FINE ARTS
COURSES
COURSE #
SEM/YEAR
GRADE
CREDITS
TYPE
ART
4070
4077
4082
2176
1466
Design
Graphic Design 1
Graphic Design 2
Multimedia
Media Technology: Workplace Experience
S
S
Y
Y
Y
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
10,11,12
10,11,12
11,12
.5
.5
1.0
1.0
1.0
S
E
E
E
E
4180
4181
4137
4138
4102
4101
Photography
Advanced Photography
Digital Photography 1
Digital Photography 2
Principles of Illustration (Formerly Drawing 1)
Drawing 2
S
S
S
S
S
S
10,11,12
10,11,12
10,11,12
10,11,12
9,10,11,12
10,11,12
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
E
E
E
E
E
S
4040
4120
4123
4140
4141
4080
Computer Drawing
Painting 1
Painting 2
Sculpture 1
Sculpture 2
Ceramics 1
S
S
S
S
S
S
10,11,12
10,11,12
10,11,12
9,10,11,12
10, 11, 12
9,10,11,12
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
E
E
E
E
E
E
4081
4110
4111
4160
4161
4150
Ceramics 2
Jewelry 1
Jewelry 2
Textiles and Weaving 1
Textiles and Weaving 2
Studio Art
S
S
S
S
S
S
10,11,12
9,10,11,12
10,11,12
9,10,11,12
10, 11, 12
11,12
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
E
E
E
E
E
E
4151
4055
Independent Studio
S
Y
12
11, 12
.5
1.0
E
E
Y
9
1.0
S
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
10, 11, 12
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
1.0
1.0
1.0
.5 OR 1.0
1.0
1.0
S
S
E
E
S
E
Advanced Placement Art History
BAND/ORCHESTRA
4343
Freshman Band
4344
4347
4348
4365
4369
4373
Varsity Trojan Band
Stage Band
Advanced Stage Band/Jazz Band
Instrumental Ensemble
Strings
Premier Strings
Y
Y
Y
S or Y
Y
Y
COURSES
COURSE #
SEM/YEAR
GRADE
CREDITS
TYPE
MUSIC
4381
Freshman Chorus
Y
9
1.0
E
4382
4383
4393
Mixed Chorus
Concert Choir
Choralaires
Y
Y
Y
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
1.0
1.0
1.0
E
S
E
4391
4395
4402
Chansonettes
Madrigals
Advanced Placement Music Theory
RHETORICAL ARTS
Y
Y
Y
10, 11, 12
10, 11, 12
11 ,12
1.0
1.0
1.0
E
E
E
3727
3730
3735
3728
3741
21st Century Global Communications
Speech
Forensics
Non-Competitive Forensics
Novice Debate
S
S
S
S
S
11, 12
11,12
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
.5
.5
.5
.5
.5
3744
Advanced Debate
S
10,11,12
.5
S
S
S
S
3745
Debate 4
TV/Video Production 1 (fine arts elective or general
elective)
TV/Video Production 2 (fine arts elective or general
elective)
THEATRE
S
12
.5
O
S
10,11,12
.5
S
11,12
.5
3756
1391
Theatre Appreciation (general elective)
Stagecraft 1 (fine arts elective or general elective)
S
S
9,10,11,12
9,10,11,12
.5
.5
1392
1393
3751
3752
3763
3754
Stagecraft 2 (fine arts elective or general elective)
Stagecraft 3 (fine arts elective or general elective)
Acting 1 (speech or fine arts elective)
Acting 2 (speech or fine arts elective)
Diversity Theatre
Advanced Theatre Ensemble
S
Y
S
S
S
Y
9,10,11,12
10,11,12
10,11,12
10,11,12
9,10,11,12
10,11,12
.5
1.0
.5
.5
.5
1.0
1441
1442
S
S
E
E
E
S
E
E
E
E
E
E
ART
4070
DESIGN (S) 9, 10, 11, 12
This course introduces students to the elements and principles of the Visual Arts/Design. Students will understand
and apply a variety of art media, techniques, and processes. The elements—color/value, line, shape, space, form,
and texture—are used together to build successful design projects in two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms.
(CCHS, HPHS, HSA, THS, TWHS) Standard
4077
GRAPHIC DESIGN 1 (S) 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070)
This course provides students with a better understanding of the elements and principles of art in combination with
computer generated projects. The focus of this class is to introduce students to careers in the graphic arts. (HPHS,
THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4082
GRAPHIC DESIGN 2 (Y) Years 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Graphic Design 1 (4077)
This course is designed for the advanced art student. First semester projects are based on skills acquired from
Graphic Design 1 at a more independent level. The focus of this class is to create projects utilizing the creative
process and problem solving skills related to the professional aspects of graphic design. Second semester will focus
on the development of a professional portfolio. (HPHS, HSA, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
2176
MULTIMEDIA (Y) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Computer Applications (2049)
This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of industry-standard software for personal and creative
use. The students will create presentations (PowerPoint and/or Prezi), photo manipulation (PhotoShop), making 3D
home models (Sketchup), movie making (iMovie/MovieMaker), and sound editing (GarageBand/Audacity). Students
will develop an electronic portfolio of the skills they develop with these tools. The advanced work includes video
editing, animation and creating DVDs. Students will produce a final project using various software and techniques
learned throughout the course. (HPHS, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
1466
MEDIA TECHNOLOGY: WORKPLACE EXPERIENCE (Y) 11, 12
4180
PHOTOGRAPHY (S) 10, 11, 12
This introduction course will teach students the basics of black and white film photography. Students will learn the
history of photography, camera systems, and darkroom procedures and some compositional techniques. Students
will shoot, develop, and print their own photographs. *This course is not part of the Arts/AV Career Pathways. (THS)
Enrollment based
4181
ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Photography (4180)
This course explores a variety of advanced techniques such as developing students’ creative perspective, custom
processing methods in the darkroom, and an introduction to digital photography. *This course is not part of the
Arts/AV Career Pathways. (THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4137
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 1 (S) 10, 11, 12
This course introduces students to the realm of Digital Photography and the Digital Darkroom. Students will combine
traditional photographic techniques and computer technology to develop a portfolio of original works. They will
examine the historical and technological development of digital photography in today’s rapidly changing world.
(HPHS, THS, TWHS) Standard
4138
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 2 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Digital Photography 1 (4137)
This course will capitalize on the skills learned in Digital Photography 1 to complete advanced projects. Students will
explore advanced photographic techniques using digital cameras, computers, editing software, scanners, and photo
quality printers. Students will create a digital portfolio with an emphasis on their own interests and career path.
(HPHS, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4102
PRINCIPLES OF ILLUSTRATION (S) 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070)
(Formerly Drawing 1)
This course explores a variety of media, tools, and supports as a means to communicate ideas. Topics include an
understanding of illustration as applicable to careers in graphic design, animation, apparel/textile design, industrial
design, web design, architecture, interior design and fine arts. Techniques in traditional and digital illustration
applications will be explored as directly linked to ever-changing social trends. (HPHS, HSA, THS, TWHS,) Standard
4101
DRAWING 2 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Principles of Illustration (4102)
This course provides students the opportunity for further development in drawing. For self-motivated students, this
course will provide the challenges needed to continue with a career in the arts. Emphasis is placed on figure drawing,
gesture and contour drawing, and the importance of protecting and presenting finished work. (HPHS, THS, TWHS)
Enrollment based
Prerequisites: See Visual Arts Pathway or
Web & Digital Communications Pathway
This course provides students with workplace experience in fields related to media technology. Goals are typically set
cooperatively by the student, teacher and employer. These courses may include classroom activities as well as
further study of the field and discussion regarding experiences that students will encounter in the workplace. This
course is offered with Graphic Design or Web and Digital Communications emphasis. Pre-requisites must be taken
before the application level course in the specified pathway. *This 1.0 credit course will be taught as two sections
during the same semester. (HPHS,THS,TWHS) Optional
4040
COMPUTER DRAWING (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070) and Principles of Illustration (4102)
Computer Drawing will explore a variety of digital media, tools and supports as a means to communicate ideas.
Developing an understanding of illustration careers in graphic design, animation, apparel/textile design, industrial
design, web design, architecture, interior design and fine arts will be one of the main focuses. Both techniques in
traditional and digital illustration applications will be explored as directly linked to ever-changing social trends.
4120
PAINTING 1 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Drawing (4100)
This course explores types of painting in a variety of compositions (still life, landscape, figure, abstract). Color theory
is reviewed as students learn to paint using everything from traditional methods to a more modern approach using
different types of paints. Students will be introduced to products, techniques, and interpretation of painting. (HPHS,
HSA, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4123
PAINTING 2 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Painting 1 (4120)
This course is designed for students who want to continue to explore various painting techniques. Concentrating on
composition and original ideas, projects for the individual portfolio will be developed. (HPHS, THS, TWHS)
Enrollment based
4140
SCULPTURE 1 (S) 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070)
This course offers a working experience in the three-dimensional study of form, space, color, texture, and line.
Students will be introduced to products, processes, and procedures of sculpture. They will examine the cultural
aspects of sculpture. (THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4141
SCULPTURE 2 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Sculpture 1 (4140)
This course utilizes three-dimensional processes and techniques introduced in Sculpture 1. Students will continue skill
development and be introduced to new media and needed techniques. They will also be responsible for an individual
or collaborative installation. This class may be repeated. (THS) Enrollment based
4080
CERAMICS 1 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070)
This course introduces students to hand building ceramic production methods. Students will learn how to design and
make pottery using different methods of working with clay. The major design emphasis of study is upon slab, coil, and
glazing. (HPHS, HSA, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4081
CERAMICS 2 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Ceramics 1 (4080)
This course utilizes three-dimensional design processes and techniques introduced in Ceramics 1. Students will
continue skill development in hand built ceramic work and be introduced to wheel thrown pottery. Students will
expand their knowledge and understanding of the processes of clay formulation, glazing, and firing techniques. The
history of ceramic art and artists will be explored. This class may be repeated. (HPHS, HSA, THS, TWHS)
Enrollment based
4110
JEWELRY 1 (S) 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070)
This course emphasizes the design, craftsmanship, and finish of jewelry and the importance of good design and how
this is obtained in jewelry. Techniques of sawing, filing, soldering, stone setting, and finishing will be studied.
Students design and create articles of jewelry through construction and casting. They will study the historical and
contemporary importance of jewelry. (HPHS, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4111
JEWELRY 2 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Jewelry 1 (4110)
This course provides an opportunity for students to improve their skills in jewelry making. Increased proficiency will
be expected. Students will review jewelry concepts through their work on advanced skill development in a variety of
materials. They will apply the elements and principles of design into the creation of original jewelry projects. The
history and cultural significance of jewelry will be explored. (HPHS, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4160
TEXTILES AND WEAVING 1 (S) 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070)
This course is designed for students learning how to work with fibers. Students will do this through such techniques as
weaving, dye work, and printing fabric. Projects will involve woven yardage, small woven pieces, dye-worked fabric,
and printed fabric such as screen-printing. Students will gain an understanding of and the ability to evaluate the
importance of textile design within the art and design world. (THS) Optional
4161
TEXTILES AND WEAVING 2 (S) 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Textiles and Weaving 1 (4160)
This course teaches students how to work with fibers in many forms. Students will do this through such techniques as
weaving, dye work, and fabric printing. Projects will involve woven yardage, small woven pieces, dye worked fabric,
and printed fabric such as screen-printing. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of textile design
within the art and design world. They also gain the ability to evaluate the quality of textiles. (THS) Optional
4150
STUDIO ART (S) 11, 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070) and Consent
This course is designed to assist in students developing a portfolio for scholarships, interviews, and/or exhibits.
Emphasis is placed on the development of the individual artist. Students will be responsible for submitting art for
exhibit. (HPHS, HSA, THS, TWHS) Enrollment based
4151
INDEPENDENT STUDIO (S) 12
Prerequisite: Design (4070) and Consent
This course is designed for the student who has completed a variety of art classes and is planning a postgraduate
education in art. Each student will build a portfolio of his or her best work to be used for college or art school
acceptance or scholarship participation. (HSA, THS) Enrollment based
4055
ADVANCED PLACEMENT ART HISTORY (Y) 11, 12
This pre-college course is designed to prepare students to take the AP Art exam to receive college credit in Art
History and Humanities. The course is designed to further students’ knowledge and enrich their understanding of how
and why works are created and interpreted from a historic perspective. The course will develop the student’s ability to
examine works of art intelligently, gain knowledge of major forms of artistic expression, understand the works’
importance, and formulate personal opinions about the artistic merit of the work. Students will be able to discuss and
write cogent essays by using visual observation and relating that perspective to the relevant historical context in which
the art occurs. (THS, TWHS) Enrollment based