Teaching Art to high school students is more than nurturing creative thinking, broadening the mind and feeding the soul. Art education gives students the opportunity to create and appreciate, it teaches self-discipline, enhances performance in other areas, and sometimes, art just makes us happy.
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"Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable." ~ George Bernard Shaw
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Visual & Performing Arts |
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Courses in the Visual and Performing Arts follow the Framework for California Public Schools adopted in January 2001. All courses build on skills and knowledge acquired in a sequential manner from beginning to advanced. One year of fine arts (10 units) can be used for graduation requirements or one year of an A thru G certified class for entrance to UC or Cal State.
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A fundamental course intended to give the student a variety of art experiences and develop personal expression and creativity. There is an emphasis on the elements and principles of design. Students work toward improving craftsmanship and building a portfolio for their future study in art.
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