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.

A comprehensive lesson where students learn to edit a teacher appreciation video using Adobe Premiere Pro, focusing on narrative pacing and emotional storytelling.

A comprehensive project where students create a 15-slide digital portfolio exploring every element and principle of art through research and visual curation.

A photography and writing unit where students explore the intersection of identity and environment, using environmental portraiture to craft social commentary and narrative descriptions.

The final premiere of the music video at the All-town Music Tech Showcase, followed by a live performance and student reflection on the collaborative process.

The technical phase involving on-location recordings at elementary and middle schools, followed by high school student-led mixing and video production.

Introduction to the 'Playing for Change' concept, exploring the themes of the chosen protest song, and laying the groundwork for the K-12 collaboration.

A comprehensive lesson for high school musicians on managing performance anxiety through mindfulness, cognitive strategies, and achieving flow state. Students develop a personal mental toolkit for high-stakes performances.

A multi-disciplinary lesson where students blend environmental science and music production. They will analyze natural soundscapes and create original compositions using field recordings to promote ecological awareness.

An assessment focused on high school printing standards, centered on a specific printing proficiency rubric.

A deep dive into cinematic lighting, from the physics of light and 3-point setups to professional styles like Rembrandt and Butterfly lighting, including a hands-on assessment.

A high-energy culinary challenge where students use mystery Easter-themed ingredients to create unique dishes, focusing on creativity, flavor, and presentation.

A creative project where students research and present the magic of Broadway. Students can choose a specific musical, a legendary composer, or a famous performer to showcase on an informational poster.

A comprehensive introduction to the physiological and technical aspects of singing, covering vocal anatomy, breath support, vocal registers, and resonance.

A comprehensive lesson for high school digital art students exploring the principles of visual balance, including symmetrical, asymmetrical, radial, and crystallographic types. Students will analyze visual weight and apply these concepts to digital compositions.

High school and undergraduate students bridge the gap between digital image manipulation and traditional painting by analyzing how software filters alter color theory and recreating these effects on canvas.

A comprehensive introduction to reading standard musical notation on the guitar, specifically targeting open strings and the first position notes for high school beginners.

The final mission: applying all previous skills to brand-new musical scores. Students learn the "STARS" sight-reading method to analyze and play a piece perfectly on the first try.

Tackling tied notes, dotted rhythms, and basic syncopation. Students learn how to maintain a steady beat while reading complex rhythmic variations.

Learning to read music by the distance between notes (steps vs. leaps) rather than just note names. This lesson builds speed and accuracy for fluent reading.

Navigating the score with repeats, 1st and 2nd endings, and navigation markings like D.C. al Fine and D.S. al Coda. Students build a "roadmap" of the music before playing.

Focusing on the symbols that change the "how" of playing, including dynamics (p, f, mf) and articulations (staccato, accent, tenuto). Students learn to read the character of the music, not just the notes.

Exploring the difference between 4/4, 3/4, and 2/4 time signatures. Students will practice feeling the strong beats and identifying how measures are divided in different meters.

Mastering the "code" of sharps and flats at the beginning of the staff. Students learn to apply key signatures to every note in a phrase and recognize common band keys like Bb and Eb.

Students will learn to identify and play notes that extend above and below the standard five-line staff using ledger lines. The session focuses on the logical extension of the musical alphabet into "The Great Beyond."

A counselor-led artistic expression session where teenagers create faux stained glass using simple materials. The activity focuses on mindfulness, color theory, and personal expression through light and color.

A performance-based task where students adapt and perform scenes from Macbeth. It includes specific scaffolds and assessment tools designed for WIDA Level 2-3 ELLs to demonstrate growth in speaking and listening.

A lesson exploring the intersection of digital manipulation and traditional painting. Students analyze how digital filters affect color theory, light, and saturation, then recreate a digitally altered image on canvas.