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350100CW Art Basics Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Art Basics is a structured course that includes the
study of the visual elements and principles of design through the use of
two-dimensional and three-dimensional media.
Careers in the field of art will be investigated. Students will gain an appreciation of art,
art heritage, and art criticism as a part of their study. A weekly sketchbook is required. 350201CW Two-Dimensional Design Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Art Basics 1 Unit Two-Dimensional Design is an introduction to the
application of design in two-dimensional media. The course may include areas such as computer art, commercial
and graphic design, printmaking, photography and mixed media. Art appreciation, art heritage, and art
criticism are integrated throughout the course. A sketchbook is required. 350301CW Advanced Two-Dimensional Design Prerequisites: Two-Dimensional Design 1 Unit Advanced Two-Dimensional Design is a comprehensive
study of design in two-dimensional media.
Art appreciation, art heritage, and art criticism are integrated
throughout the course. A sketchbook
is required. 350202CW Drawing and Painting Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Art Basics 1 Unit Drawing and painting is a study of composition in
drawing and painting which will include a variety of media. Some media included are charcoal, conte,
colored pencils, pastels, acrylic paint, and watercolor. This course will include art appreciation,
art heritage, and art criticism. A
sketchbook is required. 350302CW Advanced Drawing and Painting Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting 1 Unit Advanced Drawing and Painting is an in-depth inquiry
into the production of art through mastering techniques and skills in drawing
and painting. This course will include art appreciation, art heritage, and
art criticism. A sketchbook is
required. 350203CW Three-Dimensional Design Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Art Basics 1 Unit Three-Dimensional Design is an exploration of art
through sculpture, pottery, papermaking, and fiber arts. A design portfolio is required. This
course will include art appreciation, art heritage, and art criticism. 350303CW Advanced Three-Dimensional Design Prerequisites: Three-Dimensional Design 1 Unit Advanced Three-Dimensional Design is designed to
develop a broader knowledge and skill in three-dimensional problem
solving. A design portfolio is
required. This course will include art appreciation, art heritage, and art
criticism. 357200AW Art/AP Art Studio, Drawing Portfolio Prerequisites: Art Basics, Drawing and Painting,
Advanced Drawing and Painting and/or Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit Art/AP Art
Studio, Drawing Portfolio consists of three sections: Section 1:
Quality which is five actual drawings; maximum size is 18" x
24". Section 2:
Concentration which is twelve slides; some may be details. Section 3:
Breadth which is twelve works; one slide of each is submitted. Works from each section of the portfolio are in some
way related to art history, criticism, and/or art heritage. 357301AW Art/AP Art Studio, Two-Dimensional Design Portfolio Prerequisites: Art Basics, Two-Dimensional Design,
Advanced Two-Dimensional Design, and/or Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit Art/AP Art Studio, Two-Dimensional Design Portfolio
consists of three sections: Section 1:
Quality is five actual works. Section 2:
Concentration is twelve slides; some may be details. Section 3:
Breadth contains twelve works; one slide of each is submitted. Works from each section of the portfolio are in some
way related to art history, criticism, and/or art heritage. 357302AW Art/AP Art Studio, Three-Dimensional Design Prerequisites: Art Basics, Three-Dimensional Design,
and Advanced Three-Dimensional Design I Unit Art/AP Art Studio, Three-Dimensional Design is
intended to address a broad interpretation of sculptural issues in depth and
space. Art/AP Art Studio, Three-Dimensional
Design consists of three sections: Section 1:
Quality contains five works; two slides of each one. Section 2:
Concentration is twelve slides; some may be second views. Section 3:
Eight works; two slides of each are submitted. Works from each section of the portfolio are in some
way related to art history, criticism, and/or art heritage. 452100CW Drama 1 Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Drama 1 introduces students to the total theater and
covers a wide variety of topics, including:
theatre history, pantomime, mime, improvisation, costuming, make-up,
stagecraft, lighting, and acing.
Although performance is important in this class, the emphasis is
placed upon the learning process of drama. Drama 1 is recommended for students who are
disciplined and have a genuine interest in the theater. 452200CW Drama 2 Prerequisites: Drama 1 1 Unit Drama 2 will be an extension of Drama 2. The emphasis is on both analysis and actor
training. Drama 2 is designed for
serious theater students, requiring discipline and careful preparation. Process and performance will be the focus
of this class. Students should be
prepared to read and analyze many different styles of plays, as well as
acting techniques. Directing
techniques will be introduced during this course. 452300CW Drama 3 Prerequisites: Drama 2 1 Unit Drama 3 is a sequel to Drama 2; however, the
emphasis in Drama 3 will shift from performance to production. Although students will perform, they will
assume other responsibilities such as student directing. 452401CW Drama 4/Acting and Directing Prerequisites: Drama 1, 2, and 3 1 Unit Drama 4/Acting and Directing is geared toward
serious students who want to explore their full range of acting talents. Students will study several different
acting techniques including the Stanislavski method, Lee Strasberg,
James-Lange theory and others. Three
monologues, duet scenes, and short group scenes in different styles will be
required. Stage movement, voice,
projection, dialects, and stage combat will be studied and practiced. Students will also learn the fundamentals
of directing and will be required to direct several of the one- and
two-person scenes performed by classmates. 304000CW Speech/Debate Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Speech/Debate is recommended for students in grades
10-12 and is made up of the theory and practice of speaking before an
audience. The major types of public
speaking are studied, with practice in composing and delivering each type. Topics include: verbal, listening and
communication skills, speech organization, speech composition, speech
presentation, research skills, and fundamentals of debate. Speech/Debate is an excellent course for
students interested in a broad range of careers, such as: law, government, teaching, business,
sales, and personnel. This course
should be of special benefit to students who are insecure and inhibited. A knowledge of current events will benefit
students in this course. 354100CW Chorus 1/Beginning Chorus Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Chorus I/Beginning Chorus is designed for students
in grades 9-12 interested in learning the requirements for good singing and
musicianship. This includes singing,
listening to great music, discussing music literature, and learning how to read
music. The fundamentals of music - notation,
symbols, harmony, writing are stressed daily. 459938CW Freshman Singers Prerequisites: Recommendation of Middle School
Choral Director 1 Unit Freshman Singers is designed for ninth-grade
students who have had at least two years of choral/general music. Students should be able to follow a
musical score with some proficiency.
Fundamentals of music, proper singing, and basic repertoire will be
studied. 459939CW Concert Choir Prerequisites: One Course in Choral Music 1 Unit Concert Choir is for students in grades 10-12. Students will study music theory, vocal technique, sight
singing, and music appreciation. Members of this choir should be auditioned
by the choral director. They will
perform and are expected to have a uniform. 459940CW Mixed Chorus Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Mixed Chorus will involve students in grades 9-12
who like to sing and enjoy participating in a group and ensemble. The music studied will be from many
different periods and styles. Basic
theory will be taught. Pleasure in
singing in unison and in two- or three-parts is a desired result. 354201CW Advanced Chorus 1 Prerequisites: Approval of Choral Director 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 1 will be composed of advanced
choral students. Students will be
auditioned by the choral director before their first semester. Students will be expected to remain in
advanced choir throughout their high school years. Show choir is auditioned separately with students from this
group. Show choir students have to be
in Advanced Chorus. Madrigals belong
to this choir also. They may join
without a separate audition. This
group learns advanced music theory, sight readings, music from different
periods and styles, participates in competitions and trips. They also accompany, direct, and perform
as soloists and in ensembles. All
State performers come from this group. 354202CW Advanced Chorus 2 Prerequisites: Advanced Chorus 1 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 2 is a continuation of Advanced
Chorus 1. 354203CW Advanced Chorus 3 Prerequisites: Advanced Chorus 2 and Approval of
Choral Director 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 3 is a continuation of Advanced
Chorus 2. 354301CW Advanced Chorus 4 Prerequisites: Advanced Chorus 3 or Approval of
Choral Director 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 4 is a continuation of Advanced
Chorus 3. 354302CW Advanced Chorus 5 Prerequisites: Advanced Chorus 4 or Approval of
Choral Director 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 5 is a continuation of Advanced
Chorus 4. 354303CW Advanced Chorus 6 Prerequisites: Advanced Chorus 5 or Approval of
Choral Director 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 6 is a continuation of Advanced
Chorus 5. 354401CW Advanced Chorus 7 Prerequisites: Advanced Chorus 6 or Approval of
Choral Director 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 7 is a continuation of Advanced
Chorus 6. 354402CW Advanced Chorus 8 Prerequisites: Advanced Chorus 7 or Approval of
Choral Director 1 Unit Advanced Chorus 8 is a continuation of Advanced
Chorus 7. 353100CW Beginning Band Prerequisites: Student must provide his/her own
instrument 1 Unit The primary goals of Beginning Band are to develop
skills, knowledge, and techniques in music at a beginner level. The director will aid every student in
finding the appropriate band instrument.
Basic skills, theory, and instruction will be experienced in this
class. 353200CW Intermediate Band Prerequisites: One or two years of band 1 Unit Intermediate Band is designed for the student who
needs more practice and experience in band.
Basic music theory and instrumentation will be experienced in this
class. 353311CW Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 1 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Beginner
Band and Intermediate Band 1 Unit The primary goal of Advanced Band Performance -
Marching Band 1 will be to develop skills, knowledge, and techniques in
musical performance both individually and as a group. This course involves the coordination of
musical skills with physical movement.
Performance and entertainment will be emphasized. This band will represent the school at
selected athletic events, band festivals, parades and contests. Students are required to participate in
these activities. This course is
taught during the fall semester.
Rehearsals begin in early August.
Practices will be held after school hours. Performances and rehearsals will be used to factor grades. 353312CW Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 2 Prerequisites: Advanced Band Performance - Marching
or Concert 1 Unit Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 2 is a
continuation of Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 1. This course is taught during the fall semester. Rehearsals begin in early August. Practices will be held after school
hours. Performances and rehearsals
will be used to factor grades. 353411CW Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 3 Prerequisites: Advanced Band Performance - Marching
or Concert 1 Unit Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 3 is a
continuation of Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 2. This course is taught during the fall
semester. Rehearsals begin in early
August. Practices will be held after
school hours. Performances and
rehearsals will be used to factor grades. 353412CW Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 4 Prerequisites: Advanced Band Performance - Marching
or Concert 1 Unit Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 4 is a
continuation of Advanced Band Performance - Marching Band 3. This course is taught during the fall
semester. Rehearsals begin in early
August. Practices will be held after
school hours. Performances and
rehearsals will be used to factor grades. 353321CW Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 1 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Beginner
Band and Intermediate Band 1 Unit The primary goal of Advanced Band Performance -
Concert Band 1 will be to develop skills, knowledge, and techniques in
musical performances on stage at a variety of public and school events. In this course, technical skills are
developed more fully with emphasis on styles of music. Music literature will be studied for both
reading and performing experience.
Students who register for this course agree to attend rehearsals and
activities deemed necessary by the director. This course will be offered during the spring semester. 353322CW Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 2 Prerequisites: Advanced Band Performance - Marching
or Concert 1 Unit Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 2 is a
continuation of Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 1. This course will be taught during the
spring semester. 353421CW Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 3 Prerequisites: Advanced Band Performance - Marching
or Concert 1 Unit Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 3 is a
continuation of Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 2. This course will be taught during the
spring semester. 353422CW Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 4 Prerequisites: Advanced Band Performance - Marching
or Concert 1 Unit Advanced Band Performance - Concert Band 4 is a
continuation of Advanced Performance Band - Concert Band 3. This course will be taught during the
spring semester. 353331CW Advanced Band Non-Performance 1 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Beginner
Band and Intermediate Band 1 Unit Advanced Band Non-Performance 1 students will study
advanced instrument techniques and knowledge for woodwind, bass, or
percussion instruments. This is the
perfect course to transfer to another instrument provided the student already
has the ability to read musical notes.
(If not, students should sign up for Beginner Band.) Solo and ensemble techniques will be used
to progress student needs.
Performances with the advanced performance group are an option, if
approved by the band director. No
after school activities will be scheduled. 353332CW Advanced Band Non-Performance 2 Prerequisites: Previous Advanced Band Course 1 Unit Advanced Band Non-Performance 2 is a continuation of
Advanced Band Non-Performance 1. 353431CW Advanced Band Non-Performance 3 Prerequisites: Previous Advanced Band Course 1 Unit Advanced Band Non-Performance 3 is a continuation of
Advanced Band Non-Performance 2. 353432CW Advanced Band Non-Performance 4 Prerequisites: Previous Advanced Band Course 1 Unit Advanced Band Non-Performance 4 is a continuation of
Advanced Band Non-Performance 3. 459955CW Conducting Prerequisites: Band or Choral Director's Approval 1 Unit Conducting is designed primarily to teach standard
conducting patterns for beat meters.
Students will conduct music in class from recordings and live music
(players in the group). They will learn
how to conduct music while maintaining steady and appropriate temp patterns,
dynamic levels, and styles. Students
must know how to read music and be familiar with standard instruments in a
band or symphonic orchestra. 356100CW Music Appreciation Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Music Appreciation is a study of the history of
music from the Middle Ages to the present. 453000CW Contemporary Music Ensemble Prerequisites: Recommended for students with music
training 1 Unit Contemporary Music Ensemble is a course for band
students, chorus students, or students who have had private music lessons. Jazz/rock combos will be organized in this
class. 357600AW Music Theory/AP Prerequisites: Written approval by Band or Choral
Director 1 Unit Music Theory/AP will cover topics that would
normally comprise a Freshman Music Theory course in college. The course is intended to serve both as an
introductory course for advanced music students (choral or instrumental) as
well as a service course for students who are college bound and are seriously
interested in the study of music.
Topics include basic notation, harmony, styles, and ear training. This class is designed for students with
a musical background who want to further their musical studies. These students will learn how music is
structured and will compose music of their own. The Advanced Placement Examination is a requirement
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