Fine Arts
Visual Arts
2.00 credits of Fine Arts (or 1.00 Fine Arts + 1.00 Personalized Pathway Requirement) are required for
graduation.
The Visual Arts courses and programs are a dynamic part of the school’s comprehensive curriculum. Students
from beginners to advanced artists are served in the visual arts. Courses are designed for students interested in
experimenting with materials and ideas, learning techniques and skills of the visual arts, and building self-expression and self-confidence. Full participation in an AP course includes submitting the arts portfolio, for
which the experienced visual arts student will be prepared through the year.
graduation.
The Visual Arts courses and programs are a dynamic part of the school’s comprehensive curriculum. Students
from beginners to advanced artists are served in the visual arts. Courses are designed for students interested in
experimenting with materials and ideas, learning techniques and skills of the visual arts, and building self-expression and self-confidence. Full participation in an AP course includes submitting the arts portfolio, for
which the experienced visual arts student will be prepared through the year.
Performing Arts
2.00 credits of Fine Arts (or 1.00 Fine Arts + 1.00 Personalized Pathway Requirement) are required for
classes of 2020 and later.
The student will acquire the knowledge and skill to communicate effectively through the elements of art and
will gain the understanding and discipline that comes from involvement in the performing arts.
Notice to parents: Instruments can be rented from the Mercer Island School District. The instrument rental
fee for a school-owned instrument is $100. Special Fees for music students are described below. Financial
assistance is available for students who qualify for the free and reduced lunch program.
classes of 2020 and later.
The student will acquire the knowledge and skill to communicate effectively through the elements of art and
will gain the understanding and discipline that comes from involvement in the performing arts.
Notice to parents: Instruments can be rented from the Mercer Island School District. The instrument rental
fee for a school-owned instrument is $100. Special Fees for music students are described below. Financial
assistance is available for students who qualify for the free and reduced lunch program.
