Ceramics

This one-year course is designed to provide students with a strong foundation of ceramics through the study of basic techniques and knowledge of three-dimensional design. In this beginning class, students will explore hand-building and wheel-throwing methods. Through collaboration and production, connections will be made between ceramics and their academic studies, lives, and the world around them. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one Arts/Humanities credit required for graduation.

This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Ceramics I and will include an in-depth study of techniques and knowledge of three-dimensional design. Students will develop hand building and wheel throwing methods. Through collaboration and production, connections will be expanded between ceramics and their academic studies, lives, and the world around them. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one Arts/Humanities credit required for graduation.

This one-year advanced course is designed to follow Ceramics I and II and will build upon knowledge of three-dimensional design specific to ceramic arts. In this advanced class a student will further develop hand-building or wheel throwing skills or a combination of both. Vocabulary development, exploration of advanced surface decoration, the use of a variety of firing methods and communication of artistic ideas will be emphasized. Students will analyze and discuss their work and the work of others and will be required to exhibit their work. Instructional practices will incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course will fulfill either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation