VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

 

Architectural Design (ROP)

(11-12) This course allows the students to express themselves visually and showcases their creativity. Instruction in the following areas: elements of design, architectural history, sketching and computer design. Students are guided through a series of projects using computer aided design (CAD) software. This competency-based course prepares students for entry-level positions or further training in architectural design. Integrated into the course are career preparation standards which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, workplace safety, technology and employment literacy.

Prerequisites:  Basic Art and Design I, Algebra I, Geometry and/or approval of the instructor.

Meets UC and CSU ÒgÓ elective requirement

 

Art 1 (Semester)

This is an introductory skills-based, visual art course that introduces students to a variety of media. Students will also learn about art history and develop aesthetic valuing skills through writing. Class assignments are based on the California Visual Art Standards and introduce students to the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design. This class prepares students for the next level of art classes. Lab donation requested for materials.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Art 2 (Semester)

Students apply artistic processes and skills, using a wide variety of media, to communicate meaning and intent to works of art based on the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design. Students further develop skills learned in Art 1 to create more individualized works of art moving from proficient to advanced levels. The study of Art History and culture are included in the curriculum. Assignments are based on the California Visual Arts Standards.

Prerequisite:  Completion of Art 1 with C or better.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Art 3

Grades 10-12. This advanced year long class emphasizes developing artwork of portfolio quality. Students learn to apply design elements in increasingly sophisticated ways. Strong emphasis upon creativity and craftsmanship. Wide range of mediums available including pastel pencils, acrylic, scratchboard, collage and calligraphic pens. Printmaking will be introduced. Sketchbook work and two research papers required.

Prerequisite: Art 1 and 2 with ÒCÓ or better, or permission of instructor

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Studio Art AP

Students work at an advanced skill level to produce an individual portfolio of two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional work. This rigorous class requires that students be self-motivated as they prepare to submit a portfolio for the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in the Spring. All work must follow class specifications to assure variety and meet the demands of the portfolio contents with multiple measures for quality production.  Students must be able to demonstrate mastery in various media and artistic concepts while producing two categories of work to meet the Concentration and Breadth requirements of the AP portfolio. All assignments are based on the CA Visual Art Standards. Summer work is expected.

Prerequisite:

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

3D Art 1 (Semester)Video Description

This art class is an introduction to basic design elements and principles with three dimensional design applications. Students work in a variety of media and with varied techniques to create original works of art. There is a strong emphasis on creativity and craftsmanship. This course is aligned with the California Visual Art Standards.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

3D Art 2Video Description

This advanced three-dimensional art class explores the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design in increasingly sophisticated ways when applied to a variety of forms and sculptures. Students work in a variety of media with advanced techniques, to create in-depth original works of art. This course is aligned with the California Visual Art Standards.

Prerequisite:  3D Art 1 with C or better.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

3D Art 3Video Description

Grades 10-12. This is an advanced three- dimensional art class which allows students to create larger sculptures using advanced materials and methods.

Prerequisite: 3D Art 1 and 2

Meets UC & CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Ceramics (1/2 Yearlong)Video Description

Grades 10-12. This course explores a variety of techniques in clay construction, wheel throwing, glazing and surface decoration. Students apply the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design using the medium of clay. This course is aligned with the California Visual Art Standards.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Photography Beginning (Semester)Video Description

Grades 11-12. This is an introductory class in which students will learn to shoot, process and print their own black and white photographs. The course curriculum is aligned to the California Visual Art Standards and addresses the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design with specific applications to photography. Access to a 35 mm camera, auto or manual, is preferable.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Digital PhotoVideo Description

Grades 11-12. This digital photography class will explore the many facets of digital imagery. Students are expected to produce and preserve images that paint a picture, tell a story, or record an event. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of technical editing strategies and techniques through the use of Adobe Photoshop. This digital photography program will deepen the understanding of composition and image design; focusing on color, theory, and practical applications.

Meets UC & CSU ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Digital Arts/Designs for the Web (ROP)Video Description

Grades 11-12. This is a college preparatory course designed to enable students to achieve an understanding and appreciation of artistic expression and be able to use that expression to enhance communication. Student will create original digital arts projects using contemporary media techniques.  Outside research is part of the curriculum.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ Visual and Performing requirement

 

Video Production [Art of] (ROP)

Students will acquire the visual arts skills to create quality video productions.  Emphasis is on the uses of communication and organizational skills.   Students learn the basic skills to produce their own videos while exploring aspects of pre-production, script writing, camera work, lighting and sound.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ Visual and Performing Arts requirement

Prerequisite:  Basic computer skis, fine arts, photography, drama or journalism are recommended

 

Video Broadcasting ROP

Grades 11-12. This is an advanced video production class in which students build upon previously acquired skills and work together to create a news and entertainment magazine for TV, which can be broadcast through the school network, through a local community channel, or uploaded to the Internet. The class structure mimics the workplace environment of a broadcasting studio by creating job titles in which students specialize to produce the show. Students fulfill all roles of a broadcasting studio, including production manager, lead story editor, audio engineer, special effects and graphic designer, acquisition manager, tape logger, promotion and commercial developer, producer, writer, correspondent, camera operator, and editor.  By meeting together as a group to produce a product, the students learn what itÕs like to produce a TV show in a working broadcast environment.

This competency-based course prepares students for entry-level positions in the broadcasting industry, as well as preparing them for advanced communication studies at the postsecondary level.  Integrated throughout the course are career technical education standards which include basic academic skills, communication, career planning, technology, problem solving, safety, responsibility, ethics, teamwork, and technical knowledge.

 

Theatre Arts 1Video Description

This course is an exploration in voice, diction, and movement.  You will perform improvisations, pantomime and scenes in order to develop acting and public speaking skills.  Class work includes, but is not limited to, the study of method acting, auditioning techniques, performing comedy, stage dialects, and styles of acting.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Theatre Arts 2

Students with a commitment to excellence in theatre will continue more advanced studies of acting techniques, advanced improvisation, and theatre history.  Students will create short productions for a final exam performance that reflects the skills and techniques learned.

Prerequisite:  Completion of Theatre Arts 1 with a grade of C or better.

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Theatre Arts 3

To qualify for theatre Arts 3, a student must have basic and/or technical skills and a willingness to make a commitment to excellence in theatre.  This class includes, but is not limited to, the study of method acting, auditioning techniques, performing comedy, stage dialects, and styles in acting.  Students will create a production for a final exam performance that reflects the skills and techniques learned during the year.

Prerequisite:  Theatre Arts 1-2 and permission of instructor (audition requirement).

Meets U.C and C.S.U. ÒfÓ requirement.

 

Play Production (ROP)

This course offers the advanced theatre student the opportunity to gain additional experience in dramatic arts through acting, technical theatre and exploration of theatre within an historical and cultural context.  Students participate in all aspects of producing a play, including scene design and construction, costume design, sound and lighting design, make-up, properties acquisition and publicity.  Students work as an ensemble to produce and perform in school productions and participate in local theatre competitions.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ Visual and Performing Arts requirement

Prerequisite: Theatre Arts

 

Concert Band

Grades 9-12.  The focus of this class is to develop instrumental techniques, using a wide spectrum of wind band literature.  The class will include elements of music theory, historical and cultural context, and connections to other disciplines.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory and formal performance attire is required.

Prerequisite:  Open to all students with previous music experience on a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument or students developing a second instrument.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Orchestra

Grades 9-12.  The focus of the class is to develop string and instrumental ensemble techniques.  A variety of orchestra literature will be covered.  Previous string experience Is encouraged.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory and formal performance attire is required.

Prerequisite:  All String players are welcome. Wind and Percussion instruments by audition/consent of instructor.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Symphonic BandVideo Description

Grades 10-12.  The focus of this class is a continuation of intermediate/advanced instrumental techniques using a wide spectrum of intermediate/advanced wind band literature.  This class will include a more in depth study of musical elements, historical and cultural context, and connections to other disciplines.  9th graders are welcome to audition.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory and formal performance attire is required.

Prerequisite: Audition/consent of instructor

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Wind Ensemble

Grades 10-12.  The focus of this class is a continuation of advanced instrumental techniques using a wide spectrum of advanced wind ensemble literature.  This class will include an advanced study of musical elements, historical and cultural context, and connections to other disciplines.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory and formal performance attire is required.

Prerequisite:  Audition/consent of instructor

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

 

Jazz BandVideo Description

Grades 9-12.  This is considered an intermediate jazz course.  Students must have prior experience on a traditional jazz instrument:  saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, electric guitar or drum set.  The class will include elements of jazz theory, historical and cultural context, and connections to other disciplines.  Introduction and enhancement of improvisation skills and techniques will be covered.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory and formal performance attire is required.

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of audition process

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Jazz EnsembleVideo Description

Grades 10-12.  This is considered an advanced jazz course.  The class will include advanced elements of jazz theory, historical and cultural context, and connections to other disciplines.  Advanced improvisation skills and techniques will be utilized.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory and formal performance attire is required.

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of audition process

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Marching and Auxiliary Program

Grades 9-12.  The focus of the class is to develop instrumental techniques, using a wide spectrum of marching band literature.  The class will include elements of movement and performance skills.  This group will represent the school at school, community and regional events.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory.

Prerequisite: All musicians welcome.  Auxiliary by audition.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Mixed Chorus

Grades 9-12.  Do you want to learn how to sing?  This entry-level choir is open to all students wishing to learn the fundamentals of good singing technique and basic musicianship.  No previous singing experience is necessary and no audition is required, however students must accurately match pitch.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory.  A performance outfit may be required.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Concert Choir

Grades 10-12.  This class is an intermediate vocal music course.  Students will expand their mastery of music fundamentals, vocal technique, and historical/cultural perspectives of choral music.  Students are exposed to a wide variety of music ranging from classical to contemporary.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory. L This class may take performance related tours.  A formal performance outfit may be required.

Prerequisite:  Audition or consent of the instructor

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Chamber Singers

Grades 10-12.  This group is an advanced ensemble of dedicated and committed students.  Members are expected to understand and master music theory, sight-reading, and sing complex music in a variety of genres and performance styles.  This group performs extensively throughout the year and a formal performance outfit is required.

Prerequisite: Audition or consent of the instructor

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Treble Choir

Grades 10-12.  Members of this intermediate level class continue their vocal development, appreciation of music and music reading skills.  This group sings more complex music that that of the beginning level choirs.  Participation in regularly scheduled co-curricular performances is mandatory. A performance uniform is required.

Audition or consent of the instructor

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Music Today 1Video Description                                                                                             

Grades 9-12. Music TodayÉ.and Yesterday is a two-part class designed to help students better comprehend our heritage, culture, and the music creating process, through a historically-oriented study of Western Art, Music, Jazz, and Popular Contemporary music.  Activities include analyzing musical compositions, studying music through recorded media, and researching various artists, often in group presentations.  Music Today 1 will focus primarily on learning to read and comprehend printed music, understanding the music making process and the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary music periods.

Meets UC and CSUÓ fÓ requirement

 

Music Today 2Video Description

Grades 9-12. This semester class will focus primarily on American art forms including Jazz, Musical Theater, and Rock.  Students will still work on some of the concepts learned in Music Today1.

Prerequisite: ÒCÓ or better in Music Today 1

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ requirement

 

Music Theory AP (ROP)

Grades 11-12. This class is designed to give students the opportunity to enrich their knowledge of music theory and history, in addition to learning to apply computer technology to the music making process.  Class projects involve computer notation, composition, ear training, music theory and field trips to local studios and seminars. Students are encouraged to write their own musical compositions for performance by school ensembles. Students will be prepared to take the AP exam.

Meets UC and CSU ÒfÓ Visual and Performing Arts requirement

Prerequisite:  Ability to read music