A lesson exploring the evolution of English theater during the reign of King James I, focusing on stagecraft, darker themes, and the transition to indoor performance spaces.

A comparison of Shakespearean theater practices, focusing on the historical context of boy actors and social reactions to the stage across different reading levels.

A comprehensive lesson on film music focusing on iconic composers, the difference between motifs and themes, and the impact of scores in movies like Jaws and Ghostbusters.

A focused introduction to the B Major scale for beginner bassoonists. This lesson covers the complex fingerings required for five sharps and provides a daily routine for developing technical fluency and tone.

A lesson focused on the power of peer feedback in the contemporary art process, teaching students how to give and receive constructive criticism to fuel growth.

A 7-day independent project-based learning unit where students create a freestanding cardboard sculpture that symbolizes their personal identity, focusing on studio habits and career exploration.

A comprehensive 10-day unit focused on conceptualizing and creating 3D clay miniatures using Model Magic. Students explore career paths like set design and pottery while developing studio habits and problem-solving skills through iterative sculpting and self-analysis.

Applying color, texture, and detail using acrylics and paint markers, followed by a final project reflection.

Building the 3D form using advanced folding, scoring, and attachment techniques while practicing studio habits and perseverance.

Introduction to paper engineering techniques, career applications, and project planning for 3D paper animal or mask construction.

Students apply surface treatments and complete a final self-reflection and gallery critique of their paper sculptures.

The primary construction phase where students build their final 3D forms, focusing on structural integrity, balance, and studio habits.

Focuses on initial conceptualization, career exploration, and mastering paper folding techniques through prototyping and goal setting.