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Band 5 Credits
A performing instrumental group. Rehearsals meet a minimum of two times a week. Members are expected to practice and turn in homework using SmartMusic.
Concert Choir 5 Credits
A vocal performance group. No auditions or previous experience are required; all are welcome. The choir performs for churches as well as other concerts and some limited touring.
Dakota Singers 5 Credits
A small vocal performing organization that tours extensively. Auditions required; reading music is a must. Enrollment in voice lessons and/or Concert Choir is required. Students who enroll must be able to commit to one year.
Dakota Ringers 5 Credits
Instruction and practice are given in the art of playing hand bells. Dakota Ringer members perform for musical events. Students who enroll must be able to commit to one year.
Ensemble Varied Credit
Private Lessons 2 credits
Voice, keyboard, and instrument lessons may be
arranged with the music director. Regular practice
required. One credit is given per semester.
Art I: Intro. to Drawing and Media 10 Credits
An introduction to drawing skills in several media ranging
from charcoal to water color. Work is done primarily in
class from still life and other viewed subjects. Basic
visual perspective is emphasized first quarter.
Art II: Intro. to Composition & Design 5 Credits
A course centering on the design and arrangements of
shapes, color theory, art history, and calligraphy.
Students learn the basic principles of design and
composition while studying master works from Medieval
to Baroque periods. Offered first semester.
Prerequisite: completion of or concurrent enrollment in Art I; Fee: $40
Art II: Printmaking and Sculpture 5 Credits
Printmaking projects include linoleum and wood block
prints, beginning with black and white and progressing to
multicolor prints. Sculpture projects will be in plaster,
clay, wood, wire, cardboard, and cloth with emphasis on
learning three-dimensional design and media
introduction. Offered second semester, odd years.
Prerequisites: Art I & Art II--1st semester; Fee: $40
Art II: Introduction to Painting 5 Credits
A course introducing students to painting in the following
media: acrylic, oil, and watercolor. Emphasis is on
learning painting techniques and the creation of personal
works of art. Offered second semester, even years.
Prerequisites: Art I & Art IIB1st semester; Fee: $40
Art III & Art IV: Independent Study 10 Credits each
Courses allowing students opportunity for advanced
development of skills in media for which they have
completed the introductory course. Offered first and
second semester. Instructor permission required.
Written outline and deadlines for projects must be
submitted to the instructor.
Prerequisites: Art I, Art II: Intro. to Composition and Design, Art II:
Print-making and Sculpture or Art II: Introduction to Painting; Fee:
$40/semester