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Visual and Performing Arts/Fine Art (“F”) One year required for UC/CSU
Dance A/B
Course # 2771/2772 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – F –College Prep Visual/Performing Arts
Credits: 10
This course is an exploration into a variety of dance expressions. Emphasis will be on Jazz,
Modern and Ballet with various other dance styles touch upon. Students will also learn the basicelementsofchoreography.9t hgradersmaytakethecourseasafineartselectivein addition to PE 1. This course gives fine arts credit and requires additional work. See instructor for details. Each section must be taken in consecutive order.
Drama 1 A/B
Course # 7100/7101 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – F –College Prep Visual/Performing Arts
Credits: 10
This course may be taken one or two times a year. This course is designed to give the student an introduction to the many aspects of theater arts. Topics such a history, acting, improvisation, musicals, Radio Theater, mime, and others will be discussed and practiced. Students will participate in class and individual projects combining theater skills to develop an understanding and appreciation of theater.
Graphic Design A/B
Course # 4540/4541 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – F – Visual/Performing Arts
Credits: 10
This year long course introduces students to the basics of graphic design. It will emphasize the study of graphic design using the computer as a tool, and students will use computer software to learn how to create and manipulate images and illustrations for various uses. Students will also use cameras, scanners, and printers per industry standards. The course will prepare students to create, edit, modify, and produce projects according to industry standards in graphic design. Students who successfully complete both Graphic Design A and B, can earn up to 3 college credits for this course through our articulation agreement with MSJC. This course meets the high school graduation requirement for Fine Arts.