Finalizing sculptures with a focus on unity and variety, followed by a gallery walk and self-reflection.

The construction phase where teams focus on structural balance and collaborative assembly of their recycled sculptures.

Introduction to the project, material collection via the letter home, and initial collaborative brainstorming and blueprinting.

Final touches, naming, and a gallery walk to reflect on the creative process and problem-solving journey.

The core construction phase where students face structural failures and collaborate on creative solutions.

Teams form, explore materials, and create structural blueprints for their recycled sculptures.

An introduction to the vibrant musical traditions of West Africa, focusing on iconic percussion and melodic instruments like the djembe, kora, and talking drum.

A deep dive into musical volume, covering Italian dynamic markings from pianissimo to fortissimo, plus gradual and sudden changes like crescendo and sforzando.

A comprehensive look at musical distance (Intervals) followed by a final studio review and assessment of all core concepts.

Focuses on the pulse of music (Tempo) and the character of individual notes (Articulation), exploring how speed and shape define musical style.

An introductory lesson on reading treble clef notes using the FACE and 'Every Good Boy Does Fine' mnemonics, redesigned with a purple treasure hunt theme.

A project-based lesson where students design a community seal inspired by Montana's tribal traditions, focusing on visual identity and symbolic storytelling.

A creative, structured guide for students to explore the intersection of graphic design and filmmaking, focusing on branding, character design, and visual storytelling.