Visual and Performing Arts
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Students majoring in Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) explore and develop their talents in fine arts, instrumental and vocal music, and theater. Seasonal in-house productions, stagecraft, fine art shows, musical and marching band performances take center stage under the guidance of our talented staff and trained professionals. Specialized coursework, individualized lessons, and collaborative experiences prepare students for launching their own artistic college experience and career. Course selection should be geared towards at least one of the following concentrations: Fine Arts, Instrumental, Vocal and Theater.
Recommended Program of Study
Grade 9
- English I
- Integrated Math I
- Science I
- Geography/Civics
- Physical Education/Health
- Level I VPA Class
- World Language
- Elective
Grade 10
- English II
- Integrated Math II
- Biology
- Economics
- Physical Ed/Drivers Ed
- Elective
- VPA class
- World Language
Grade 11
- English III
- Integrated Math III
- Science course
- US History
- VPA Class
- World Language
- Elective
- Elective
Grade 12
- English IV
- Mathematics class
- World History
- VPA Class
- Elective
- Elective
- Elective
- Elective
Additional courses or electives that relate to this major:
Extra-Curricular Music
Marching Band
Jazz Ensembles
Brass Choir
Sax Studio
Winter (indoor)Percussion
Winter (indoor) Guard
Little Big Band
Gospel Choir
Soloists Instruction/The Voice
Women’s Choir
Penn Players
Music Lab
Jazz Choir
Tri-M Music Honors Society
Online Courses:
• Art in World Cultures;
Art History and Criticism Honors;
Cosmetology; Fashion and Interior Design;
Hospitality and Tourism;
Sports and Entertainment Marketing;
Introduction to Social Media;
Mythology and Folklore;
Your Digital Footprint on Social Media;
Philosophy
Specific VPA courses or electives that relate to this major are listed on the other side of page, separated into the four
concentrations: Fine Art, Theatre, Instrumental Music and Vocal Music