Arts, Media, and Entertainment

Year Course

 

Meets district fine arts graduation requirements

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

Prerequisite: Photography 1

 

Advanced Digital Photography is a one-year course for students interested in hands-on photography using digital cameras and computers. Students will build on the elements of art and the principles of design learned in Photography 1. This course will familiarize students with digital photography methods through theory and hands-on practice with materials and equipment including DSLRs. Students will learn about workflow (i.e., assignment through postproduction), create a digital portfolio of original compositions, and develop the ability to determine aesthetic value by critiquing their own work and that of their classmates. Students will also learn the principles of photography, studying and emulating a variety of photographic styles, and use Photoshop and Lightroom.

Year Course

 

Meets district fine arts graduation requirements

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

This course covers pre-production planning, writing and script editing, on-camera acting, technical work, critical analysis, post-production editing, and presentation to outside audiences. Students learn the history of film and video communication; the fundamentals of composition and movement; the aesthetic of light, color, and sound; and the art of storytelling, production design, and directing. Students also learn the art of digital editing and graphic design, creative design in commercial and broadcast productions, career exploration, and portfolio development. 

Year Course

 

Meets district fine arts graduation requirements

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

This is a project-based course focusing on the use of current industry software (e.g., Final Cut Pro) in digital video editing and production. Units will be designed around the creation of projects for students to design, build, create, or perform. Advanced Video Art is designed to be the capstone course in a pathway series (Design, Visual & Media Arts), which completes a comprehensive training in multimedia design. Students learn advanced camera, lighting and editing techniques as they work on individual projects or collaborate with other students on film shorts or video projects. They will produce short works based on scripts they have written and then publish them as part of their student portfolios.

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

This course in Folklorico dance covers a variety of creative dance movement experiences. Students will be exposed to basic dance techniques and principles including exploration of various rhythms, dance styles, spatial relationships, and the use of kinetic energy. The Folklorico dances emphasized in this course originate primarily from Mexico and Latin America. Lectures, readings, written work, and visual presentations on the history and culture of each region will further develop an appreciation and understanding of how and why these ethnic dances evolved. Students are required to perform at school functions and community functions and in one or more productions. 

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

Prerequisite: “C” in Beginning Folklorico Dance, dance experience, or teacher recommendation

 

This class is a continuation of skills and dances learned in Beginning Folklorico dance. Students will develop further style and technique and learn additional dances as a prerequisite for the Advanced level. In-depth study of ethnic dances will require written work and visual presentations on the history and culture of the specific region studied by the students. Students are required to perform at school and community functions.

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills “F” of UC/CSU A-G admission requirements

 

Prerequisite: “C” in Intermediate Folklorico Dance, advanced dance experience, or teacher recommendation

 

This class is a continuation of the skills and dances learned in Intermediate Folklorico Dance. Advanced dance skills and principles will be further developed. A greater emphasis will be given to authentic style and visual presentation, and students will participate in 12 performances throughout the year. In-depth study of ethnic dances will be required including written work and lectures. Students are required to perform at school functions and community functions.

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills SSFUSD graduation requirement only

 

Prerequisite: Basic typing skills, basic computer use, and fundamental use of the Internet

 

This is an entry-level course designed to teach students the process of planning, designing, and building professional web pages. Students will leave with a working knowledge of HTML and CSS.

Year Course (SSFHS only)

 

Fulfills SSFUSD graduation requirement only

 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Webpage Design 1

 

This is an advanced course designed to teach JavaScript, so students can create dynamic web pages. Students will leave with a working knowledge of JavaScript.