2 years required for graduation
Most classes are offered both in groups and 1-1. Fine arts classes are our most popular classes as they focus on student interests. Our offerings include photography, Photoshop, computer graphics, film/video editing, drama, theater, costume design, fashion design/merchandising and art. Field experience classes meet once a week and are held off site at a location in the community. Transportation is provided.
Art:
- This individual course is designed for the study, creation, and observation of selected periods/styles of art. Art courses can focus on textiles, painting, collage, drawing, anime, 3-D sculpture and Makerspace projects.
Art History:
- The student will work individually with an instructor to examine different periods of art history, the basic elements of art, and the relationship between history, art, and culture.
Architectural Studies:
- The student will work individually with an instructor to examine different periods of architecture, the basic design elements of architecture, and the relationship between history, architecture, and culture.
Band:
- This course is for a student participating in a casual band, outside of school. The hours spent during practice and performance will be recorded and credit will be awarded. An audio or video project required for credit. Ninety hours is required to earn 0.50 credit for the semester.
Dance:
- Students will receive credit for a course taken outside of Chrysalis that emphasizes technique and/or performance of a selected dance style. It may be completed via community courses or private instruction.
Drama:
- This group course in educational theater teaches communication, collaboration and creativity with such topics as: Improvisation, scene study, play writing, and theater design. The type of performance pieces vary with proficiency levels.
Design Fundamentals:
- This individual course provides students with information and opportunity to experience and develop basic design skills including two and three dimensional design, hands-on construction, analyzing and solving problems, and effective critique. Students will work with a wide variety of materials.
Drawing:
- The teacher will work with an individual student who will progress at their own rate through a series of drawing exercises and projects.
Fashion Design:
- This individual class is a beginning drawing course for students interested in learning the fundamentals of fashion design including line, form, space, pattern, color, and light.
Fashion Shoot:
- This individual class explores how to navigate and execute a successful fashion photo shoot. The student will investigate digital camera parameters, makeup and hair selection, model selection, current trends, wardrobe styling, art directing, lighting, and concept development. The student will also practice thoughtful critique and examine his or her own progress throughout this course.
Fashion Survey:
- his individual class is a beginning course for students interested in learning basic design principles as they apply to make up, body types, room decor and fashion trends.
Fashion Textiles:
- This individual course is an advanced course focusing on fabrics and fabrications of textiles. Topics include fibers, construction and finishes.
Film Production:
- This individual course will focus on writing short films and producing them. In addition, the class will focus on fundamentals of video production including camera operations, editing, and showcasing.
Film Production, Advanced:
- Advanced film production focuses on the technical aspects of camera operation, lighting, and digital editing. Students will explore color theory, studio and filed lighting methods utilizing artificial and natural light, and use Premiere Pro, and After Effects. The goal of the course is for students to plan, execute, and finish a professional caliber film.
Fine Arts:
- Teacher and student will decide on activities and specific course title based on student interest. Credit awarded will be based on the number of hours spend pursuing activities of choice.
Graphic Design:
- This course will provide students the opportunity to explore the most practical applications of graphic design: print and web design. Students will follow the design process from idea generation to finished product, study influential designers, and utilize a variety of software.
Film Study:
- The student will meet individually with a teacher and use films to discuss and write about genre, character, plot, filming techniques, and movie history.
Film Production, Advanced:
- Advanced film production focuses on the technical aspects of camera operation, lighting, and digital editing. Students will explore color theory, studio and filed lighting methods utilizing artificial and natural light, and use Premiere Pro, and After Effects. The goal of the course is for students to plan, execute, and finish a professional caliber film.
Interior Design:
- In this individual course students will study the fundamentals of design. It will focus on the principles and elements of design. Students will also learn how to do floor plans and basic room design. Projects are required.
Music:
- The focus will be on activities chosen and planned by student and instructor based on the experience and interests of the student. Hours spent with a private instructor, during practice, and performance will be recorded and credit will be awarded based those hours.
Music History:
- In this course the student will meet individually with an instructor and explore different periods in the history of instrumental music. The student will complete assignments and listen to music from each period.
Music Instrumental:
- A student may earn credit in instrumental music for private lessons, performance. The hours spent with private instructor, practice, and performance will be recorded and credit will be awarded based on ninety hours to earn 0.50 credit for the semester.
Music Theory and Composition:
- This individual course is designed to develop skills in reading music, writing music, and listening to sounds. Specific topics will be based on student interest, instrument of choice, and musical knowledge.
Performing Arts:
- This course is for students involved in a major production with a professional theater company. Credit is based on study, rehearsal and performance hours. Ninety hours equals 0.50 credit.
Photography I:
- The students will meet individually with an instructor to improve photographic skills and technique. Critique skills will be developed as the student’s own pictures and others are analyzed. Digital camera and laptop required. The group class is a field experience class.
Photography II:
- This is a second year photography class. Students will learn advanced photography skills by taking photos in various locations. Critique skills will be developed as the student’s own pictures and others are analyzed. Digital camera and laptop required. This is a field experience class.
Photography III:
- This is a third year photography class. Students will learn advanced photography skills by taking photos in various locations. Critique skills will be developed as the student’s own pictures and others are analyzed. Digital camera and laptop required. This is a field experience class.
Photography, Darkroom:
- The student will learn photographic skills and technique in this individual class. It covers the basic aspects of black-and-white film processing, printing, and enlarging. Students will become well acquainted with the functions and purposes of darkroom equipment and darkroom procedures.
Photoshop I:
- The student will work individually to develop the principles of design in creating a variety of projects using Photoshop.
Photoshop II:
- The student will work individually to develop the principles of design in creating a variety of projects using Photoshop.
Photoshop III:
- The student will work individually to develop the principles of design in creating a variety of projects using Photoshop.
Photoshop IV:
- This fourth year photography course will continue to explore complex photography concepts. Emphasis will be on critique, and analysis. Digital camera and laptop required.
Technical Theater:
- This individual course will focus on production, stage management, theater and set design, costuming, props, lighting, and sound.
Theater Studies:
- This individual course will offer students the opportunity to explore and choose from a variety of theater topics. Course content will be decided upon by student and instructor. Areas of study might include: acting, play writing, directing, scenic design, technical theater, stage makeup, acting, costume design, specific plays or theater history.
Vocal Music:
- A student may earn credit in vocal music for private lessons, performance, participation in a choir, and/or singing in a band. The hours spent with private instructor, practice, and performance will be recorded and credit will be awarded based on ninety hours to earn 0.50 credit for the semester.