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Academy of Fine Arts |
The Fine Arts Academy is designed for students with the desire to express themselves artistically through a broad range of specialized classes ranging from Basic Design to Computer Animation. Classes are designed to develop a solid foundation in the fundamental aspects of both the history and technique of each art form. Students in this academy are encouraged to discover their own voice by creating art work that is both meaningful and challenging. *Students who meet the specific course of study requirements and have completed the required senior project may apply for SSHS Academy Certification in addition to their high school diploma.
* Disclaimer: These documents are updated regularly. If you are a current student and have started or completed the Course of Study for a specific Academy, and that Academy Course of Study has been modified since you started, please consult the Academy Advisor or your counselor as you have been grandfathered in under the original Course of Study.
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Emphasis - Visual Arts
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Course Offerings:
- Basic Design
- Drawing Painting
- Advanced Drawing & Painting
- AP Studio Art (Drawing)
- Digital Photography
- Senior Studio
To see Certification Requirements for this Emphasis, click here
To see the Suggested Course of Study for this Emphasis, click here |
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Emphasis - Animation
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Course Offerings:
- Basic Design
- Computer Applications
- Animation
- Advanced Animation
- Computerized Animation
- Senior Studio
To see Certification Requirements for this Emphasis, click here
To see the Suggested Course of Study for this Emphasis, click here |
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Academy of Performing Arts |
Students in this academy are given the opportunity to pursue and explore their talents in specialized performing arts electives while completing their high school academic program. The Academy of Performing Arts is comprised of five emphasis areas: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Dance. *Students who meet the specific course of study requirements and have completed the required senior project may apply for SSHS Academy Certification in addition to their high school diploma.
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Emphasis - Vocal Music
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Course Offerings:
- Show Choir
- Vocal Ensemble
- Jazz Choir
- Chamber Choir
- Musical Theatre (2 hours Period 8 & 9)
For more information, please see Mrs. Abbe's Santa Susana Choir website
To see Certification Requirements for this Emphasis, click here
To see the Suggested Course of Study for this Emphasis, click here |
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Emphasis - Instrumental Music
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Course Offerings:
- Wind Symphony
- Jazz Ensemble
- Concert Orchestra
- Wind Ensemble
- Concert Band
- Music Theory
- Production Orchestra (Period 8)
To see Certification Requirements for this Emphasis, click here
To see the Suggested Course of Study for this Emphasis, click here |
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Emphasis - Theater
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Course Offerings:
- Theatre Essentials
- Children's Theatre
- Basic Design
- Musical Theatre (2 hours Period 8 & 9)
- Music Theory OR Basic Design
- Play Production
To see Certification Requirements for this Emphasis, click here
To see the Suggested Course of Study for this Emphasis, click here |
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Emphasis - Dance
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Course Offerings:
- Pointe
- Dance Ensemble
- Ballet 1 & 2
- Tap 1 & 2
- Jazz 1 & 2
- Basic Design OR Music Theory
- Modern Dance & Composition
To see Certification Requirements for this Emphasis, click here
To see the Suggested Course of Study for this Emphasis, click here |
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Emphasis - Musical Theatre
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Course Offerings:
- Ballet 1 & Jazz 1, or Tap 1
- Theatre Essentials
- Play Production
- Show Choir
- Musical Theatre (2 hours Period 8 & 9)
To see Certification Requirements for this Emphasis, click here
To see the Suggested Course of Study for this Emphasis, click here |
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