Special Courses

This course is designed to be engaging, supportive, and focused on both physical fitness and overall well-being. Through structured activities in various sports and wellness exercises, students will build skills, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for movement. 

For sporting activities, middle and high school students will follow similar syllabi with complexity of activities varied by skill level. Activities may be adapted or alternatives provided to accommodate diverse learners. This ensures a cohesive and enriching experience for everyone.

Health and wellness concepts vary between middle and high school to ensure coverage of age appropriate content.

This course is an introduction to art and design. Art and Design Foundations provides an introduction to the artistic process, while enhancing technical proficiency in both two-dimensional and three-dimensional media. While the creation of art can be an enjoyable and fulfilling endeavor, it also demands patience, discipline, and consistent practice. Through a structured series of projects emphasizing observational skills and the fundamental elements of art and design, students will develop the ability to produce increasingly complex and expressive works of art.

Studio Art and Design I serves as an extension of the principles and techniques introduced in Art and Design Foundations. This course provides students with the opportunity to explore a broader range of media while fostering advanced creative thinking, imaginative development, technical refinement, and problem-solving skills. Emphasis is placed on the continued cultivation of a personal artistic voice through both guided and independent work. Students are expected to maintain a comprehensive sketchbook and dedicate time to create comprehensive thought out pieces. Additionally, the course initiates the formal process of portfolio assembly, highlighting each student’s artistic progression.

Studio Art and Design II includes a combination of directed and independent assignments that encourage both technical growth and creative exploration. Students are expected to approach their work with a high level of independence and initiative as they continue to refine their personal artistic vision and develop a distinctive style. Through these assignments, students will deepen their ability to observe, interpret, and respond to the world around them in innovative and meaningful ways. Maintaining a working sketchbook and completing a variety of works in multimedia from graphite to clay is a requirement for this class.