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What is the Arts Academy? It is the purpose and mission of the Fine Arts Academy of Carson High School to educate and prepare students for the twenty-first century through stringent academic requirements, a concentration of fine arts as a discipline, and service learning through the arts in preparation for post-secondary education. What is the Arts Academy?

Purpose of the Program To provide students in Rowan County that are interested in the arts as a career an overall experience of participating in a program that offers ALL of the arts in one school. To find a connection for students who are artistically minded To help raise test scores by creating a more well rounded student

Benefits to Students Focused exposure to arts disciplines Preparation for college arts programs Construction of a portfolio to use for college entrance interviews Designation of Fine Arts Scholar at graduation ceremony.

THERE ARE FIVE AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

THERE ARE FIVE AREAS OF CONCENTRATION VOCAL MUSIC

THERE ARE FIVE AREAS OF CONCENTRATION VOCAL MUSIC THEATRE ARTS

THERE ARE FIVE AREAS OF CONCENTRATION VOCAL MUSIC THEATRE ARTS DANCE

THERE ARE FIVE AREAS OF CONCENTRATION VOCAL MUSIC THEATRE ARTS DANCE VISUAL ARTS

THERE ARE FIVE AREAS OF CONCENTRATION VOCAL MUSIC THEATRE ARTS DANCE VISUAL ARTS INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

Some research has shown that when students study the arts, it leads to higher achievement in other academic areas, especially when the arts are meaningfully integrated throughout different content areas.

Studies in Chicago indicated that test scores of students who studied the arts went up two times faster than those in comparable schools. Another study indicated that those who studied fine arts in Minneapolis schools made major test gains, this was especially true for youths who were considered to be disadvantaged.

The College Board reported that in 2004, those who had taken fine arts courses did better on the SATs than those who did not. Those who had studied the music scored 40 points higher on the math portion and those who had studied acting outscored their peers by 66 points on the verbal.

A well-rounded education in the fine arts helps students develop: Imagination Observation skills Critical thinking skills Complex thinking skills Critical analysis Abstract thought Pattern recognition Perseverance Self-expression Pride in work Symbolic thinking and recognition Different learning styles Connections to several content areas Awareness and appreciation of their own and other’s cultures Teamwork Presentation and performance skills Positive self-esteem

School fine arts programs that have been successful tended to have the following characteristics: Community involvement of parents, businesses, artists, and cultural leaders who help promote and implement the program. Board of education support through policies that value the arts and provide ample resources.

School fine arts programs that have been successful tended to have the following characteristics: Administration who supports the arts by providing personnel, materials, scheduling and resources, and attends “arts” events. Teachers who are well trained and are active artists in their personal lives. Planning of fine arts programs that are tied into the goals and vision of the school.

Each Concentration Has Specific Requirements

Vocal Music- Mrs. Wyatt 4 Credits of Vocal Music 2 Credits of Arts Elective Participation in Extra-Curricular Activities Community Choir Church Choir Spring Musical All County Chorus Mars Hill All State Chorus

Vocal Music Graduation Portfolio Evidence of all choral course work, service learning project, and extracurricular activities should be included in the portfolio at the end of the student’s senior year. The portfolio must also include the following: notes taken in class, vocabulary, special music journal entries, final journal entry reflecting overall experience, evidence of after school involvement a list of music rehearsed and a copy of the lesson taught (service project).

Theatre Arts with Mr. Reynolds 4 Classes in Theatre Arts 2 Classes in another concentration

Theatre Arts- Mr. Reynolds 4 Classes in Theatre Arts 2 Classes in Arts Electives

Extra-Curricular Activities (Required) Students must participate in two of the four yearly shows in some form. The Carson Cabaret The Fall Show The Winter Show The Spring Musical • Jobs include- Actor, Technician, House Management, and Fundraising

Portfolio Detailing all theatrical experiences and work due by April of the students Senior Year. May include videos, playbills, students class work, tickets, field trip adjudication forms etc…

Dance- Mrs. Paugh

Dance in education is the exploration of movement creativity Dance in education is the exploration of movement creativity. We explore the styles of dance used in both social and concert forms. These classes focus primarily on the Modern dance movement of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. However, we extensively cover ballet and general dance technique, kinesiology and history of dance, and choreography. This form of learning movement and the classroom environment are very different from that of a dance studio although the essentials are the same. As the levels progress the environment becomes more like a studio concept. We create classical concert forms of dance such as ballet, tap, jazz, and we study the works of various choreographers.

Participation in 2 of the following each year: Dance Club Dance Ensemble Outside Dance Classes Spring Musical

Dance Club A student run organization for anyone who loves dance. Students decide what is learned, play games, and participate in community service activities. Basically, come join us for an hour of fun.

Dance Ensemble Ensemble is a performance team with shared choreography between the students and the advisor. An audition is required. This is a full time commitment

Spring Musical The spring musical is a joint effort between all of the arts. Auditions are required. There will be a separate dance ensemble within the musical production. This requires a full time commitment.

Outside Dance Classes Students participate in studio classes and performances. However, there must be documented proof such as attendance records &/or a performance program with your name listed as a performer in order to receive credit.

Other Dance Requirements: Choreographic Journal- This is a journal that has prompted current ideas in choreography or will inspire new choreography. This can include specific steps, costume ideas, pathway maps, situations that have been observed, etc… Senior Solo- Solo Dance piece that displays the proper use of choreographic and performance elements. Portfolio- A collection of works that show growth as a dancer and choreographer from Dance 1 through Dance 4.

Visual Arts- Mr. Riley and Mrs. Lundgren 4 Credits in Visual Arts Visual Arts 1 Visual Arts 2 Honors Art Advanced Art Folk Art

2 Credits in Arts Electives Chorus Theatre Instrumental Music Dance

Visual Arts Expectations Sketchbooks (Minimum of 1 per class) Art Shows (Set up/take down at JCHS Shows, participation in all shows) Art Club (Active member) Portfolio (20 pieces)

Visual Arts Graduation Portfolio Students will complete a total of 20 works of art over the course of their high school career. This portfolio consists mostly of original pieces with the exception of three-dimensional work. Three dimensional work can be photographed. The following guidelines will be followed unless a college requests additional material. In those cases, adjustments will be made so that the students has an acceptable portfolio to use for their college interviews.

Quality Work- 6 pieces Please include six original pieces that are exemplary in concept, composition, and technical skills. All work in this category should be fully finished and polished.

Concentration Work- 7 pieces Please create seven pieces that are developed around a practical theme, media, visual idea or concept. These works should be based on your own individual interests and focus on the process of investigation, growth, and discovery. The theme should be evident throughout all seven pieces creating a cohesive set.

Breadth Work- 7 pieces Please complete seven pieces that show a variety of concepts, techniques, and expressive works of art. This should not be limited to simply using a wide range of media, but should also show different conceptual approaches.

Instrumental Music- Mr. Street Band 1 Band 2 Honors Band 3 Honors Band 4 Arts Elective

Other Requirements Perform a solo each year. Audition for All County each year. Audition twice for an Honor Band Festival or participation in an outside ensemble. Membership in Tri-M Music Honors Society. Weekly Journal

Graduation Portfolio Students will supply evidence of all coursework over their four years at Carson High School. The portfolio will contain music programs, papers, projects, concert and solo recordings, journals, video of leading a lesson in class and a final project in the presentation of all materials.

In Closing… Being a member of the Arts Academy is an honor. It is also a great deal of work. The Arts Faculty has set forth specific guidelines that must be adhered to in order to keep status in the Arts Academy. Students that do not fulfill their commitment to the Academy are subject to losing their status as a member of the Academy. On the other hand, students that complete their coursework and requirements will have a distinct advantage over other students as they prepare for life outside of high school

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