High School Course Descriptions

Visual Arts
Art I (9-12)
The first art course in high school is designed to introduce the student to the various art forms and to develop an appreciation for history of art. Units in design and composition will explore various media and techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, and printmaking. Students will have the opportunity to display their products at various shows, festivals, and contests. No prior art experience is required to be eligible for this course.
PR:   None                                                                   SEM: 2 CR: 1
Art II (10-12)
The second year art course is designed to build on the experience of the first year art course in the areas of drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and art history. The projects of the students are more complex than those of the first year. Assignments in drawing and painting involve experimental approaches to the use of materials, interpretations, and evaluations of projects.  Projects are designed to emphasize the conceptual elements of the works. Focus is on extensive creativity, imagery, individualization, and gallery
display.
PR:   Art I/Student Portfolio                                         SEM: 2 CR: 1
Art III (11-12)
The third year art course provides for activities on a more advanced level than those of the preceding two years. Emphasis continues to be placed on understanding and recognition of art styles and the significance and values of art as a means of expression. Extended creativity and portfolio development is emphasized in this third year course.
PR:   Art II/Student Portfolio                                         SEM: 2 CR: 1
Art IV (12)
Art IV is an advanced course based on the experiences and skills developed in the first three years. It provides background preparation for students who may wish to major in art in college. Projects are individualized to accommodate students’ desires to further explore media and ideas of their own choice. Student portfolios are developed extensively.
PR:   Art III/Student Portfolio                                        SEM: 2 CR: 1

Advanced Placement
AP Art History (11-12)
Syllabus
This course challenges students to an understanding and knowledge of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within diverse historical and cultural contexts. Students must examine and critically analyze major forms of artistic expression. AP Art History provides students an independent track of study that is more rigorous and academically challenging. Students may be assigned a class section that includes working on different tracks of rigor and depth. Course availability depends upon teacher certification and assessment rubric.

AP Art Portfolio Courses (11-12)
Syllabus
This course includes : AP Drawing Portfolio, AP 2-D Portfolio,  and AP 3D Portfolio. Each choice enables students to develop in-depth personal styles and themes in original creation of artworks with opportunities to explore at a high level of difficulty. Portfolio students will be assigned different tracks of rigor, focus, and depth. Course availability depends upon teacher certification and student portfolio.

Middle School Course Descriptions

Electives Art

6th Grade
Sixth grade art allow students to create original works of art by exploring a variety of art media, techniques, and processes in both 2-D and 3-D art forms.  Tempera, ink, watercolor, charcoal, pastels, oil pastels, clay, paper and fabric are some of the media utilized.  Drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, and weaving are some of the techniques and processes involved in instruction.  Study of cultures and artists, along with, the display of student artwork are also integral parts of 6th grade art.
 
7th Grade
Seventh grade art allow students to create original works of art by exploring a variety of art media, techniques, and processes in both 2-D and 3-D art forms.  Tempera, ink, watercolor, charcoal, pastels, oil pastels, clay, paper and fabric are some of the media utilized.  Drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, and weaving are some of the techniques and processes involved in instruction.  Study of cultures and artists, along with, the display of student artwork are also integral parts of 7th grade art. Portfolio development and art competitions are important components of 7th grade art.

8th Grade
Eighth grade art allow students to create original works of art by exploring a variety of art media, techniques, and processes in both 2-D and 3-D art forms.  Tempera, ink, watercolor, charcoal, pastels, oil pastels, clay, paper and fabric are some of the media utilized.  Drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, and weaving are some of the techniques and processes involved in instruction.  Study of cultures and artists, along with, the display of student artwork are also integral parts of 8th grade art. Portfolio development and art competitions become more rigorous in 8th grade art.