Fine Arts

Course Number: 0100310 INTRODUCTION TO ART
La Salle Number: 501 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): None

This course presents an overview of art as a human activity with contemporary references. The class will include the development of a personal sketchbook and projects which will help the student to learn and implement the elements and principles of art. These activities will be designed to acquaint the student with countless materials, and techniques in the process of art making.

Course Number: PRINT MAKING I
La Salle Number: 515 Credit: .5
Pre-requisite(s): Introduction to Art

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop knowledge of printmaking processes, techniques, and skills necessary to create and communicate a range of subject matter, symbols, ideas, and concepts.

Course Number: 0101300 (Offered Alternate Years) ART/2-D, DESIGN
La Salle Number: 514 Credit: .5
Pre-requisite(s): Introduction to Art

2-D design guides the student to produce visual solutions to specific design problems. The process of thinking, looking and doing can be applied not only to the making of Fine or Commercial Art but also to other areas and life in general.

Course Number: 0101330 (Offered Alternate Years) ART/3-D, COMPREHENSIVE I
La Salle Number: 531 Credit: .5
Pre-requisite(s): Introduction to Art

This course provides an introduction to the forms and methods of creating sculpture. The course provides the student with a sense of concept, design and craftsmanship inherent in successful three-dimensional works of art. Plaster, wire, modular components and recycled materials are emphasized. The students will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding through hands-on activities, oral and written testing.

Course Number: 0104320 (Offered Alternate Years) Drawing and Painting I
LaSalle Number: 505 Credit: .5
Pre-Requisite: Introduction to Art

This class is designed to further improve the student’s skills in drawing from observation. These skills will then translate into the beginnings of composition in painting as well as color theory and technique. The student will be expected to demonstrate both knowledge and understanding of terminology and process.

Course Number: 0104300 AP STUDIO
La Salle Number: 556 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Intro to Art, one other Art Elective with a “B” average and departmental recommendation.

The AP class in drawing moves well beyond basic skills and exercises to explore a broader scope of drawing that would incorporate other media and new ideas. The student will be given the opportunity to move from observation to abstraction, from mimetic to inventiveness and to determine a direction for their personal ideas. The student will learn the importance and value of the process that precedes the finished work and to prepare their portfolio for presentation to the College Board. (11 th and 12 grade ONLY)

Course Number: 0102300 (Offered Alternate Years) Ceramics/Pottery I
La Salle Number: 549 Credit: .5
Pre-requisite(s): Introduction to Art

This class will give the student the opportunity to create functional and nonfunctional clay pieces. The student will become familiar with the terminology, tools, equipment and materials involved in this process. Reference to the history of this age-old activity will be enhanced with modern and personal applications of hand-building, glazing and kiln firing.

Course Number: 0109310 Senior Studio Portfolio I
La Salle Number: 545 Credit: .5
Pre-Requisite(s): A “C+” in either Introduction to Art, Art 2D or Art 3D.

This second semester art studio will give senior students the opportunity to explore ideas and areas of interest discovered in previous art classes. The activities will include but not be limited to: clay, collage, painting, drawing, and printmaking. This course may contain a “Teaching Assistant” component. ONLY SENIORS may apply for this course.

Course Number: 0103300 Computer Graphics
La Salle Number: 582 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Computer Applications I

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop basic knowledge of computer graphic systems and to produce computer generated images by applying the elements of art and principles of design. The content included but limited to: use of equipment and material; art and computer graphics vocabulary; media, processes and techniques; elements ort art and principles of design; critical thinking and analysis; collaborative skills; legal and ethical issues; career opportunities.

Course Number: 0200370 3D Modeling & Animation
La Salle Number: 583 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Web Masters or a grade of at least 85 on Applied Photoshop test

Utilizing Alias Maya 7.0 and Adobe Photoshop CS students will learn all aspects of modeling and animation from pre-production to post-production. Modeling, lighting, texturing, animating and rendering will be covered as well as the concepts of storyboarding, conceptual art and camera placement.

The students will be requiredto produce a final animation reel as individuals and as a group. Students will learn what it is like to develop they’re own storyline and animation while understanding what it feels like to work as a group in a professional environment. At the end of the course, the class will have produced a 5-10 minute group animation that will be entered in local and state film festivals.

Course Number: 0106300/0106310 GRAPHIC DESIGN I/II (YEARBOOK)
La Salle Number: 578/579 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Computer Graphics I; Interview with and approval by instructor.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop skills in graphic design. Students learn lettering, layout, and design to create images and products that reflect knowledge of the elements of art and principles of design. Production of yearbook, specifically, is included in connection with the workshop experience. Special Note: Hands-on activities are integral to this course. This course generally requires students to participate in activities beyond the school day. (Junior and Seniors ONLY)

Course Number: 0400310 Drama I
La Salle Number: 569 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): None

The purpose of this course is to provide a broad overview of theater arts. History, traditions, and operations of theater will be covered. Beginning acting experiences, which include pantomime, improvisation and scene study will be explored. Aspects of technical theater such as lighting, costume, make-up and set design will be introduced. The students will be given the opportunity to appreciate and enjoy the tradition of live theatre.

Course Number: 0400320 Drama II
La Salle Number: 570 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Drama I and an audition required.

The purpose of this course is to provide for the development of intermediate skills useful to the study and practice of theater arts. Students will read and interpret plays, analyze and portray characters, design sets, costumes and lighting for the purpose of producing plays and other dramatic presentations.

Course Number: 0400330/0400340 DRAMA III/IV
La Salle Number: 571/572 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Drama II and audition required.

The purpose of this course is to provide for the development of advanced skills useful to the study and practice of theater arts. Students will read and interpret plays, analyze and portray characters, design sets, costumes and lighting for the purpose of producing plays and other dramatic presentations.

Course Number: 1301360 Music – Keyboard I
La Salle Number: 562 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): None

This course will provide an introductory experience on the keyboard in performance skills and in the interpretation of simple notation. The content covered will be: music fundamentals, keyboard performance techniques, music theory, and interpretation of musical notation.

Course Number: 1301370 Music – Keyboard II
La Salle Number: 563 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Keyboard I with at least a “B” and teacher recommendation.

This course will provide instruction in varied performance techniques on the keyboard. The content covered will be: music fundamentals, performance techniques and interpretation of musical notation.

Course Number: 1301380/1301380 Music – Keyboard III/IV
La Salle Number: TBA Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Keyboard II or III, whichever is applicable, I with at least a “B” and teacher recommendation.

This course will provide instruction in varied performance techniques on the keyboard. The content covered will be: music fundamentals, performance techniques and interpretation of musical notation.

Course Number: 1301400 Music – SOUND ENGINEERING AND REINFORCEMENT I
La Salle Number: 558 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s):

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop musical skills and an understanding of the elements of a recording studio, and apply the concepts and language in a musical setting. The content should include, but not be limited to, the following: exploration of the structure of music; ear training analysis of musical events and elements in a composition; roles and influence of music and musicians in history, culture, society and everyday life; exploration of basic acoustical principles: role and influence of sound and recording in history, culture, society and lifestyles; production techniques of a recording studio; set-up and operation of equipment in a recording studio; exploration of professional unions and organizations; demonstration of professional responsibility, ethical behavior, and time management skills.

Course Number: 1301410 Music – SOUND ENGINEERING AND REINFORCEMENT II
La Salle Number: 559 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Sound Engineering and Reinforcement I and teacher recommendation.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop musical skills and an understanding of the elements of a recording studio, and apply the concepts and language in a musical setting. The content should include, but not be limited to, the following: intermediate exploration of the structure of music; intermediate ear training; intermediate analysis of musical events and elements in a composition; role and influence of music and musicians in history culture, society and everyday life; exploration of acoustical principles; role and influence of sound and recording in history, culture, society and individual lifestyles; intermediate production techniques of a recording studio; set - up and operation of analog equipment in a recording studio; exploration of professional unions and organization; demonstration of professional responsibility, ethical behavior and time management skills.

Course Number: 1303300 MUSIC - CHORUS I
La Salle Number: 509 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): None

This course provides experiences in basic vocal production techniques and part-singing. The content covered will be: basic and fundamental skills in vocal tone production, choral performance techniques, music literacy and music appreciation.

Course Number: 1303310/1303320/1303330 MUSIC - CHORUS II/III/IV
La Salle Number: 510/511/512 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): None

This course provides instruction in the application of vocal musicianship and technical skills through the study of varied choral literature. The content covered will be: independent interpretation of easy-medium easy level choral music, refinement of tone production and performance techniques, analysis of musical form, varied style periods, and aesthetic perceptions.

Course Number: 1303340 MUSIC - CHORUS V
La Salle Number: TBA Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): None

The purpose of this course is to develop independence in musicianship, performance techniques and aesthetic awareness through the rehearsal and performance of varied choral literature.

       The content should include, but not be limited to: interpretation of medium-difficult choral music (MD-D); development of independent musicianship, tone production, and performance techniques; analysis of form, style, and history included in the performance of varied choral literature; formulation of critical listening skills and aesthetic values.

Course Number: 1100300 TELEVISION PRODUCTION I
La Salle Number: 074 Credit: .5
Co-requisite(s): Voice and Diction

This course provides opportunities for students to develop skills in basic editing as well as video camera operation, post production skills in graphics; audio, and script writing and story boarding; skills in direction and production of video projects. Coverage of school activities, as well as assigned projects are included in connection with the workshop experience. Special Note: Hands-on activities are integral to this course. This course generally requires students to participate in activities beyond the school day. (Opened to 9th graders and transfer students)

Course Number: 100310/1103020 TELEVISION PRODUCTION II/ III
La Salle Number: 076/077 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Successful completion of Television Production I or II, as applicable, and recommendation by instructor.

The purpose of this course is to exhibit the ability to apply television skills in the planning, directing, and recording of television programs, demonstrate the ability to write script and dialogue for a television program, and demonstrate the ability to produce a television program. Television II students will be assigned a Television Production I student and a part of their grade will depend on their ability to mentor the Television Production I student in the daily broadcast and assigned projects. Special Note: Hands-on activities are integral to this course. This course generally requires students to participate in activities beyond the school day.

Course Number: 0500980 PORTFOLIO I - TELEVISION
La Salle Number: 078 Credit: 1
Pre-requisite(s): Successful Completion of Television Production I, II, and III and /or approval by instructor.

The purpose of this course is to give the students an introduction to the comprehension and understanding of quality, concentration, and breathe of broadcasting. The content should include but not be limited to: introduction to the development of a video portfolio; understanding of how the behavior and opinions of society are influences through the various forms of electronic technologies; production of persuasive use of camera, editing, sound and lighting to influence the mood or outcome of an event; understand criteria in evaluating technical and artistic qualities in video essays, news reports, documentaries, etc. Special Note: Hands-on activities are integral to this course. This course generally requires students to participate in activities beyond the school day. (Opened to Seniors ONLY)