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SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY
Grades 11-12 5 Credit
This course will teach students how personality, self-concept, and self-esteem and other aspects of the
psychological make-up relate to participation and performance in sports. Students will gain an
understanding of the motivational issues present in the participation in a competitive sport. Students will
also learn practical strategies for helping potential athletes with these related issues. Students will also
explore issues and intervention strategies to work with athletes to enhance performance and
participation.

VISUAL/PERFORMING ARTS

*All courses listed in this department satisfy the Fine and Performing Art requirement for
graduation.

FOUNDATIONS OF ART I
Grades 9 – 12 5 credits
Students will focus on the Elements of Art: Line, Shape, Form, Color and Texture. This is followed by
drawing, painting, collage and basic ceramics techniques. Mixed-Media projects and Art History lesson
will be incorporated throughout the course to reinforce concepts and student learning.

ART II
Grades 10-12 5 credits
Students will focus on the Principles of Design: Emphasis, Balance, Proportion, Rhythm/Movement, and
Unity/Variety as used in art. This course is designed for students who wish to continue to study art and
the concepts are based on those learned in Art Foundations I.

ART III
Grades 11-12 5 credits
Students will focus on and produce a variety of functional and decorative crafts from different cultures,
time periods and or mediums as explored in class. Units of study will include ceramics, weaving,
silkscreen and seasonal crafts.

ART IV
Grades 11 -12 5 credits
Students will focus on the Practical, Cultural, Personal and Educational functions of art. The course