John Glenn High School - VPAA Visual Performing and Applied Arts - Course Offerings and Descriptions 2020-2021 - Visual Art

Aug 29, 2026

John Glenn High School VPAA Visual Performing and Applied Arts provides a detailed overview of Visual Art course offerings for the 2020–2021 school year. The department uses a choice-based instructional model centered on self-directed studio work and portfolio completion demonstrating mastery of course learning objectives. Course descriptions cover Art 2D and Art 3D foundations, advanced Studio Art concentrations in 2D and 3D with prerequisites and portfolio review, and Art Portfolio Prep focused on independent exploration, AP preparatory assignments, teacher conferences, and flex-block enrollment requirements.

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VPAA Visual Performing and Applied Arts

Visual Art Department Approach

Art 2D

Art 3D

Studio Art: 2D Concentration

Studio Art: 3D Concentration

Art Portfolio Prep

JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS/ COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2020 – 2021 VPAA-Visual Performing and Applied Arts *Art, Band, Choir, Computers, Theatre/Film, and Speech/Public Speaking ART The JGHS Visual Art Department has adopted a choice-based instructional model for all courses. Students will be self-directed in their studio work; completing a portfolio of work that shows mastery of learning objectives specific to each courses. “Choice-based art education regards students as artists and offers them real choices for responding to their own ideas and interests through the making of art. Choice-based art education supports multiple modes of learning and assessment for the diverse needs of students.” - © 2016 Teaching for Artistic Behavior. Please visit the following website(s) for additional information about Choice-Based Instruction/Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB) [http://teachingforartisticbehavior.org](http://teachingforartisticbehavior.org) Art 2D 1 Semester Open to Grades 9-12 This course is designed to introduce the basic terminology, skills and aesthetic approaches used to create two-dimensional art. Students will develop basic drawing skills, study color theory, basic painting techniques and work in a variety of media. This course emphasizes intuitive and creative thinking. The concepts studied will stress the elements and principles of design utilizing two-dimensional media. Students will: 1. Understand and employ the procedures in producing a quality work of art. 2. Be able to define the elements and principles of design. 3. Use a variety of 2D media (drawing, painting) to create art. 4. Practice proper care and storage of materials and equipment. Note: Students may choose to take Art 2D for multiple years, if they would like to enroll in an art course but prefer not to apply for Studio Art, which is an advanced course. Prerequisite: None Art 3D 1 Semester Open to Grades 10-12 (Grade 9 with Portfolio Review and Teacher Recommendation only) This course is designed to introduce the basic terminology, skills and aesthetic approaches used to create three-dimensional art. Students in this course will work in ceramics as well as other 3D media. This course emphasizes intuitive and creative thinking. The concepts studied will stress the elements and principles of design utilizing three-dimensional media. Student will master basic hand building ceramic techniques. Students will create decorative, functional, and sculptural works of art. Students will: 1. Understand and employ the procedures in producing a quality work of art. 2. Be able to define the elements and principles of design. 3. Use a variety of 3D media (ceramic/paper mache/wire) to create art. 4. Practice proper care and storage of materials and equipment. Note: Students may choose to take Foundations-3D for multiple years, if they would like to enroll in an art course but prefer not to apply for Studio Art, which is an advanced course. Prerequisite: None Studio Art: 2D Concentration 2 Semesters Open to Grades 10-12 This course is designed for advanced art students who are strongly motivated to increase their knowledge of the arts for career development, personal satisfaction, or both. Students will study advanced techniques and work with a variety of two dimensional media. Emphasis will be placed on composition, craftsmanship, design, and artistic voice. Students will: 1. Understand and employ the procedures in producing a quality work of art. 2. Student art will be informed by the elements and principles of design. 3. Use a variety of advanced 2D media to create art. 4. Practice proper care and storage of materials and equipment. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art 2D with a grade of a B or higher, portfolio review, and teacher approval. Transfer students must submit a portfolio for teacher review for admission into this course. Studio Art: 3D Concentration 2 Semesters

FAQs

What instructional model does the Visual Art Department use?

The department uses a choice-based instructional model. Students work self-directed in studios and complete a portfolio showing mastery of each course’s learning objectives.

What topics are covered in Art 2D?

Art 2D introduces terminology, drawing skills, color theory, basic painting techniques, and work in multiple two-dimensional media. Students also study design elements and principles using 2D media.

What are the prerequisites for Studio Art: 2D and 3D concentrations?

Both concentrations require successful completion of the related foundation course with a B or higher, plus portfolio review and teacher approval. Transfer students must submit a portfolio for teacher review for admission.

Aug 29, 2026

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