ART I, II, III, IV
Grades 9-12--Two Semesters Each

The focus of the art courses (1-4 level) is to provide working knowledge of the elements and principles of design through a variety of hands-on projects in various materials and processes, as well as an appreciation of our artistic heritage (both western and oriental) through discussion, reading, lectures, and various presentations.

Credit: 1
Class Requirements: 30 page sketchbook, black permanent ultra fine marker (Art I & II), and $20 lab fee for Art I-IV

BAND
Grades 9-12--Two Semesters

This class is technically open to any student having sufficient skills with a band instrument. From this group, the school is provided with a concert band, marching band, pep band and jazz ensemble. Students are required to participate in: 2-3 formal concerts, 2 contests, pep rallies and other performances, which present themselves during the year.

Credit: 0.5/year

CHORUS
Grades 9-12--Two Semesters
Credit: 0.5/year

PHOTOGRAPHY
Grades 11-12--One Semester (Limit 10-12 Students)

This course is an introduction to the theory, practice, and processes of black and white photography. Instruction is provided in safety precautions related to photographic chemicals; adjustments and operation of cameras and accessories; photographic lighting and composition; black and white film exposure and processing; color printing; contact and projection printing; dodging and cropping; dry mounting and presentation prints, and other artistic manipulations of photographic materials. Students need a manual 35 mm camera.

Credit: 0.5
Class requirements: 35 mm camera (preferable manual) and $50 lab fee