CURRICULUM

Art and Music, as a way of life, are a sharing in the creativity of God, an openness to all that God and humans have fashioned; a discovery and manifestation of inner resources, convictions, and feelings. Art and Music, as a way of education at St. Mary's South Side Catholic High School, aims at developing an awareness of the visual and verbal world. The classes concentrate on the formation of an appreciation for Art and Theater, as well as artistic production. Each student will receive instruction needed to develop all his powers harmoniously and will be introduced to his cultural heritage.

This introductory class provides a starting point for the student interested in creating computer-based artwork in St. Mary’s state-of-the-art Mac lab. This course offers basic computer techniques and an introduction to the elements of art, including color theory. Students will create digital images using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Art appreciation and analysis will feature major works in art history as well as the work of contemporary artists.

The fields of Humanities, English and the Communication Arts help the adolescent mature intellectually and emotionally. Working toward this goal should be a pleasurable experience for the student. The student's ability to think, judge, and constructively evaluate works of literature, film, and television should be stimulated in a creative atmosphere. A solid foundation in grammar, mechanics, and the writing process will aid the student in expressing himself correctly. The end result of English and Communication Arts courses should be a clear thinking student who can articulate well through both the written and spoken word.