Electives

Electives are an integral part of the curriculum and allow students to enhance the core subject studies with enrichment activities. Electives for the students have been chosen to provide a well-rounded selection designed to introduce students to the arts and technology.

Art
Course Title: M/J 2-D Studio Art I, II, III

Course Length: 1 year

Major Concepts/Content:  The purpose of this course is to enable students to communicate ideas and concepts through two-dimensional media using basic knowledge of drawing, painting, and printmaking techniques. Composition and artistic expression should be emphasized.

Course Title: M/J Chorus I, II, III (offered at select CSA schools)

Course Length: 1 year

Major Concepts/Content: The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunities to develop skills in vocal production, to participate in music ensemble, and to develop musicianship skills including reading.

Course Title: M/J Band I, II, III  

Course Length: 1 year

Major Concepts/Content: The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunities to develop performance skills on a band instrument, to participate in a musical ensemble, and to develop musicianship skills including reading. The content should include, but not be limited to, instrumental performance techniques, interpretation of musical notation, and understanding of music fundamentals. Instruments must be rented or purchased by the student, for this course.

Course Title: M/J Physical Fitness Grades 6, 7, 8

Course Length: Semester

Major Concepts/Content: 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.

Special Note: Required all three years.

Dance

Course Title: M/J Dance I, II, III (offered at select CSA schools)

Course Length: Year

Major Concepts/Content: The purpose of this course is for students to develop dance technique and movement vocabulary in two or more dance forms. In the process, dancers demonstrate use of class and performance etiquette, analytical and problem-solving skills, and studio practices in a safe dance environment.

Theatre

Course Title: M/J Theatre I, II, III (offered at select CSA schools)

Course Length: Year

Major Concepts/Content: The purpose of this course is for students to learn the basics of building a character through such activities as pantomime, improvisation, and effective speaking using articulation, projection, and breathing. Students also learn the importance of technical theatre and explore the use of such elements as costumes, props, and scenery. Students practice writing for the theatre and explore various theatre roles and functions.