NOTE:  All art lab classes require fees for class project presentation.

Visual Art I
Grade Level: 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th   
Credit:   1 (full-year)
Art I is a general laboratory course which explores and gives hands-on experiences in major areas of visual arts including drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, and textiles.  Two and three-dimensional design are explored in the various areas giving the student experiences in creativity, various media, and aesthetic appreciation.

Visual Art II
Grade Level:  10^th, 11^th, 12^th
Credit:  1 (full-year)
Successful Completion of Visual Art I, Portfolio, and teacher recommendation
Students in this course are given the opportunity to explore the various art areas more in depth.  Students receive more advanced instruction in painting and drawing as well as an emphasis in three dimensional works such as sculpture, ceramics and textiles.  Techniques using more advanced skills will be taught and students will be encouraged to use these skills in hands-on projects.  Historical development is also included.  A portfolio of course work and independent study work is required.

Visual Art III
Grade Level:  11^th or 12^th
Credit:  1 (full-year)
Successful completion of Art II, Portfolio, and teacher recommendation
Students continue project work in two and three dimensional work with emphasis on design and independent study.  Students will be required to declare a major area of emphasis and develop an independent course of study in that area with instructor guidance.  An in-depth analysis of contemporary art is studied as part of art appreciation.  Portfolio will be maintained. 

Visual Art IV
Grade Level: 12^th 
Credit: 1 (full-year)
Portfolio, teacher approval, and Art III or approved advancement
This course emphasizes the development and exploration of advanced techniques in the student’s chosen medium.  Art IV is an advanced level art studio recommended for college art majors and minors as well as art institute students.  Large scale projects are expected using advanced techniques and applications.  Independent study in the studio area is a major part of this course.  Students are expected to keep a portfolio using peer and instructor critiques as the selection process.  A senior show of portfolio pieces will be necessary to exit the program.

Studio Art IV AP
Grade Level: 12^th only
Credit: 1 (full-year)
Successful completion of Art III or approved advancement, Portfolio, and teacher approval
The Advanced Placement (AP) Studio Art Program is for highly motivated high school seniors to do college level work.  Students are to submit a portfolio of work, both original and in slide format, for evaluation at the end of the school year.  The AP Studio Art candidates prepare their portfolios through organized AP instruction.  Two types of portfolios may be submitted:  2-D and Drawing.

History of Art AP
Grade Level:   10^th, 11^th, or 12^th
Credit:  1 (full-year)
Must be approved by Social Studies Department Chair & Art instructor
AP History of Art is designed to provide the same benefits to secondary school students as those provided by an introductory college course in art history.  The course provides an understanding and enjoyment of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within historical and cultural contexts.  No prior exposure to art history is required.  However, students who have completed or are currently enrolled in AP European History are encouraged to enroll.