Art I

The purpose of the art course is to provide structured, sequential artistic experiences that require the student to apply the concepts and skills learned to specific media. Students will learn direct hands-on opportunities to discover, learn and refine one’s knowledge and skills in four different areas. The media units of study are mainly: Drawing (pencil, pen, and ink, charcoal, pastels), Painting (acrylics, watercolor, guache), Sculpture (one additive and one subtractive media each) as well as Graphic/2D design (usage of computer software).

Art II

The course is designed to further develop the concepts and skills learned in art I and is suitable for second level art students. Art II students will learn skills and techniques that they learned from Art I to enhance their artworks in two dimensional and/or three dimensional design using a variety of different media. The two dimensional media includes graphite, charcoal, pastels, color pencils, acrylics, watercolor, and ink techniques. Three-dimensional work explored in this class: foam sculpture, clay, recycling, with non traditional sculpture materials.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art I is recommended

AP Studio Art

This course is an advanced level of high achievement for the college-bound. Each student will use their prior knowledge in the previous courses to investigate more thoroughly in drawing, two dimensional, and/or three dimensional design. Students should show good initiative and good work habits in order to meet their body of artworks. AP Studio Art is based on building artworks with a minimum of 15 pieces in total. This portfolio is the exam and students submit it to the AP college board at the beginning of May. The portfolio is made up with two sections: Selected Works, and Sustained Investigation.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art II is recommended

Music I

Music I is a course that places performance at the center of every project. ANY student that has an interest or some experience in music and music making will enjoy this course. The best way to think of this course is as a pop or rock band class. You will be required to take up an instrument and then work with your classmates to practice, perform and eventually compose your own songs. In addition to performance skills, the course will also introduce you to the fundamental building blocks of music theory.

AP Music Theory

The AP Music Theory course corresponds to one or two semesters of a typical introductory college music theory course that covers topics such as musicianship, theory, musical materials, and procedures. Musicianship skills, including dictation and other listening skills, sight singing, and harmony, are considered an important part of the course. Students understand basic concepts and terminology by listening to and performing a wide variety of music. Notational skills, speed, and fluency with basic materials are also emphasized.

Research & Presentation

Presentation class focuses on building the skills needed to create and perform strong, persuasive, informative, and engaging presentations. We learn how to become proficient with Google Docs, Google Slides, and Google Drive. We learn how Aristotle’s triangle and SOAPSTone are fundamental to successful speeches. Upon completion of this course students will be able to give confident and successful presentations in any subject and on any topic both in and out of school. Gateway Course.

Computer I

The Computer I class is an introductory computer science course. You will learn about computer hardware and software, how computers represent information (text, sound, images) using binary numbers, spreadsheet modeling, website development, and programming fundamentals (using Python).

AP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science A is equivalent to a first semester, college level course in computer science. The course introduces students to object-oriented problem solving and design using the Java programming language. The AP Computer Science A course curriculum is compatible with many CS1 courses in colleges and universities.
Prerequisites: Computer 1

Team Sports and Coaching

Team Sports and Coaching is for any student interested in developing or expanding their skills in various team sports. Content will be based around the SHAPE national standards from the United States. Each student will be expected to learn and execute the skills and rules to effectively compete in end of unit tournaments within the class. They will also be encouraged to compete in the sport at the varsity level if possible. The coaching portion will focus on various aspects of coaching: planning, strategy, leadership, demeanor, and attitude in and out of competition. Students will show their leadership in athletics, regardless of age, through effective communication and problem-solving strategies within sports. They will then learn how to manage and place individuals into a successful team as a coach. In between those sports will be sports such as handball, floor hockey, flag football, and baseball.

Individual Sports and Fitness

Individual Sports and Fitness is designed more for those students who enjoy athletic endeavors based mostly around their own individual skillsStudents will develop or expand their skills and knowledge of various individual-based sports. Students will also learn how leading a fit-conscious life will aid them not only physically but also mentally, socially, and emotionally. Students will be expected to know rules and regulations of each sport, as well as proper technique of skill moves. Students will use technology and statistics to determine effective training regimens and exercises. This course will move through multiple individual sports such as: badminton, cross-country, bowling, table tennis, pickleball, among other individual activities.