Ceramics 1
Learn how to work with clay; make cups, bowls, and plates on the pottery wheel, and create beautiful sculptures and usable objects by hand in the first year of class. Students will also be taught the basics of kiln firing and glazing, and be encouraged to consider the relationship between form and functionality in their work.
Concert Band
9th grade wind ensemble.
Graphic Arts and Multimedia
This course will introduce you to many of the processes used in the Graphic Design and Multimedia world. You will learn about Adobe’s Premiere Pro, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. You will complete many fun projects worthy of a portfolio.
Guitar 1
This is a beginning level class where the music fundamentals of reading music, rhythm, pitch and ensemble playing (duets) will be taught. Basic guitar techniques will be taught through melody and chords.
Guitar 2
Students will work on music selections of their choice and teacher directed assignments with weekly class performances. Students must be self-disciplined, and motivated to improve. Guitar II may only be taken once.
Jazz Band
Before-school class for all grade levels.
Photography 1
Have you ever wondered how to take a great photo with your phone? In the photography 1 class you will learn how to take amazing photos using all different types of cameras including your cell phone camera. You will learn about photographic composition and theory as well as lighting and other important aspects of photography to help you improve your photos. You do not need to own a camera for this class, cameras will be provided for use in class.
Photography 2
This course builds off of skills acquired in Photography 1. In photography 2 you will continue to learn about using the DSLR in manual settings and exploring things like long exposure photography and stop motion photography. You will learn more about studio lighting and photographing people. We will explore more photo editing and build an online portfolio of your work.
Symphonic Band
Wind ensemble for grades 10-12.
Visual Arts
In this course students will explore a variety of art materials, with an emphasis on introducing new techniques and processes. Projects may include: painting, printmaking, collage, wood, paper sculpture, jewelry, textiles, and mosaics, and will emphasize an understanding of the elements and principles of design.