A comprehensive sequence designed to teach 9th-grade students the fundamentals of oral communication, covering the sender-receiver model, encoding/decoding, feedback loops, and contextual influences.
A unit focused on the visual principles of brand identity, moving from theory (color, type) to creation using vector-based tools like Google Drawing.
A comprehensive identity design unit where students explore the psychological and visual elements of branding, including color theory, typography, and logo composition.
An intensive investigative unit on Franz Kafka's *The Metamorphosis* following the North Star/Uncommon Schools instructional model. The unit focuses on the thematic intersection of labor, identity, and dehumanization. Students analyze Gregor's alienation from his family and society through a structured rigorous framework including vocabulary acquisition, character identification, and thematic synthesis.
A series of relaxing, educationally-themed coloring and reflection resources for Digital Design students to use during a 'Creative Reset' period. These materials reinforce concepts of photography, branding, typography, and professional ethics through artistic engagement.
A comprehensive unit focused on mastering the three pillars of exposure: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO, culminating in full manual mode proficiency.
A gamified music theory unit for grades 7-12, focusing on rhythm, intervals, scales, and Roman numerals through competitive play and online tools.
A project-based learning sequence for theatre students focused on the directorial challenges of staging Matilda Jr. in two vastly different performance spaces: a traditional proscenium auditorium and a modern thrust-stage black box.
A sequence of introductory activities for new Digital Design students to build community and assess skill levels.
A 2-week comprehensive unit on podcast production, focusing on the intersection of journalistic research, interviewing, and technical audio mixing using Soundtrap. Students learn to craft compelling stories through sound while mastering professional digital audio workstation (DAW) workflows.
A fast-paced, one-week mini-project for high school digital music students focusing on the intersection of technical audio production, narrative storytelling, and interview techniques. Students produce a 3-5 minute 'micro-pod' from concept to final export.
A 4-day project sequence where high school students explore their digital identity through personal branding in Canva and short-form video production in CapCut. Students choose a personal 'niche'—such as gaming, fashion, or social advocacy—to build a cohesive visual presence.
A 10-day unit exploring 3D paper construction through the creation of animal forms or masks, focusing on precision, perseverance, and paper engineering.
A K-12 collaborative music video project where students across all grade levels work together to produce a 'Playing for Change' style cover of a protest song centered on equality and cultural identity. High school students lead production, while K-8 students provide the musical and visual heart of the performance.