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 $10 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

No prior singing experience is necessary to enroll in this class which meets daily. Our goal is to present a wide variety of choral literature that will enable the student to gain a higher level of musical skill based upon improved vocal ability and performance techniques. All chorus members are required to perform in three to four formal concerts and one organizational contest during the school year. Optional small group and solo performance opportunities are available: National Anthem Singers, solo/ensemble contest, April Suite (a variety show), and civic events.


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 $40 lab fee