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Introductions…Mr. Brad Milhoan (Co-
coordinator and Technology teacher)
Ms. Lauriel Adsit (Co-coordinator and Fine Art teacher)
Overview of ArtsTECH Academy
California Partnership Academy (school within a school)
3-year program beginning in 10th grade
2 strands from which to choose: Visual Arts and Technology or Theatre Arts
Broad selection of career choices: (Animation, Fashion Design, Architecture, Illustration, Game Design, actor, interior design, Set Design, Script Writer, Graphic Design, Director, Photography, Audio/Video Production, New Media Design)
College credit for Academy technology capstone courses
ArtsTECH essential question:
“How do art and technology influence
ourselves and culture.”
10th grade focus: Self-Discovery through the Arts
11th grade focus: Community Connections
12th grade focus: Exploring Careers
Curriculum developed through thematic units for each grade level with culminating projects
The Three C’s:Creating Community
Connections
Why…Relevance to real world experiencesCareer exploration Making a positive impact on
themselves and community
The Three C’s:Creating Community Connections
Who…Neighborhood
Friends/Family Community Organizations
Non-ProfitLocal Businesses/Professionals
Advisory boardConsultants/Independent contractors
The Three C’s:Creating Community Connections
How…
Integrated ProjectsFriends of Rose Canyon (10th &12th
grade)
Teen Community Publication (11th grade)
Friends of Rose Canyon Project
Overview of Unit: Connecting Art and Nature
Driving Question: “What is an urban nature preserve, and why is it is important?” “How can we (ArtsTECH students) educate other about the
importance of protecting our local habitat?”
Time allowance for project
Objectives
Process Make contact with client, discuss clients need, presentation to
class, guest speakers/field trips, students begins production process, evaluation of project and students work, reassess and rework, distribution of project.
Teen Community Publication
Overview of Unit: Disseminating Information to Teenagers in the Community
Driving Question: “Where do Teenagers get information about events, activities, music,
movies, etc., that interest them?” “How can we (ArtsTECH 11th graders) create a local publication/magazine
that will meet the needs and interests of teenagers (ages 14-21) in the community?”
Time allowance for project
Objectives
Process Make contact with client, discuss clients need, presentation to class, guest
speakers/field trips, students begins production process, evaluation of project and students work, reassess and rework, distribution of project.