Realistic Drawing: Learn how to draw precise lines and patterns. Discover how to draw more realistically, practicing with still life and grid drawings. Then learn the secrets of the system of perspective and make a drawing that looks 3D! (Ms. Pomranky)

Art History: Introduction: Where did this artwork come from- and what does it mean? Learn to read artwork in this thematic introduction to Art History. (Ms. Manuel)

Acting for Film, TV & Commercials: Students will learn acting techniques specific to Film and TV, they will look at how styles have changed in these mediums over the years, and they will perform short scenes or monologues from some of their favorite TV shows and movies. (Ms. Thompson)

Ukulele 1: In this class for first-time ukulele players, you will learn the basics of ukulele playing. Students will learn to play popular songs while discovering several common chords and strumming patterns. (Mrs. Gallinari)

Broadcast Journalism: Those with a nose for news will have the opportunity to produce periodic video news pieces with a student voice for the AACA community. (Mr. Mierisch) Fulfills drama requirement

Coding Styles: Ever wonder what makes a website or web app look the way they look? Learn how to use different technologies and languages like CSS, HTML, and JavaScript to code a web interface with your own unique style. (Mr. Domínguez) Fulfills visual art requirement

Cartooning and Doodling: Learn how to draw different facial expressions and create a unique cartoon character. Then put that character in a cartoon that tells a story without words! (Ms. Pomranky)

Playwriting: Students will read plays by some of the most prominent playwrights and learn how to write their own play. (Ms. Thompson)

Advanced Band: Continue developing your instrument and musicianship skills with higher-level music in Advanced Band. There will be multiple performance opportunities throughout the year, including full-band concerts and smaller group performances. Must have at least one year of experience on your instrument, either in AACA's Beginning or Intermediate Band or through private lessons. (Mrs. Gallinari). Full-year/3-trimester commitment

Audio Art:  Students choose to create either a soundscape or a physical sculpture that produces sound. Examples of existing works are explored, and students learn audio editing techniques to create original works. (Mr. Mierisch) Fulfills music requirement

Sewing 2 (Embroidery) Embellish fabric or clothing with your own unique, sewn designs! (Ms. Pomranky)

Comedy: Students will rehearse and perform comedic monologues and scenes, write their own comedic scenes, and participate in improvisation activities and games. (Ms. Thompson)

Orff Ensemble*: In Orff Ensemble, we will use xylophones, drums, and other percussion instruments to create and perform multi-part musical arrangements with classmates. Students who enjoyed Orff Ensemble this year are welcome to take it again next year. This class will only be offered if we are in school. (Mrs. Gallinari)  
*If e-learning, this class will be Composing & Songwriting: Explore the many ways that people "write down" and share musical ideas and songs. Students will form and explore their own musical ideas, document their ideas using a variety of apps, software, and other non-traditional forms of music notation, and share their musical creations

Digital & Mixed Reality Sculpture: Virtual objects intersecting with the physical world are increasingly common. In this class students will create or manipulate virtual 3D objects and place them into film and still settings in the real world, exploring the expressive possibilities in merging the two spaces. (Mr. Mierisch)

Graphic Design 2: This course offers the students advanced concepts in Digital Design. Students will learn about photo manipulation and editing, perception, color composition, and color palettes. We will put all these concepts in practice with the help of Adobe Photoshop. (Mr. Domínguez) Fulfills visual art requirement

Printmaking: Make copies of your art! Create an original design by carving or collaging, and then roll with ink or color with markers to make prints (Ms. Pomranky)

Art History: Modern and Contemporary What does it mean? Explore modern and contemporary artwork and learn how to “read” what an artist is saying. (Ms. Manuel)

Play: Students will audition, be cast in, rehearse and perform a professionally written play. The play chosen will be able to be performed in person or online.  Students interested in backstage work should contact Ms. Thompson. You must have teacher permission to do this. (Ms. Thompson)

Advanced Band: Year-long class, see Trimester 1 description

Broadcast Journalism: Reoccurring class, see Trimester 1 description.

Paper Mache*: Build 3D sculptures using paper mache. (Ms. Pomranky)
*If e-learning, this class will be Cardboard Sculpture: Build an animal mask out of cardboard. Learn how to use the cardboard to create different textures.

Art History: Art from Many Places: Explore and respond to artwork from around the world in this art history class. (Ms. Manuel)

Radio Drama/ Podcasts: Students will learn how to write, produce, and record their own radio dramas and podcasts. This class will focus on vocal acting, sound effects, and how to effectively tell a story. (Ms. Thompson)

Ukulele 2: Build on skills learned in Ukulele I. Students will learn to play more advanced chords and expand their repertoire of songs. Students will also select some of the songs that they learn, allowing for customization of their song repertoire based on personal music tastes. One Trimester (Mrs. Gallinari)

Broadcast Journalism: Reoccurring class, see trimester 1 description.

3D Modeling and Animation: In this course students will be introduced to the computer’s 3D world. They will learn the basics of modeling and animation by using Blender, a 3D suite of tools used by professionals in Hollywood films. One Trimester (Mr. Domínguez) Fulfills visual art requirement

Metal: Sculpt with metal! Begin with relief sculpture, turning a flat piece of metal into a radially symmetrical design. Then explore sculpting with wire, twisting it to make a tree (Ms. Pomranky)

Performing Playwriting Plays*: Students will take some of the plays written in playwriting class and rehearse and perform full productions of them. Students interested in backstage work should contact Ms. Thompson. You must have teacher permission to be part of Backstage Crew.  (Ms. Thompson)
*If e e-learning, this class will do a staged reading of the playwriting plays online, but will also include public speaking: learning how to perform monologues and speeches.

Advanced Band: Year-long class, see Trimester 1 description

Survey of Western Music: A brief introductory overview to the history of Western Art Music, starting with music in the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages, and progressing through the late-nineteen/early twentieth centuries. This will introduce the idea of musical style periods and will include listening to sample works, and is not a comprehensive music history course. (Mr. Mierisch)