In kindergarten through third-grade art, we focus on encouraging creativity and exploration with a variety of materials and introduce basic art vocabulary. During art time, we integrate sensory processing opportunities, practice social skills, and model emotional regulation techniques. 

In fourth, fifth, and sixth grade, we continue to encourage creativity and focus on developing a strong artistic foundation, encouraging exploration, and integrating art with other subjects. We introduce the elements of art (line, shape, color, value, texture, form, and space) and the principles of design through hands-on activities and projects. We continue to integrate sensory processing opportunities, practice social skills, and emotional regulation techniques. 

In seventh and eighth grade, we reinforce understanding of Art Principles and introduce the Elements of Art, which are: Variety, Rhythm, Balance, Movement, Pattern, Emphasis, Contrast, Unity, and Proportion. We incorporate art history and cultural contexts, and foster a love of art through engaging discussions.

Art Foundations 
This course is an entry-level course for the High School Visual Arts Core Curriculum.  It is designed to provide an overview and introduction to Visual Arts through studying a variety of art tools and materials.  With an emphasis on studio production, this course is designed to develop higher-level thinking, art-related technology skills, art criticism, art history, and aesthetics.

Art Foundations 2
This one-semester basic high school art class is a prerequisite for most of the visual arts courses and serves as an introduction that immerses students in the fundamental aspects of the visual arts. Students will explore various media, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, while also developing critical thinking skills through art criticism and analysis of historical and contemporary artworks. The course often includes maintaining a sketchbook and compiling a portfolio to track artistic growth. By integrating art history, aesthetics, and studio practices, Art Foundations lays the groundwork for advanced art courses.

3D Design & Cultural Art
This one-semester course develops strong hands-on creative problem-solving and thinking skills.  Students will research cultures and art history to learn about how different forms of sculpture and 3-dimensional work have become a recognized fine art form today. Students will develop introduction skills as they construct a variety of sculpture projects using different materials. Students will critique and give meaning to their artworks.

Cartoon, Comic, & Manga
In this class, students learn to blend traditional drawing techniques with styling elements that are unique to comics and manga. Students will explore character design, human anatomy, facial expressions, and dynamic poses, while also learning to craft compelling narratives through storyboarding and panel composition. The curriculum often includes lessons on perspective drawing, inking, and coloring methods, to bring scenes to life. By studying various manga genres and styles, students gain an appreciation for the cultural and artistic nuances of the styles. Art Foundations 2 Prerequisite.

Drawing
Study of the basic elements of art and techniques of drawing. Perspective, still life, landscape, animal, and other subjects will be taught. A variety of mixed media, such as graphic pencils, colored pencils, pen and ink, pastels, and other drawing media, will be used.

Jewelry 1
In this class, students will explore the art of beginning jewelry making while using the elements and principles of art. We will be creating jewelry in different media, which may include beads, clay, glass, leather, weaving, paper, etc. We will focus on jewelry throughout history and how it has helped shape and define cultures. 

Jewelry 2
Exploring the art of advanced jewelry making. We will be creating jewelry in different media, which may include: beads, clay, glass, leather, weaving, wire wrapping, etc. We will be focusing on the aesthetics and principles of fashion design. Students will be expected to maintain a detailed sketchbook, where they note materials, reasons, and meaning within their jewelry portfolio. Jewelry 1 Prerequisite.

Painting
Painting is an advanced high school art course designed to help students develop skills in applying art concepts with several painting media, such as watercolor and tempera paint. Students develop perceptual skills, graphic skills, and skills of observing and evaluating works of art. Students develop compositional skills by learning and applying visual concepts that apply to color.

Theater Foundations
We will be studying other aspects of the theatre, including script analysis, improvisation, production, and technical theatre. We expand and hone acting skills, techniques, and knowledge base while providing a positive, welcoming, and accepting environment with a growth mindset.