Students must choose between Band (an all year course) or Arts Education which has 4 strands (visual art, dance, drama, and music) and each strand runs for 10 weeks.
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Visual Art
What will I learn?
During the 10 weeks of Art in the Arts Ed course, students will look at the elements and principles of art and incorporate these into three different projects.
How will I learn it?
Each project will be centered around student identity and exploring how you can be individuals, yet still fit and grow together. A wide variety of mediums will be used (acrylic, water color, markers, pencil crayons, foam boards, cardboard, etc)
How can I be successful in this class?
You do not have to have experience in art to be successful and have enjoyment in this class – an open mind, willingness to try new things, take risks, and willingness to use class time effectively are essential and expected.
How will I be marked?
All projects are individual and will be graded separately.
Are there any field trips?
During the Arts Ed course, students will have the experience of attending the LCHS musical performance, which incorporates art, drama, music, and dance - the four areas covered in Arts Ed throughout the year.
2. Dance
What will I learn?
Students will begin the class with research concerning a dance of their choice. Not only do students get to learn about any dance that peak their interest, but they also get to demonstrate and teach their peers what they have learned. Student’s also get the opportunity to create a dance that is focused on social justice and social change. Lastly, get funky, bust a move and practice your steps in our freestyle dance off.
How will I learn it?
Independent research, independent presentations, group projects and group presentations.
How can I be successful in this class?
Students should be prepared to improve their dancing. They also will be brushing up on their group work abilities and presentation skills. Participants will be assessed on their ability to work in groups and complete assignments within the required time frame. Also, being able to portray social issues through movement and group work will be a key component in this course.
Are there any cool trips this year? Each year students are taken to see the LCHS musical performance, which incorporates art, drama, music, and dance - the four areas covered in Arts Ed throughout the year.
3. Drama
What will I learn?
In this course we will be working on numerous skills including understanding dramatic terminology and elements, learning how to build believable characters, and creating personal and stylistic pieces that reflect social agency and awareness. Students will gain confidence in their understanding of the theatre and their place within it. A large focus of this course is on creativity and risk taking.
How will I learn it?
Students will start by learning terminology and dramatic elements through visuals and then transition into group work for all performances. Students will work together to write and perform their scripts. Some written work is required and will be individually completed.
How can I be successful in this class?
Students will be asked to share creative ideas, work with others, and perform in front of the class during this course. We will focus on building that confidence in a safe and encouraging space. The expectation is that students will come to class with a positive attitude and use class time effectively.
All Arts Education students will be going to the annual LCHS musical as a curricular trip.
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Music
What will I learn?
You will learn how to play some basic guitar chords and a few songs.
How will I learn it?
You will learn it through playing! We spend most of the class practicing chords and songs.
How can I be successful in this class?
Perfect practice makes perfect! You need to put in some time practicing to be successful in this class.