Are you Curious about the variety of classes that we offer at Parkside?

Click on the course codes below to see a few of the websites that have been created to support our students.

GRADE 9 ART (AVI1O)

No Prerequisites:  This is a foundational course that will prepare students for grade 10 or grade 11 art class.
In grade 9 we desire students to explore a variety of different art mediums (painting, perspective drawing, sculpture...) with the intent of discovering what medium they enjoy the most.  
Overall Goal = HAVE FUN & Create art that is personal

grade 10 Art (AVI2o)

No Prerequisites:  If you desire to follow art through your high school career, this course is recommended. 
In grade 10 art we continue to build upon the skills that were acquired in grade 9.  Students start to explore the technical aspects of drawing & painting.  In grade 10 we also introduce printmaking (with a press and silkscreening clothes!)

Grade 11 offers a wide variety of art Choices:  Craft, Media Arts, Traditional Art

Grade 11 Craft (AWA3o)

No Prerequisites: This course can not be used as a prerequisite for any of the grade 12 art classes.
This course is designed to foster students creativity in craft.  We will explore a variety of craft mediums (paper, fabric, glass, upcycling...) and students are encouraged to create based upon their personal passions.

Grade 11 Media Arts (ASM3M)

Prerequisite: (AVI2O or special permission)
This course explores online and computer based art.  Students create their own website, post their art online, create videos, stop motions, gifs, draw with tablets, and learn the basics of taking a great photograph.

Students are encouraged to identify their personal interests and hobbies and build art that holds personal meaning.  

If you plan to take the photography course in grade 12, this course is a great starting point.

Grade 11 Visual Art (AV13M)

Prerequisite: (AVI1O, AVI2O)
Students continue to explore the technical aspects of watercolour, print making (with drypoint and intaglio), mix media, expressive self-portraits, and so much more.  But, most of all students are encouraged to use their artwork as self-expression and a reflective exploration of each artist's personality and interests.

If you plan to take AVI4M, this course will better prepare you for the technical aspects of that grade 12 course.

Students can use the grade 12 courses that we offer to apply to college or university.

Grade 12 Photography (AWQ4M)

Prerequisite: (ASM3M OR AVI3M)
​Students learn how to use a pinhole camera and a traditional darkroom.  The history and evolution of photography is discussed, but most of all, student are provided with a variety of photography tasks that help them develop the skill of taking 'great photographs': both compositionally and technically.

If students have their own digital camera or personal 35mm SLR camera, they are encouraged to use it.  However, the classroom is equipped with digital cameras, digital SLRs and 35mm cameras. You do not need your own camera to take this course.

Grade 12 Visual Arts (AVI4M)

Prerequisite: (ASM3M OR AVI3M)
​In grade 12, students are encouraged to build a body of work that reflects their artistic passions and personality.  Students are encouraged to work on a larger scale, explore figurative drawing/painting and create a work in a series.  

Grade 12 Independent Course

Students who have completed grade 12 Photography OR grade 12 Visual Art and desire to explore an artistic area deeper are eligible to speak to guidance, Ms. Cameron and/or Ms. Pitford about an independent course.  

​Space is limited & special permission is needed.
Each of the grade 12 art classes will prepare students for University or College, or will build a foundation for students who enjoy creating art in their spare time.  

The skills that students acquire in art class transcends "making fun stuff" or going to 'art school'.  Students learn skills that will translate into everyday life and any workplace:
  • problem solving,
  • positive communication skills,
  • resilience,
  • observation skills,
  • empathy,
  • willingness to look deeper and ask questions,  
  • seeing connections,
  • ​creative thinking
  • and so much more!

Parents & Students:  an "M" course can be used to apply to college or university, same as a "c" (College) or "U" (university) course.
Contact
Ms. Cameron m.cameron@tvdsb.ca
Ms. Pitford t.piford@tvdsb.ca 

Call us at 519-633-0090

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