience.

Grade Level: 9th-12th          Course is UC/CSU-f approved

ART 2 CP

Art 2 is a Visual Arts class where students refine their skills and knowledge of materials and concepts from Art 1 to explore painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media in a deeper way. Media may include acrylic, silkscreen, graphic design, technology, textiles, pen & ink and pastels as well as more traditional materials such as graphite, technical pen, and acrylic paint. Students are expected to work with concepts of self, community, history, and social issues in self-expression in and outside of the classroom. This course is designed for students to be self-directed, visit museums, write papers and study famous artists and art trends.

Grade Level: 10th-12th         Course is UC/CSU-f approved

Prerequisite: “C” or higher in Art 1 CP

AP STUDIO ART: 2-D Design

AP Studio Art is designed for students seriously interested in pursuing a career in art and design. Students submit portfolios at the end of the year for evaluation by the College Board to receive college credit. Students will submit a portfolio each grading period consisting of 5-6 pieces addressing their breadth or concentration requirements for the AP Portfolio. Students will complete two museum reports, one each semester; and a written proposal for their concentration due at the end of the Fall Semester. Critiques will occur on a weekly basis. Students are expected to work on their portfolio pieces both in class and at home – as in a college course, one to two hours outside of class for every hour inside class. Students are encouraged to prepare for and take the AP Examination in May. 

Grade Level: 10th-12th         Course is UC/CSU-f approved

Prerequisites: Portfolio submission

In ceramics students are introduced to the art of working with clay, exploring both functional and sculpture forms. They will learn various techniques such as hand-building, wheel throwing and the intricacies of adding the perfect details to enhance their work.  Along with art culture, history and appreciation they will study the full process of bringing their art work to life by going from concept and creating to glazing and firing. 

CERAMICS 1 CP

This course will provide an overview in ceramic arts, art history and culture for beginning students. Students will produce works of art based on the elements and principles of design using the construction methods of pinching, coiling, slabs, and throwing on the potter’s wheel. Glaze methods and applications, and various decoration methods will also be explored. Culture, art history and art appreciation are infused into the curriculum. This is a course designed for students with no ceramic experience. 

Grade Level: 9th-12th           Course is UC/CSU-f approved

CERAMICS 2 CP

This class is an in-depth exploration of ceramics and self- expression. Art movements, culture and history will be touched upon throughout the course. Students are expected to be intrinsically motivated and self-directed, willing to focus on developing their artistic direction.   

Grade Level: 10th-12th         Course is UC/CSU-f approved

Prerequisite: “C” or better in Ceramics 1 CP

Dance encourages art through the movement of the body. Though both choreographed and improvisational performances, students will build strength, flexibility and body awareness while learning to appreciate creativity and culture of various styles of dance.

Dance 1 CP

In-depth course in dance, focusing on Ballet, Jazz, Modern, and Hip Hop, building upon foundation learned in P.E. 10 Emphasis Dance. Students will learn and practice techniques required to perform advanced skills in Ballet, Jazz, Modern, and Hip Hop. Course assignments will include advanced routines in the previously mentioned dance forms, group projects, and individual choreography for each dance form. Evaluation is based on participation, effort, performance, cooperation and creativity, as well as ability and projects.

Grade Level: 11th-12th  Course is UC/CSU-f approved

Prerequisite: PE 10 Emphasis Dance

The Music program offers courses in concert band, symphonic band, guitar and chorus making music education available to all students to encourage academic and personal growth through performance, and to offer culturally enriching opportunities to all students and members of the community.

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CONCERT BAND CP

This course welcomes all musical skill levels and involves a number of experiences with playing in an ensemble. Activities include concert band, solo/ensemble, music listening and the opportunity to join in field show performances, and parade/band reviews. This course complies with the National Standards for Music Education.  Please note that public performances are a requirement of this course.

Grade Level:  9th-12th         Course is UC/CSU-f approved

Prerequisite: Possession of musical instrument is highly recommended; one year of previous band experience is required

SYMPHONIC BAND CP

This course further develops many experiences explored in Concert Band. Advanced activities include marching and pep bands, concert bands, solo/ensemble, field show performances, parade/band reviews, as well as composing and advanced music theory. This course complies with the Advanced National Standards for Music Education.  Please note that public performances are a requirement of this course.  This course is offered at Zero period (7:00a.m).

Grade Level: 9th-12th         Course is UC/CSU-f approved

Prerequisites: “C” or higher in a high school level band class; instrument requirements (please see teacher for more information)

MUSIC APPRECIATION CP

Music Appreciation is a year-long course that explores music from Bach to Rock. Students will listen to historical composers and modern artists to gain an understanding of musical parameters such as tempo, dynamics, texture and Rhythm. Culture, music history, and careers in music are embedded throughout the curriculum. Starting in the second semester, students get the choice to go in depth into music listening and lecture material or explore various instruments. Instruments available to explore are: Ukulele, Guitar, Piano, and Percussion (drums) 

This course is designed for students with no musical experience and musical virtuosos alike.

Grade Level: 9th-12th         Course is UC/CSU-f approved

AP MUSIC THEORY

This course is designed for students who have had prior instruction in music and already have an understanding of how to read standard music notation. Music theory is a set of systems for analyzing, classifying, and composing music and the elements of music. Broadly, theory may be considered any statement, belief, or conception of music. We will concentrate on the theory of western music (Europe and America). Students will cover many topics, including those related to melody, harmony, texture, form, rhythm, and timbre. Students will also begin to compose their own music following the rules and norms studied during the course.

Grade Level: 10th-12th         Course is UC/CSU-f approved

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation