ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING & DESIGN Drafting and Design Prerequisite: $10 Fee This one-year course introduces the student to the fundamentals of mechanical, basic technical and architectural drawing as related to Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD). This course provides students with the knowledge and practice required to produce and analyze multi-view drawings, pictorial drawings, dimensioning, auxiliary views, and intersections. Students will gain experience using both sketching techniques and computer assisted drafting programs. Various career opportunities and areas for post-secondary study will be explored. This course will fulfill one of the elective credits required for graduation. Architectural Drafting & Design I Prerequisite: Drafting & Design $10 Fee This one-year course provides Architectural Drafting & Design students with the principles of architectural drawing, design, and introductory civil engineering skills. Areas of study include current building codes, construction methods, materials, and architectural drafting. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Architectural Drafting & Design I Lab Prerequisite: Must be concurrently enrolled in Architectural Drafting & Design I. This one-year course is designed for the student who is concurrently enrolled in Architectural Drafting and Design I. This course provides an in-depth lab experience that applies the processes, concepts, and principles as described in the course goals. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Architectural Drafting & Design II Prerequisite: Architectural Drafting & Design I $20 Fee This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Architectural Drafting and Design I. Areas of study include building codes, building construction methods, building materials, and architectural drafting methods. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Architectural Drafting & Design II Lab Prerequisite: Must be concurrently enrolled in Architectural Drafting & Design II This one-year course is designed to provide extended experience for students concurrently enrolled in Architectural Drafting and Design II. This course provides an in-depth lab experience that applies the processes, concepts, and principles as described in the course goals. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may be repeated.
Architectural Drafting & Design III Prerequisite: Architectural Drafting & Design II $20 Fee This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Architectural Drafting and Design II. Areas of study include analyzing climate effect, occupant comfort, and efficient energy use. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Architectural Drafting & Design III Lab Prerequisite: Architectural Drafting & Design II This one-year course is designed to provide extended experience for students concurrently enrolled in Architectural Drafting and Design III. This course provides an in-depth lab experience that applies the processes, concepts, and principles as described in the course goals. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may be repeated.
COMPUTER SCIENCE (CS) AP Computer Science A Prerequisite: Computer Science III H This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement Computer Science A examination. This college-level curriculum emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm development. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one-half computer credit and one-half elective credit or one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. Computer Science Advanced Studies Prerequisite: Computer Science III H This one-year course provides students who have achieved all content standards in Computer Science an advanced study through investigation and in-depth research. The student collaborates with the supervising teacher to design and implement the topic of study. Coursework may include various work-based learning experiences such as internships and job shadowing, involvement in a school-based enterprise, completion of a capstone project, and/or portfolio development. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may be repeated. Computer Science I Prerequisite: Algebra I or Concurrent enrollment in Algebra I This one-year course is designed to introduce students who have successfully completed Algebra I to the core concepts of computer science. The areas of major emphasis are computer programming, algorithms, and problem-solving. An introductory programming language is used as the vehicle for implementing computer-based solutions. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either the one half required computer credit and one-half of the elective credit or one elective credit. Computer Science II H Prerequisite: Computer Science I This one-year project-based course emphasizes object-oriented programming, algorithms, and arrays, and builds on the skills acquired in Computer Science I. Topics include program design, program implementation, standard data structures, and standard algorithms. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either the one-half required computer credit and one half elective credit or one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. This course may allow students to earn college credit from the College of Southern Nevada.
Computer Science III H Prerequisite: Computer Science I & II H Concurrent Enrollment in CS III Lab This one-year course builds on the skills acquired in Computer Science II and provides students with practical experience in object-oriented programming. This course focuses on advanced data structures, emerging technologies, and the implementation of software development methodologies. Project-based learning, collaboration, and project management are essential elements of this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either the one-half required computer credit and one-half of the elective credit or one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Computer Science III Lab Prerequisite: Computer Science I & II H Concurrent Enrollment in CS III H or AP Computer Science This one-year course is designed to expand opportunities for applied learning for students who are concurrently enrolled in Computer Science III Honors. This course provides an in-depth lab experience that applies the processes, concepts, and principles as described in the course goals. Project-based learning, collaboration, and portfolio development are essential elements. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. ENGINEERING Recommended Electives: Introduction to Robotics, Drafting and Design, Architectural Drafting & Design I, II, III. Civil Engineering & Architecture Prerequisite: Intro. to Engineering Design Principles of Engineering $25 Fee This one-year course is designed to prepare students for civil engineering and architecture-related careers by providing experiences in a project based learning environment. Students investigate the roles of civil engineers and architects, project planning, site planning, building design, and project documentation and presentation. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Engineering Design & Development Prerequisite: Intro. to Engineering Design Principles of Engineering Civil Engineering & Architecture $25 Fee This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Introduction to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, and Civil Engineering & Architecture. This course provides students with a project-based learning approach in which students work in teams to research, design, and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Introduction to Engineering Design Prerequisite: $10 Fee This one-year course provides students with a project-based learning approach to the design-development process in engineering. Students use solid-modeling and computer design software to analyze, create, and construct engineering projects. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Principles of Engineering Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Design $25 Fee This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Introduction to Engineering Design.
Students use mathematics, science, and technology in an engineering problem-solving environment. The course focuses on the social and political consequences of technological change. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. AP Environmental Science This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Environmental Science examination. This college-level curriculum provides students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing field of environmental science. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one credit of the Nevada high school graduation requirement for science and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance. Note: It is expected that students will take the AP exam in May. See your counselor if you have a financial hardship. Open to 11th and 12th grade students of all programs. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I or Biology I H and Chemistry or Chemistry I H; teacher recommendation BIOMEDICINE Advanced Principles of Biotechnology This one-year course focuses on techniques that use living organisms or substances from those organisms, to make or modify a product to improve plants or animals, or to develop microorganisms for specific uses. This laboratory-intensive course applies the skills and practices necessary to understand aspects related to biotechnology, which are represented among immunology, microbial genomics, and bioethics for the purpose of applications within the medical field. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Fee: $40 Biotechnical Engineering This one-year course aligns with Project Lead The Way expectations and is designed for students who have successfully completed coursework in the biomedical or engineering programs. Topics include biomechanics, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, human interface, bioprocesses, forensics, and
bioethics. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits for high school graduation. Fee: $40 (Lab coat fee optional) Biomedical Innovation This one-year course aligns with Project Lead The Way expectations and focuses on problem solving within the biomedical sciences. Topics include clinical medicine, physiology, biomedical engineering, and public health. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Fee: $30 Human Body Systems This one-year course aligns with Project Lead The Way expectations and examines the interactions of the human body systems. Students design experiments to investigate the structures and functions of the human body. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Prerequisite: Principles of Biomedical Sciences Fee: $30 Medical Interventions This one-year course aligns with Project Lead The Way expectations and investigates the interventions in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases. Topics emphasized are related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Prerequisite: Human Body Systems Fee: $30 Principles of Biomedical Sciences
This one-year course aligns with Project Lead The Way expectations and introduces students to the human body systems and various health conditions. Topics emphasized are human medicine, research processes, and bioinformatics. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation Prerequisite: None Fee: $30 Principles of Biotechnology This one-year course focuses on techniques that use living organisms or substances from those organisms, to make or modify a product to improve plants or animals, or to develop microorganisms for specific uses. This course develops the skills and practices necessary to understand aspects related to biotechnology, which are represented among microbial, plant, animal, marine, genomics, medical ethics, and bioethics. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. Prerequisite: Principles of Biomedical Sciences Fee: $40 Senior Research Project Advanced Studies This one-year course is designed to enable juniors and/or seniors to thoroughly investigate an approved scientific topic of their choice under the sponsorship of a mentor and/or committee. The project must be designed and approved prior to the beginning of the student s senior year. Students are expected to work independently and consult with their supervising mentor for guidance. Students are required to provide their mentor and/or committee of interested or qualified persons with a written report or oral presentation of their study. Credit is awarded upon satisfactory completion of the project as commensurate with the hours spent on the project. Lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. Prerequisite: 12 th grade standing Fee: TBD
TECHNNIQUE & THEORY OF DANCE I (TNT I) TECHNNIQUE & THEORY OF DANCE II (TNT II) TECHNNIQUE & THEORY OF DANCE III (TNT III) ELEMENTS OF DANCE I Dance This one year, two-period course is designed to develop the student s knowledge of the fundamentals of dance, rhythmic analysis, history, composition, and choreography. This course will develop and extend the artistic, affective, cognitive, and psychomotor potentials of the student. The students will be provided with opportunities to explore, create, and perform ballet, jazz, modern, and theatrical modern dance forms. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill one physical education credit and one arts/humanities elective credit toward high school graduation. Proper attire is required. This fulfills all PE requirements. All dance major students pay an annual fee of $20 for costumes. This one year, two-period course is designed to enhance the student s knowledge of the fundamentals of dance through technique, composition, and choreography. This course will develop and extend the artistic, affective, cognitive, and psychomotor potentials of the student. The students will be provided with opportunities to explore, create, and perform ballet, jazz, modern dance forms. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill one physical education credit and one arts/humanities elective credit toward high school graduation. Proper attire is required. This fulfills all PE requirements. All dance major students pay an annual fee of $20 for costumes. This one year, two-period course is designed to further enhance the student s knowledge of the fundamentals of dance with a stronger emphasis on composition, choreography, and technique in all forms of dance. This course will develop and extend the artistic, affective, cognitive, and psychomotor potentials of the student. The students will be provided with opportunities to explore, create, and perform ballet, jazz, modern dance forms. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill one physical education credit and one arts/humanities elective credit toward high school graduation. Proper attire is required. This fulfills all PE requirements. All dance major students pay an annual fee of $20 for costumes. This one year, two-period course is designed to further enhance the student s performance through extensive exploration of the fundamentals of dance. The elements of space, force, time, and locomotors and non-loco motor movements will be incorporated into the composition and choreographic process. This course will develop and extend the artistic, affective, cognitive, and psychomotor potentials of the advanced students. The students will be provided with opportunities to explore, create, and perform ballet, jazz, Open to Dance and Non- Dance Majors Intended for Dance Majors, Successful completion of TNT I or with department consent. Dance Majors only Levels 3B, 3A Successful completion of TNT I and TNT II or with department chairperson s consent. Dance Majors only Successful completion of TNT I, II and III or with department chairperson s consent.
ELEMENTS OF DANCE I (continued ) ELEMENTS OF DANCE II ADVANCED STUDY DANCE: Advanced Technique Ballet Intermediate Modern Intermediate Jazz Advanced Modern Advanced Jazz Choreography Contemporary modern dance forms. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill one physical education credit and one arts/humanities elective credit toward high school graduation. Proper attire is required. This fulfills all PE requirements. All dance major students pay an annual fee of $20 for costumes. The course is designed for the ultra advanced dance majors with performance experience in major productions. These students must have been in the dance department for a minimum of two years. Application of space, force, and time will be used in student s choreography and composition. Students will produce and stage own choreographic works and compositions for various performances and the Senior Choreography Showcase. Proper attire is required. This fulfills all PE requirements. All dance major students pay an annual fee of $20 for costumes. Advanced study courses are specialized elective dance classes concentrating on technique in ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, or choreography forms of dance. The levels include intermediate and advanced. Students enrolled in any of these elective classes should also be enrolled in Technique and Theory I, Technique and Theory II, Technique and Theory III, Elements of Dance I, or Elements of Dance II. Proper attire is required. Students must maintain a high level of discipline and etiquette to be admitted and maintained in class. Instructor s and department consent required. All dance major students pay an annual fee of $20 for costumes. Dance Majors only Successful completion of Elements of Dance I and/or department chairperson s consent. Dance Majors only Non- Dance Majors at teachers discretion Teachers will place all dance major students Instructor s consent required
MUSIC THEORY I AP MUSIC THEORY Music This course is designed to instruct students in the fundamentals of music theory. Concepts such as basic terminology and notational skills, sight-reading, eartraining, and music writing and analysis will be explored. The course reinforces all previously learned music principles, enabling students to be adequately prepared for music theory courses taught at the University level. Computer music theory software such as Finale will be used. This is a one-year course with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement Music Theory examination. This course is designed for students who wish to further develop their understanding of music fundamentals, harmony, rhythm, and musical analysis. It is suggested that students have prior instrumental experience or membership in school vocal ensembles. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one elective credit required for high school graduation. MODERN MUSIC This one-year course is designed to provide the student with a survey of the Teacher TECHNOLOGY contemporary musical field as it relates to current technology and career choices. The course will cover all aspects of technology pertaining to the field of studio recording, including topic areas such as: basic sound principles, transducers - microphone and loudspeakers, signal processing devices, magnetic recording, noise and noise reduction, recording consoles, the recording session, the mixdown session, in-line recording, and an introduction to digital audio. The course will also encompass other areas of modern music technology such as record production from both the creative and technological aspects, commercial applications of music, and music law. A variety of lab experiences will be provided so that the student may obtain a practical as well as theoretical knowledge of the field. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill the one arts/humanities credit required for graduation. Recommended for all freshmen music majors. All theory students will be required to take a placement test. Teacher recommendation It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. recommendation Music Theory I $40 fee VOCAL ENSEMBLE (Vocal/Jazz Ensemble elective) BEGINNING BAND (elective) BEGINNING ORCHESTRA (elective) This one-year course is designed for ninth through twelfth grade students to develop solo and small ensemble vocal techniques and repertoire within the jazz idiom. Small ensemble and solo performance techniques are integral to the students' mastery of vocal skills. In addition, exposure to the wide variety of literature in the solo and small ensemble jazz repertoire encourages future study. These ensembles have many performances throughout the year. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. This group is designed for music and non-music majors who wish to continue their instrumental music studies. Students must already play a band instrument. The class will emphasize the development of fundamental skills necessary to become an independent musician i.e. auditions, basic music theory, intonation, style, articulation, dynamics, rhythmic precision, blend, balance, and tone. A progression of technical proficiency is expected. This one-year class is open by audition and/or recommendation of instructor. This ensemble is designed for music and non-music majors who wish to continue their instrumental music studies. Students must already play a string instrument. The class will emphasize the development of fundamental skills necessary to become an independent musician i.e. auditions, basic music theory, intonation, style, articulation, dynamics, rhythmic precision, blend, balance, and tone. A progression of technical proficiency is expected. This one-year class is open by audition and/or recommendation of instructor. Audition Required, Purchase of performance attire is required Purchase of performance attire is required. $40 fee Teacher Approval Purchase of performance attire is required. $20 fee Teacher Approval
CHORUS I CHORUS II Chorus I is designed for 9th 12th grade music and non- music majors who wish to continue their vocal music studies. Chorus I performs in various concerts and festivals. A progression of vocal proficiency is expected. The importance of sustained group and individual effort is stressed. Students taking Choir as an elective are expected to participate in all activities and travels. This one-year class is open by audition and/or recommendation of instructor. Chorus II is designed for 10th 12th grade music majors who wish to continue their vocal music studies. Chorus II perform in various concerts and festivals. A progression of vocal proficiency is expected. The importance of sustained group and individual effort is stressed. Students taking Choir as an elective are expected to participate in all activities and travels. This one-year class is open by audition and/or recommendation of instructor. Audition required. Purchase of performance attire is required. Audition required. Purchase of performance attire is required. PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA SYMPHONIC BAND (Varsity Band I) This course is designed for the advanced music student that wishes to participate in a full orchestra. The class will emphasize the development of orchestral skills necessary to perform the wealth of literature written for the philharmonic orchestra. Travel to various performance venues is required. A progression of technical proficiency is expected. This one-year class is open by audition and/or the recommendation of the instructor. This course is designed for the advanced music student that wishes to participate in a full symphonic band. The class will emphasize the development of basic skills necessary to become an independent musician i.e. auditions, intonation, style, articulation, dynamics, rhythmic precision, blend, balance, tone, and basic music theory. Audition and/or teacher recommendation. Purchase of performance attire is required. $40 fee Audition and/or teacher recommendation. Purchase of performance attire is required. $40 fee
Theatre THEATRE I This first-year course is designed to familiarize non-theatre major students None (elective) with the theatre: its intent, structure, effectiveness, and value. Class work focuses on student performance through demonstration of various acting skills. Continuous emphasis will be made to develop awareness and selfexpression, to increase general knowledge of the theatre, and to encourage social adjustment. This course will fulfill one of the elective credits required for graduation. TECHNICAL This course is designed for students interested in learning about technical None THEATRE I theatre, but who are not currently enrolled as a student in the Theatre (elective) Technology major. It will give the student practical information on the many aspects of technical theatre. The students will be required to participate in the technical aspects of current productions and performing groups utilizing the three theaters on campus, in addition to the project /assignments given in class. This year long course will fulfill one elective credit required for graduation. PLAYWRITING This year-long course is designed to provide students with the skills to None (elective) write scripts for the performing arts. Emphasis will be given on the creative process, as well as, research, analysis, interpretation, language study and voice which are essential to any successful script development. Original plays will be analyzed and evaluated from a playwriting perspective, judging the validity of literary work utilizing critical thinking skills. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. MUSICAL THEATRE I (elective) MUSICAL THEATRE II (elective) THEATRE II This one-year course is designed for the college-bound or the student who seeks a professional career in musical theatre. The program is designed for the student already gifted with the basic abilities of acting, singing, and dancing in musical theatre performances. The course will further enhance and utilize skills through intensive and specialized course work. This course is open to students by audition only. Advancement is based upon a jury at the end of the first year of study as well as continued advisement sessions with the musical theatre faculty. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. This one-year course is designed for the student who is pursing a professional career in musical theatre. The program is designed for students already gifted with the basic abilities of acting, singing, and dancing. The course will further enhance and utilize skills through intensive and specialized course work. Students will explore tap, jazz, singing and acting and will choreograph for various projects. Students will oversee the production of a Broadway-style production. This course will fulfill either one art/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation and may be repeated for credit. 10th 12th grades only Introductory Course in Theatre or Choir, Audition and/or teacher recommendation. 11th 12th grades only Successful completion of Musical Theatre I Audition and/or teacher recommendation. This second-year course is designed to familiarize students with the theatre: its intent, structure, effectiveness, and value. Class work focuses on student performance through demonstration of various acting skills. Continuous emphasis will be made to develop awareness and self-expression, to increase general knowledge of the theatre, and to encourage social adjustment. This course will Successful completion of Theatre I, Audition for Non
fulfill one of the elective credits required for graduation. THEATRE III THEATRE IV This one-year course is designed for the student who appropriate Theatre II course. Students will demonstr through reading, rehearsing, and acting theatre literatu ensemble work will be emphasized. Students are exp festivals and workshops. This course will fulfill the o required for graduation. Theatre IV is designed to further build upon skills acq II and Theatre III courses. This course will delve furt apply them to a more advanced course of study. This concepts in theatrical performance and analysis. In de course will include: Theatre History, Acting Styles, V Analysis. THEATRE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY I THEATRE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY II This one-year course will allow the students to explore technical theatre production skills. Students will be instructed in the design concepts of costumes, make-up, properties, publicity, scenery construction, sound, stage lighting, and stage management. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective requirements for graduation. This one-year course will introduce the concepts of theatrical design and continue building on the students craft skills of theatrical production. Students will be instructed in theatrical design concepts, stage lighting, sound, scenery construction, costumes, properties, and backstage responsibilities. Students will assume technical responsibilities for school plays, musicals, and other theatre-related performances. This course will fulfill one of the elective credits required for graduation. Students are required to work outside the classroom on current productions. None Successful completion of Theatre Design Technology I or by audition/interview THEATRE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY III THEATRE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY ADVANCED STUDIES This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Technical Theatre II. Students will design, construct, and apply theatre production skills for all school productions. Students will assume leadership responsibilities for all school plays, musicals, and other theatre related performances. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course also includes a more in-depth examination of Theatre as the study of the Human Condition, and students will be required to learn proper methods of research to support and influence their artistic choices. Students are required to work outside the classroom on current productions. This course will fulfill one art/humanities elective credit toward graduation. This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Technical Theatre III. This is a course designed to further theatrical design and stagecraft skills in several areas, including scenery, costume, properties, lighting, and sound. In addition students will explore theatrical business, publicity, stage management and construction techniques in a laboratory setting. Students will be expected to work independently on advanced technical theatre projects and consult with their supervising teacher for guidance. Students will assume leadership and management responsibilities in preparation for post-secondary education and use in the work force. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the arts and humanities requirements for graduation. Successful completion of Theatre Design Technology II Successful completion of Theatre Design Technology III
CERAMICS I DESIGN CRAFTS PHOTOGRAPHY I PHOTOGRAPHY II Visual Arts This one-year course is designed to provide experience in three-dimensional design as it applies to ceramics. The course includes an exploration of hand building methods and an introduction to wheel techniques. Surface decoration, vocabulary development, studio participation and safety, historical appreciation and evaluation are part of the course. This course will fulfill one elective credit required for graduation. This one-year course is designed to provide students exploration opportunities in a variety of materials in order to produce sophisticated, two- and threedimensional works of art. Select materials such as plaster, wood, clay and fibers will be introduced. Students will learn about sculpting and a mixed-media approach through production, appreciation, historical context, and aesthetic judgment. Students will be expected to supplement art materials in addition to their art fee. This course will fulfill the one Arts/Humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. This one-year course is designed to instruct students in the fundamentals of commercial photography as it deals with seeing photographically, operating cameras, image processing, output, and quality control. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course will fulfill one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation. This one-year course provides students with the fundamentals of commercial photography. Topics include photographic vision, operating cameras, image processing, output, and quality control. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one Arts/Humanities credits or one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. None $40 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies None $40 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies None $40 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies Photo I and teacher recommendation $40 lab fee plus other supplies STUDIO ART: 3D Sculpture INDEPENDENT STUDY This one-year class is designed to provide the art student with a more advanced approach to art and art production. Students will learn how to work more independently as they organize and prioritize their artwork for individual art exhibition. Students will perfect their techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking, and technology. The students are expected to produce quality art pieces, develop a concentration in a particular area of art, and work in an overall mixed-media approach to their work. Students enrolled in Studio Art will be required to produce a portfolio of quality work that reflects a progression of learning from previous years. All art majors will be expected to purchase supplemental art supplies in addition to their art fees. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. Studio Art students are strongly encouraged to complete Summer Assignments, meet with the AP class and participate in activities, but it is NOT required. This course may be repeated for credit. This elective class is open to any senior art student currently working on their Senior project and/or AP portfolio and needs extra time in order to perfect it. Students must be self-motivated and self-directed. Students will pre-plan and contract their art projects with their teacher and will be expected to produce a variety of artwork that reflects sophistication, expression, technical skills, and sensitivity. Students will be required to purchase supplemental art supplies in addition to their art fees. 11th 12th grades Visual Arts Majors or students that have successfully completed 2 or more art or technical theatre classes Teacher Approval $70.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies Co-Requisite: AP Art or Senior Project, Teacher Recommendation. $40 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies
AP HISTORY OF ART VISUAL DESIGN I VISUAL DESIGN II ART THEORY & PRACTICE STUDIO ART This is a one-year course with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement Art History examination. Students will gain an understanding of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within historical and cultural contexts. In this course, students examine major forms of artistic expression from the past and the present from a variety of cultures. This course will fulfill the one arts credit required for high school graduation. This one-year course is designed to provide an understanding of the elements and principles of art. Emphasis will be placed on two-dimensional art production, the study of art history, aesthetics and art criticism. As well as their art fees, students will be expected to purchase supplemental art supplies. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. This course may be repeated for credit. This one-year foundation course is a continuation of Visual Design I, as it continues to challenge students on the next level of methodology. Students will continue to learn technique and skill while a wider variety of media are introduced. Art history from Early Christian to Mannerism will be taught as well as aesthetics and art criticism. Students will be exposed to new ways of art production such as sculpting and printmaking in addition to drawing, painting and group exhibition. As well as their art fees, students will be expected to purchase supplemental art supplies. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. This course may be repeated for credit. This one-year art class will continue to expose students to the art elements and principles of design on a more intermediate level. Critical thinking and sophistication in technique and skill will be emphasized. Students will continue to be challenged as they learn to become more self-directed through problemsolving artistic lessons. Students will continue to explore areas of drawing, painting, airbrush and printmaking. Students will also be encouraged to incorporate technology into their own art production. An introduction to the AP art portfolio or a similar exit portfolio will be emphasized as well as art history from Renaissance to Baroque, aesthetics, and art criticism. As well as their art fees, students will be expected to purchase supplemental art supplies. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. This course may be repeated for credit. This one-year class is designed to provide the art student with a more advanced approach to art and art production. Students will learn how to work more independently as they organize and prioritize their artwork for the Senior project/individual art exhibition. Students will perfect their techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking, and technology. The students are expected to produce quality art pieces, develop a concentration in a particular area of art, and work in an overall mixed-media approach to their work. Students enrolled in Studio Art will be required to produce a portfolio of quality work that reflects a progression of learning from previous years. All art majors will be expected to purchase supplemental art supplies in addition to their art fees. This course will fulfill either the one arts/humanities credit or one of the elective credits required for graduation. Studio Art students are strongly encouraged to complete Summer Assignments, meet with the AP class and participate in activities, but it is NOT required. This course may be repeated for credit. 11th 12th Grades It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. Teacher recommendation Audition/Teacher Approval $60.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies Visual Design I, Audition/ Teacher Approval $60.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies Visual Design II, Audition/Teacher Approval $60.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies Art Theory& Practice, Audition/Teacher Approval $70.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies
AP STUDIO ART: Drawing AP STUDIO ART: 2D Design AP STUDIO ART: 3D Design This one-year course facilitates highly motivated students in creating a college level portfolio of artwork demonstrating a mastery of drawing. Students engage a wide range of approaches and media to address various drawing issues through abstract, observational, and/or inventive works. By AP guidelines, digital images of twelve works demonstrating an in-depth exploration are submitted for the Concentration section and twelve works demonstrating a broad understanding of drawing issues are submitted for the Breadth section. Five works of the highest quality are physically mailed for the Quality section of the portfolio. Students should expect to work an additional four to six hours outside of class each week. Exact requirements may change and are specified by the College Board at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/studiodrawing. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated. This one-year course facilitates highly motivated students in the creation of a college level portfolio of two-dimensional art with design focus. Through any 2D process or medium, students create works that demonstrate a range of understanding and fundamental mastery of 2-D visual concerns and methods. By AP guidelines, digital images of twelve works demonstrating an in-depth exploration are submitted for the Concentration section and twelve works demonstrating a broad understanding of drawing issues are submitted for the Breadth section. Five works of highest quality are physically mailed for the Quality section. Students should expect to work an additional four to six hours outside of class each week. Exact requirements may change and are specified by the College Board at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/studio2d. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated. This one-year course facilitates highly motivated students in the creation of a college level portfolio demonstrating mastery of 3-D design. Through additive, subtractive and/or fabricated processes, students create works that demonstrate a range of understanding and fundamental mastery of 3-D visual concerns and methods. By AP guidelines, twelve digital images of works demonstrating an in-depth exploration are submitted for the Concentration section. Sixteen images of eight works, shown in two views each, demonstrating a broad understanding of 3-D design are submitted for the Breadth section. Ten digital images of five works, shown in two views each, are submitted for the Quality section. Students should expect to work an additional four to six hours outside of class each week. There will be summer assignments in addition to outside hours required. Exact requirements may change and are specified by the College Board at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/studio3d. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. There will be a total of 5 Summer Assignments, activities & meetings that will be required of all AP students. These assignments will be due & critiqued the second day of school. Students will lose AP status if they are not completed. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated. 11th 12th grades Teacher Approval It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. $70.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies 12th grade Teacher Approval It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. $70.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies 11th 12th grades Teacher Approval It is expected students will take the AP exam in May. $70.00 art fee plus the cost of additional supplies