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The Arts Department provides students with opportunities to acquire comprehensive knowledge about the visual
and performing arts. Many classes qualify for the one credit fine arts graduation requirement. Specific prerequisites
are required for advanced art disciplines and may only be waived with special permission from the school counselor
in consult with the art department. In addition to class work, course assignments may include materials collection,
research, writing, drawing, practicing, rehearsing and working in the studios before and after school.
Courses in order that they appear in this section
(* fulfills requirement, 1 credit is needed for
graduation)
Dance I *
Dance II *
Dance III *
Performance and Repertory: Dance Company *
Piano Lab *
Guitar Fundamentals *
Songwriting *
Music Theory I *
Music Theory II *
American Music History * (‘19-’20)
AP Music Theory *
Concert Choir ^*
Chamber Singers *
Treble Choir *
Concert Band *
Jazz Band *
Wind Ensemble *
String Orchestra *
Orchestra *
Acting I *
Acting II *
Visual Arts I *
Art History: 19th-21st Century * (‘18-’19)
Illustration * (‘18-’19)
Printmaking * (‘19-’20)
Photography *
Pottery *
Sculpture * (‘19-’20)
Honors Drawing *
Honors Painting *
Honors Fine Art Portfolio *
Honors Visual Arts *
AP Studio Art *
DANCE
Dance I
1 credit
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
Students will learn the basic elements and principles
of modern dance from various perspectives. Students
will develop skills through directed practice and
improvisational exercises and studies. Students will
learn the language of dance as an expressive medium
through the processes of critiquing and refining small
and large group dances. Understanding the history
and aesthetics of dance will be a part of developing
dance literacy. Assignments and outside tasks will
include reading, writing and choreographic work.
Dance II
1 credit
Grades 10, 11 and 12
Prerequisite: Dance I
Students will focus on expanding movement
vocabulary, improving confidence, and developing
technical skills as well as acquiring the knowledge
and skills needed for effective performing. The
development of 20th century modern dance will
be expanded upon. Students will perform dances
in different mediums such as musical theatre, film
and video. Class assignments and outside tasks
may include reading, writing, choreographic work,
rehearsals and performance projects. Participation in
public performances may be required.