Fine Arts

All 6th grade students will select 1 fine arts course.

Art 6 (Semester) ELE100

Introduction to Art is a study of elements of art and the principles of design. Students in Introduction to Art will apply the vocabulary of art, experience a variety of studio applications, study artists and art periods and create original works of art. An art supply list provided by the teacher will cost no more than $15. Prerequisite: None

Art I 7/8 (semester) ELE101

Art I is offered to 7th and 8th graders and is a semester long course. The 7 elements of art (line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space) guide both the learning and art projects. Blending creativity, skill, research, and problem solving, students will explore a range of media and styles. The coursework has specific guidelines and objectives, but remains open-ended enough to allow for individuality and imagination. Student projects may include, but are not limited to: drawing in a variety of media, origami, printmaking, paper sculpture, plaster sculpture, painting in a variety of media, mixed media, collage, textiles, and ceramics. An art supply list provided by the teacher will cost no more than $15. Prerequisite: None

Art II 8 (semester) ELE102

Art II is offered to 8th graders who have completed Art I. This semester-long course continues the exploration of the 7 elements of art (line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space) guide both the learning and art projects. Blending creativity, skill, research, and problem solving, students will explore a range of media and styles. The coursework has specific guidelines and objectives, but remains open-ended enough to allow for individuality and imagination. Student projects may include, but are not limited to: drawing in a variety of media, origami, printmaking, paper sculpture, plaster sculpture, painting in a variety of media, mixed media, collage, textiles, and ceramics. An art supply list provided by the teacher will cost no more than $15. Prerequisite: Art 6 or Art I 7/8

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Art II 8 (year-long) ELE104

Art II Full Year is an advanced year-long course offered to 8th grade students with a prerequisite of an art course being completed in either 6th or 7th grade. Additionally, students are required to submit an application and may be required to submit a portfolio of previous work. Students taking this course should have developed a strong understanding of the elements and principles. They will independently study, depict, and interpret the 7 elements of art while refining skills, developing a personal style, and building on past art experiences. Art II is specifically designed for the creative and ambitious student who is able to portray individuality and imagination into each project. Student projects are more rigorous and extend over a longer period of time. These advanced projects may include, but are not limited to: drawing in a variety of media, origami, paper- mache ’ , printmaking, paper sculpture, plaster sculpture, painting in a variety of media, mixed media, collage, textiles, creative manipulation of ordinary materials, and ceramics. An art supply list provided by the teacher will cost no more than $15. Prerequisite: Art 6 or Art I 7/8. Portfolio and application required. Students will be placed into the course once either the questionnaire and/or application is completed and the teacher submits names to the counseling staff.

Band 6 (year-long) ELE700

Beginning Band is designed as a homogeneous performance-based course, students learn fundamental instrumental techniques and music reading skills on brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments. Through learning music, students are provided opportunities to: (1) perform in large and small group ensembles; (2) interact with other students and develop teamwork skills; (3) develop and increase personal and academic discipline; and (4) develop a positive self-image. Instrument rental is required; students will receive a list of supplies and book needed. Before or after school rehearsal will be required at various times during the school year. This course includes a minimal activity fee. Prerequisite: None

Band 7/8 (year-long) ELE702

The following are requirements for any Band 7/8 class: ● Instrument purchase or rental and additional fees required ● UIL and District Acknowledgements ● UIL Academic Requirements for competition ● Before/after school rehearsal will be expected at various times throughout the school year. ● Band members will perform at selected school events and various concerts and contests. Auditions will determine placement in one of the performing ensembles (Concert I, Concert II, Symphonic Winds, or Percussion). This course includes a minimal activity fee. Prerequisite: Completing a year of Beginning Band in 6th Grade is preferred. Students moving into Prosper ISD after 6th grade or wanting to start band in 7th or 8th grade may do so. Please contact a band director for instrument selection and class placement.

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Choir 6 (year-long) ELE500

Beginning Choir is designed as a performance-based course in which students learn vocal technique, music reading skills, and choral literature. Choir offers students the opportunity to (1) grow as musicians through the development of their singing voices; (2) participate in concerts as members of large and small ensembles; (3) grow leadership and teamwork skills through interaction with others; and (4) develop and increase discipline and self-image. Students will receive a list of supplies needed. Before or after school rehearsal will be expected at various times during the school year. This course includes an activity fee. Prerequisite: None

Choir 7/8 (year-long) GIRLS ELE501/BOYS ELE502

The following are requirements for any Choir 7/8 class: ● Additional fees ● UIL and District Acknowledgements ● UIL Academic Requirements for competition ● Before/after school rehearsal will be expected at various times throughout the school year. ● Choir members will perform at selected school events and various concerts and contests. Prerequisite: None. Auditions will determine placement in Varsity Treble Choir, Non-Varsity Treble Choir, Show Choir, or Tenor/Bass Choir. This course includes a minimal activity fee.

Dance 6 (year-long) ELE402

Students who take dance all year will fulfill both their fine arts and PE credit. Dance students will create, perform, and analyze various dance styles. Although the focus and foundation of the class is ballet, students will grow as dance choreographers, performers, and consumers by studying movement from various cultures and throughout time. Student growth will be evaluated through solo and group performances, individual and group choreography projects, and written projects. Students will be required to wear appropriate athletic attire for class. Prerequisite: None

Dance 7/8 (semester) ELE401

Dance students will create, perform, and analyze various dance styles. Although the focus and foundation of the class is ballet, students will grow as dance choreographers, performers, and consumers by studying movement from various cultures and throughout time. Student growth will be evaluated through solo and group performances, individual and group choreography projects, and written projects. Students will be required to wear appropriate athletic attire for class. Students can take dance if enrolled in Athletics. Prerequisite: None

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Dance 7/8 (year-long) ELE403

Students who take dance all year will fulfill both their fine arts and PE credit. Dance students will create, perform, and analyze various dance styles. Although the focus and foundation of the class is ballet, students will grow as dance choreographers, performers, and consumers by studying movement from various cultures and throughout time. Student growth will be evaluated through solo and group performances, individual and group choreography projects, and written projects. Students will be required to wear appropriate athletic attire for class. Students can take dance if enrolled in Athletics. Prerequisite: None

Orchestra 6 (year-long) ELE706

Orchestra students learn to play an instrument of the string family, which includes the violin, viola, cello, and string bass. Students will learn basic skills such as care of the instrument, how to read notes, fingering, and bowing. Students will perform at selected school events, concerts, and contests. Instrument rental is required; students will receive a list of supplies and book needed. Before or after school rehearsal will be expected at various times during the school year. This course includes a minimal activity fee. Prerequisite: None

Orchestra 7/8 (year-long) ELE708

The following are requirements for any Orchestra 7/8 class: ● Instrument purchase or rental and additional fees ● UIL and District Acknowledgements ● UIL Academic Requirements for competition ● Before/after school rehearsal will be expected at various times throughout the school year. ● Orchestra members will perform at selected school events and various concerts and contests. Auditions will determine placement in one of the performing ensembles (Prelude Orchestra, Concert Orchestra, or Symphony Orchestra). This course includes a minimal activity fee. Prerequisite: Completing a year of orchestra in 6th grade or equivalent experience. Students moving into Prosper ISD after 6th grade or wanting to start orchestra in 7th or 8th grade may do so. Please contact an orchestra director for instrument selection and class placement.

Theatre 6 (semester) ELE200

This introduction level performance based course will welcome students to the world of theatre. Students will actively engage in stage anatomy and directions, auditioning, group/duet scenes, improvisation, technical design and creation, theatre in media, physical character development, character creation, and puppetry. Students will also gain life skills such as improving their self-esteem, public speaking, group collaboration, and creating and executing original ideas. This class will support cross curricular concepts supporting social studies, math, science, and English. Prerequisite: None

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Theatre I 7/8 (semester) ELE201

This course is designed to complement each student’ s education by introducing him or her to the world of Theatre arts. Students will experience a variety of concepts in addition to improving their self-esteem and public speaking skills. Student actors will explore acting by doing pantomime, costume design, improvisation, and group acting. Prerequisite: None

Theatre II 7/8 (year-long) ELE202

Theatre II is an audition based class for students that have completed Theatre 6 or a Theater 7/8 course, and have completed the application/audition process. Theatre II serves as an intermediate/advanced level of exploration of acting, auditioning, group/duet scenes, improvisation, writing, and more in-depth individual and group projects. Prerequisite: Theatre 6 or Theater I 7/8 and audition and completion of Theatre II Questionnaire. Students will be placed into the course once either the questionnaire, application, and/or required audition is completed and the teacher submits names to the counseling staff.

Theatre Production 7/8 (year-long) ELE203

Theatre Production provides practical hands-on experiences in acting and stagecraft through the preparation and public performances of plays. This course focuses on all aspects of theatrical production: acting concepts and skills, production concepts and skills, and technical concepts and skills. This will include improvisation, character analysis, and duet/group acting. Some out-of-school commitment is required. Theatre Production will present 2 shows annually. Students in this course will be required to attend before/after school practices. This course includes an activity fee. Prerequisite: Audition and completion of Theatre Production Questionnaire. Students will be placed into the course once either the questionnaire, application, and/or required audition is completed and the teacher submits names to the counseling staff.

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