Grade	Required Pathway Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar And Exploratory Dance (070531)	Intro to Drama Intro to Stagecraft Metalsmith 1-2 2-3 Years World Language           *Progression is performance based
10	Dance 1-2 (070561) or Dance 3-4 (070571)
11	Dance 3-4 (070571) or Dance 5-6 (070581)
12	Dance 5-6 (070581) or Dance 7-8 (070511)

 

 

 

Exploratory   Dance (070531/070532)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course is designed as a two semester, introductory course that provides students a foundation in dance while fulfilling their requirement for a physical education credit. This course, unlike other dance courses, may to be repeated for the student whose interest in dance is continual, yet casual. Students will begin to develop technical strengths through basic ballet, tap, jazz, folk- ethnic, and modern styles of dance. Elements of dance history, musicality, choreography, terminology, critical analysis, collaboration, and performance will be covered. Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances.

 

Dance 1-2 (070561/070562)                              AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous Dance level or instructor permission

Course Content: This course is designed as a two semester, introductory course that provides students a foundation in dance.  Students will begin to develop technical strength through the basic skills of ballet, tap, jazz, folk-ethnic, and creative (modern) movement.  Elements of dance history, genre, terminology, critical analysis, and performance will be covered.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances.

 

Dance 3-4 (070571/070572)                              AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  Successful completion of previous Dance level or instructor permission

Course Content: This course is designed to develop the creative horizons of dance students through intensive study and exploration of the choreographic process, while continuing to develop dance technical skills.  This course is designed to delve deeply into the creative component of dance, to explore the use of the mind and spirit as they relate to movement expression, expand knowledge and understanding of performance, abstract form, musical components, and rhythms.  Students will be introduced to advanced principles of technique. Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances.

 

Dance   5-6 (070581/070582)                             AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12      Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous Dance level or instructor permission

Course Content: This course will continue to develop students' technical strengths through the use of advanced technique, movement patterns, and terminology.  Students will expand their knowledge of movement expressivity.  Students will demonstrate proficiency in performance skills, musical components, and rhythms as they relate to dance.  Students will demonstrate proficient knowledge of movement in cardinal directions and planes of movement.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performance.

 

Dance   7-8 (Dual Enrollment) (070511/070512)                 AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  10, 11, 12     Credit:  1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  Successful completion of previous Dance level or instructor permission

Course Content: This course will continue to develop students' technical strengths through the use of advanced technique, complex movement patterns, and terminology.  Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge of movement expressivity.  Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge of performance skills, musical components, and rhythms as they relate to dance.  Students will demonstrate advanced knowledge of movement in all cardinal directions and planes of movement.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performance.

 

Grade	Required Pathway Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar and Textile Const and Design 1-2 (140261)	Intro to Drama Intro to Stagecraft Marketing 1-2 Metalsmith 1-2 2-3 Years World Language
10	Textile Const and Design 3-4 (140271)
11	Textile Const and Design 5-6 (140281)
12	Design Workshop (140201)

Textile Construction and Design 1-2 (140261/140262) TEXTILE CONST AND DESIGN 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit:  1 credit per semester

Note: Students will learn the foundation of Fashion Design and Clothing Construction in this course.  This class is taught by 2 teachers and is split between a computer lab and sewing lab. Students are REQUIRED to participate in the Fashion Show second semester, which is outside the school day.

Course Content: Interested in Fashion Design?  Interior Design?  Clothing & Textiles construction?  In this class, students explore the definition and application of elements and principle of design in living spaces, fashion and/or textiles.   Design trends, inspiration sources, technical tools (hand and computer), fiber/fabric types and much more are explored through examples, exercises, critiques and creative projects.  Basic sewing construction is learned in this class.  A portfolio will be developed, which will be used in related upper level sources for this Design program of study.  Students are exposed to career opportunities and skills necessary for the design career fields of fashion, interiors and/or textiles.

 

Textile Construction and Design 3-4 (140271/140272) TEXTILE CONST AND DESIGN 3-4

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  10, 11, 12      Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Textile Construction and Design 1-2 or with instructor’s permission.

Note: Students are REQUIRED to participate in the Fashion Show second semester, which is outside the school day. This class is taught by 2 teachers and is split between a computer lab and sewing lab.

Course Content:  This course provides hands-on skills in sewing construction techniques, fashion trends, consumer skills, fibers and fabrics. This course also incorporates hands on skills in design using creative and technical skills that are required in the fashion industry.

 

 Textile Construction and Design 5-6 (140281/140282) TEXTILE CONST AND DESIGN 5-6

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Textile Construction and Design 3-4.

Note: Students are REQUIRED to participate in the Fashion Show second semester, which is outside the school day.

Course Content:  Textile Construction and Design 5-6 is the third course in the Textile Construction and Design Pathway. In this advance course, students will learn to analyze scripts, look deeper into the meaning behind costuming, and learn the different construction techniques from Fashion to Costuming.   Collaboration is encouraged between individuals and group participants to expand their design and construction skills as students learn to flat pattern garments, start a design performance piece, and dive deeper into industry techniques and skills for a career in Fashion or Costume Design.

 

Design Workshop (140201/140202)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 12      Credit:  1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Textile Construction and Design 5-6

Note: Students are REQUIRED to participate in the Fashion Show second semester, which is outside the school day.

Course Content: This course incorporates basic principles of apparel construction with the practical use of equipment.  Garments that were designed in Computer Design for Fashion will be constructed in this class.

 

 

 

Grade	Required Pathway Classes				Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar and Prep Band (190571)	Freshman Seminar and Intermediate Strings (190721)	Freshman Seminar and Guitar 1-2 (191131)	Freshman Seminar	AP Music Theory Intro to Drama Intro to Stagecraft Metalsmith 1-2 Music Theory 1-2 2-3 Years World Language         *Progression is performance based
10	Concert Band (190671)	Orchestra (190851)	Guitar 3-4 (191141)	Piano (190891)
11	Symphonic Band (190671)	H Orchestra (190791)	Guitar 5-6 (191151)	Advanced Piano (192071)
12	Symphonic Band (190671)	H Orchestra (190791)	Guitar 7-8 (191181)	H Advanced Piano (192081)

 

Prep Band (190571/190572)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: 2-4 years of elementary and/or middle school music instruction is preferred, must have previous band experience

Notes: White shirt and black shoes are recommended.

Course Content: This course is intended for high school students with previous instrumental experience but have yet to sharpen their skills sufficiently for membership in the concert band. Appropriate band literature including “method” studies that encourage the development of instrumental technique is rehearsed and performed. This course should be used for Prep Band members NOT marching. Students who will march with the marching band should be scheduled into Prep Band Marching 190181.

 

Concert Band (190671/190672)                           AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: 2-4 years of elementary and/or middle school music instruction is preferred, must have previous band experience

Notes: White shirt and black shoes are recommended.

Course Content: This course is considered to be the principal performing band in the high school instrumental music curriculum. Students will rehearse and perform standard band literature designed to strengthen basic musicianship and instrumental technique. Membership is by audition. In the senior high school, the Concert Band also serves as the nucleus for the marching band program as a part of the first semester's activities. Other performances include winter and spring concerts as well as the All-City Music Festival.

 

Symphonic Band (190641/190642)                       AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration:  2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: 2 years of instrumental music, audition required.

Course Content: This is to be a principal performing band.  Students will rehearse and perform standard band literature designed to strengthen basic musicianship and instrumental technique. Performances include winter and spring concerts, and the opportunity to audition for the OPS All-City Music Festival.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances, some of which are outside the school day.

 

Intermediate Strings (190721/190722)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit:  1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Open to beginning students, students starting a new instrument, students with 0-1 years of playing experience

Course Content: Instrumental technique and musical understanding focuses on standard string method studies and appropriate string orchestra selections. The instrumentation includes violin, viola, cello, and string bass. Students with previous instrumental experience may begin changeover instruction on the low string instruments.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances, many of which are outside the school day.

 

Orchestra (190851/190852)                             AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  2-4 years of elementary and/or middle school instruction on a string instrument, audition required.

Course Content: This course includes the rehearsal and performance of outstanding symphonic literature from the representative periods of music history.  This literature provides for the development of both individual and ensemble skills.  Performances include winter and spring concerts as well as the All-City Music Festival.  Membership is by audition.  High school orchestra members also participate in the pit orchestra for the production of the school’s Broadway musical.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances, many of which are outside the school day.

 

H Orchestra (190791/190792)                         AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  2-4 years of elementary and/or middle school instruction on a string instrument, audition required.

Course Content: This course includes the rehearsal and performance of outstanding symphonic literature from the representative periods of music history.  This literature provides for the development of both individual and ensemble skills.  Performances include winter and spring concerts as well as the All-City Music Festival.  Membership is by audition. High school orchestra members also participate in the pit orchestra for the production of the school’s Broadway musical.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances, many of which are outside the school day.

Additional assignments and performances will be required in Honors course. 

 

Guitar 1-2 (191131/191132)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: Guitars are provided for daily use in class and a limited number are available to check out for a contracted period of time

Course Content:  Course may be repeated for credit, with instructor permission. This course is designed for 9th through 12th grade students with any level of guitar experience.  Students will learn a foundation of guitar-playing technique with an emphasis on note-reading.  The fundamentals of musicianship and composing music for the guitar will also be taught.  In-class performances (alone and in groups) will be the focus of this class.  One outside-of-class performance per semester is required.  

 

Guitar 3-4 (191141/191142)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful previous Guitar level or instructor permission

Course Content: Course may be repeated for credit, with instructor permission. In this course students will build on the foundation of playing techniques covered in Guitar 1-2. Note reading studies will cover all frets in first position as well as higher positions. Advanced techniques such as right-hand finger style and classical (pima) will be taught. Chord studies will include moveable bar chords. Ear-training and transcribing music for the guitar will also be taught. Students will perform alone and in a variety of ensemble settings including a guitar recital in the spring semester. Students are encouraged to purchase their own guitar (steel or nylon string –no electric guitars). There are a limited number of instruments available for student use on a need basis only.

 

H Guitar 5-6 (191151/191152)                              AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisite: Audition Only

Course Content: Class can be repeated for credit with teacher’s recommendation. In this course students will build on the foundation of playing techniques covered in Guitar 3-4. Note reading studies will cover all frets in first position as well as higher positions. Advanced techniques such as right hand finger style and classical (pima) will be taught. Chord studies will include moveable bar chords. Ear-training and transcribing music for the guitar will also be taught. Students will perform alone and in a variety of ensemble settings including a guitar recital in the spring semester. Students are encouraged to purchase their own guitar (steel or nylon string –no electric guitars). There are a limited number of instruments available for student use on a need basis only.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances., some of which are outside the school day.

 

H Guitar 7-8 (191181/191182)                              AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: Class can be repeated for credit with teacher’s recommendation. This course is for students who are experienced in playing guitar and will be focused on distinction level standards. Building on techniques and skills already learned, the students will be expected to perform in all classical position extended ranges, demonstrate advanced facilities in both flat picking and finger picking techniques, play and solo competently in a variety of styles, perform solo and ensemble repertoire at the advanced level, exhibit enhanced aural skill training, and further their theoretical understanding of music with particular attention to composition and arranging.  This is an active performance ensemble; students will be required to participate in rehearsals and performances scheduled outside the school day. Solo and small group work will be an integral part of public performances.

 

Piano (190891/190892)

Duration:   2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester 

Notes:    Class can be repeated for credit with teacher’s recommendation

Course Content: This course introduces piano techniques through method studies and exercises in a class setting using electronic piano laboratory facilities.  Students learn to play with both hands and have recital experience.  Basic music theory is included. Performances or recitals may be required as an extension of the classroom activities.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances.

 

Advanced Piano (192071/192072)                AUDITION REQUIRED

H Advanced Piano (192081/192082)                 AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Audition Only           Notes:  Class can be repeated for credit with teacher’s recommendation

This course is designed for students with advanced piano skills. Advanced technical skills will be taught through intermediate and advanced level piano literature and exercises using electronic piano laboratory facilities. The students will practice harmonization, transposition, sight reading. Advanced theory concepts will include interval and rhythmic ear training, chord progressions, and form. The class will culminate with a semester recital. Other performance opportunities may be NSAA District 2 Music Contest, school concerts, and casual performances. Instructor's recommendation or audition required for enrollment in class.  Additional assignments and performances will be required in order to receive Honors Credit. Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances, some of which are outside the school day.

 

  

 

 

Grade	Required Pathway Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar	African-Am History Mex-Amer History Psychology Sociology Textile Const and Design 1-2 2-3 Years World Language
10	Lifespan Development (141161) semester class and Intro to Education Training (141171) semester class
11	Best Practices in Education (141181)
12	Field Exp in Educ Training (141191)

 

 

Best Practices in Education 1-2 (141181/141182)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12      Credit:  1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Lifespan Development and Principles of Education and Training

Course Content: This course is a continuation of the Introduction to Education and Training course and is the second course in a three-course sequence. Students will further engage in topics related to instructional and assessment methods, including differentiation of instruction. Students will also develop active listening skills necessary for educators and demonstrate positive feedback techniques. Students will gain skills related to planning for instruction, which will be utilized in the field experience (the third course in this sequence). Classroom, laboratory, and educational leadership activities are supplemented through Nebraska Educators Rising, a career and technical student organization.

 

Field Experience in Educational Training1-2 (141191/141192) FIELD EXP IN EDUC TRAINING 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 12      Credit:  1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Best Practices in Education

Notes: Students should know that this internship credit is earned outside of the home high school.

Course Content: This course is a continuation of the Best Practices in Education and Training course and is the third course in a three-course sequence. Through this capstone experience, students will apply previously developed knowledge and skills into a structured workplace experience. This volunteer experience may take place within a school environment for those seeking teaching careers, or within the business and industry community for those seeking careers in professional, educational training. Goals are set cooperatively by students, their instructor, and respective supervising professionals. Opportunities may include experience teaching in a controlled setting by designing learning experiences and facilitating presentations. Students will focus on improving their instructional strategies through coaching from their teacher and supervising professionals. Classroom, laboratory, and educational leadership activities are supplemented through Nebraska Educators Rising, a career and technical student organization.

 

 

 

Grade	Drama	Stagecraft	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar and Introduction to Drama (022231)	Freshman Seminar and Introduction to Stagecraft (022271)	Band Choir Metalsmith 1-2 2-3 Years World Language
10	Exploring Drama and Self (022241)	Stagecraft 3-4 (022471)
11	Theatrical Ensembles (022251)	Stagecraft for the Future (022691)
12	Special Skills in Theatre Performance (022261)	Technical Design and Direction (022291) Production Internship (020181)

 

Introduction to Drama (022231/022232)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: A in a Beginning Drama class at one of South High’s pathway middle schools may begin in Exploring Drama as Self as a 9^th grader

Course Content: Theatrical productions often provide a new and different lens to view the world around us.  Introduction to Drama explores the basic elements of drama including dramatic structure, movement techniques, acting styles, and ensemble building. Students will begin developing skills in pantomime, voice and diction, movement, memorization, and problem solving. The curriculum is structured around standards of Creating, Performing, Responding, and Connecting. This course provides the foundation for other courses in this pathway.

 

Exploring Drama and Self (022241/022242)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: A in a Beginning Drama class at one of South High’s pathway middle schools may enter Exploring Drama as Self as a 9th grader.

Course Content: This second level drama course will delve into the different careers within the performing arts. Students will continue to practice voice, movement, and problem solving but will branch further into playwrighting, dramaturgy, and improvisation. As the course progresses, additional practice in the specialized skills of fencing, tumbling, juggling, and creative movement will be introduced. Additional study will include commercial and industrial film acting. 

 

Theatrical Ensembles (022251/022252)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  Successful completion of previous level or instructor permission  This course may be taken more than one time for credit.

Course Content: Building on skills developed in the previous two years, students will begin refining career options while working in small groups. Directing concepts will be introduced and the students will rotate through practicums of directing, acting, critiquing, publicizing, and managing their peers. Each semester will feature a performance by each ensemble with material drawn from student directed plays and established published works.

 

Special Skills in Theatre Performance (022261/022262)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

This course is designed for the advanced actor who has had previous experience in dance, acting techniques and period styles. The performers will work with professionals in the community to acquire and develop skills in juggling, armed and unarmed stage combat, clowning, slapstick and tumbling. The class will also branch out into prop development and special effects makeup. Cultural connection: Use of masks in ancient and contemporary cultures.

 

Introduction to Stagecraft (022271/022272)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course provides a comprehensive exploration into the world of stagecraft – the magic behind and beyond the stage. Students will practice the basics in all areas of technical theatre including building, props, lighting, sound, and design. This class will directly support all performance areas of the Visual and Performing Arts classes. Stagecraft students will work plays, concerts, and arts shows and develop their knowledge and appreciation of backstage technical support..

 

Stagecraft 3-4 (022471-022472)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course digs deeper into the world of stagecraft and its integral part in what occurs both behind and in front of the curtain.  Students will broaden and deepen their knowledge and practice in all areas of technical theatre.  This course requires students to provide comprehensive support of all performance areas of the Visual and Performing Arts classes.  Stagecraft students will work plays, concerts, and arts shows and develop their knowledge and appreciation of backstage technical support.  Prerequisites:  Introduction to Stagecraft 1-2

 

Stagecraft for the Future (022691/022282)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: Students will apply the prior two years of learning into a year of specialty training in two of their chosen areas. Drawing form all areas of technical theatre, students will train more deeply in the areas of building, color theory, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and stage management.

 

 

Technical Design and Direction (022291/022292)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: Upon completion of three years of stagecraft, students will focus on advanced set design, stage management, and construction theory. This class will directly support the performance season of the theatre department. Units of study will include the director/designer relationship, special effects for the stage, and advanced lighting design and function. Students will complete a capstone project that builds upon all previous stagecraft courses in the pathway.

 

Production Internship (020181) PROD INTERNSHIP

Duration: 1 semester     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisites: Audition and permission of the director of theatre or technical director

Notes: This internship will be served outside the standard class day and may be considered for work on a South High production, Omaha Community Playhouse production or Opera Omaha production. Other producing venues will be considered by a committee of the theatre instructors and the chair of the Visual and Performing Arts Department.  May include writing and production of original material at South High or student direction of professionally written material.

Course Content: This internship will be served outside the standard class day and may be considered for work on a South High production, Omaha Community Playhouse productions or Opera Omaha production. Other producing venues will be considered by a committee of the theatre instructors and the Chair of the Visual and Performing Arts Department.  Course may include writing and production of original material at South or student direction of professionally written material.

 

 

Grade	Required Pathway Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar	AP Music Theory Honors Show Choir Junior Chorus Music Theory Prep Show Choir 2-3 Years World Language       *Progression is performance based
10	Mixed Chorus (190221) or Concert Choir (190281) and Intro to Voice (191321)
11	Mixed Chorus (190221) or Concert Choir (190281) and Advanced Voice (192341)
12	Mixed Chorus (190221) or Concert Choir (190281) And Advanced Vocal Performance

 

Junior Chorus (Freshman Choir) (190261/190262)                        

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  9^th grade, EL and ACP non-audition choir

Course Content: This chorus is intended for 9^th grade singers with advanced vocal ability.  Basic choral literature that includes sacred and secular music from various musical periods is studied. Regular performance opportunities are included as an extension of the classroom experience.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances.  Most performances will be outside of the school day.

 

Mixed Chorus (190221/190222)

Duration:  2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: The desire to learn about music and a love of singing

Notes: There will be weekly textbook assignments done in class and tests over this material

Course Content: This course is offered to students grades 10-12 who desires a choral experience.  It is preparatory for advanced choral participation. The classroom emphasis stresses vocal development in an introduction of basic high school choral literature.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances. Most performances are outside of the school day.

 

Concert Choir (190281/190282)                                          AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration:  2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Audition Only

Course Content: This course is the principal performing choral organization of each high school.  Students will rehearse and perform music of all musical periods of history in both accompanied and unaccompanied styles.  Performance usually includes fall, winter and spring concerts as well as District Music Contest in the spring.  Membership is selected by audition.  Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances.  Many performances will be outside of the school day.

 

Prep Show Choir (Amplify) (191291/190292)                       AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration:  2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  Audition Only. Membership in one of the large choral ensembles is required.

Course Content: This Course is offered as a secondary beginning to intermediate level show choir that may be offered at each high school, and will receive a PE credit. These choral ensembles, which vary in size are available by audition to students who are simultaneously enrolled in one of the school's principal choral organizations, and is designed to teach the fundamentals of singing, dance, and performance to singers. Choreographed numbers and performances, often requiring time outside of school, must be a student consideration for enrollment and audition. Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances, including competitions.

 

H Show Choir (Ambassadors) (190331/190332)           AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

                                Prerequisites: Membership in Concert Choir is required. Audition Only

Course Content: This course is the principal Show Choir of each high school and receives both an Honors and PE Credit. These advanced choral ensembles, which vary in size are available by audition to students who are simultaneously enrolled in one of the school's principal choral organizations. One of the primary functions of these groups is to serve as "ambassadors" for the school. Choreographed numbers and frequent performance, often requiring time outside of school, must be a student consideration for enrollment and audition. Students are required to participate in all scheduled performances, including competitions in the spring.

 

H Chamber Ensemble (190441/190442)                       AUDITION REQUIRED

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

                                Prerequisites: Membership in Concert Choir is required. Audition Only

Course Content: This course is an advanced chamber ensemble for mixed voicing selected by audition.  Members may be simultaneously enrolled in one of a school’s principal choral organization.  Frequent performance must be a consideration for enrollment.  Advisors guide students in developing honors credit.

 

 

Intro to Voice (191341/191342)                                  

Duration:  2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: Class enrollment is limited. Concurrent Enrollment in a music ensemble class such as Concert Choir, Guitar, Piano etc.

Course Content: This course is an introduction to solo singing. Basic skills of music theory, including sight-singing and aural skills, combined with the fundamentals of vocal technique will be taught and applied to solo repertoire assigned; along with music history to understand performance practices. A final performance will be available through a class recital.

 

Advanced Voice (192341/192342)                               

Duration:  2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: Class enrollment is limited. Concurrent Enrollment in a music ensemble class such as Concert Choir, Guitar, Piano etc.

Course Content: This course builds off the foundational skills of solo singing taught in Intro to Voice and dives more into the performance aspect. Advanced vocal techniques, pedagogy, and literature will be the foundational coursework. Pieces of literature will be assigned and analyzed by students, teaching them how to be well-rounded, informed, and successful performers. Multiple performance opportunities will be available through class recitals and various programs

 

 

 

 

 

Grade	2-D Art	3-D Art	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar and Art Foundations (110191)		AP® Studio Art 2-D AP® Studio Art 3-D: Sculpture Portfolio Applied Design Digital Art H Figure Drawing Intro to Stagecraft Metalsmith 1-2 Mixed Media 2-3 Years World Language
10	Intermediate Drawing and Painting 1-2 (110241)	Beginning Ceramics and Sculpture (110701)
11	Studio Art 1-2 (110451)	Intermediate Ceramics and Sculpture (110711)
12	Studio Art for Seniors (110641)	Studio Art for Seniors (110641) or  Advanced Ceramics and Sculpture (110751)

 

Art Foundations (110191/110192)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:    9, 10, 11     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course will provide students a solid foundation to drawing and design. Elements of art, principles of design, color theory and composition will be covered. Students will learn art techniques and concepts using a variety of 2D and 3D media to create original works of art. In addition to art production, students will use a variety of learning strategies including reading, analyzing, and interpreting to respond, connect and develop a deeper understanding of art from a variety of cultures and time periods. This is a year-long course.

 

Intermediate Drawing and Painting 1-2 (110241/110242)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:    10, 11     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Art Foundations, Art 1-2 or Intro Studio Art

Course Content: This course offers an expansion of skills and knowledge of drawing, painting, and design concepts. An emphasis will be on idea generation; artistic investigations in techniques and media; beginning to develop of personal voice and style and the development of a greater awareness to art beyond school. In addition to art production, students will use a variety of learning strategies including reading, analyzing, and interpreting to respond, connect and develop a deeper understanding of art from a variety of contemporary, historical, cultural contexts, time periods and cultural settings. This is a year-long course.

 

Studio Art 1-2 (110451/110452)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:    11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Intermediate Drawing and Painting or Art 3-4 and/or permission of the instructor

Course Content: This class will provide advanced opportunities to expand and refine artistic skills in a variety of two-dimensional media. Students will develop a personal style and creative ideas to expand one’s awareness of art beyond school. Students will focus on portfolio development, presentation, exhibitions, scholarship preparation and career exploration. Learning strategies will allow students to communicate a deeper understanding of their own art and art from a variety of cultural contexts, time periods and cultural settings. This course can be taken concurrently with other art courses. This is a year-long course.

 

Studio Art for Seniors (110641/110642)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:   12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Studio Art 1-2, Art 5-6 or other approved art course

Notes: Culminating course for 2D and 3D Art Pathways

Course Content: This course is a culmination of a sequential art experience for twelfth grade students. It provides students the opportunity to individualize projects, to hone their skills and enhance their own styles in one or more media, while further exploring the philosophical and historical aspects of art. This course will continue a focus on portfolio work, presentation, exhibitions, scholarship preparation and career exploration. At least one student-initiated exhibit in a public forum will be required. This course can be taken concurrently with other art courses.

 

Beginning Ceramics and Sculpture (110701/110702)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:   10, 11     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This is a foundation course that emphasizes the art elements and principles of design to produce nonfunctional and functional three-dimensional art forms. This course explores ceramics in terms of form, function, and cultural expression. In addition to art production, students will use a variety of learning strategies including reading, analyzing, and responding to develop a deeper understanding of art. Students will learn and use the critical process to evaluate their own work, as well as examples taken from contemporary and historical clay artists.

Intermediate Ceramics and Sculpture (110711/110712)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:   11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Beginning Ceramics and Sculpture or Pottery 1-2

Course Content: In this course, students will be challenged with more advanced techniques and problems create three-dimensional forms. Aesthetic issues related to form and function, the inherent expressive qualities of clay, and identifying good artisanship will be an ongoing part of the study. Students may explore in greater depth the process of hand-building, the potter’s wheel, and other sculptural techniques. New firing techniques, different clay bodies, new glazes and new sculpture techniques may be introduced. Students will be exposed to contemporary and historical clay artists. The class will provide opportunities to expand skills; to develop a personal style; to develop creative ideas; to expand one’s awareness to art beyond school, and to focus on presentation, exhibitions, scholarship preparation and career planning.

 

Advanced Ceramics and Sculpture (110751/110752)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:   11*, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Intermediate Ceramics and Sculpture or Pottery 3-4.

Course Content: This course is an advanced, more independent course providing students an opportunity to individualize projects, enhancing their style in the medium while further exploring the philosophical and historical aspects of clay art. Students will refine techniques and increase skill levels. Students may explore in greater depth the process of hand-building, the potter’s wheel, sculptural techniques, firing techniques, clay bodies, glazes and sculpture techniques. The focus is on creating a series of clay pieces on a chosen theme, researching ceramic history or artists, keeping a pottery journal/sketchbook, becoming current with contemporary ceramic artists and styles, and participating in workshops. This course will continue portfolio work, presentation, exhibitions, scholarship preparation and career planning. At least one student-initiated exhibit in a public forum will be required. This course can be taken concurrently with other art courses.

 

 

Electives:

Applied Design (110431/110432)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course explores design in crafts, with emphasis on function, decoration, cultural context.  Students will be introduced to notable crafts movements and styles, and use the critical process to examine their own work, and examples from art history.  Emphasis will be on understanding the relationship of form and function in utilitarian and decorative objects; as well as recognizing the effect of advances in technology on craft traditions.  Students will be creating objects in a variety of media, demonstrating the use of elements and principles of design and understanding aesthetic theory and the creative process.  In addition to art production, students will use a variety of learning strategies including reading, analyzing and responding to develop a deeper understanding of art and craft.

 

Digital Art 1-2 (111321/111322)

Duration:  2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  Art 1-2 or Honors Intro to Studio

Course Content: In this course, students will create art using a digital medium.  Content will emphasize basic understanding of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign as well as basic concepts and procedures for digital photography. Students will develop a collection of digital photos to be used as a core resource for producing visual art.  They will also learn to create digital art using drawing tablets. Throughout this course, students will develop digital art portfolio that can be expanded by including works produced in their other art courses.

 

H Figure Drawing (111211/111212)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:    11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of two or more art courses and/or permission of the instructor

Course Content: The human figure provides the basic reference for this advanced drawing course with an emphasis on composition, monochromatic media, drawing techniques and the skeletal and muscular construction as related to action and proportion in the human figure.  Students will learn how important the human figure in art is throughout history.  Lectures, drawing sessions, and critiques develop formal, conceptual, and technical understanding. Prerequisite for this course is successful completion of Honors Introduction to Studio, or H Studio Art 1-2 (2-D or 3-D) or instructor permission

 

AP® Studio Art 2-D: Design Portfolio (110841/110842) AP STUDIO ART 2-D

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:    11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: must have a 'B' or better in previous advanced art course AND a portfolio review with the course instructor

Course Content: The AP 2D Art and Design course framework presents an inquiry-based approach to learning about and making art and design. Students are expected to conduct an in-depth, sustained investigation of materials, processes and ideas. The framework focuses on concepts and skills emphasized within college art and design foundations courses with the same intent: to help students become inquisitive, thoughtful artists and designers able to articulate information about their work. AP 2D Art and Design students develop and apply skills of inquiry and investigation, practice, experimentation, revision, communication and reflection. Students can work with any materials, processes and ideas to create work that exists on a flat surface. Graphic design, digital imaging, photography, collage, fabric design, weaving, fashion design, fashion illustration, painting printmaking are among the possibilities. The AP 2D Art and Design Portfolio exams contain two sections. The Selected Works section (40% of total score) requires students to demonstrate skillful synthesis of materials, processes and ideas. The Sustained Investigation section (60% of total score) requires students to conduct a sustained investigation based on questions, through practice, experimentation and revision. Both sections of the portfolio require students to articulate information about their work. Prerequisites for this course are successful completion with a B or better in two years of upper-level art courses or instructor approval. Students who select NOT to participate in the AP exam are expected to take a cumulative, AP comparable, teacher-graded end of course exam.

AP® Studio Drawing: Design Portfolio (110391/110392) AP STUDIO ART

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:    11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: must have a 'B' or better in Honors Level Art course AND a portfolio review with the course instructor

Course Content: The AP Drawing course framework presents an inquiry-based approach to learning about and making art and design. Students are expected to conduct an in-depth, sustained investigation of materials, processes and ideas. The framework focuses on concepts and skills emphasized within college art and design foundations courses with the same intent: to help students become inquisitive, thoughtful artists and designers able to articulate information about their work. AP Drawing students develop and apply skills of inquiry and investigation, practice, experimentation, revision, communication and reflection. Students will focus on the use of mark-making, line, surface, light and shade, and composition. Students can work with any materials, processes, and ideas. Drawing (analog or digital), painting, printmaking, and mixed media work are among the possibilities. The AP Drawing Portfolio exams contain two sections. The Selected Works section requires students to demonstrate skillful synthesis of materials, processes and ideas. The Sustained Investigation section requires students to conduct a sustained investigation bases on questions, through practice, experimentation and revision. Both sections of the portfolio require students to articulate information about their work. Prerequisites for this course are successful completion with a B or better in two years of upper level art courses or instructor approval. Students who select NOT to participate in the AP exam are expected to take a cumulative, AP comparable, teacher-graded end of course exam.

 

Metalsmith 1-2 (111061/111062) METAL SMITH

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: The study in metalsmith (copper, brass, silver sheet metal, and wire) will concentrate on the elements and principles of design using good craftsmanship to complete finished metal works of art including sculpture and jewelry.  Metalsmithing will include basic technical study: linking, clasp, coiling wire, chain work, sawing metals, equipment and tool use, using cold connections to set stones, and acid etching.

 

Metalsmith 3-4 (111071/111072) METALSMITHING 3-4

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: “C” or better in Metalsmith 1-2

Course Content: The continuation of study in Metalsmith (copper, brass, silver sheet metal, and wire) will concentrate on the elements and principles of design using good craftsmanship to complete finished metal works of art including sculpture and jewelry.  This course will include techniques of form forming, etching, silver fusing, silversmithing to include setting, sawing, torch enameling, advanced findings and links, and advanced cold techniques.

 

Metalsmith 5-6 (110491/110492) APP DES J TECH PRB

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: “C” or better in Metalsmith 3-4

Course Content This course is designed for third year applied design students as an extension of advanced applied design.  Lessons address advanced problems in design, media and process.  Areas of concentration are the development of a thematic emphasis, and the art disciplines of aesthetics, art criticism, art history, and art production.

 

Mixed Media 1-2 (111041/111042)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This is an advanced composition and design class where students will learn advanced drawing techniques.  Emphasis will be placed on communication of ideas and expression of feelings in art works.  In addition, students will learn one- and two-point perspective.  They will use various mixed media techniques to depict form, light and shade, and texture.  Students explore practical, technical, and conceptual applications for printmaking, painting and drawing.

 

Mixed Media 3-4 (111051/111052) (New 2023-2024)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Mixed Media 1-2, or permission of the instructor

Course Content: Students will learn advanced two-dimensional design in printmaking including woodcuts, linocut, and intaglio.  Advanced two dimensional and three-dimensional design in drawing and sculpture in a variety of media will be addressed.  Students will critically evaluate subjects, symbols and ideas in works of art.

 

AP® Studio Art 3-D: Sculpture Portfolio (110851/110852) AP STUDIO ART 3-D

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:    11, 12     Credit:  1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Must have a 3-D prerequisite, must have a 'B' or better previous advanced art course AND a portfolio review with the course instructor

Course Content: The AP 3D Art and Design course framework presents an inquiry-based approach to learning about and making art and design. Students are expected to conduct an in-depth, sustained investigation of materials, processes and ideas. The framework focuses on concepts and skills emphasized within college art and design foundations courses with the same intent: to help students become inquisitive, thoughtful artists and designers able to articulate information about their work. AP 3D Art and Design students develop and apply skills of inquiry and investigation, practice, experimentation, revision, communication and reflection. Students can work with any materials, processes and ideas that involve space and form. Figurative or nonfigurative sculpture, architectural models, metal work, ceramics, glasswork, installation, performance, assemblage, and 3-D fabric/fiber arts are among the possibilities. The AP 3D Art and Design Portfolio exams contain two sections. The Selected Works section requires students to demonstrate skillful synthesis of materials, processes and ideas. The Sustained Investigation section requires students to conduct a sustained investigation bases on questions, through practice, experimentation and revision. Both sections of the portfolio require students to articulate information about their work. Prerequisites for this course are successful completion with a B or better in two years of upper level art courses or instructor approval. Students who select NOT to participate in the AP exam are expected to take a cumulative, AP comparable, teacher-graded end of course exam.