Fine Arts Department
Fine Arts Staff
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Department Chair
Art 1,2,3 and IB Art |
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Theatre |
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Art |
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Band, Guitar, Music Theory |
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Chorus |
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Photo 1 and 2, Media 3-d Focus,
Portfolio Prep(Photo) |
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Orchestra |
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Piano |
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Computer Graphics
1 and 2 |
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Course Descriptions
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: none
Art I is the foundation level course for the high school
art program. Students explore a wide range of art media and
skills including drawing, painting, printmaking, and 3-D media.
They study art history, aesthetics, and criticism form a multicultural
perspective. Students assemble a portfolio. This course is
the prerequisite for all future studio art courses in high
school.
Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Art 1
Students extend and refine skills and knowledge of art production,
visual literacy, and art history developed in Art I. New skills
and media are introduced. Students study art history, aesthetics,
and criticism from a chronological perspective. They continue
to build portfolios that exhibit expanded knowledge and skills.
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Art 2
Students engage in advanced study of art production and communication,
art history, aesthetics, and art criticism. Students establish
goals, develop individual styles, become familiar with art
schools and careers, and develop the work habits of the professional
artist. Students select additions for portfolios based
on technical quality, personal style, intended purpose, and
evidence of growth over time
Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Art 1 or sophomore standing with permission
of the instructor
Students art skills are enhanced by the use of the computer
as a tool to create original art of personal expression. Emphasis
will be placed on creative thinking, visual problem solving,
and the use of elements and principle of design. Units
of instruction will focus on the experimentation and use of
computers, scanners, and digital cameras. Software applications
include Adobe Photoshop (digital imaging and manipulation),
Adobe Illustrator (illustration and design), Adobe PageMaker
(desktop publishing) and Microsoft PowerPoint (multimedia
presentation). Based upon computer graphics lab capabilities,
additional software may include Adobe Golive (web page design
and development), Flash (animation), and Bryce (3-D animation
and landscape design). Ethical issues concerning computer
generated imagery are addressed. No prior computer knowledge
is required.
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Computer Graphics 1
Students expand their knowledge in the application of hardware
and software to create original art of personal expression.
More complex and visual problems will be introduced within
the areas of web-page design and development, multimedia presentations,
and animation software. In depth study of these processes
aid in understanding how their integration leads to the production
of industry standard products. Additional sophisticated software
may be included. Career and college opportunities or
explored in depth. Special topics in the history of computer
graphics, ethics, aesthetics, and criticism are researched
and discussed. A final portfolio is required for evaluation.
Grade: 12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Computer Graphics 2
Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Art 1 or sophomore standing
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Photography 1
Grade: 12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Photography 2
Grade: 12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Art 3
Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Art 1 or sophomore standing
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Media Focus 3-D 1
Grade: 12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Media Focus 3-D 2
Music
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: none
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Beginning band or successful audition
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Successful audition
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Successful audition
Drama
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(in alignment with the IB Theater program)
All students deserve an opportunity to grow through exploration and experimentation in the theater.
The aims of the Edison Theatre Arts program are to help students understand the nature of the theatre; to understand it by making it as well as by studying it; to understand it not only with their minds but with their senses, their bodies and their emotions; to understand the forms it takes in cultures other than their own; and through this understanding better to understand themselves, their society and their world.
Through exploration and engagement in the theater, students will discover the value and impact of the arts in society and culture. The goal is create lifelong learners, performers, and patrons of the arts.
Theatre Arts Course Descriptions
Grades: 9-12 Credit: one
Theatre Arts 1 provides students with a survey of the theatre arts, allowing students opportunities to experience and appreciate dramatic literature, and participate in the creative processes of performance and production. The course emphasizes skill development and provides theatrical opportunities that enable students to determine personal areas of interest. Participation in co-curricular theatre productions may be arranged.
This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
Grades: 10-12 Credit: one
Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 1 and/or recommendation of the theatre arts instructor.
Theatre Arts 2 integrates and builds upon concepts and skills from Theatre Arts 1. Through various modes of expression and performance, students investigate dramatic literature, theatrical styles, and historical periods. Students will study and respond to a variety of theatre experiences which will refine their communicative, collaborative, analytical, interpretive, and problem solving skills. Students will expand their artistic abilities and appreciation of the theatrical arts. Participation in co-curricular theatre productions may be arranged.
This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
Standard Level year 1
Grades: 11 Credit: one (weighted +.5)
Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 1 and 2 strongly recommended or by
permission of instructor
Students engage in an in depth study of the nature, theories, and processes of
theatre and theatrical production through both practical and theoretical
applications of the art form. Concurrently, students involve their senses, bodies
and emotions to understand the forms theatre takes in cultures other than their
own. Students will develop a portfolio including a journal and visual materials
that catalog the development of the student's performance skills and production
contributions. Summer assignment may be required. Students are required to
take the standard level exam at the end of year 2.
Higher level year 2
Grades: 11-12 Credit: one (weighted +.5)
Prerequisite: IB Theatre Arts II year one
Students expand upon an in depth study of the nature, theories and processes of
theatre and theatrical production through both practical and theoretical
applications of the art form. Concurrently, students involve their senses, bodies
and emotions to understand the forms theatre takes in cultures other than their
own. Students complete a critical evaluation of an external production that
becomes part of their 3000 word portfolio. Students develop a high degree of
aptitude in acting, directing, playwriting, or design. Summer assignment may be
required. Students are required to take the standard level exam at the end of this
course.
Higher Level year 1
Grades: 11 Credit: one (weighted +.5)
Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 1 and 2 strongly recommended or by
permission of instructor
Students engage in an in depth study of the nature, theories, and processes of
theatre and theatrical production through both practical and theoretical
applications of the art form. Concurrently, students involve their senses, bodies
and emotions to understand the forms theatre takes in cultures other than their
own. Students will develop a portfolio including a journal and visual materials
that catalog the development of the student's performance skills and production
contributions. Students develop a high degree of aptitude in acting, directing,
playwriting, or design. Summer assignment may be required. Students are
required to take the higher level exam at the end of year 2.
Standard Level year 2
Grades: 12 Credit: one (weighted +.5)
Prerequisite: IB Theatre Arts I year one
Students expand upon an in depth study of the nature, theories and processes of
theatre and theatrical production through both practical and theoretical
applications of the art form. Concurrently, students involve their senses, bodies
and emotions to understand the forms theatre takes in cultures other than their
own. Students complete a critical evaluation of an external production plus an
Individual Study consisting of a self designed project that becomes part of their
4500 word portfolio. Students develop a high degree of aptitude in acting,
directing, playwriting, or design. Summer assignment may be required.
Students are required to take the higher level exam at the end of this course.
Grades: 9-12 Credit: one- half or one
This course involves the study of classic and award-winning films. Students
critique both the artistic and technical merits of the films. They study the
development of theme, plot, characterization, and setting in each production.
They learn the vocabulary associated with filming and use this vocabulary when
discussing or writing about films. This course will fulfill the graduation
requirement for a credit in fine and practical arts.
Orchestra
Thomas Edison High School has the proud distinction of housing two string orchestras, the Concert Orchestra and the Chamber Orchestra. Both groups have an exciting schedule of concert performances this year, both at Thomas Edison HS and in public venues. Last year the Chamber Orchestra earned the highest possible ratings at the District X Orchestra Festival, receiving a "Superior" rating from every judge. This achievement, along with the festival performances of the Edison Band and Choir, earned Thomas Edison the "Blue Ribbon School" award from the Virginia Music Educators Association. The orchestras at Thomas Edison are looking forward to seeing you at their next concert!
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