Art I will introduce students to many aspects of art. It offers opportunities for artistic expression and development and increases the powers of observation, analysis, and perception. A wide variety of basic art methods, techniques, and skills are explored, such as drawing, painting, sculpture, computer graphics, and crafts, with emphasis on design and creativity.

Art II is a continuation of knowledge developed in Art I. Students are allowed more freedom to make advanced decisions and explore all aspects of art in more depth. They must show more initiative,originality, and use advanced critical thinking skills.

This course develops a level of skills higher than those acquired in Art II. Serious and dedicated students are allowed opportunities for independent growth.

Art IV students possess a significant degree of artistic talent, self-motivation, and self-discipline. These students have proven through their portfolios that previous knowledge and experiences in art have qualified them for this level. The work of Art IV students is evaluated through visual, oral, and written assessments. Art IV students are required to participate in at least one art show during this course, either at the school level or in the community.

This course develops basic skills in the making of ceramics. The basic hand-building methods of pinch, coil, and slab are explored, as well as the use of the potter’s wheel. Students will gain a basic knowledge and understanding of art through examining the elements and principles of design as they pertain to ceramics. Completion of Art I prior to this course may be helpful.

This course continues to develop skills learned in Ceramics I. Advanced techniques and processes are introduced. Emphasis is on complex design and advanced critical thinking skills

In this highly specialized course, students continue working with advanced ceramic processes and have opportunities for independent growth.

This course explores the design and construction of functional or decorative objects. Various media are explored such as fiber, glass, clay, wood, and paper. The completion of Art I prior to this course may be helpful.

This course is a continuation of Contemporary Crafts I in which the students use advanced art and critical thinking skills in the making of objects.

This course is designed to allow students to participate in creative and experimental approaches to drawing. They will explore various drawing techniques with media such as pencils, charcoal, pastels, pens, and conté crayons. Emphasis will be placed on design principles.

Advanced Placement Drawing is a college-level course designed to develop skills in drawing that will enable the student to successfully complete the Drawing Advanced Placement exam. Students must be highly motivated to complete the number of required artworks. It is ideal that students take an advanced art course such as Art III, IV, Drawing, or Studio during the semester prior to taking the AP Drawing course.

This course is designed for students who are highly talented and wish to specialize in a particular media and prepare a portfolio. It is an opportunity for students to explore the nature of media and to develop individual techniques and styles. Students are allowed to work independently. Students will be prepared to move on to a higher level of art, such as AP Studio Art or courses at the college or technical school level.