AP Studio Art: 2D Drawing & Painting - ART 202/203
Open to Grades: 11-12
Length of Course: Full Year
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Advanced Art
Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts or Elective
Fee: $20 + $96 AP Exam
Intensive one year program intended for the highly motivated Art student. Emphasis is placed upon design concepts & the students producing quality works of art through an ongoing process involving informed investigations and critical decision-making. Submitting an AP Portfolio will allow students to possibly earn a college humanities credit which is
applicable to any major. This portfolio consists of a minimum of 18-24 original drawing.
DRAWING - ART 117
Open to Grades: 9-12
Length of Course: One Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts or Elective
Fee: $30
In this hands-on studio class, students will learn techniques and methods for creating two dimensional artwork using dry mediums such as graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, and pastels. Students will learn how to actively apply the Elements of Art and Principles of Design to minor and major projects including perspective drawing, still life, portraiture, and more, and will use the 4-step method of art criticism to analyze and communicate about artwork. Students will maintain a personal sketchbook of assigned and self-selected sketches and exercises. In addition, students will gain exposure to various artists, styles, and movements within art history.
PAINTING - ART 118
Open to Grades: 9-12
Length of Course: One Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts or Elective
Fee: $30
In this hands-on studio class, students will learn techniques and methods for creating two dimensional artwork using wet mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, and gouache. Students will learn how to actively apply the Elements of Art and Principles of Design to minor and major projects including. exploratory and technique-focused paintings in various styles, and will use the 4-step method of art criticism to analyze and communicate about artwork. Students will maintain a personal sketchbook of assigned and self-selected sketches and exercises. In addition, students will gain exposure to various artists, styles, and movements within art history.
AP 2D Digital Art & Design
- ART 204/205
Open to Grades: 10-12
Length of Course: One Semester
Credit: 1.0-2.0
Prerequisite: Digital Photo 1 & 2 Graphic Design recommended
Graduation Requirement: CCTE or Art
Fee: $40 + $96 AP Fee
This Advanced Placement class will prompt students to create a portfolio consisting of 15 images that investigate an essential question of their choosing through photography, digital/analog
manipulation, and written statements. Qualified portfolios may earn students college credit. This is a rigorous course that will require students to complete journal entries and gather content outside of class. Recommended prerequisites are two of the following: Digital Photo I, Digital Photo II, Graphic Design, CAPS (digital media focus). Please email renner@ridgefieldsd.org with any questions.
YEARBOOK
DIGITAL ARTS
DIGITAL PHOTO
CAREER: Visual Arts
The Arts, A/V Technology & Communication Career Cluster focuses in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing or publishing multimedia content. Students will apply artistic talent to practical problems and learn visual arts principles that prepare them with skills and techniques to work in any number of creative design and entertainment fields.
RHS COURSES OFFERED
EXPLORATORY
Ceramics 1 & 2
Advanced Art A & B
PREPARATORY
AP Studio Art 3D: Ceramics
AP Studio Art: 2D Drawing & Painting
Career Opportunities Forecast
OCCUPATIONS | MEDIAN WAGE | ANNUAL OPENINGS | % GROWTH |
|---|---|---|---|
Multimedia Artist & Animators | $103,670 | 1,328 | 3.5% |
Art Teacher | $70,500 | 1,617 | 1.2% |
Web Developer | $83,530 | 7,326 | 3.4% |
Film & Video Editors | $69,352 | 163 | 1.4% |
Creative Director | $112,900 | 789 | .5% |
Illustration | $66,000 | 1,048 | .1% |
Post Secondary Options
High School Certificate | Certificate/License | Associates Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Masters/ | Schools with Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA Fine Arts AAT Visual Communications AA-DTA Art & Design AFA Digital Arts & Photography | Clark | ||||
Visual Communications | AAS & AAS-T Multimedia Design AAS & AAS-T Visual Communications | BAS Integrated Design | Highline CC | ||
AAS Multimedia, Web Designer AAS-T Multimedia, Web Developer | BFA Graphic Design BFA Visual Communications Design BFA Fine Arts Studio | MA Graphic Design MFA Ceramics Art Education Painting Jewelry | CWU |
CAREER: Arts, A/V Technology & Communication
The Arts, A/V Technology & Communication Career Cluster focuses in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing or publishing multimedia content. Students will apply artistic talent to practical problems and learn visual arts principles that prepare them with skills and techniques to work in any number of creative design and entertainment fields.
RHS COURSES OFFERED
EXPLORATORY
Digital Photography 1 & 2
Graphic Design
Communication Technologies Worksite Learning
PREPARATORY
Yearbook A and B
Animation
CAPS Digital Design & Media A & B
AP 2D Digital Art & Design
Career Opportunities Forecast
OCCUPATIONS | MEDIAN WAGE | ANNUAL OPENINGS | % GROWTH |
|---|---|---|---|
Multimedia Artist & Animators | $103,670 | 1,328 | 3.5% |
Public Relations Specialist | $66,420 | 2,206 | 1.2% |
Web Developer | $83,530 | 7,326 | 3.4% |
Film & Video Editors | $69,352 | 163 | 1.4% |
Photographer | $37,540 | 1,296 | .5% |
Producers & Directors | $65,920 | 1,048 | .1% |
Post Secondary Options
High School Certificate | Certificate/ | Associates Degree | Bachelor's Degree | Masters/ | Schools with Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Visual Design Video Production 3D Design | AA Digital/Media Arts AAT Visual Communications AA-DTA Art & Design AFA Digital Arts & Photography | Animation Interactive Technology Video Graphics Computer & Information Sciences Graphic Design Intermedia/Multimedia Digital Technology & Culture | Clark | ||
AAS & AAS-T Multimedia Design AAS & AAS-T Visual Communications | BAS Integrated Design | Highline CC | |||
AAS Multimedia, Web Designer AAS-T Multimedia, Web Developer | BFA Graphic Design BFA Visual Communications Design | MA Graphic Design | CWU |
Work Experience Opportunities
CCTE students in many cases can pursue what is called a "work-based learning" opportunity or an internship involving a job outside of school. "Work-based learning" experiences are always paid and earn high school credit. Internships are typically paid but do not earn academic credit. Counselors and CCTE teachers work with local employers to arrange these opportunities for their students. If you are interested in learning more, reach out to your counselor for more information.
Student Leadership Organizations
SkillsUSA is a national organization for students exploring trade, industrial, technical health and service-related careers. At Ridgefield High School, students can supplement their Digital Arts experience with experience, teamwork, and competition through Skills USA. We meet once a month and devise community service projects as well as products to sell at our store, Spudworks.
Students can work in a variety of fields including video production, graphic design, illustration, and project management. All students are welcome and do not have to be currently enrolled in a digital arts course! Check out our instagram pages for RHSDigitalArts https://www.instagram.com/rhsdigitalarts/ and CAPS https://www.instagram.com/rhs_caps/
In addition to a discipline you may focus on, we strive to build and reinforce self-confidence, work ethic and communication skills. This organization promotes superior work skills, life-long education, leadership, teamwork, citizenship and community service among its student members. Join Skills USA today by contacting Mr. Hundley jared.hundley@ridgefieldsd.org
Example Course Plan
4 YEAR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
SUBJECT/CREDIT | HS CREDIT EARNED IN MS | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENGLISH/4 | English 9 | English 10 | English 11 | AP Literature | |
MATH/3 | Algebra | Geometry | Algebra 2 | ||
SOCIAL STUDIES/3 | World History | US History | CWI | ||
LAB SCIENCE/3 | Biology | Physics | Chemistry | ||
CTE/1 | Digital Photo 1 Digital 2 | Yearbook A & B | |||
PE & HEALTH/2 | Health | Sports Fit | |||
ART/1 | Draw/Paint 1 | Ceramics 1 | Advanced Art A & B | ||
PPR or ELECTIVES/7 | Spanish 1 | Spanish 2 | AP Art |
Example Course Plan
2 YEAR COLLEGE/TECH
SUBJECT/CREDIT | HS CREDIT EARNED IN MS | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENGLISH/4 | English 9 | English 10 | English 11 | AP Literature | |
MATH/3 | Algebra | Geometry | Algebra 2 | ||
SOCIAL STUDIES/3 | World History | US History | CWP | ||
LAB SCIENCE/3 | Physics | Biology | Chemistry | ||
CTE/1 | Ceramics 1 | CAPS: Digital Design | |||
PE & HEALTH/2 | Health | Sports Fit | |||
ART/1 | Draw/Paint | Advanced Art A&B | Animation | ||
PPR or ELECTIVES/7 | French 1 | French 2 | Theater 1 | AP Art |
Example Course Plan
4 YEAR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
SUBJECT/CREDIT | HS CREDIT EARNED IN MS | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENGLISH/4 | English 9 | English 10 | English 11 | AP Literature | |
MATH/3 | Algebra | Geometry | Algebra 2 | Pre-Calculus | |
SOCIAL STUDIES/3 | World History | US History | CWI | ||
LAB SCIENCE/3 | AP Environmental Science | Biology | Physics | Chemistry | |
CTE/1 | Digital Photo 1 | CAPS | |||
PE & HEALTH/2 | Health | Sports Fit | |||
ART/1 | Jazz Choir | Graphic Design | |||
PPR or ELECTIVES/7 | Spanish 1 | Spanish 2 | Yearbook A&B |
Example Course Plan
2 YEAR COLLEGE/TECH
SUBJECT/CREDIT | HS CREDIT EARNED IN MS | 9TH GRADE | 10TH GRADE | 11TH GRADE | 12TH GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ENGLISH/4 | English 9 | English 10 | English 11 | AP Literature | |
MATH/3 | Algebra | Geometry | Algebra 2 | Probability | |
SOCIAL STUDIES/3 | World History | US History | CWI | ||
LAB SCIENCE/3 | Physics | Biology | Chemistry | ||
CTE/1 | Graphic Design | CAPS | |||
PE & HEALTH/2 | Health | Sports Fit | |||
ART/1 | Digital Photo 1 | Animation | |||
PPR or ELECTIVES/7 | ASL 1 | ASL 2 | Yearbook A&B | Yearbook A&B |
These example course plans are just two of many options. See your counselor or career specialist for any questions or support.