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VAPA
 
Visual Arts courses are designed to offer students the opportunity to explore the general field of visual arts. Courses may be taken to meet the VAPA requirements. Students may advance into individual production courses following a variety of paths.
 

Course List

  • Art I, II, III, IV, IV Honors
  • Ceramics I, II, III, IV
  • AP Studio Art 2D
  • AP Studio Art 3D
  • Dance I, II, III, IV
  • Concert Choir
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Music Appreciation
  • String Orchestra
  • Symphonic Band
  • Theatre I, II, III, IV
  • Technical Theater
Staff List

Staff List

 Joshua Ansley  jansley@rocklinusd.org  Theater I, II, III, IV, Tech Theater 
Mallory Ansley  mansley@rocklinusd.org Theater Dance I/II, Dance II
Lindsey Atlas latlas@rocklinusd.org Ceramics I, Ceramics II/III/IV
Michelle Jamieson mjamieson@rocklinusd.org Marching Band, Choir, Music Appreciation, String Orchestra, Jazz Band, Concert Band Symphonic
Deborah Lane dlane@rocklinusd.org Art I/II/III, IV H
 
 
Scope and Sequence

Scope and Sequence

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS
VAPA
 
ART

ART I
Grade Level:  9-12
Prerequisite:  None
Monetary donation: $40 
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA (Visual & Performing Arts)
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This year-long course offers students an introduction and foundation for basic art concepts with an emphasis on drawing and painting. Students will experience a wide variety of media such as tempera, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, pencil, paper mache’, printmaking and sculpture. Concepts such as color theory, drawing and shading techniques, linear perspective, human facial proportions, art history and the elements, and the principles of design are explored.

ART II 
Grade Level:  10-12
Prerequisite:  Art I
Monetary donation: $55
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA OR WHS Technology 
UC/CSU Approved “F”

This year long course offers further exploration of fine art concepts and techniques with an emphasis placed on the ability to critique art both verbally, and in written form. Students work in a variety of media such as Prismacolor, pen & ink, scratchboard, printmaking, watercolor, sculpture materials, tempera and acrylic. Concepts such as the proportions of the human body, abstract art, and art history are studied.  Portfolio development is emphasized.


ART III
Grade Level:  11-12
Prerequisite:  Art II and teacher approval
Monetary donation: $60
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA OR WHS Technology
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This year long course is designed for the more disciplined art student. The course focuses on further exploration of the principals and elements of design. An increasingly advanced application of technical skill is expected. Regularly scheduled group critiques and individual style and portfolio development are emphasized throughout the year. All students are encouraged to explore arts related college and career options. This class provides an excellent opportunity to begin compiling work for the “Breadth” portion of an AP Portfolio. Those interested in taking AP Art should see the teacher in the spring for summer assignments.



ART IV
Grade Level:  11-12 
Prerequisite:  Art I, II and III or portfolio of work demonstrating similar proficiency and teacher approval
Monetary donation:  $60
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA OR WHS Technology
UC/CSU Approved “F”
Art IV is designed for the focused and disciplined art student. The year long class provides the opportunity to build a portfolio that includes approximately 15-20 exemplary pieces of art in drawing, painting, color theory, and/or design. A more sophisticated understanding of the  principals and elements of design is developed, and an increasingly advanced application of technical skill is expected. Regularly scheduled group critiques and individual style and portfolio development are emphasized throughout the year. All students are encouraged to explore arts related college and career options. It is suggested that students take a variety of arts courses (Art I, II, Ceramics, Photography I, II or a summer college course) to prepare for this course.  Please consult the VAPA link on the WHS website for specific information regarding summer assignments. 

ART IV HONORS

Grade Level:  12
Prerequisite: Art I-III or Teacher Approval
Monetary donation: $60
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA OR WHS Technology
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This year long course is designed for the serious and disciplined art student. The class is designed to provide the opportunity to earn an honors distinction upon graduation.  Honors Art students  produce a body of portfolio quality work. Students are challenged to develop a  deeper understanding of the principals and elements of design, and an increasingly advanced application of technical skill is expected. Regularly scheduled group critiques and individual style and portfolio development are emphasized throughout the year. Throughout the year, students are encouraged to explore arts related college and career options. In addition to studio work, sketchbook development is required, as are reading and writing on the subjects of Art and Art History. 

BEGINNING SCULPTURE -CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE I
Grade Level:  9-12 
Prerequisite:  None
Monetary donation:  $40
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA 
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This year long course offers an introduction to ceramic clay as a visual arts medium. Students will develop skills using a variety of construction methods such as pinch, coil, and slab and learn an array of surface treatments. Instruction covers the Elements and Principles of Design as well as an exploration of art history and sculpture in media other than ceramic. 

INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE -CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE II
Grade Level:  10–12
Prerequisite:  Ceramics I
Monetary donation: $40
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA OR WHS Technology
UC/CSU Approved “F”

Ceramics and Sculpture II is a year long course offering further exploration of fine art concepts and techniques with an emphasis placed on the ability to critique art both verbally, and in written form. Instruction also includes basic drawing skills, slip casting, and art history.   Portfolio development is emphasized.


ADVANCED SCULPTURE-CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE III
Grade Level:  10–12
Prerequisite:  Ceramics II and teacher approval
Monetary donation:  $60
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA OR WHS Technology
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This year long course is designed for the serious and disciplined art student.  A more sophisticated understanding of the principals and elements of design is developed, and an increasingly advanced application of technical skills is expected.  Regularly scheduled group critiques, further development of drawing skills, and individual style and portfolio development are emphasized throughout the year. Students are encouraged to explore arts related college and career options. 




ADVANCED SCULPTURE-CERAMICS AND SCULPTURE IV
Grade Level:  11–12
Prerequisite:  Ceramics I, II, III or portfolio of work demonstrating similar proficiency and teacher approval.
Monetary donation:  $60
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA OR WHS Technology
UC/CSU Pending Approval 
Ceramics/Sculpture IV is designed for the focused and disciplined art student.  This year long class provides the opportunity for students to continue their development and understanding of the principals and elements of design at a sophisticated level.  An increasingly advanced application of technical skill is expected.  Regularly scheduled group critiques and individual style and portfolio development are emphasized throughout the year.  All students are encouraged to explore arts related college and career options.  It is suggested that students take a variety of arts courses (Art I, II, Ceramics, Photography I, II, or a summer college course).

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART - 2D DESIGN PORTFOLIO

Grade Level:  11-12
Prerequisites: Art I, II, and III.  Students must have completed a portfolio of work meeting the AP 2D Design Portfolio Criteria for the entire “Breadth Section” and half of the “Quality Section” as detailed at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com 
Project ownership requires monetary contribution.  TBA
Monetary donation: $60  
College Board testing fee ($TBA)
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA (Visual & Performing Arts)
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This year long course is designed for the serious and disciplined art student. The class is designed to provide the opportunity to earn college credit or advanced placement while still in high school.  AP Studio Art is not assessed by a written examination; instead, students must submit a portfolio for evaluation by the AP College Board at the end of the course. The portfolio includes approximately 25 exemplary works of art in specific categories such as drawing and painting, color/design (Breadth), and a body of work centered on a common theme (Depth). A deeper understanding of the principals and elements of design is developed and an increasingly advanced application of technical skill is expected. Regularly scheduled group critiques and individual style and portfolio development are emphasized throughout the year. Students are encouraged to explore arts related college and career options. It is suggested that students take a variety of arts courses (Art/Design I, II, Computer Art, Ceramics, Photography I, II or a summer college course) to prepare for this course. Students take the AP exam at the end of this course.  Students who pass the test may receive college credit, advanced placement or both depending on the institution’s policies.  Please consult the VAPA link on the WHS website for specific information regarding summer assignments. 

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART - 3D DESIGN PORTFOLIO

Grade Level:  11-12
Prerequisite:  Ceramics & Sculpture I, II, and III. Students must also have completed a portfolio of work meeting the AP 3D Design Portfolio Criteria for the entire “Breadth Section” and half of the “Quality Section” as detailed at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com 
Monetary donation:  $60
College Board testing fee ($TBA)
Requirements Met:
WHS  VAPA (Visual & Performing Arts)
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This program provides students the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school.  AP Studio Art is not based on a written examination; instead, students submit a portfolio for evaluation by the College Board towards the end of the course. This portfolio includes approximately 25 exemplary works of art in specific categories including: Quality, Breadth and Concentration, a body of work describing an in-depth exploration of a particular design concern.  It is suggested that students take a variety of arts courses (Ceramics and Sculpture I, II, III, Design I, II, Computer Art, Photography I, II, or a summer college course) to prepare for this course.  (See instructor for summer work.)  Students take the AP exam at the end of this course.  Students who pass the test may receive college credit, advanced placement, or both depending on the institution’s policies.


DANCE

DANCE I (Listed as Theater Dance I on transcript)
Grade Level:  9-12
Prerequisite:  None 
Students must provide their own dance clothing and shoes.  Course may be repeated for credit with teacher approval. 
Monetary donation for Dance Show: $20
Requirements Met:
WHS VAPA OR WHS PE Elective
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This is a performance-based class designed to introduce beginning dance students to dance.  The styles and techniques studied include jazz, ballet, musical theatre, hip hop, modern, lyrical, cultural dance forms, and choreography.  Students will study dance technique as well as history and theory.  Students will be required to perform in the annual WHS Dance 1 Show in April. Costumes will be required for dance performances (Please see instructor for more information or modifications).

DANCE II (Listed as Theater Dance II on transcript)
Grade Level:  9-12
Prerequisite:  Audition only or teacher approval.
Students must provide their own dance clothing and shoes.  Course may be repeated for credit. 
Monetary donation for Dance Show: $20
Requirements Met:
WHS VAPA OR WHS PE Elective
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This is a performance-based class designed for intermediate dancers to strengthen and further skills developed in Dance I.  The styles and techniques studied include jazz, ballet, musical theatre, hip hop, modern, lyrical, cultural dance forms, and choreography.  Students will study dance techniques as well as history and theory.  Students will be required to perform in the annual WHS Advanced Dance Show in May. Costumes will be required for dance performances (Please see instructor for more information or modifications).

DANCE II Advanced (Listed as Theater Dance II on transcript)
Grade Level:  9-12
Prerequisite:  Audition only or teacher approval.
Students must provide their own dance clothing and shoes.  Course may be repeated for credit. 
Monetary donation for Dance Show: $20
Requirements Met:
WHS VAPA OR WHS PE Elective
UC/CSU Pending
This is a performance-based class designed for intermediate dancers to strengthen and further skills developed in Dance I/Dance II.  The styles and techniques studied include jazz, ballet, musical theatre,  hip hop, modern, lyrical, cultural dance forms, and choreography.  Students will study dance techniques as well as history and theory.  Students will be required to perform in the annual WHS Advanced Dance Show in May. Costumes will be required for dance performances (Please see instructor for more information or modifications).

DANCE II HIP HOP (Listed as Theater Dance II Hip Hop on transcript)
Grade Level:  9-12
Prerequisite:  Audition only or teacher approval.
Students must provide their own dance clothing and shoes.  Course may be repeated for credit. 
Monetary donation for Dance Show: $20
Requirements Met:
WHS VAPA OR WHS PE Elective
UC/CSU Pending “F”
This performance-based class is designed for intermediate-advanced dancers to strengthen and further their skills in hip hop. Students study various styles of hip hop year-round. Students will study dance technique as well as history and theory.  Students will be required to perform in the annual WHS Advanced Dance Show in May.  Costumes will be required for dance performances (Please see instructor for more information or modifications).


DANCE III (Listed as Theater Dance III on transcript)
Grade Level:  9-12
Prerequisite:  Audition only or teacher approval
Students must provide their own dance clothing and shoes.  Course may be repeated for credit.
Monetary donation for Dance Show: $20
Requirements Met:
WHS VAPA OR WHS PE Elective
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This is a performance-based class designed for advanced dancers to provide a more intense study of dance.  Students in Dance III will be required to develop and stage student choreography.  The styles and techniques studied include jazz, ballet, musical theatre, hip hop, modern, lyrical, cultural dance forms, and choreography.  Students will study dance technique as well as history and theory.  Students will be required to perform in the annual WHS Advanced Dance Show in May. Costumes will be required for dance performances (Please see instructor for more information or modifications).

DANCE IV ( Listed as Theater Dance IV on transcript)
Grade Level:  9-12
Prerequisite:  Audition only or teacher approval
Students must provide their own dance clothing and shoes.  Course may be repeated for credit.
Monetary donation for Dance Shows: $20
Requirements Met:
WHS VAPA OR WHS PE Elective
UC/CSU Approved “F”
This is a performance-based class designed for the most advanced dancers working towards a career in the dance industry.  Greater emphasis will be placed on student choreography and teaching techniques.   The styles and techniques studied include jazz, ballet, musical theatre, hip hop, modern, lyrical, cultural dance forms, and choreography.  Students will study dance technique as well as history and theory.  Students will be required to perform in the annual Rocklin Unified Dance Show in December, as well as the WHS Advanced Dance Show in May. Costumes will be required for dance performances (Please see instructor for more information or modifications).