Advanced Placement Art History: In this course, students will explore the history and development of art and architecture in the western world from antiquity to the present, and will also examine and make connnections to art of non-European traditions and cultures. Students will develop a deeper appreciation of art in context, including issues of patronage, gender, social-political situations, and religion and will explore the intended purposes and functions of art in relation to history and culture. All classes will be held at the Worcester Art Museum. As an Advanced Placement course, college level content will be covered. Students will take the Advanced Placement examination.

Advanced Placement Art Studio 2D: In this course, students will use 2D as a focus to creatively and systematically investigate formal and conceptual issues. Students will address: a sense of quality in their work; a concentration that expands on a particular interest or problem; and the breadth of experience in the technical and expressive means of the artist. The portfolio will reveal independent thinking and analysis of culture through the making of art. As an Advanced Placement course, college content will be covered. Students will submit a portfolio of work, which serves as the Advanced Placement Examination.

Advanced Placement Art Studio 3D: In this course, students will use 3D as a focus to creatively and systematically investigate formal and conceptual issues. Students will address: a sense of quality in their work; a concentration that expands on a particular interest or problem; and the breadth of experience in the technical and expressive means of the artist. The portfolio will reveal independent thinking and analysis of culture through the making of art. As an Advanced Placement course, college content will be covered. Students will submit a portfolio of work, which serves as the Advanced Placement Examination.

Advanced Placement Art Studio Drawing: In this course, students will use drawing as a focus to creatively and systematically investigate formal and conceptual issues. Students will address: a sense of quality in their work; a concentration that expands on a particular interest or problem; and the breadth of experience in the technical and expressive means of the artist. The portfolio will reveal independent thinking and analysis of culture through the making of art. As an Advanced Placement course, college content will be covered. Students will submit a portfolio of work, which serves as the Advanced Placement Examination.

Advance Placement Music Theory: In this course, students will develop, practice, and master music theory skills including dictation, sight-singing, listening skills, and keyboard harmony. As an Advanced Placement course, college level content will be covered. Students will take the Advanced Placement examination.

Dual Enrollment Arts: In this course, students will be enrolled in an Art course at a Community College, 4 year College, or University while being dual enrolled at the high school. Students who pass their Art course at the college/university will receive credit on their college transcript and also on their high school transcript.

2D Design: In this course, students will use the Elements and Principles of Design to explore works on a Two Dimensional plane. Students will examine the difference between expression and communication as well as engage in inquiry and problem-solving. Students will use traditional and digital media to understand the creative process by conceiving and completing a project that demonstrates experimentation, invention, and technical mastery. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

2D Design Magnet: In this course, students will refine their use of the Elements and Principles of Design to create a portfolio of work focusing on the two dimensional plane utilizing inquiry and problem-solving skills. With materials chosen from the 2D Design course (traditional or digital) students will complete an investigation, with evidence of complex ideas, that demonstrate intention, originality, innovation, and technical mastery. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

3D Design: In this course, students will build on key understandings and skills and will use the Elements and Principles of Design to visualize, design, and build works in a three-dimensional plane, whether physical or virtual. Students will complete assignments and critiques in which they think through 3 Dimensional works in an additive and/or subtractive method and engage in reflection and critique of current sculptural practices. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

3D Design Magnet: In this course, students will refine their use of the Elements and Principles of Design to visualize, design, and build works in a three-dimensional plane, whether physical or virtual. Students will focus their fabrication techniques through the strategic use of materials and will address issues of understanding and envisioning space, objects, and scale and the built environment. Students will complete assignments and critiques that demonstrate their ability to analyze 3 Dimensional works in an additive/subtractive manner. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Acting: Character Study Magnet - In this course, students will continue an in-depth study of script analysis for creating a character, as well as writing character analyses. Based on performance, this course will push its students to further investigate performance and creating character through the foundational elements of creating, performing, responding, and connecting. In this course, students will perform for various formal audiences. This course is the first course in year two of the Theater Magnet. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced 2D Design: In this course, students will advance their use of the Elements and Principles of Design to create a portfolio of work focusing on the two Dimensional planes, building on skills developed in the 2D Design course. Students will create portfolios with either traditional or digital materials that reveal intention, originality, and technical mastery. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced 3D Design: In this course, students will explore the elements of art and principles of design while applying them to a 3-dimensional format using various media. Students will explore historical periods to discover the roots of modern sculptural pieces and will complete critiques and assessments in order to refine the process of creative expression. Students will examine professional work as well as their own. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced Acting I Magnet - In the course, students will work collaboratively to explore movement, voice, script analysis, and advanced characterization techniques to create fully realized performances. Students will perform in various informal and formal productions of various genres. Students will also explore audition techniques for college programs. This course is part of the Theater Magnet Performance Concentration. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced Acting II Magnet -In this course, students will continue to work collaboratively to explore movement, voice, script analysis, and advanced characterization techniques to create fully realized performances. The highest level of acting study in the theater magnet students will perform in various informal and formal productions of various genres. Students will also explore audition techniques for college programs. This course is part of the Theater Magnet Performance Concentration. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced Drawing: In this course, students will deepen fundamentals introduced in the Drawing class and refine visual thoughts and ideas through self-selected media and techniques. Students will continue to work with the observed and imagined figure, still life, landscape, and thematic content. Students will further develop their analytical skills to critique their own art as well as art from various historical periods. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced Drawing Pt 1: In this course, students will deepen fundamentals introduced in the Drawing class and refine visual thoughts and ideas through self-selected media and techniques. Students will continue to work with the observed and imagined figure, still life, landscape, and thematic content. Students will further develop their analytical skills to critique their own art as well as art from various historical periods. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced Drawing Pt 2: In this course, students will deepen fundamentals introduced in the Drawing class and refine visual thoughts and ideas through self-selected media and techniques. Students will continue to work with the observed and imagined figure, still life, landscape, and thematic content. Students will further develop their analytical skills to critique their own art as well as art from various historical periods. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced Painting: In this course, students will deepen painting skills, concepts, and themes introduced in the Painting class. Students will further advance their painting on a two-dimensional surface, building structure and composition; color; flat pattern; modeling and light; and texture. Students will explore and research the history of the medium as well as examine its' transition into more contemporary practices. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Advanced Technical Theater -In this course, students will study how to use research, script analysis, design elements, and collaborative work to design the technical elements for a theatrical production. Students will also draw upon the skills learned in previous technical theater classes to execute the student-led designs. This course is part of the Theater Magnet Technical Theater Concentration. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

American Rhythm Tap - In this course, students will study a style of American Rhythm Tap using precise rhythmical patterns of foot movement and audible foot tapping. This style of dance is derived from the traditional clog dance of Northern England, the jigs and reels of Ireland and Scotland, and the rhythmic foot stamping of African dances. The class will engage in thorough warm-up exercises, across the floor combinations, rhythm and techniques emphasis, followed by routine and combination work. Focus in this class will include contemporary and improvisational and rhythm tap styles. Students learning outcomes will include the ability to analyze and break down warm-up and practice habits; a deep understanding of tap technique and terminology; and the ability to evaluate and relate tap dance with regard to contemporary culture. As an honors-level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Applied Musicianship I: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwriting. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Applied Musicianship II: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwriting As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Applied Musicianship III: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwritingAs an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Applied Musicianship IV: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwritingAs an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Appreciation & Critique: In this course, students will become better writers through the arts. Students will integrate and evaluate content, develop arguments based on discipline specific content and engage in discourse with classmates while appreciating the multiple arts forms. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Appreciation & Critique Part 1: In this course, students will become better writers through the arts. Students will integrate and evaluate the content, develop arguments based on discipline-specific content, and engage in discourse with classmates while appreciating the multiple art forms. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Appreciation & Critique Part 1A: In this course, students will become better writers through the arts. Students will integrate and evaluate the content, develop arguments based on discipline-specific content, and engage in discourse with classmates while appreciating the multiple art forms. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Appreciation & Critique Part 1B: In this course, students will become better writers through the arts. Students will integrate and evaluate the content, develop arguments based on discipline-specific content, and engage in discourse with classmates while appreciating the multiple art forms. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Found - Pt 1: In this course, students will engage in the visual experience through several art/design pathways, including 2D Design; Drawing and Painting; and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, techniques, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual art and will examine the the role of the artist in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also research, reflect upon, and critique artistic practices. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Foundations: In this course, students will be introduced to the visual experience through several art/design pathways: 2D Design, Drawing and Painting, and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual arts and the role of the artist in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also participate in research, reflection, and critique of artistic practices. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Foundations Magnet: In this course, students will engage in the visual experience through several art/design pathways, including 2D Design; Drawing and Painting; and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, techniques, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual art and will examine the the role of the artist in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also research, reflect upon, and critique artistic practices. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Foundations - Pt 1A: In this course, students will engage in the visual experience through several art/design pathways, including 2D Design; Drawing and Painting; and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, techniques, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual art and will examine the the role of the artist in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also research, reflect upon, and critique artistic practices. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art Foundations Pt.1: In this course, students will be introduced to the visual experience through several art/design pathways: 2D Design, Drawing and Painting, and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual arts and the role of the artist in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also participate in research, reflection, and critique of artistic practices. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Art V: In this course, students will expand their portfolio and address topic areas within a creative design project. Students will explore career paths in the arts as well prepare for presenting work to a larger audience by engaging in all aspects of exhibition design, promotion, and display. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Band/Orchestra I: In this course, students will develop instrumental technique; intonation; balanced ensemble and musical literacy skills. Student will participate in multiple out of school time performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Band/Orchestra II: In this course, students will develop instrumental technique; intonation; balanced ensemble and musical literacy skills. Student will participate in multiple out of school time performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Band/Orchestra III: In this course, students will develop instrumental technique; intonation; solo and small skills; and music literacy skills. Students will participate in multiple out of school time performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Band/Orchestra IV: In this course, students will develop conducting skills; instrumental technique; intonation; and music analysis. Students will participate in multiple out of school time performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Brass Ensemble: In this course, students will be coached in preparation for performance and develop chamber performance skills through the study of traditional brass chamber literature. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Chorus/Vocal II: In this course, students will continue to develop musical and vocal skills in artistic choral and solo singing through the study of classical, folk and jazz repertoire. Beyond school time performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Chorus/Vocal III: In this course, students will deepen their understanding of musical and vocal skills in artistic choral and solo singing through the study of classical, folk and jazz repertoire. Beyond school time performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Chorus/Vocal IV: In this course, students will expand their understanding of musical and vocal skills in artistic choral and solo singing through the study of classical, folk and jazz repertoire. Beyond school time performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Chorus/Vocal I: In this course, students will develop musical and vocal skills in artistic choral and solo singing through the study of classical, folk and jazz repertoire. Beyond school time performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Class Guitar I: In this course, students will acquire basic skills and techniques of the many styles of guitar music. Students will engage in music reading; study of basic guitar chords; care and tuning of the instrument; and common strumming and picking styles.As an honors level class, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Class Guitar I Part 1: In this course, students will acquire basic skills and techniques of the many styles of guitar music. Students will engage in music reading; study of basic guitar chords; care and tuning of the instrument; and common strumming and picking styles. As an honors level class, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Class Guitar II: In this course, students will continue to acquire basic skills and techniques of the many styles of guitar music. Students will engage in music reading; study of basic guitar chords; care and tuning of the instrument; and common strumming and picking styles. As an honors level class, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Community Arts Internship: In this course, students will discover the exciting world of Worcester's arts scene. Students will partner with a cultural organization that matches their interest in order to develop real life career skills. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance Conditioning - In this course, students will study the basics and fundamentals of Dance Conditioning. This course will help students maintain and enhance health related fitness through vigorous physical activity that aims to assist in the promotion of a healthy lifestyle. This course will focus on developing strength, endurance and flexibility through engaging in a wide variety of activities and dance steps. Students will develop agility, alertness, control, balance and coordination through movement and dance. As an honors levels course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance Ensemble: In this course, students will prepare several performances and demonstrate their skill development and performance practice. Multiple solo and ensemble performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance for Fitness: In this course, students will explore basic dance education and appreciate dance as a physical activity and art form. Students will be introduced to basic jazz, ballet; modern tap and hip hop techniques. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance for Fun - In this course, students will create, perform, and appreciate movement as a means of expression and communication. Students will learn basic movement that can be applicable to Musical Theatre, the study of music or any other type of physical/athletic activity. This course will focus on general movement that compliments students' theatrical, musical or artistic endeavors. Through this course students will improve body management skills, understand movement ad how to work with others to develop creativity and imagination. Students will use the body as a means of expression and communication, employing a range and variety of stimuli. Student will develop artistic and aesthetic understanding within and through movement. As an honors-level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance I: In this course, students will study beginner/intermediate ballet and modern jazz, improvisation and choreography. Multiple beyond school commitments are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance II: In this course, students will study classical ballet, modern jazz, choreography and dance history. Multiple solo and ensemble performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance III: In this course, students will study advanced ballet, modern jazz, intermediate modern dance, dance history, improvisation and choreography. Multiple solo and ensemble performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance IV: In this course, students will study advanced ballet, modern jazz, intermediate modern dance, dance history, improvisation and choreography. Multiple solo and ensemble performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance Magnet I: In this course, students will study beginner/intermediate ballet and modern jazz, improvisation and choreography. Multiple beyond school commitments are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance Magnet II: In this course, students will study classical ballet, modern jazz, choreography and dance history. Multiple solo and ensemble performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance Magnet III: In this course, students will study advanced ballet, modern jazz, intermediate modern dance, dance history, improvisation and choreography. Multiple solo and ensemble performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Dance Magnet IV: In this course, students will study advanced ballet, modern jazz, intermediate modern dance, dance history, improvisation and choreography. Multiple solo and ensemble performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Directing I Magnet - In this course, students will explore the movement, stage picture, and composition of the stage. In addition, students will partake in deep script analysis, and create a director’s notebook for leading a production. Students will work with actors to stage formal and informal performances. This course is part of the Theater Magnet Technical Theater and Directing Concentration. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Directing II Magnet - In this course, students will further explore the movement, stage picture, and composition of the stage. As well as deep script analysis, and creating a director’s notebook for leading a production. Students will work with actors to stage formal and informal performances. This course is part of the Theater Magnet Technical Theater and Directing Concentration. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Drawing: In this course, students will learn to visualize thoughts and ideas through different media and techniques and begin to work with the observed and imagined figure, still life, landscape, and thematic content. Students will further develop their analytical skills to critique their own art as well as from various historical periods. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Drawing Magnet: In this course, students will refine and visualize thoughts and ideas through self-selected media and techniques. Students will work with the observed and imagined figure; still life; landscape; and thematic content and will further develop their analytical skills to critique their own art as well as art from various historical periods. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Drawing Part 2: In this course, students will continue to learn to visualize thoughts and ideas through different media and techniques and begin to work with the observed and imagined figure, still life, landscape, and thematic content. Students will further develop their analytical skills to critique their own art as well as from various historical periods.

Ensemble I Magnet - In this course, students will work collaboratively as an ensemble to explore creating, performing, responding, and connecting within the theater. This course will have students delve into directing and performing for various genres and formal audiences. This course is part of the Theater Magnet Performance and Directing Concentration. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Ensemble II Magnet - In this course, students will continue to work collaboratively as an ensemble to explore creating, performing, responding, and connecting within the theater. This course will have students delve further into directing, and performing for various genres and formal audiences. Students in year two of this course will be student leaders within the classroom and guide their ensemble to successful performances. This course is part of the Theater Magnet Performance and Directing Concentration. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Foundations of Media Arts III Magnet - In this course, student will continue to survey the creative and conceptual aspects of designing media arts experiences and products, including techniques, genres and styles from various and combined mediums and forms, including moving image, sound interactive, spatial and/or interactive design. Typical course topics include: aesthetic meaning, appreciation and analysis; composing, capturing, processing and programming of media arts products, experiences and communications; their transmission, distribution and marketing; as well as contextual, cultural, and historical aspects and considerations. As an honor level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete independent coursework and assignments.

Foundations of Media Arts II Magnet - In this course, student will continue to survey the creative and conceptual aspects of designing media arts experiences and products, including techniques, genres and styles from various and combined mediums and forms, including moving image, sound interactive, spatial and/or interactive design. Typical course topics include: aesthetic meaning, appreciation and analysis; composing, capturing, processing and programming of media arts products, experiences and communications; their transmission, distribution and marketing; as well as contextual, cultural, and historical aspects and considerations. As an honor level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete independent coursework and assignments.

Fundamental of Acting - Pt 2: In this course, students will develop acting skills through scene study, improvisation, character development, introduction to text analysis and beginning audition techniques. Students will study technical theater, Greek and Roman theater history, and writing about theater. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Graphic Arts I: In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of graphic design and the use of design elements and principles to create forms of graphic communication. Students will develop a basic understanding of mechanical and digital reproduction techniques as they relate to the professional practice of design. Students will investigate the components of photography, illustration, typography, and iconography in order to develop visual literacy. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Graphic Arts II: In this course, students will refine their knowledge of the components of graphic design: typography; photography; iconography; and illustration and will master problem-solving methodologies and critical design. Students will explore the reciprocal relationship of designer/consumer and be able to formally and informally critique personal and professional design in order to construct an understanding of the role of design in daily life. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Class Guitar II: In this course, students will continue to acquire basic skills and techniques of the many styles of guitar music. Students will engage in music reading; study of basic guitar chords; care and tuning of the instrument; and common strumming and picking styles. As an honors level class, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Handbell Choir: In this course, students will perform traditional repertoire on hand bells. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Hip Hop Dance - In this course, students will learn the basics and fundamentals of Hip Hop Dance and will gain an understanding and application of the fundamentals of this dance approach. Emphasis will be placed on movement that can be clearly executed while employing basic rhythm and movement coordination. The student will focus on proper execution and placement while developing rhythmic skills, dynamics, spatial awareness, and movement quality. As an honors course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

History of Theater Magnet - In this course, students will learn how theater has grown and developed in relation to human society from ancient Greece through modern western theater, including ancient forms of eastern theater. In this second course of year one theater magnet students focus on the foundational elements of creating, performing, responding, and connecting through the lens of theater. This course will allow students to explore ancient forms of theater in performance, and critical analysis. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Integrated Dance: In this course, students will use hip hop music, rhythm, and dance to expand their developmental domains within the art of dance. Students will be on their feet creating, dancing, and connecting with their prior knowledge, each other, and the music daily. This course is a dance elective. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Integrated Dance Part 1: In this course, students will use hip hop music, rhythm, and dance to expand their developmental domains within the art of dance. Students will be on their feet creating, dancing, and connecting with their prior knowledge, each other, and the music daily. This course is a dance elective. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Intoduction to Music History: In this course, students will survey musical forms and styles of Western Europe from 500-1945 C.E. Students will develop skills in collaborative learning, critical listening, and research. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Introduction to Music History Part 1: In this course, students will survey musical forms and styles of Western Europe from 500-1945 C.E. Students will develop skills in collaborative learning, critical listening, and research. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Introduction to Music Theory: In this course, students will explore the written language of music with an emphasis on rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic notation, ear training, sight reading, composition, and harmonic structure. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Introduction to Acting Magnet - In this course, students will focus on the foundational elements of creating, performing, responding, and connecting through the lens of theater. Students will learn the basics of creating a character, the basics of the stage, as well as proper theatrical vocabulary and movements for the stage. Units include an introduction to the stage and script, mime and pantomime, the actor’s voice, characterization. Students will also learn how to dissect a script for critical character information. Introduction to Acting Magnet the first class in our theater magnet program offers students the ability to intensively study the art of theater. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Introduction to Music Theory Pt. 2: In this course, students will continue to explore the written language of music with an emphasis on rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic notation, ear training, sight reading, composition, and harmonic structure. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Introduction to Music Theory Pt. 1: In this course, students will explore the written language of music with an emphasis on rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic notation, ear training, sight reading, composition, and harmonic structure. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Introduction to Dance - In the course, students will follow a proper warm-up, choreograph their own dance phrases, using steps and concepts they learn in class, identify and demonstrate basic locomotor and non-locomotor movements, create and perform combinations in a broad range of dynamics: solo, with a partner, and in an ensemble, create and learn a dance to be performed alone or with others; demonstrate patience and commitment during classes, and instill a sense of teamwork in all activities large and small. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Jazz Ensemble: In this course, student will explore multiple styles of jazz, with an emphasis on improvisations. Students will participate in several performances annually. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Madrigal Singers IV: In this course, students will study and perform chamber choral repertoire and improve their singing, balanced ensemble skills and musical literacy skills. Students will participate in multiple performances and competitions. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Madrigal Singers I: In this course, students will study and perform chamber choral repertoire and improve their singing, balanced ensemble skills and musical literacy skills. Students will participate in multiple performances and competitions. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Madrigal Singers II: In this course, students will study and perform chamber choral repertoire and improve their singing, balanced ensemble skills and musical literacy skills. Students will participate in multiple performances and competitions. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Madrigal Singers III: In this course, students will study and perform chamber choral repertoire and improve their singing, balanced ensemble skills and musical literacy skills. Students will participate in multiple performances and competitions. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Media Arts III Magnet: In this course, students will use their skills that they have mastered in previous Media courses, with intermediate level software, and begin to apply these techniques with an introduction to professional video production software. Students will begin to incorporate elements of graphic design and audio production into their works. Students will begin to explore such processes such as pre and post production, as well as marketing and advertising. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Media Arts IV Magnet: In this course, students will synthesize content, processes, and components to express a compelling media arts production based on a guiding question of personal choice. This production will be demonstrating mastery of associated principles, such as technique, aesthetic, and development of creative ideas. Students will follow the design process to intentionally and consistently refine and elaborate elements and components. Media arts production will be directed at specific purposes, audiences, and contexts. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Appreciation - Pt 2A: In this course, students will continue to survey major periods and styles of classical, popular and world music, review music literacy concepts and explore music analysis. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Appreciation - Pt 2B: In this course, students will continue to survey major periods and styles of classical, popular and world music, review music literacy concepts and explore music analysis. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Musical Theater for Performance Majors: In this course, students will explore the discipline of musical theater by refining their music, acting, and dancing skills. Students will be required to perform in full musical numbers, as well as smaller, more intimate performances for both formal and informal audiences. This course is a dance elective. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments. (Please note the following phrase will be used to distinguish honors level courses: As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.) As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Appreciation: In this course, students will survey major periods and styles of classical, popular, and world music; review music literacy concepts; and explore music analysis. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Appreciation - Pt 1: In this course, students will survey major periods and styles of classical, popular and world music, review music literacy concepts and explore music analysis. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Magnet I: In this course, students will explore music theory;solfege;music history;music literature;criticism;instrumental or vocal technique;rehearsal practice; and conducting. Students will participate in solo, chamber, and large ensemble performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Magnet II: In this course, students will continue the study of music theory;solfege;music history;music literature;criticism;instrumental or vocal technique;and conductings. Students will participate in solo, chamber, and large ensemble performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Magnet III: In this course, students will continue the study of music theory;solfege;music history;music literature;criticism;instrumental or vocal technique;and conductings. Students will participate in solo, chamber, and large ensemble performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Magnet IV: In this course, students will deepen study music theory, solfege, music history, music literature, composition, criticism, instrumental or vocal technique, and conducting. Students are required to participate in solo, chamber and large ensemble performances. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Music Theory I: In this course, students will develop basic musicianship skills in sight-singing; reading and writing musical notation; intervals; scales; rhythm; harmony keyboard skills; and dictation.

Music Theory II: In this course, students will continue to develop muscianship skills with a focus on the study of harmonic principles; advanced sight-singing; basic composition and form analysis.

Painting: In this course, students will advance their painting on a two-dimensional surface, building structure and composition; color; flat pattern; modeling and light; and texture. Students will explore and research the history of the medium, as examine its' transition to more contemporary practices. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Painting Magnet: In this course, students will continue to deepen painting skills, concepts and themes introduced in the Painting class. Students further advance their painting on a two dimensional surface; building structure and composition, color, flat pattern, modeling and light, and texture. Students will explore and research the history of the medium as well as understand it's transition into more contemporary practices. As a magnet level class, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments

Painting Part I: In this course, students will advance their painting on a two-dimensional surface, building structure and composition; color; flat pattern; modeling and light; and texture. Students will explore and research the history of the medium, as examine its' transition to more contemporary practices. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Percussion Ensemble: In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of playing percussion instruments and the application of musicianship skills to the genre. Students will develop skills and knowledge in the areas of mallets, drum sets, beginning rhythmic reading, percussion ensemble, and sight-reading. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Performing Arts Teaching Assistant - In the course, students will apply their prior knowledge of the arts to help guide their peers to achieve in the classroom. They will demonstrate their mastery of skills and help their peers master the skills as well. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Photography: In this course, students will deepen their understanding of the elements of art and principles of design will exploring possibilities through a camera lens. Students will demonstrate knowledge of line, shape, form, color, texture, and space while incorporating them into art work that shows the proper use of balance, repetition, rhythm, scale, proportion, unity, harmony, and emphasis. Students will examine the works of artists from various time periods. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Piano I: In this course, students will study the standard piano repertoire with a focus on developing technical skill and artistic expression. Recital performance is required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Piano II: In this course, students will continue to study the standard piano repertoire with a focus on expanding technical skill and artistic expression. Recital performance is required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Piano Part 1: In this course, students will study the standard piano repertoire with a focus on developing technical skills and artistic expression. Recital performance is required. As an honors level course, the content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Playwriting Magnet - In this course, students will study the craft of writing plays. In this second course of the second year of magnet study, students will explore the traditional dramatic structure, as well as various genres of theater writing, in-depth character development for writing, and the role of revision in playwriting. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Show Choir: In this course, students will combine music, dance, and theater into a performance discipline. Students will rehearse and perform choreographed choral arrangements that are accompanied by student musicians. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Songwriting: In this course, students will analyze standard song forms, styles and lyric structures, compose and record their own songs and study songwriting in multiple genres. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

String Orchestra: In this course, students will study challenging traditional string repertoire, develop chamber ensemble skills and perform several times annually. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Technical Theater II & Design II Magnet - In this course, students will continue in their study of technical theater. This course is the second course of study within the technical theater concentration of the Theater Magnet. This course will allow students to further delve into the design of theatrical productions. Students will also become scene shop leaders as they further develop their hands on construction skills. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Technical Theater and Design I: In the course, students will develop and build specific artistic skills within the technical theater. Students will learn hands on how to design for live theatre. Students will be exposed to the basics of all areas and then be allowed to specialize in a focus area of their choosing: costume/makeup/hair design, lighting design, stage management, sound/special effects design, scenic design/artistry. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater I: In this course, students will develop acting skills through scene study, improvisation, character development, introduction to text analysis and beginning audition techniques. Students will study technical theater, Greek and Roman theater history, and writing about theater. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater I - Pt 1: In this course, students will develop acting skills through scene study, improvisation, character development, introduction to text analysis and beginning audition techniques. Students will study technical theater, theater history, and writing about theater. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater I - Pt 2: In this course, students will continue to develop acting skills through scene study, improvisation, character development, introduction to text analysis and beginning audition techniques. Students will study technical theater, theater history, and writing about theater. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater II: In this course, students will develop acting skills through scene study, improvisation and text analysis. Students will also study directing, set and stage design and theater history from the Wakefield Mystery Cycle through the Elizabethan Era. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater III: In this course, students will refine acting, directing and audition skills, study theater history through the mid-1800s and develop skills in writing and research in the area of theater. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater IV: In this course students will focus on advanced acting skills, style and dialect, playwriting, directing, theater history from realism to the present day, audition and portfolio development. Multiple performances are required. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater Lab Acting -In this course, students will work collaboratively with the directors and designers to create a fully realized character for performance in a major production for formal performance. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments. This course is a theater elective usually taught during 8th period. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Theater Lab Technical Theater -In this course, students will work collaboratively with the directors to plan, design, and execute a technical aspect of a major production for formal performance. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments. This course is a theater elective usually taught during 8th period. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Wind Chamber: In this course, students will be coached in preparation for performance and develop chamber performance skills through the study of traditional wing chamber literature. As an honors level course, content will be covered at an accelerated pace. Students will study topics at a deeper level and will be expected to complete more independent coursework and assignments.

Applied Musicianship I: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwriting

Applied Musicianship II: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwriting

Applied Musicianship III: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwriting

Applied Musicianship IV: In this course, students will learn and/or advance their skills as instrumental musicians. Students will study proper performance practice, technical skill development and the basics of music theory, composition and songwriting

Art Foundations - Pt 1A: In this course, students will engage in the visual experience through several art/design pathways, including 2D Design; Drawing and Painting; and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, techniques, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual art and will examine the the role of the artist in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also research, reflect upon, and critique artistic practices.

Art Foundation Part 1: In this course, students will engage in the visual experience through several art/design pathways, including 2D Design; Drawing and Painting; and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, techniques, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual arts and will examine the role of the artists in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also research, reflect upon, and critique artistic practices.

Art Foundations - Pt 1B: In this course, students will continue to engage in the visual experience through several art/design pathways, including 2D Design; Drawing and Painting; and 3D Design. Students will explore materials, techniques, concepts, and processes essential to understanding the visual art and will examine the the role of the artist in historical and contemporary culture. Students will also research, reflect upon, and critique artistic practices.

Arts Appreciation and Critique: In this course, students will become better writers through the arts. Students will integrate and evaluate content, develop arguments based on discipline specific content and engage in discourse with classmates while appreciating the multiple arts forms.

Chorus: In this course, students will develop a choral repertoire and choral music reading skills through rehearsals and both day and evening performances.

Chorus/Vocal I: In this course, students will develop musical and vocal skills in artistic choral and solo singing through the study of classical, folk and jazz repertoire. Beyond school time performances are required.

Drawing Part 1: In this course, students will begin to learn to visualize thoughts and ideas through different media and techniques and begin to work with the observed and imagined figure, still life, landscape, and thematic content. Students will further develop their analytical skills to critique their own art as well as from various historical periods.

Fundamental to Acting - Pt 2: In this course, students will develop acting skills through scene study, improvisation, character development, introduction to text analysis and beginning audition techniques. Students will study technical theater, Greek and Roman theater history, and writing about theater. Multiple performances are required.

Integrated Theater Part 1- In the course, students will use the basic theatrical skills of creating, performing, responding, and connecting to expand their developmental domains within the art of theater. Students will be on their feet creating, moving, and connecting with their prior knowledge, each other, and theater daily.

Integrated Theater Part 1A- In the course, students will use the basic theatrical skills of creating, performing, responding, and connecting to expand their developmental domains within the art of theater. Students will be on their feet creating, moving, and connecting with their prior knowledge, each other, and theater daily.

Music Appreciation - Pt 1A: In this course, students will survey major periods and styles of classical, popular and world music, review music literacy concepts and explore music analysis.

Music Appreciation - Pt 1B: In this course, students will continue to survey major periods and styles of classical, popular and world music, review music literacy concepts and explore music analysis.

Painting Part I: In this course, students will advance their painting on a two-dimensional surface, building structure and composition; color; flat pattern; modeling and light; and texture. Students will explore and research the history of the medium, as examine its' transition to more contemporary practices.