2011-2012 High School Course Descriptions
Visual Arts Courses
Digital Photography
0.5 CreditIn this class, students will explore the basics of digital photography and computer image manipulation. Camera mechanics, concepts of photography, composition, and the craftsmanship will be taught. Students will use the techniques learned in this class to create fine-art photography. The course will also include an integration of art history and art appreciation as it relates to the subject. Students must have access to a computer with a minimum of 512MB of RAM and a contemporary operating system; a digital camera with manual capabilities.
Music Courses
Music History
0.5 CreditAfter a brief look at Western Music History, including historical musical time periods, we will look at the development of American Music. This will include American Indian music, first American composers, development of bands, military and concert and big bands. It will also cover many different styles of music including American Folk Music, Country, Jazz and Rock.
Songwriting
0.5 CreditThe Songwriting course prepares students to express themselves through creating music and is an introduction to basic songwriting. This course will use conventional and nonconventional notation and will include lyric and melody writing. Students will use online music software for creating their own songs. Professionally written songs and students' songs will be analyzed in class