Fine Arts: Instrumental Music
9255 PIANO Grade 9-12 1 credit
Students will be taught the necessary music fundamentals required to successfully play these instruments. Scales, music vocabulary, dynamics, technique, rhythmic skills and improvisation will be emphasized. All students will learn the beginning level technical and ensemble skills necessary for performance. Piano students will be required to furnish their own techbook and headphones. Some limited performance opportunities may be provided in these classes. These courses may be taken more than once for credit.
9245 GUITAR Grade 9-12 1 credit
Guitar I is a one-semester course for beginner guitarists, dedicated to providing a musically enriching experience for students who wish to keep music in their lives. Students will learn to play guitar by ear and from music notation, while studying various musical styles and introductory music theory.
05113 MUSIC THEORY & COMPOSITION Grade 10-12 1 credit
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of music theory and composition. Students will develop a strong understanding of musical notation, harmony, rhythm, and form, and apply these concepts through creative composition projects. Through analysis, listening, and practical application, students will gain the tools necessary to understand and create music in a variety of styles.
9234 BAND Grade 9 1 credit
The high school band program offers various courses to develop the student's musical skills. Students learn technical and ensemble skills through the study of related literature. Some after-school rehearsals and performances are required of all students as an integral part of this course. This course may be taken more than once for credit, specifically in the ninth grade. This course provides the foundation for students who wish to participate in the RCHS Marching Band, and graduate into the Concert and/or Symphonic Band.
05101C CONCERT BAND Grade 10-12 1 credit
The high school band program offers various courses to develop the student's musical skills. Students learn technical and ensemble skills through the study of related literature. Some after-school rehearsals and performances are required of all students as an integral part of these courses. This course may be taken more than once for credit.
05101S SYMPHONIC BAND Grade 10-12 1 credit
Symphonic Band is an advanced performance-based ensemble designed for highly motivated instrumental musicians. This course provides students with opportunities to refine their musical skills, expand their knowledge of concert band literature, and develop a deeper appreciation for the art of music. Through rigorous rehearsal and performance, students will enhance their technical proficiency, musical expression, and ensemble awareness.
05124I MUSIC TECHNOLOGY Grade 10-12 1 credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance; one high school music course, or permission of the instructor.
This course will offer students the opportunity to develop an understanding of music composition through the use of music notation software and hardware. Students will also develop skills that will assist them with creative and technical expression. A portfolio of compositions, arrangements, and recordings representing a variety of styles and compositional situations will be developed throughout the course.
05124II MUSIC TECHNOLOGY (ADVANCED) Grade 11-12 1 credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance; Music Technology or permission of the instructor.
The Advanced Music Technology course will build upon the knowledge and skills acquired in Music Technology and refine the student’s ability to arrange and compose original music and scores for film, using a variety of hardware and software tools. A final portfolio demonstrating the student’s music development throughout the semester will be required.
05148 WORK-BASED MUSIC INTERNSHIP Grade 12
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance and Internship Approval
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Fine Arts: Theater Arts
05056II ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATER PRODUCTION Grade 10-12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance
This course is designed to extend and deepen the knowledge developed in the Technical Theatre Productions course. Working alongside each mainstage production, students will hone their previously learned skills of design by leading in different production areas. A focus will be placed on industry-standard applications of design such as technical drawing, lighting plots and rigging, and sound mixing and design. Through collaboration with multiple departments, and community agencies (RACC), students will develop and utilize their leadership and communication skills through the different roles in the theatre. They will have opportunities to lead, design and manage different productions not only in the theatre department, but also in collaboration with the other performing arts concentrations and ceremonies within the school. The course will follow Project Based Learning and Inquiry-Based Learning guidelines. Each student will be assessed through their leadership roles, collaborative projects, and self-evaluations.
05061 DIRECTING FOR THE STAGE & SCREEN Grade 12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance; Theatre Arts 3
The student learns how to create a vision for a production and how to communicate that vision with the actors and the design teams who bring it to the stage or screen. The student selects plays and analyzes and edits the script. The student learns to develop calendars, scene designs, ground plans, storyboards, and shooting techniques. The student will learn the technical vocabulary, direct for various theatrical stages, as well as for the camera, and develop techniques for optimal uses of performance space. The student studies differing types of theatre and the techniques and styles of important screen and stage directors.
1446 FILM STUDIES Grade 10-12 1 Credit
This course seeks to encourage an enjoyment and deeper understanding of different types of film (narrative cinema, documentary, and abstract film) through a critical understanding of how films work artistically, technically, and socially. Through film theory and film production, students will apply a range of critical approaches as well as receiving instruction in video and film production.
05052 THEATER ARTS I Grade 9-12 1 Credit
In this course, students survey the theatre arts. They will have opportunities to experience and appreciate dramatic literature and to participate in the creative processes of performance and production with emphasis in skill development and theatrical opportunities. Students will be encouraged to determine and investigate personal areas of interest in theatre arts.
05059 THEATER ARTS II Grade 10-12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Theater Arts 1
Students have Advanced opportunities for reinforcement, refinement and expansion of the acting skills learned in Theatre 1.
05058 THEATER ARTS III Grade 11-12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance
Students explore advanced acting techniques, and extensively examine and analyze dramatic literature and theatre of the 20th century. Students will also be introduced to scenic design, costume design, script analysis and performance as it applies to the directorial processes and investigate basic directing techniques.
05056 TECHNICAL THEATER PRODUCTION Grade 10-12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance
Students study the design, scenery, lighting, makeup, sound, costumes, and public relations necessary to ensure successful theatre productions. This course may be taken more than once for credit.
05098 WORK-BASED THEATER INTERNSHIP Grade 12
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance and Internship Approval
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Fine Arts: Visual Arts
9120 ART FUNDAMENTALS Grade 9-12 1 Credit
This introductory course explores fundamental techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, and design. Students will develop their observational skills and creativity while experimenting with different media and artistic styles.
05156 DUAL ENROLLMENT ART HISTORY Grade 11-12 1 Credit
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9130 ART II (INTERMEDIATE) Grade 10-12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Art Fundamentals or Art Teacher Recommendation
Building on Art I, this course deepens students’ technical skills and introduces more advanced concepts in composition, color theory, and mixed media. Emphasis is placed on creative problem-solving and personal artistic expression.
9140 ART III (ADVANCED) Grade 10-12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance
Designed for students with a strong foundation in visual arts, this course focuses on portfolio development, advanced techniques, and critical analysis. Students will refine their skills in various media while exploring personal themes in their artwork. A portfolio will be required at the end of the course. Students will be expected to participate in art displays and competitions.
5165 CRAFT DESIGN Grade 9-12 1 Credit
Craft Design introduces students to the fundamentals of three-dimensional art through a variety of traditional and contemporary craft techniques. Students will explore materials such as clay, fiber, metal, glass, and mixed media to create functional and decorative artworks. Emphasis is placed on the principles of design, craftsmanship, and creative problem-solving. Through hands-on projects, students will develop skills in sculpting, weaving, printmaking, and other craft-based art forms while gaining an appreciation for cultural and historical influences in craft design. This course encourages artistic expression, innovation, and the development of fine motor skills in a studio-based setting.
05154IV STUDIO ART ADVANCED Grade 11-12 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance
This capstone course allows students to create a cohesive body of work demonstrating mastery of technique, composition, and conceptual development. Students will prepare portfolios for college admissions or professional presentations. The objectives of this course are geared toward students who are considering a career in the visual arts field.
## WORK-BASED ART INTERNSHIP Grade 12
Prerequisite: Fine Arts Academy Acceptance and Internship Approval
Course Description Coming Soon