Success High School – Modern/Contemporary Dance IV

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course focuses on developing and assessing the artistic growth of the modern/contemporary dancer.  Modern/Contemporary I is an introduction, while Modern/Contemporary II is an extension of vocabulary, general principles, and movement.  Modern/Contemporary III focuses on developing and assessing the artistic growth of the intermediate modern/contemporary dancer.  Modern/Contemporary IV focuses on developing and assessing the artistic growth of the advanced modern/contemporary dancer, as well as exploring career pathways.  Credit for the previous level course does not automatically qualify the student for the next level. Placement class is required. Theatre Under the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), Theatre has three separate strands:  Theatre Arts, Musical Theatre, Technical Theatre.  If the theatre teacher is certified in Theatre & PE, students could receive both Musical Theatre and PE/Wellness. All of these courses may not be offered on all campuses. A supply fee is required for our Theatre Courses.  If the fee poses affordability issues for the family, students and parents may discuss options with the administration, teacher or school counselor.  Some waivers of fees are available for those in financial need.  Finances should not be a barrier to participation in Fine Arts courses. Theatre Art students participate in multiple campus performances. Students have the opportunity to audition for UIL One Act Play. Theatre Arts