Electives

Art

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental art appreciation skills through production of two-dimensional works of art. Production activities may include drawing, painting, and printmaking.

Band

To maxmize the musical talents of each student by teaching each how to read , interpret, and perform music at their highest level, and realize their potential  to bring glory to God through the creative gifts they possess.   To provide inspiration to mankind while learning the creative power of diversified genres of music.

Career Planning

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop learning strategies, critical-thinking skills, and problem-solving skills to enhance their performance in academic and nonacademic endeavors.

Choral Music

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental vocal musicianship, technical skills, and aesthetic awareness through the study and performance of varied middle/junior high choral

literature.

Drama

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental knowledge and skills in the elements of theatre arts.

The content should include, but not be limited to, the following:

-acting and characterization-movement and vocal production-pantomime and improvisation-theatre terminology-dramatic literature-historical, cultural, and societal perspectives-technical theatre-playwriting-artistic discipline-audience etiquette-roles and careers in theatre arts

Physical Fitness

The purpose of this course is to enable students to improve physical fitness through participation in games, sports, gymnastics, dance, and individual and developmental activities; and to evaluate physical activities in terms of fitness values.