Foundation Level / Level I / Level II / Studio Level III / Performing Arts / Music
FOUNDATIONS OF ART
7004 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7006 1 Credit Full Year Grades 9-12
This course provides students with a comprehensive
background in the arts with emphasis in two- and three dimensional
design. This course is recommended, but not
limited, to those who plan to pursue advanced art courses. This
course is a prerequisite for Level I, Level II, Studio, and
AP art courses.
CREATIVE CRAFTS
7040 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7044 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course helps students develop creative crafts which
may include weaving, stitching, stained glass, batik, knitting,
quilting, and folk art. ($25)
HUMANITIES A
7010 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7013 1/2 Credit Mkg. Period Grades 9-12
This course introduces the fine arts through a study of
five major disciplines: Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Dance,
and History. This course covers the Prehistoric through
Renaissance periods.
HUMANITIES B
7015 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course introduces the fine arts through a study of five
major disciplines: Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Dance, and
History. Part B covers the Reformation Period to the present.
PRE: Humanities A
HUMANITIES
7014 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course introduces the fine arts through a study of
five major disciplines: Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Dance,
and History. This course covers the Prehistoric through
Contemporary Periods.
DRAWING I
7050 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7057 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10-12
7054 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
This course introduces students to two-dimensional design
and drawing skills. Students explore a variety of drawing
tools and materials. Students are also exposed to a knowledge
of aesthetics, style, and the history of art related to
drawing and design. ($25) PRE: Foundations of Art
2D & GRAPHIC DESIGN I
7080 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7084 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7083 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10-12
This course familiarizes students with various graphic
and design techniques. Students study materials and
processes, which may include linoleum, wood block, silk
screen, computer graphics (when facilities permit), calligraphy,
poster design, commercial package designs, etching,
and found object printing. PRE: Foundations of Art ($25)
DRAWING/PAINTING I
7097 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7094 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7090 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10-12
This course introduces students to the basic concepts
and media used in drawing and painting from observation.
Students may work in charcoal, pastel, watercolor, acrylic,
and tempera. PRE: Foundations of Art ($35)
SCULPTURE & CERAMICS I
7110 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7114 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7116 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10-12
This course allows students to explore three-dimensional
design through the creation of art works which may include
the use of clay, wood, metal, wire, paper, plaster, and other
media. This course may include exposure to aesthetics, style,
and history of art related to sculpture and ceramics.
PRE: Foundations of Art ($25)
PHOTOGRAPHY I
7120 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7123 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10-12
7124 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
This course contains a rigorous curriculum which introduces
students to the use of specialized photographic equipment
including cameras, lenses, and developing processes.
Students are expected to demonstrate the ability to produce
acceptable two-dimensional design in the production of photographic
themes. Students must provide their own 35mm
(SLR) camera and/or paper/film. PRE: Foundations of Art ($25)
DRAWING II
7133 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10-12
7134 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
This course concentrates on the expansion of applications of
students’ previously learned skills. Students gain exposure
to aesthetics and history of art as related to two-dimensional
drawing/design. PRE: Drawing I or
portfolio evidence ($25)
2D & GRAPHIC DESIGN II
7144 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
7143 1 Credit Full YearGrades 10-12
This course is a continuation of 2D & Graphic Design I in
which students expand upon various graphic and design
techniques. Students elaborate upon techniques and
processes working with linoleum, wood block, silk screen,
computer graphics (where facilities permit), calligraphy,
poster design, commercial package designs, etching, and
found object printing. PRE: Graphic Design/ Photography I or 2D & Graphic
Design I ($25)
DRAWING/PAINTING II
7164 1 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
7163 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10-12
This course concentrates on the expansion and refinement
of skills and techniques previously learned in Drawing &
Painting I. PRE: Drawing & Painting I ($20)
SCULPTURE & CERAMICS II
7184 1 Credit Semester Grades 10 -12
7186 1 Credit Full Year Grades 10 -12
This course concentrates on the expansion and
application of the students’ skills previously learned in Sculpture &
Ceramics I. The course includes an exposure to aesthetics, style,
and art history related to sculpture and ceramics.
PRE: Sculpture & Ceramics I or portfolio evidence ($20)
PHOTOGRAPHY II
7194 1 Credit Semester Grades 10-12
This course concentrates on the expansion and application
of students’ skills previously learned in Photography I. Photographs
produced will demonstrate quality two-dimensional
design and an understanding of photographic techniques that
may include computer-related activities. This course is more
challenging than the introductory level course and contains a
rigorous curriculum. Students must provide their own 35mm
(SLR) camera. PRE: Photography I ($25)
SCULPTURE/CERAMICS
7210 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
7214 1 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
2D & GRAPHIC DESIGN
7220 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
7224 1 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
DRAWING/PAINTING
7236 1 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
DRAWING
7240 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
7244 1 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
PHOTOGRAPHY
7310 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
7314 1 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
AP STUDIO ART
0703 2 Credits Full Year Grades 11, 12
Students choose between one of three portfolios: Drawing,
2-Dimensional Design, or 3-Dimensional Design. All
students must take the AP exam in May. Guidelines for
portfolios are set and portfolios are evaluated by The College
Board. The purchase of
some support materials is required. ($40 plus $97 for exam) PRE: Level II or portfolio
evidence
INTRODUCTION TO DANCE
7400 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7404 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course introduces dance to students in its many forms
and cultures with an emphasis that blends theory with
practical application. Creative and structured dance forms
are studied.
GIFTED & TALENTED DANCE
7423 2 Credits Full Year Grades 9-12
This course is offered to the intermediate/advanced dance
student. Students are expected to continue advanced work
in a combination of ballet, pointe, jazz, and tap. Classes
meet at various designated studios during evenings and
weekends. PRE: Portfolio evidence
HONORS DRAMA I - RSHS Only
7433 2 Credits Full Year Grades 11, 12
This course is for students who have shown talent in the
performing arts, either on stage or backstage. Students
study theatre history, critical analysis, performance/production
skills, and improvisation. Students are involved
in the development of full-scale theatre productions.
Purchase of support materials is optional. This course
is held at RSHS and is available to students from each
of the high schools. Students earning a B or better in
Theatre and Honors
Drama I & II may earn articulated college credit.
PRE: Theatre, or Technical Theatre, portfolio evidence and committee review
HONORS DRAMA II - RSHS Only
7443 2 Credits Full Year Grade 12
This course runs concurrently with Honors Drama I with
an emphasis on directing, designing, acting, and technical
theatre. Students are involved in the development of fullscale
theatre productions. Purchase of support materials
is optional. This course is held at RSHS and is available to
students from each of the high schools. Students earning
a B or better in Theatre and
Honors Drama I & II may earn articulated college credit.
PRE: Honors Drama I and committee review
THEATRE
7454 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course introduces students to the basics of theatre
with an emphasis on acting and public speaking. Students study improvisation,
mime, theatre history, puppet theatre, oral interpretation,
and theatrical analysis. This course emphasizes play and
character analysis, scene development, aesthetic criticism,
basic directing skills, theatre history, and script memorization.
THEATRE DESIGN
7487 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7510 1 Credit Full Year Grades 9-12
This course introduces students to the basics of technical
theatre. The course explores fundamental design and development
properties of scenery, lighting, costume, makeup,
and sound. Aspects of publicity and theatre history are also
included. Students work on technical and design aspects
of a real stage production. PRE: Teacher interview ($15)
RC
BAND
7600/7605 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7612 1/2 Credit Full Year Grades 9-12
7604 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7617 1 Credit Full Year Grades 9-12
This course helps students develop musicianship and an
understanding of all aspects of band performance. Experiences are performance-based and will include a range of solo, small ensemble, and large ensemble repertoire both during and after the school day. Activities include multiple public performances.
PRE: Musicianship levels I & II RC
JAZZ ENSEMBLE
7740 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7744 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course helps students further their musicianship skills.
Students study, prepare, and perform compositions representative
of 20th Century American jazz styles including swing,
big band, bebop, cool jazz, fusion, and Latin jazz. Activities
include concerts and performances during and beyond the
school day. PRE: Audition/Director’s approval RC
HISTORY OF AMERICAN MUSIC
7620 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7624 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course introduces students to a wide variety of musical
styles that have influenced the development of 20th century
American music. Using multimedia presentations, the course
content includes jazz, rhythm and blues, country and western,
musical theatre, rock ‘n roll, classical, and multi-cultural forms.
Students earning a B or better in History of American Music
may earn articulated college credit. PRE: U.S. History
CHORUS
7650 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7652 1/2 Credit Full Year Grades 9-12
7654 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course helps students develop musicianship and an
understanding of all aspects of choral production. Performance
activities at school or in the community may be
included. RC
CONCERT CHOIR
7642 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7634 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7647 1 Credit Full Year Grades 9-12
This course helps students develop musicianship and an
understanding of all aspects of choral production. The
concert choir performs at school and community concerts
and represents the school at choral activities. Experiences are performance-based and will include a range of solo, small ensemble, and large ensemble repertoire both during and after the school day. PRE: Audition/Choir Director's approval
RC
ADVANCED CHORAL ENSEMBLE
7700 1 Credit Full Year Grades 9-12
This course is for advanced choral musicians. Through a
study of varied choral literature, this course seeks to develop
and strengthen the vocal production of the advanced singer
in an ensemble setting. Students develop their individual
technique with focus on intonation, blend, tone, and diction.
Students also study the relationship of music to history and
culture. This ensemble performs for school and community
concerts. PRE: Audition/Choir director’s approval RC
GUITAR I
7660 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7664 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course offers students the basics of guitar. Students
learn to read single tones and play simple melodies. Students
are also taught to accompany folk, traditional, and popular
music in a variety of styles using basic chords in major and
minor keys. Students must provide their own guitar and
text. RC
GUITAR II
7750 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7754 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course is for advanced guitar students. Through a study
of varied guitar literature, this course seeks to develop and
strengthen the guitar skills of the advanced guitarist. Experiences are performance-based and will include a range of solo, small ensemble, and large ensemble repertoire both during and after the school day. Students
must provide their own guitar. PRE: Guitar I and/or Instructor's approval
RC
MUSIC KEYBOARD I
7670 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7674 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course offers students the basics of keyboard music.
Students learn to read and play basic chords, note values,
and rhythms. Upon completion of Music Keyboard I,
students may take Advanced Music Keyboard II. Students must provide their own headphones and 1/4" adapter.
MUSIC KEYBOARD II
7710 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7714 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course is for advanced keyboard students. Through
a study of varied piano literature, this course seeks to develop
and strengthen the keyboard skills of the advanced
keyboardist. Students earning a B or better in Advanced
Music Keyboard may earn articulated college credit. Students must provide their own headphones and 1/4" adapter.
PRE: Music Keyboard I and Completion of Keyboard Book I and/or instructor's approval RC
BAND FRONT
7680 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7684 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course involves non-playing members of the marching
band unit. Students participate on various apparatuses
including flags, rifles, etc. These elements will
be determined by each individual director. PRE: Portfolio
evidence RC
STRING ORCHESTRA - PHS & RSHS Only
7690 1/2 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
7694 1 Credit Semester Grades 9-12
This course helps students develop musical understanding
and skills associated with the study of a string instrument
(violin, viola, cello, or bass). Experiences are performance based
and will include a range of solo, small ensemble,
and large ensemble repertoire for strings or full orchestra both
during and after the school day.
PRE: Musicianship levels I & II RC
MUSIC THEORY I
7724 1 Credit Semester Grades 11, 12
7723 1 Credit Full Year Grades 11, 12
This course offers musically talented students the opportunity
to develop their own musicianship through an understanding
of musical elements. Students review music
fundamentals and create their own music arrangements.
In order to take Music Theory I, a student must be able to
pass a rudimentary music test. Lab fee for workbook and
Finale CD-ROM ($25) PRE: Portfolio evidence
MUSIC THEORY II
7734 1 Credit Semester Grade 12
7733 1 Credit Full Year Grade 12
This course offers musically talented students the continued
opportunity to develop their musical skills with additional
training in writing composition, sight singing, and harmony arrangements.
Students earning a B or better in Music Theory
II may earn articulated college credit.Lab fee for workbook
and Finale CD-ROM ($25) PRE: Portfolio evidence,
Music Theory I
AP MUSIC THEORY
0724 2 Credits Semester Grades 11, 12
0723 2 Credits Full Year Grades 11, 12
This course enables talented vocal and instrumental students
to develop a functional knowledge and understanding
of the elements of music fundamentals through reading and
writing music. Students develop musicianship and musical
insight, and acquire an understanding of aesthetic and
technical considerations through performance of original
works alone and in ensemble. Students must take the AP
Music exam in May. Some support materials may be optional. (Approximately $87 for exam) PRE: Portfolio evidence
DUAL ENROLLMENT DIGITAL ARTS PROGRAM
FOUNDATION TO DIGITAL ARTS
Each Course = 1 Credit Semester Grade 12
Course numbers will vary and be assigned when the student is approved for dual enrollment.
This series of courses in Digital Arts can include a single or multi-course offering. It is intended for the final semester of the senior year. These courses provide an opportunity for students to work at the college level to reach a higher level of aesthetic and technical achievement in the digital arts. Participants may pursue Cecil College Art or VCP courses in the following areas: Photography, Filmmaking, Digital Imaging, Design & Presentation, Digital Illustration, Video Production or Web Design. These courses are offered at the Cecil College (CC) Visual Communications Department (North East Campus) utilizing professional studio and lab facilities.