Course Grade: 11th
Course Grade: 11th
Digital Art
Step into the world where creativity meets technology—where your imagination can run wild and your ideas come to life with the click of a button. Whether you're already comfortable behind the screen or new to digital media, you will learn a variety of digital tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate while also experimenting with the capabilities of AI image generators. These tools will empower you to experiment, innovate, and express your artistic voice in ways that are only possible in the digital realm. Whether your focus is illustration, animation, or experimental techniques, this class offers the flexibility to explore a range of artistic expressions while mastering the digital tools of the future.
Prerequisites: Intro to Photography, or Intro to 2D, or by the recommendation from the Visual Art Department Head.
Advanced Photography
This course is designed for students who have a serious interest in building advanced photographic techniques, and ideas through experimentation, iteration, and critique. Based on interests and curiosity, students will research and explore artists, themes, and concepts in the world of art and photography. Students will work toward the independent application of themes and techniques predominantly in the digital darkroom and using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
Prerequisites: Photography or by the recommendation from the Visual Art Department Head.
Financial Algebra
Ever wondered, "How do I create a budget?" or "What's the secret to mastering debt?" Want to unravel the mysteries of taxes and insurance, and discover the keys to paving your way through college expenses? In this course, you will be using skills you have previously learned in Integrated Math 3 (or Algebra II) to deepen your knowledge on personal finances. Get ready to transform your understanding of money, making it not just about equations but about owning your financial future with confidence!
Students can opt to take this class at the Honors level
Prerequisites: Integrated Math 2 or Algebra 1
Mathematics, Design, and Art
Discover the beauty where mathematics, design and art intersect. Students will explore mathematical concepts and their applications in artistic fields, including geometry, symmetry, patterns, and proportions. Through hands-on projects and creative problem-solving, students will work with a variety of media to study and create connections between math, architecture, design, visual art, and more. This course provides a unique opportunity to deepen mathematical understanding while fostering creativity and innovation.
Students can opt to take this class at the Honors level
Prerequisites: Integrated Math 2 or Algebra 1
13.1 Project
13.1 Project meets everyday to train for half marathons, incorporating fitness, strength training and yoga. Throughout the course of the term, students will participate in 3 races, culminating with the Hyannis Half Marathon.
Running Team
Spring Running is an all-abilities running team. We train after school from 3:45pm - 5pm, on running trails and in the neighborhoods around Beaver. We also participate in local trail and road races of varying distances throughout the season. Running is fun and even more fun with friends!
Spring Volleyball
All Gender. Practice and train to become a better volleyball player! Practices will include individual and team skill development, positioning and learning the most important aspects of volleyball. If possible, some matches may be scheduled.
Yoga
Join us for a combination of yoga, self defense and mindfulness class! Find deep focus and relaxation. Learn strikes and combinations, grapple releases, mindfulness based situational awareness, and humanitarian focused conflict negotiation. We all deserve to both feel, and be, safe on a daily basis.
Meets 3 days/week, 12:05pm-12:50pm
Sports Performance and Fitness
Program runs in the afternoon, 3 days/week 3:45-5:30. Sports Performance and Fitness focuses on strengthening and improving endurance in the body, while incorporating balance, stability, strength and cardiovascular training. They will have access to the weight room, gym spaces and the turf. Athletes will use barbells, kettlebells, dumbbells, bands, and will learn how to use bodyweight exercises to move safely and effectively whether it is to improve athletic performance or just maintain general health. We also teach recovery strategies such as foam rolling techniques and active mobility work.
Spin Class
Spin class meets 2 or 3x/week, from 3:45-5:00. Depending on numbers, students may be split into early and late sessions.
Rock Climbing
This program will meet 3x/week in the afternoon and will travel offsite to a rock climbing gym. There will be a mix of bouldering, rope climbing, lead climbing, and auto belays.