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  • Advanced Journalism

    JOU201C - This semester course introduces students to the world of print and online media, video, and broadcast. The history of journalism, law, ethics, news literacy and Internet and social media responsibility, including 21st-century media convergence and civic duty to identify and analyze what is fair, balanced and true, will complement the major units of study: reporting, writing, editing, photography, videography, multimedia production and publishing, and design. Students will have the opportunity to use state-of-the-art software for graphic design, photography, magazine publishing and video production tools. During this semester course students will work as reporters on staff to support the student-run news magazine, the broadcasting program, and RJ Radio podcasting. Open to freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. (0.5 credit, NCAA Approved)
  • Advanced Journalism 2

    JOU202G - In this semester-long course students will be the lead editors and producers on the RJ Media team. They will run the real-world, student-run newsroom that produces content for the student news magazine, online student site, RJ Radio, and broadcast network. Students will coordinate efforts to organize, edit, design and produce news, feature, and opinion packages. Students will also become responsible and proficient in their use of social media and their civic duty to identify and analyze fair, balanced and true information. Students will specialize and achieve mastery in specific areas as managers or editors in their field of choice. Media literacy, law, ethics, and professional and ethical presentation and communication, will be cornerstones of study. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Prerequisite: Advanced Journalism. (0.5 credit)
  • Animation

    CMP407C - This semester course introduces students to the art of animation through a comprehensive exploration of both traditional and modern techniques. Students will learn Disney's Twelve Basic Principles of Animation and apply them across various mediums, including 2D computer animation with Adobe Animate (covering tweening and frame-by-frame animation), 3D animation using Blender, and claymation. The course emphasizes creativity and technical skills, culminating in a final project where students design and produce an original animated short. Drawing experience is not necessary. This course is open to Grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Animation-BD

    CMP407B - This semester course introduces students to the art of animation through a comprehensive exploration of both traditional and modern techniques. Students will learn Disney's Twelve Basic Principles of Animation and apply them across various mediums, including 2D computer animation with Adobe Animate (covering tweening and frame-by-frame animation), 3D animation using Blender, and claymation. The course emphasizes creativity and technical skills, culminating in a final project where students design and produce an original animated short. Drawing experience is not necessary. This course is open to Grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Animation-GD

    CMP407G - This semester course introduces students to the art of animation through a comprehensive exploration of both traditional and modern techniques. Students will learn Disney's Twelve Basic Principles of Animation and apply them across various mediums, including 2D computer animation with Adobe Animate (covering tweening and frame-by-frame animation), 3D animation using Blender, and claymation. The course emphasizes creativity and technical skills, culminating in a final project where students design and produce an original animated short. Drawing experience is not necessary. This course is open to Grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • AP CK Cyber 1: Networking Fundamentals

    CMP650 - Explore the principles of computer networks and cybersecurity, learning how data flows through systems and how to protect digital assets. Build a foundation in network configuration and identify security vulnerabilities. Prerequisite: AP Computer Science Principes or AP Computer Science A (0.5 credits)
  • AP CK Cyber 2: Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    CMP655 - Explore the principles of computer networks and cybersecurity, learning how data flows through systems and how to protect digital assets. Build a foundation in network configuration and identify security vulnerabilities. Prerequisite: AP CK Cyber 1 (0.5 credits)
  • AP Computer Science Principles

    CMP610C - AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the central ideas of computer science, instilling the ideas and practices of computational thinking and inviting students to understand how computing changes the world. This rigorous course promotes deep learning of computational content, develops computational thinking skills, and engages students in the creative aspects of the field. Rather than teaching a particular programming language or tool, the course focuses on using technology and programming as a means to solve computational problems and create exciting and personally-relevant artifacts. This is a full-year course open to Grades 10 through 12. (1 credit, NCAA Approved)
  • AP Computer Science Principles-BD

    CMP610B - AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the central ideas of computer science, instilling the ideas and practices of computational thinking and inviting students to understand how computing changes the world. This rigorous course promotes deep learning of computational content, develops computational thinking skills, and engages students in the creative aspects of the field. Rather than teaching a particular programming language or tool, the course focuses on using technology and programming as a means to solve computational problems and create exciting and personally-relevant artifacts. This is a full-year course open to Grades 10 through 12. (1 credit, NCAA Approved)
  • AP Computer Science Principles-GD

    CMP610G - AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the central ideas of computer science, instilling the ideas and practices of computational thinking and inviting students to understand how computing changes the world. This rigorous course promotes deep learning of computational content, develops computational thinking skills, and engages students in the creative aspects of the field. Rather than teaching a particular programming language or tool, the course focuses on using technology and programming as a means to solve computational problems and create exciting and personally-relevant artifacts. This is a full-year course open to Grades 10 through 12. (1 credit, NCAA Approved)
  • AP Computer Science Programming A

    CMP600C - In this year-long course, students will learn to design and implement computer programs that solve problems relevant to today's society, including art, media, and engineering. AP Computer Science Programming teaches object-oriented programming using the Java language and is meant to be the equivalent of a first semester, college-level course in computer science. It will emphasize problem solving and algorithm development, and use hands-on experiences and examples so that students can apply programming tools and solve complex problems. This course will prepare students for the end-of-course AP Computer Science A Exam and is open to grades 11-12. Prerequisite: Computer Programming 2 or AP Computer Science Principles. (1 credit)
  • AP Studio Art - 2D Design

    ART503C - In this year-long course students will create a college-level portfolio for submission to the College Board for review and college credit. Students will develop a portfolio of work in design, illustrating competence in the three areas required by the College Board: quality, concentration, and breadth. In the quality section of the portfolio, students will demonstrate mastery of concept, composition, and execution. In the concentration section, students will comprise a body of related pieces that demonstrate growth and discovery in the exploration of a personal visual idea. In the breadth section, students will demonstrate technical, conceptual, perceptual, and expressive range, showing understanding of the elements and principles of design including unity/variety, balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition, proportion/scale, form, shape, space, texture, and figure/ground relationships where applicable. Open to Grades 11-12. Prerequisite: Fine Art 2. (1 credit)
  • AP Studio Art - Drawing

    ART502C - This year-long course provides students with the opportunity to create a college-level portfolio for submission to the College Board for review and college credit. Students will develop a portfolio of work in drawing. Student work will illustrate competence in the three areas required by the College Board: quality, concentration, and breadth. In the quality section of the portfolio, students will demonstrate mastery of concept, composition, and execution. In the concentration section, students will comprise a body of related pieces that demonstrate growth and discovery in the exploration of a personal visual idea. In the breadth section, the students will demonstrate technical, conceptual, perceptual, and expressive range. The student work in the breadth section will show understanding of formal drawing issues, including mark making, use of light and shadow, line quality and representation/abstraction and composition. Open to Grades 11-12. Prerequisite: Fine Art 2. (1 credit)
  • Architecture-BD

    CMP500B - This semester course introduces students to architecture and computer-aided design. Using Chief Architect, students will develop custom homes, multi-family housing and commercial buildings. Students will explore aspects of architecture from historical, artistic and functional contexts with an emphasis on spatial design, ordering principles and fundamental architectural elements. In addition, this course will familiarize students with marketing and real estate principles as students analyze projects in real-world contexts. No prerequisites are required. This course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. (0.5 credit)
  • Architecture-GD

    CMP500G - This semester course introduces students to architecture and computer-aided design. Using Chief Architect, students will develop custom homes, multi-family housing and commercial buildings. Students will explore aspects of architecture from historical, artistic and functional contexts with an emphasis on spatial design, ordering principles and fundamental architectural elements. In addition, this course will familiarize students with marketing and real estate principles as students analyze projects in real-world contexts. No prerequisites are required. This course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. (0.5 credit)
  • Broadcast Journalism-BD

    JOU301B - This semester-long course introduces students to video storytelling, digital reporting and broadcast television. As members of RJTV, students will synthesize the various aspects of television production and formally present a mastery of the medium. News literacy, news values and the social role of media will be examined and used as the students make content decisions. RJTV gives students the real-time experience of a deadline-driven television newsroom. Students rotate through newsroom jobs such as director, switch operator, editor, writer, producer, anchor, reporter and videographer. Students learn to write news and feature scripts, shoot and edit video to tell a story, organize and produce a newscast, work together as a broadcast news team to air live and taped broadcasts to the community. Students may take this course more than once for credit with instructor approval. Open to all grade levels. (0.5 credit)
  • Broadcast Journalism-GD

    JOU301G - This semester-long course introduces students to video storytelling, digital reporting and broadcast television. As members of RJTV, students will synthesize the various aspects of television production and formally present a mastery of the medium. News literacy, news values and the social role of media will be examined and used as the students make content decisions. RJTV gives students the real-time experience of a deadline-driven television newsroom. Students rotate through newsroom jobs such as director, switch operator, editor, writer, producer, anchor, reporter and videographer. Students learn to write news and feature scripts, shoot and edit video to tell a story, organize and produce a newscast, work together as a broadcast news team to air live and taped broadcasts to the community. Students may take this course more than once for credit with instructor approval. Open to all grade levels. (0.5 credit)
  • Ceramics 1-BD

    ART408B - This one-semester elective is an introduction to ceramics, including various hand-building techniques and throwing on the wheel. Emphasis is placed on technical skills and design elements and principles. Both functional and non-functional pieces are explored by working with pinch, coil, slab and a combination of these methods. This course is open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Fine Art 1 or Sculpture 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Ceramics 1-GD

    ART408G - This one-semester elective is an introduction to ceramics, including various hand-building techniques and throwing on the wheel. Emphasis is placed on technical skills and design elements and principles. Both functional and non-functional pieces are explored by working with pinch, coil, slab and a combination of these methods. This course is open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Fine Art 1 or Sculpture 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Ceramics 2

    ART409C - Through a series of hands-on demonstrations and presentations, throwing will be taught on the pottery wheel. Students will learn centering followed by cylinders and that will open the door to some more exciting curved forms. Students will throw cylinders, mugs, bowls, plates, teapots, etc. as the class progresses. We will work on finishing skills with the intention of pursuing excellent craftsmanship. They will also work on a 3-dimensional sculpture using clay. This one-semester course is open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Ceramics 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Ceramics 2-BD

    ART409B - Through a series of hands-on demonstrations and presentations, throwing will be taught on the pottery wheel. Students will learn centering followed by cylinders and that will open the door to some more exciting curved forms. Students will throw cylinders, mugs, bowls, plates, teapots, etc. as the class progresses. We will work on finishing skills with the intention of pursuing excellent craftsmanship. They will also work on a 3-dimensional sculpture using clay. This one-semester course is open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Ceramics 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Ceramics 2-GD

    ART409G - Through a series of hands-on demonstrations and presentations, throwing will be taught on the pottery wheel. Students will learn centering followed by cylinders and that will open the door to some more exciting curved forms. Students will throw cylinders, mugs, bowls, plates, teapots, etc. as the class progresses. We will work on finishing skills with the intention of pursuing excellent craftsmanship. They will also work on a 3-dimensional sculpture using clay. This one-semester course is open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Ceramics 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Ceramics 3

    ART501C- In this one-semester elective students will play an active role in designing an individualized plan for their coursework for the duration of the class. They will explore an area of interest, both in concept and technique. Students will research areas of interest and write brief proposals for their ceramic projects. One of the goals of the course is for the students to take responsibility for their learning and growth, with each project proposal building on the previous one. Students will also participate in active critique in order to grow the scope of their work. The course is open to juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: Ceramics 2. (0.5 credit)
  • Computer Programming 1

    CMP301C - This semester course introduces students to computer programming with a focus on video game development. Students will learn the fundamentals of programming using the Python language, with an emphasis on the Pygame library for 2D game development, and will explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in coding. Additionally, students will gain hands-on experience with the Godot game engine for both 2D and 3D game creation. Core programming concepts covered include pseudocode, flowcharts, algorithms, variables, data types, control structures, looping, functions, object-oriented programming, and libraries. The course concludes with students developing their own video game projects. No experience necessary. This course is open to Grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Computer Programming 1-BD

    CMP301B - This semester course introduces students to computer programming with a focus on video game development. Students will learn the fundamentals of programming using the Python language, with an emphasis on the Pygame library for 2D game development, and will explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in coding. Additionally, students will gain hands-on experience with the Godot game engine for both 2D and 3D game creation. Core programming concepts covered include pseudocode, flowcharts, algorithms, variables, data types, control structures, looping, functions, object-oriented programming, and libraries. The course concludes with students developing their own video game projects. No experience necessary. This course is open to Grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Computer Programming 1-GD

    CMP301G - This semester course introduces students to computer programming with a focus on video game development. Students will learn the fundamentals of programming using the Python language, with an emphasis on the Pygame library for 2D game development, and will explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in coding. Additionally, students will gain hands-on experience with the Godot game engine for both 2D and 3D game creation. Core programming concepts covered include pseudocode, flowcharts, algorithms, variables, data types, control structures, looping, functions, object-oriented programming, and libraries. The course concludes with students developing their own video game projects. No experience necessary. This course is open to Grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Computer Programming 2

    CMP302C - This semester course is an extension of Computer Programming 1. Students study Object Oriented Programming techniques in the context of the Java programming language. The semester concludes with large-scale projects designed by the students. This course is combined with Computer Programming 1 and is delivered in a hybrid online course format. Open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Computer Programming 1 or instructor approval. (0.5 credit)
  • Digital Explorations

    CMP110C - Explore software with the intention of learning your favorite technological direction. Through a series of creative projects, you will get a taste for a variety of digital software programs from computer aided 3D design to video production, computer programming with HTML website building to architecture, this class is designed to help you explore today’s digital landscape and prepare you to pursue that direction here at RJ through higher-level classes. Open to grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Digital Explorations-BD

    CMP110B - Explore software with the intention of learning your favorite technological direction. Through a series of creative projects, you will get a taste for a variety of digital software programs from computer aided 3D design to video production, computer programming with HTML website building to architecture, this class is designed to help you explore today’s digital landscape and prepare you to pursue that direction here at RJ through higher-level classes. Open to grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Digital Explorations-GD

    CMP110G - Explore software with the intention of learning your favorite technological direction. Through a series of creative projects, you will get a taste for a variety of digital software programs from computer aided 3D design to video production, computer programming with HTML website building to architecture, this class is designed to help you explore today’s digital landscape and prepare you to pursue that direction here at RJ through higher-level classes. Open to grades 9-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Fine Art 1-BD

    ART101B - Students are introduced to the basic elements and principles of art through hands-on experience. Areas of study include portraiture, figure drawing, contour, design, composition, and art appreciation. Art mediums include pencil, color pencil, pen and ink, etc. This semester course is open to all grades. (0.5 credit)
  • Fine Art 1-GD

    ART101G - Students are introduced to the basic elements and principles of art through hands-on experience. Areas of study include portraiture, figure drawing, contour, design, composition, and art appreciation. Art mediums include pencil, color pencil, pen and ink, etc. This semester course is open to all grades. (0.5 credit)
  • Fine Art 2-BD

    ART201B - This semester course continues the topics of study from Fine Art 1, while exploring more in-depth study of artistic styles and techniques. Studio work covers colored pencil, watercolor, acrylic or oil painting and art appreciation. Open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Fine Art 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Fine Art 2-GD

    ART201G - This semester course continues the topics of study from Fine Art 1, while exploring more in-depth study of artistic styles and techniques. Studio work covers colored pencil, watercolor, acrylic or oil painting and art appreciation. Open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Fine Art 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Graphic Design 1-BD

    CMP501B - This semester-long course is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of visual communication utilizing graphics, text and photo imagery. The most recent version of Adobe Photoshop will be used and students will be introduced to a broad range of image effects and photo manipulation. Open to Grades 9-12. No prerequisites are required. (0.5 credit)
  • Graphic Design 1-GD

    CMP501G - This semester-long course is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of visual communication utilizing graphics, text and photo imagery. The most recent version of Adobe Photoshop will be used and students will be introduced to a broad range of image effects and photo manipulation. Open to Grades 9-12. No prerequisites are required. (0.5 credit)
  • Graphic Design 2

    CMP502B - This semester-long course is designed to further the student's understanding of graphic design as visual communication while learning the most recent version of Adobe Illustrator. Students will create vector-based graphics and design logos, posters as well as other creative illustration projects. Students will build upon their skills from Graphic Design I and be able to use both Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator in their work process. Open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Graphic Design 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Independent Art-BD

    ART500B - This semester course involves directed, independent study in art. Students work in the area of their choice as approved by the instructor. Students are only allowed to register for this course if they have exhausted the other offerings in the Fine Art and Media Technologies Department, including both Fine Art 1 and Fine Art 2, and with the approval of the instructor and the Assistant Division Head. Open to Grades 11-12. Prerequisite: AP Studio Art and Fine Art 2. (0.5 credit)
  • Independent Art-GD

    ART500G - This semester course involves directed, independent study in art. Students work in the area of their choice as approved by the instructor. Students are only allowed to register for this course if they have exhausted the other offerings in the Fine Art and Media Technologies Department, including both Fine Art 1 and Fine Art 2, and with the approval of the instructor and the Assistant Division Head. Open to Grades 11-12. Prerequisite: AP Studio Art and Fine Art 2. (0.5 credit)
  • Intro. to Machine Learning

    CMP620C - Artificial Intelligence is one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century. The Coding School offers this year-long program for high school students to gain real-world skills and knowledge in Machine Learning (ML), a subfield of Artificial Intelligence. The course is a two-semester introductory-level course designed for high school students to learn foundational ML topics. The curriculum is delivered via an online course structured similarly to a college-level course, with lectures, labs, and projects. The course is taught by professors and teaching assistants currently working in ML fields at leading universities. Open to grades 10-12. Prerequisite: AP Computer Science Principles or instructor approval.
  • Intro. to Quantum Computing

    CMP650C - (Course content provided by outside institution.) Qubit by Qubit’s Introduction to Quantum Computing is a cutting-edge course designed to introduce high school students to the exciting world of quantum computing. Quantum is the next frontier of computing technology, and will impact fields such as healthcare, finance, and cybersecurity. We want YOU to be at the forefront of this computing revolution. In this course, high school students will learn concepts that many students do not hear about until well into their undergraduate or even graduate education. 

    Students do not need a background in quantum computing or computer science to take this course - the only prerequisite is having taken a geometry or trigonometry course. We will teach you everything you need to know, from basic linear algebra and probability, to Python coding basics. We will also spend time exploring the “weird” physics properties of quantum mechanics that make quantum computers so powerful. By the end of this course, you will be able to code quantum gates and circuits, understand quantum algorithms, and even run code on a real quantum computer.  

    At Qubit by Qubit, our mission is to train the future diverse quantum workforce. Our hope is that this course will be an empowering, exciting experience learning about a technology that will impact the world. We focus on creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students from all backgrounds.

    Prerequisite: Successful completion of a geometry or trigonometry course. Students are not required to have a background in computer science.
  • Journalism-BD

    JOU101B - This semester course introduces students to the world of print and online media, video, and broadcast. The history of journalism, law, ethics, news literacy and Internet and social media responsibility, including 21st-century media convergence and civic duty to identify and analyze what is fair, balanced and true, will complement the major units of study: reporting, writing, editing, photography, videography, multimedia production and publishing, and design. Students will have the opportunity to use state-of-the-art software for graphic design, photography, magazine publishing and video production tools. During this semester course students will work as reporters on staff to support the student-run news magazine, the broadcasting program, and RJ Radio podcasting. Open to freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. (0.5 credit, NCAA Approved)
  • Journalism-GD

    JOU101G - This semester course introduces students to the world of print and online media, video, and broadcast. The history of journalism, law, ethics, news literacy and Internet and social media responsibility, including 21st-century media convergence and civic duty to identify and analyze what is fair, balanced and true, will complement the major units of study: reporting, writing, editing, photography, videography, multimedia production and publishing, and design. Students will have the opportunity to use state-of-the-art software for graphic design, photography, magazine publishing and video production tools. During this semester course students will work as reporters on staff to support the student-run news magazine, the broadcasting program, and RJ Radio podcasting. Open to freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. (0.5 credit, NCAA Approved)
  • Maker Lab 1-BD

    MKR100B - In this semester-long course, students will learn the power of creation using many tools and materials available in the Innovation Center. Students will free their creative mind and design and build a final project of their choosing. The skills students will learn in this course include: computer-aided design, 3-D printing, laser-cutting/engraving, basic electronics and circuit design, microcontroller programming, use of hand and power tools, system design, integration, and testing. Open to students in grades 9-12. Prerequisites: basic computer skills.
  • Maker Lab 1-GD

    MKR100G - In this semester-long course, students will learn the power of creation using many tools and materials available in the Innovation Center. Students will free their creative mind and design and build a final project of their choosing. The skills students will learn in this course include: computer-aided design, 3-D printing, laser-cutting/engraving, basic electronics and circuit design, microcontroller programming, use of hand and power tools, system design, integration, and testing. Open to students in grades 9-12. Prerequisites: basic computer skills.
  • Maker Lab 2: Innoventions Project Lab-BD

    MKR200B - In this semester-long course, each student will take the skills they’ve learned in Maker Lab, Sculpture, and/or Graphic Design and apply them to a large project that they will develop throughout the semester. Focusing on creativity, artistic design, and making a positive impact on others, students will work on a project that serves their community and cares for the environment. With an emphasis on storytelling and imaginative problem-solving, students will bring their design to life. Innoventions Project Lab offers a fun, supportive space for students to combine their creativity and technical skills to make a tangible difference. Prerequisites: Maker Lab 1 AND Sculpture 1 or Graphic Design 1. Or instructor permission. Open to grades 10-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Maker Lab 2: Innoventions Project Lab-GD

    MKR200G - In this semester-long course, each student will take the skills they’ve learned in Maker Lab, Sculpture, and/or Graphic Design and apply them to a large project that they will develop throughout the semester. Focusing on creativity, artistic design, and making a positive impact on others, students will work on a project that serves their community and cares for the environment. With an emphasis on storytelling and imaginative problem-solving, students will bring their design to life. Innoventions Project Lab offers a fun, supportive space for students to combine their creativity and technical skills to make a tangible difference. Prerequisites: Maker Lab 1 AND Sculpture 1 or Graphic Design 1. Or instructor permission. Open to grades 10-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Oil Painting & Pastels 1

    ART202C - This semester-long course deals with various mediums of drawing with pencil, pastel and oil paint. The primary objective of this class is to teach students, even those who have never painted before, to learn by "wholes"--the painting as a whole, an interplay of lines, shapes, colors, color mixing, textures, light and dark. Students will learn to manipulate the painter's materials and develop a basic vocabulary with regard to qualities of paintings. Further, the course will explore the historical influences of drawing and painting and also allow students to analyze and critique professional works. Open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Fine Art 2. (0.5 credit)
  • Oil Painting & Pastels 2-BD

    ART203B - This semester-long course continues to deal with various mediums of drawing with pencil, pastel and oil paint. The primary objective of this class is for students to further enhance their understanding of "wholes"--the painting as a whole, an interplay of lines, shapes, colors, color mixing, textures, light and dark. Students will continue to manipulate the painter's materials and develop their vocabulary with regard to qualities of paintings. Further, the course will continue to explore the historical influences of drawing and painting and also allow students to analyze and critique professional works. Open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Oil Painting & Pastels 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Oil Painting & Pastels 2-GD

    ART203G - This semester-long course continues to deal with various mediums of drawing with pencil, pastel and oil paint. The primary objective of this class is for students to further enhance their understanding of "wholes"--the painting as a whole, an interplay of lines, shapes, colors, color mixing, textures, light and dark. Students will continue to manipulate the painter's materials and develop their vocabulary with regard to qualities of paintings. Further, the course will continue to explore the historical influences of drawing and painting and also allow students to analyze and critique professional works. Open to Grades 10-12. Prerequisite: Oil Painting & Pastels 1. (0.5 credit)
  • RJ Sports Network-BD

    JOU310B - The goal of RJ Sports Network is to highlight our student-athletes through multimedia production, including live event broadcasts, feature and graphic packages, highlights, and studio shows. Students in this semester course will also work on print and radio stories. Students will work as an ESPN-style sports media team to create, package, publish and promote content to the wider community. They will gain practical experience in collaboration, decision-making, communication and production using state-of-the-art production technology and an understanding of audience, culture, and storytelling. Open to all grade levels. (0.5 credit)
  • RJ Sports Network-GD

    JOU310G - The goal of RJ Sports Network is to highlight our student-athletes through multimedia production, including live event broadcasts, feature and graphic packages, highlights, and studio shows. Students in this semester course will also work on print and radio stories. Students will work as an ESPN-style sports media team to create, package, publish and promote content to the wider community. They will gain practical experience in collaboration, decision-making, communication and production using state-of-the-art production technology and an understanding of audience, culture, and storytelling. Open to all grade levels. (0.5 credit)
  • Sculpture 1-BD

    ART112B - In this class, students will consider the art of form within the practice of sculpture. We will use a combination of materials like paper, cardboard, wax, clay, plaster, 3D printing, and even casting techniques to realize different ideas in three-dimensional form. We will focus on improving hand skills in a three-dimensional space as well as participate in active group critiques and personal reflection of the work being done. Students can expect to get their hands dirty while they explore the physical world around them. This is an exciting introductory class to the world of sculpture and contemporary art. This course is open to students in any grade level. (0.5 credit)
  • Sculpture 1-GD

    ART112G - In this class, students will consider the art of form within the practice of sculpture. We will use a combination of materials like paper, cardboard, wax, clay, plaster, 3D printing, and even casting techniques to realize different ideas in three-dimensional form. We will focus on improving hand skills in a three-dimensional space as well as participate in active group critiques and personal reflection of the work being done. Students can expect to get their hands dirty while they explore the physical world around them. This is an exciting introductory class to the world of sculpture and contemporary art. This course is open to students in any grade level. (0.5 credit)
  • Sculpture 2

    ART212C - Students will expand their three-dimensional building skills utilizing STEAM tools and techniques. In this class students will work with the tools in the Innovation Center alongside traditional techniques like casting and welding to create individual projects designed to expand students' knowledge and skills as three-dimensional artists. Prerequisites: Sculpture 1, Ceramics 1, or Maker Lab. (0.5 credits)
  • Sculpture 2-BD

    ART212B - Students will expand their three-dimensional building skills utilizing STEAM tools and techniques. In this class students will work with the tools in the Innovation Center alongside traditional techniques like casting and welding to create individual projects designed to expand students' knowledge and skills as three-dimensional artists. Prerequisites: Sculpture 1, Ceramics 1, or Maker Lab. (0.5 credits)
  • Sculpture 2-GD

    ART212G - Students will expand their three-dimensional building skills utilizing STEAM tools and techniques. In this class students will work with the tools in the Innovation Center alongside traditional techniques like casting and welding to create individual projects designed to expand students' knowledge and skills as three-dimensional artists. Prerequisites: Sculpture 1, Ceramics 1, or Maker Lab. (0.5 credits)
  • Social Documentary: Research, Outreach, & Filmmaking

    JOU401C - In this semester-long course students will experience the role of a social documentarian and research, analyze, and contextualize a social justice issue in the community. Students will partner with local organizations to research, conduct pre-interviews, build rapport, and listen to the voices of the poor and marginalized. As journalists, they will document an issue of social justice in the community with radio and video storytelling. They will plan, shoot, and edit a short documentary to premiere to the RJ community and to the outside community in order to raise awareness for the social justice issue. Students will develop skills on new software and application including but not limited to Adobe After Effects, Motion Array Graphics, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Animator, Adobe Audition Sound Engineering and Editing, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Open to Grade 12. (0.5 credit)
  • Video & Film Production 1: Cinematic Arts

    CMP410C - Students will produce effective communication and storytelling in the cinematic arts through the study and practice of scripting, camera operation, audio production, lighting, and editing using Adobe Premiere. Emphasis is placed on developing a personal voice, and creating work that explores film and video as a unique art form. This semester course is open to Grades 10-12. (0.5 credit)
  • Video & Film Production 2: Cinematic Arts

    CMP411C - This semester course will allow students to expand their knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Sound Track, Live Type, and Motion. Students will deepen their understanding of advanced filmmaking and apply techniques gleaned from their study of diverse directors. Through pre and post production, students will be in charge of the creative process. Open to Grades 11-12. Prerequisite: Video & Film Production 1. (0.5 credit)
  • Yearbook

    YBK408C - The yearbook class involves the production of the annual Raider yearbook. Students will write and edit articles, create layouts, take photographs and submit yearbook pages using the latest publication software and technology. Students may take this year-long course more than once for credit with instructor approval only. This course is open to Grades 10-12. (1 credit)

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