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| COURSE TITLE (591) | VHS Learning (Sem. 1) |
| LEVEL | see individual course(s) |
| GRADE(S) | 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 2.5 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| Students participate in group discussion, engage in group projects, complete papers, and communicate with their teachers and peers located around the world via the internet. An additional fee, aside from the standard VHS fee, applies when selecting lab science, Advanced Placement or some other courses. Parents and students can send questions to Mrs. Andrews at nandrews@unioncatholic.org. A non-refundable fee charged at the August Book Sale applies to all virtual high school courses. Course Offering(s): Follow the link to view the course description. Art History Level: Honors https://my.vhslearning.org/PublicCourseDescription.aspx?c=58 Digital Photography Level: Regular https://my.vhslearning.org/PublicCourseDescription.aspx?s=geniuscatalog&c=1305 |
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| PREREQUISITE | Good time management skills and a good academic record. |
| COURSE TITLE (592) | VHS Learning (Sem. 2) |
| LEVEL | see individual course(s) |
| GRADE(S) | 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 2.5 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| Students participate in group discussion, engage in group projects, complete papers, and communicate with their teachers and peers located around the world via the internet. An additional fee, aside from the standard VHS fee, applies when selecting lab science, Advanced Placement or some other courses. Parents and students can send questions to Mrs. Andrews at nandrews@unioncatholic.org. A non-refundable fee charged at the August Book Sale applies to all virtual high school courses. Course Offering(s): Follow the link to view the course description. Art History Level: Honors https://my.vhslearning.org/PublicCourseDescription.aspx?c=58 Digital Photography Level: Regular https://my.vhslearning.org/PublicCourseDescription.aspx?s=geniuscatalog&c=1305 |
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| PREREQUISITE | Good time management skills and a good academic record. |
| COURSE TITLE (900) | Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 1) |
| LEVEL | Regular |
| GRADE(S) | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 2.5 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| This is a one semester introductory art elective. The focus is on studying the elements (line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space) and principles (balance, movement, rhythm, contrast, emphasis, pattern, and unity). Students will learn how to use these fundamental design concepts to express their own unique perspective. Studio opportunities will allow students to become increasingly fluent in this universal visual language. Students will publish artwork to an online art gallery, Artsonia, and learn to prepare and exhibit artwork in our spring art show. | |
| PREREQUISITE | None |
| COURSE TITLE (901) | Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 2) |
| LEVEL | Regular |
| GRADE(S) | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 2.5 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| This is a one semester introductory art elective, which will give students a complete understanding of color theory and drawing. Students will learn how to use these fundamental design concepts to express their own unique perspective. Studio opportunities will allow students to become increasingly fluent in this universal visual language. Students will publish artwork to an online art gallery, Artsonia, and learn to prepare and exhibit artwork in our spring art show. | |
| PREREQUISITE | None. Note: This course may be taken before taking Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 1). |
| COURSE TITLE (902) | Visual Arts (Sem. 1) |
| LEVEL | Regular |
| GRADE(S) | 10, 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 2.5 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| In this one semester art elective, students will experiment with a variety of two-dimensional media such as drawing, paint, print, oil pastel, and mixed media. Three-dimensional media may also be explored. Students will apply and expand on the basic skills learned in Intro to Visual Art (Sem. 1) and (Sem. 2), communicating new ideas and concepts through effective use of design elements and principles. Students will learn how to solve creative problems, while developing a greater appreciation of the visual arts. Students will publish artwork to an online art gallery, Artsonia, and prepare and exhibit artwork at our spring art show. | |
| PREREQUISITE | Successful completion of Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 1) AND Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 2). |
| COURSE TITLE (903) | Visual Arts (Sem. 2) |
| LEVEL | Regular |
| GRADE(S) | 10, 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 2.5 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| In this one semester art elective, students will experiment with a variety of two-dimensional media such as drawing, paint, print, oil pastel, and mixed media. Three-dimensional media may also be explored. Students will apply and expand on the basic skills learned in Intro to Visual Art (Sem. 1) and (Sem. 2), communicating new ideas and concepts through effective use of design elements and principles. Students will learn how to solve creative problems, while developing a greater appreciation of the visual arts. Students will publish artwork to an online art gallery, Artsonia, and prepare and exhibit artwork at our spring art show. Those students who meet eligibility requirements may opt for Union Catholic's dual-enrollment program, which will lead to college credits for the course completed at UC. Registration information will be provided. | |
| PREREQUISITE | Successful completion of Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 1) AND Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 2). Note: Visual Arts (Sem. 1) is NOT a prerequisite. |
| COURSE TITLE (913) | Graphic Design H |
| LEVEL | Honors |
| GRADE(S) | 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 5.0 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| In this full year elective students will learn to apply basic design principles to solve graphic design problems. Using industry standard software and related programs, students develop the ability and confidence to determine appropriate and successful designs. Primary focus will be on print media such as brochures, packaging, promotional materials, logo creation, and corporate identity materials. Those students who meet eligibility requirements may opt for Union Catholic's dual-enrollment program, which will lead to college credits for the course completed at UC. Registration information will be provided. | |
| PREREQUISITE | Successful completion, with B average or better, of Intro to Visual Arts (Sem. 1 and Sem. 2) AND one semester of Visual Arts I. |
| COURSE TITLE (915) | Studio Art H |
| LEVEL | Honors |
| GRADE(S) | 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 5.0 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| This elective is designed for advanced art students who are self-motivated and seeking to push the boundaries of their creativity. The purpose of this course is to give serious art students the opportunity to independently prepare and arrange pieces of finished artwork with focus on quality, in-depth exploration of a theme, and/or approach. The course will require students to play a large role in setting the educational goals necessary for their continued growth in the visual arts field. Student and teacher will work closely on reviewing these individual goals and collaborating on an action plan. Those students who meet eligibility requirements may opt for Union Catholic's dual-enrollment program, which will lead to college credits for the course completed at UC. Registration information will be provided. | |
| PREREQUISITE | Successful completion, with B average or better, of Introduction to Visual Arts (Sem. 1 and Sem. 2) and Visual Arts 1 (Sem. 1 and Sem. 2) OR Approval from Learning Area Administrator, Dr. Piasecki. |
| COURSE TITLE (920) | AP Art History |
| LEVEL | Advanced Placement |
| GRADE(S) | 11, 12 |
| CREDITS | 5.0 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION | |
| This AP course in Art History is designed to give students a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within diverse historical and cultural contexts. Major forms of artistic expression from the past and the present are examined and students will learn to look at art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, and to analyze what they see. Students will become increasingly skillful in research and writing on a number of art history topics, as they grow to appreciate the development of trends, movements, and events in art and understand how they reflected and affected the time in which they occurred. This course is intended to provide the same benefits to high school students as those provided by an introductory college course in art history. Information regarding earning 3 college credits for this course will be provided in September. NOTE: This AP course has a required summer assignment. Students are expected to complete their summer assignment before the course begins and submit their work on the first full day of school in September. All students must take the Advanced Placement Test at the end of the course. A non-refundable fee of approximately $75 will be charged at the book sale for this exam. | |
| PREREQUISITE | Students must have a grade of B+ or A in Honors level Humanities (English and Social Studies) courses and the approval of the Learning Area Administrator, Dr. Piasecki. |
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