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Fine Arts

Middle School
The Middle School Fine Arts program gives students a variety of arts experiences in three basic areas: visual and industrial arts, drama and speech, and music. Students may choose areas of special interest for repeated exposure. To varying degrees, all courses seek to advance students’ growth in initiative, self-confidence, self-discipline, decision-making, and teamwork; all offer emotional release through ordered, non-threatening experiences. Several courses are sequential in nature: Band, Choir, Strings, Industrial Arts, and Drama. Beginning level courses in these fields are prerequisites for later courses.

Students in instrumental music classes furnish their instruments or rent them from the School or from local music stores. The majority of students rent instruments from the School, allowing changes in instruments and their size to be made over the course of a student’s musical studies. Rental fees support a fund for instrument replacement.

NOTE: Though an attempt is made to honor all fine arts selections, it is sometimes necessary to assign a student to a different course than he requests.

Upper School
The Upper School Fine Arts students are challenged to explore their creative selves through the performing, visual, and media arts. At the core of the curriculum lies the opportunity for students to express those creative instincts that make us uniquely human. The study of art at St. Mark’s includes scholarly inquiry into the history, theory, and style of artistic expression. Performing, visual, and media arts find expression in a variety of programs designed to allow students to fully express and develop artistic talents.
 
Criteria and Selection Process for AP/Honors Courses
Each spring, the department will solicit nominations from the faculty for placing students in AP/Honors courses for the following fall trimester.
 
Criteria for Nomination
The student should:
•  Be a rising junior or senior in good standing.
•  Have completed two years of study in the same field of art in the Upper School.
•  Exhibit a mastery of art.
 
Selection to AP/Honors:
•  A student may enter the honors sequence at the junior or senior level after two years of study in an art area in the Upper School.
•  When the student is nominated for the AP/Honors course, his advisor will be notified so that the student may be placed in that course selection.
 
Appeal Process:
The student must first engage in a conversation with his most recent art teacher. The student has an option to appeal through the Department Chair.
 
# Several courses of a performing or creative nature may be taken repeatedly in successive years, and since the outcome of the work is different each year, the courses carry the credit indicated each time.
 
  • Art 5

    Grade 5 | 1 Semester
    Students will experience the creative process by working with 2D and 3D media to create original artworks. The goals of this course are for students to work from observation, identify the visual art elements, and utilize the principles of design within their own creative work. Art Historical themes will be a backdrop for framing the context of each project completed. At the end of each project, an in-class critique will be conducted. Students will navigate creative problem solving to produce thoughtful and resolved work.
  • Art 6

    Grade 6 | 1 Semester
    Students will experience the creative process by working with 2D and 3D media to create original artworks. The goals of this course are for students to work from observation, identify the visual art elements, and utilize the principles of design within their own creative work. Art Historical themes will be a backdrop for framing the context of the series of projects completed. At the end of each project, an in-class critique will be conducted. Students will navigate problem solving to create thoughtful and resolved work.
  • Music 5

    Grade 5 | 1 Semester
    Music 5 will explore the function of music in our culture. In-Class instruction will incorporate hand drums and additional instruments to teach rhythm, melody, harmony, texture, composition and improvisation. No previous musical experience is required.
  • Music 6

    Grade 6 | 1 Semester
    Music 6 (Music and Multimedia) is the presentation of various media genres in digital format. The course utilizes a creativity-based approach to music learning through a progressive series of creative activities and projects, building a digital portfolio of work which explores music theory and fundamentals digital recording techniques. Projects include the incorporation of art, music, video, photos, and poetry.
  • Drama 5

    Grade 5 | 1 Semester
    The focus of this course is on creative experiences in drama, including improvisations, pantomimes, scenes, and plays, with emphasis on the creative process, communication skills, and group participation. Over the course of one semester, the class studies styles of theater throughout history. There will be some training in technical areas, and students will create their own projects with direction and supervision from the teacher.
  • Drama 6

    Grade 6 | 1 Semester
    Drama 6 is a one-semester course in Drama building on skills learned in Drama 5. The students create original plays, work with published manuscripts and learn elementary technical skills, including running the light board. Each student appears as an actor, works collaboratively to develop an original script, learns memorization and blocking techniques and applies them to a published manuscript, and runs the light board for a performance. Two in class performances are presented.
  • Drama (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | 1 Semester
    Drama 7/8 broadens theater skills through the study of improvisation and theater games, creative script writing, and script study. Activities include, but are not limited to, theater games, radio plays, stage combat, monologues, and performance. The course involves new technical skills and challenging acting situations for experienced students and for newcomers.
  • Technical Theatre (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | 1 Semester
    The seventh and eighth grade technical theatre class is an introductory course which explores the backstage world of theatre, including lights, sound, scenery, props, costumes, and stage management. Students will explore the various elements of stage production as they collaborate with the seventh and eighth grade drama students in creating their class show. The seventh and eighth grade technical theatre students will help design, build, and execute the various technical elements from the page to the stage.  In addition, students will learn how to safely use hand tools as well as electrical tools for buildings flats, platforms, and props. Ultimately, the students will be responsible for acting as the technical crew for the final performance.  
  • Acting I

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    Acting I is a basic acting course focusing on techniques, theory, and performance for the stage and film. The course includes acting exercises, in-class acting scenes, monologues, group improvisation, and rehearsal for a Studio Production. Students will learn theater terminology and customs, as well as study various actors and their approach to creating characters for film and stage. Emphasis will be placed on developing characters, strengthening speech, and understanding physical expression.
  • Acting - Advanced

    Grades 10-12 | Full Year
    Advanced Acting focuses on scene work, and students are expected to memorize scenes and monologues for in-class performances and a public studio performance. Prerequisite: Acting I class.
  • Acting - Advanced Honors

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    Advanced Acting focuses on scene work, and students are expected to memorize scenes and monologues for in-class performances and a public studio performance. Prerequisite: Acting I class.  Limitations: Teacher recommendation required.
  • Debate (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | 1 Semester
    This course focuses on the fundamentals of debate with an emphasis on critical thinking and research. Students do limited research on the current national debate resolution and participate in tournament competitions (September to May) on a local level. Debate is a performance art so students must perform and are required to compete in at least three tournaments during the year. It is preferred that students have a computer that is capable of running a Windows-based system. For Mac users a utility program like Boot Camp or Parallels that allows Windows to be run on a Mac is acceptable.
  • Argumentation & Debate I

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    Argumentation and Debate I is a course for students who wish to be active in the interscholastic debate program. Members of the team do extensive research on the current national debate resolution and participate in tournament competitions (September to June) on a local, regional, and national level. Debate is a performance art so students must perform and are required to compete in at least five tournaments during the year. Most students in the program also attend debate workshops in the summer. Students are required to have a laptop that is capable of running a Windows-based system. For Mac users a utility program like Boot Camp or Parallels that allows Windows to be run on a Mac is acceptable.
  • Argumentation & Debate II

    Grades 10 -12 | Full Year
    Argumentation and Debate II is a course for students who wish to be active in the interscholastic debate program with an eye toward national competition. Members of the team do extensive research on the current national debate resolution and participate in tournament competitions (September to June) on a local, regional, and national level. Debate is a performance art so students must perform and are required to compete in at least five tournaments during the year. Most students in the program also attend debate workshops in the summer. Students are required to have a laptop that is capable of running a Windows-based system. For Mac users a utility program like Boot Camp or Parallels that allows Windows to be run on a Mac is acceptable. Limitation: Teacher approval required and completion of Argumentation & Debate I.
  • Argumentation and Debate III

    Grades 10-12 | Full Year
    Argumentation and Debate III is a course for students who are active in the interscholastic debate program and seek nationally competitive experiences. The goal of the class is to enhance student’s research and critical thinking skills. Members of the team do extensive research on the current national debate resolution and participate in tournament competitions (September to June) on a nationally competitive level. Debate III students are expected to do high level research in significant quantities.  Debate III students should be able to complete this work with minimal supervision. Debate III students are expected to serve as mentors to younger students as coaches and judges at novice tournaments. Debate is a performance art. As such, students are required to attend at least three tournaments during each semester. Failure to meet this requirement will result in a grade decrease of 11% for each tournament not attended.
  • Argumentation & Debate - Honors (US)

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    Argumentation and Debate Honors is a course for students in the debate program who can compete at the national level and who have demonstrated the research skills to produce innovative and in-depth research assignments. In addition to the requirements of Argumentation and Debate, honors students are expected to complete at least five comprehensive research assignments during the year. Students are required to have a laptop that is capable of running a Windows-based system. For Mac users a utility program like Boot Camp or Parallels that allows Windows to be run on a Mac is acceptable.  Limitation: Teacher approval required.
  • Band - Beginning (5/6)

    Grades 5 & 6 | Full Year
    This is a course of elementary instruction in instrumental music, including musical notation, technical instruction for each instrument, and some simple music theory. Students choose which instrument they wish to study. Thirty minutes practice per day is expected.
  • Band - Beginning (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    This is a course of elementary instruction in instrumental music, including musical notation, technical instruction for each instrument, and some simple music theory. Students choose which instrument they wish to study. Thirty minutes practice per day is expected.
  • Band - Intermediate (5/6)

    Grade 6 | Full Year
    Intermediate Band is a course for students with one year’s experience playing a band instrument at St. Mark’s.  It includes work on all major scales, sight reading, technical instruction for each instrument, and some simple music theory. Thirty minutes practice per day is expected.  Prerequisite: Beginning Band.
  • Band - Intermediate (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    Intermediate Band is a course for students with one year’s experience playing a band instrument at St. Mark’s.  It includes work on all major scales, sight reading, technical instruction for each instrument, and some simple music theory. Thirty minutes practice per day is expected.  Prerequisite: Beginning Band.
  • Band - Middle School (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    This course of advanced instruction in instrumental music is for students with two or three years’ experience playing a band instrument. Students audition and must pass a proficiency test of major scales, major intervals of thirds through five flat and five sharp keys, and the complete range of the chromatic scale. Drummers must play the first 13 rudiments with at least a 78 percent proficiency rating on all rudiments. Prerequisite: Two to three years’ experience playing a band instrument. Limitations: By audition only.
  • Band (US)

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    Upper School Band offers advanced instrumental music instruction on band instruments of the student’s choice. The course includes music theory and appreciation and concert performances during the year in addition to performing at all home Varsity football games.  Limitation: Teacher approval required.
  • Band - Honors (US)

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    Upper School Band - Honors offers advanced instrumental music instruction on band instruments of the student's choice. The course includes music theory and appreciation and concert performances during the year in addition to performing at all home Varsity football games. Limitation: Teacher approval required.
  • Ceramics (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | 1 Semester
    This course is designed as an introduction to studio ceramics. This course will provide a guided investigation of the fundamental knowledge regarding ceramic vocabulary, materials, tools, methods of construction, surface resolution, and firing. This course is intended to broaden the student’s understanding of clay as a viable medium for personal visual expression.
  • Ceramics I

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    Ceramics I is a beginner’s course for Upper School students. The first semester will be used as an introduction to the basics of clay – everything from wedging and conditioning the clay to learning simple hand building techniques. Students will also learn about Design and Art Fundamentals by applying the Elements and Principles of Design to hands-on projects and the practice of problem solving. The second semester will focus on developing primary ceramic skills, where students will receive instruction and demonstrations in coil, slab, and pottery-wheel techniques and learn about glazing and firing techniques. Textbooks, DVD’s, and periodicals will be used as references.
  • Ceramics - Advanced

    Grades 10-12 | Full Year
    This advanced course is a continuation of instruction in hand building and wheel pottery techniques, glazing, and firing techniques. Students will further investigate the fundamentals of ceramics by delving deeper into construction methods, broadening their understanding of surface details, and expanding their knowledge of firing techniques. Students will read selections from a variety of periodicals and textbooks. Prerequisite: Ceramics 1 Limitation: Teacher approval required.
  • Ceramics - Advanced Honors

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    In this advanced course, students will begin pursuing unique paths of interest through individual research and problem solving for assigned and self-developed projects. Students should begin to develop a conceptual platform to support the forms they create. Emphasis will be placed on demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the Elements and Principles of Design, intentional craftsmanship, and self-motivated work habits. This course may be repeated with progressively higher expectations relative to experience. Prerequisite: Advanced Ceramics Limitation: Teacher approval required.
     
  • AP Ceramics

    Grade 12 | Full Year
    In this advanced course for 4th year ceramic students, individuals will pursue unique paths of interest through research and problem solving for assigned and self-developed projects. Students will work to develop a conceptual platform to support the forms created. Student work will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the Elements and Principles of Design, intentional craftsmanship, and self-motivated work habits. This course has the expectation that the student will submit an AP 3-D Art and Design portfolio to the AP Board at the end of the year.
    Prerequisite: Advanced Honors Ceramics  Limitation: Teacher approval required
  • Choir I (5/6)

    Grades 5 & 6 | Full Year
    The Middle School Choir performs choral literature for treble voices, often in conjunction with the Upper School Chorus. The course includes instruction in musical notation, vocal training, musical style, and a study of the lives of composers through the chorister-training scheme of the Royal School of Church Music in America. Programs include leading singing in chapel, Choral Evensong, the annual Festival of Lessons and Carols, a spring concert, and both local and international trips. There will be some additional rehearsals for these events. Limitation: By audition only.
  • Choir II (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    The Middle School Choir II joins the Middle School Choir I and the Upper School Choir regularly for performances. In addition, the Middle School Choir II explores musical literature especially targeting the changing male voice. As desired by individual students, work may continue achieving higher levels in the Royal School of Church Music in America curriculum. Programs include leading singing in chapel, participating in Choral Evensong services, the annual Festival of Lessons and Carols, a spring concert, and local, national, and international trips. There will be some additional rehearsals required for these events outside the scheduled class time. Limitation: By audition only.
  • Choir (US)

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    The Upper School Choir performs choral literature for male voices (TTBB) and sings with the St. Mark’s Schola for Choral Evensong. Programs include leading singing in chapel, participating in Choral Evensong services, the annual Festival of Lessons and Carols, a spring concert, and local, national and international trips. There will be some additional rehearsals required for these events outside the scheduled class time. Limitation: By audition only.
  • Choir - Honors (US)

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    Upper School Choir–Honors is limited to grades 11 and 12, and to exceptionally talented students willing to take on additional ensemble responsibilities and instruction in music notation, vocal training, musical style, and music history. Limitation: By audition only. Two years of Upper School Choir.
  • Drawing and Painting (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | 1 Semester
    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of drawing and painting through lecture, demonstration and studio experience. Emphasis will be on technique, color, and composition through working from direct observation of still life objects and environments. The goals of this course are for students to cultivate their ability to translate visual 3D relationships onto a 2D surface and introduce media and methods of drawing, painting and seeing. At the end of each project, an in-class critique will be conducted. Students will navigate creative problem solving to produce thoughtful and resolved work.
  • Drawing and Painting I

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of drawing and painting through lectures, demonstrations, and studio experience. Emphasis will be on technique, color, and composition through working from direct observation of still life objects and environments. The goals of this course are for students to translate visual 3D relationships onto a 2D surface and to utilize the principles of design within their own creative work. Drawing and painting is an activity of observation, perception, mark-making, and analysis. Through drawing and painting exercises, students will identify modes of experiencing and seeing objects and spaces in the physical world.
  • Drawing and Painting II

    Grades 10-12 | Full Year
    This course is an expansion to the fundamentals of drawing and painting through lectures, demonstrations, and studio experience. Emphasis will be on technique, color, composition, creative problem solving, and choice of subject matter. Drawing and painting is an activity of observation, perception, mark-making, and analysis. Through drawing and painting exercises, students will identify modes of experiencing and seeing objects and spaces in the physical world. The functional concepts of this course are seeing, thinking, and drawing, which will develop into a personal series of work including a sketchbook of drawing exercises and separate finished drawings and paintings. Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting I
  • Drawing and Painting - Advanced Honors

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    This course is for students who want to devote their efforts to the completion of a significant body of work in painting as evidence of their technical, creative, conceptual and theoretical understanding of the media. The work completed in this year should represent the culmination of the inquiry-based learning of earlier course work, broadening, deepening, and integrating the total experience.  This includes not only your experience in drawing and painting but should include knowledge and insight gained in other courses. Students will keep a sketchbook documenting their ideas and compositional studies. In addition to the body of work, students will be asked to participate in class critiques and write an artist statement. Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting II
  • Film (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | 1 Semester
    Through lectures, screenings, and hands-on exercises, students gain a fundamental understanding of the creative and technical aspects of filmmaking. Working in small groups, they put their newfound knowledge into practice by creating projects that involve photography, audio, and short films. Students can expect to learn the basics of screenwriting, camera operation, and video editing. Teamwork, communication, and planning are paramount for student success.  'Filmmaking is the ultimate team sport.' - Michael Keaton.
  • Film I

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    This year-long course centers around effective storytelling techniques and structure. Students form a 'writer's room' and collectively compose various works, including comedic and dramatic short films, along with an original half-hour sitcom pilot. In the second semester, students produce one of their short scripts, utilizing professional cameras, lenses, lighting, sound-recording devices, and video editing systems. Their finished short film will premiere at the Annual St. Mark's Film Showcase, coupled with a staged reading of the sitcom pilot. 'Filmmaking is the ultimate team sport.' - Michael Keaton
  • Film - Advanced

    Grades 10-12 | Full Year
    Students are tasked with becoming technical masters of all available St. Mark’s film equipment and software. Classes offer daily hands-on practice with professional cameras, lenses, lighting, sound mixers, dollies, and more. Subsequently, students will use film footage from their in-class learning to enhance their understanding of video editing, color grading, and audio editing software. 'Filmmaking is the ultimate team sport.' - Michael Keaton Prerequisites: Film I Limitation: Teacher approval
  • Film - Advanced Honors

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    Honors Film seeks to demystify the professional process of filmmaking. At the end of the previous year, all film students are invited to pitch short film ideas. These proposals are forwarded to entertainment industry professionals, who then select two of the pitched projects to be flagship shorts for St. Mark’s film program. The Honors Film students write, produce, direct, and crew these films in the subsequent year. In addition to the group projects, each student creates a portfolio of documentary, narrative, and/or experimental videos. Students develop their leadership and cooperative skills, as well as their creative voice and style. Prerequisites: Film Studies - Advanced Limitation: Teacher approval
  • Strings - Beginning (5/6)

    Grades 5 & 6 | Full Year
    This course is offered to Middle School students with no previous experience on a string instrument. It is an accelerated version of the Lower School strings and allows students to continue, the following year, at the Elementary or Intermediate Level.
  • Strings - Beginning (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    This course is offered to Middle School students with no previous experience on a string instrument. It is an accelerated version of the Lower School strings and allows students to continue, the following year, at the Elementary or Intermediate Level.
  • Strings - Elementary (5/6)

    Grades 5 & 6 | Full Year
    Elementary Strings is a continuation of Lower School Strings. Music reading and correct technique are stressed, and the literature progresses from unison material to four-part string orchestra arrangements. Prerequisite: Beginning Strings or by audition.
  • Strings - Elementary (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    Elementary Strings is a continuation of Lower School Strings. Music reading and correct technique are stressed, and the literature progresses from unison material to four-part string orchestra arrangements. Prerequisite: Beginning Strings or by audition.
  • Strings - Intermediate (5/6)

    Grades 5 & 6 | Full Year
    Intermediate Strings is a continuation of Elementary Strings. More difficult keys, rhythms, bowings, and position work are introduced, and string orchestra arrangements are rehearsed. Prerequisite: Elementary Strings or by audition.
  • Strings - Intermediate (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    Intermediate Strings is a continuation of Elementary Strings. More difficult keys, rhythms, bowings, and position work are introduced, and string orchestra arrangements are rehearsed. Prerequisite: Elementary Strings or by audition.
  • Strings - Advanced (5/6)

    Grades 5 & 6 | Full Year
    Advanced Strings is the main performing string ensemble of the Middle School. It is a continuation of Intermediate Strings and includes further study of positions and bowing techniques. Limitation: New students who feel qualified for this course need to audition with the instructor.
  • Strings - Advanced (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | Full Year
    Advanced Strings is the main performing string ensemble of the Middle School. It is a continuation of Intermediate Strings and includes further study of positions and bowing techniques. Limitation: New students who feel qualified for this course need to audition with the instructor.
  • Orchestra (US)

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    The Upper School Orchestra rehearses and performs standard string orchestra literature, from Baroque to Contemporary, with emphasis on expression and style. Limitation: Teacher approval required; new students must audition.
  • Orchestra - Honors (US)

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    The Upper School Orchestra rehearses and performs standard string orchestra literature, from Baroque to Contemporary, with emphasis on expression and style. Limitation: Teacher approval required; new students must audition.
  • Photography (7/8)

    Grades 7 & 8 | 1 Semester
    This course will introduce the fundamentals of photography in the digital age. Students will discover the creative possibilities available through Adobe Photoshop, and the processes and procedures unique to the digital darkroom. Moreover, students will strive to develop a sophisticated approach to seeing photographically and will discuss aesthetics and technique through regular class critiques. Continuous access to a digital camera with a 10-megapixel minimum will be required.
  • Photography I (US)

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    This course involves the exploration of black and white digital photography: visualization, exposure, digital capture, digital workflow, and printmaking. This course works to broaden a student’s visual vocabulary through the study of photographic masters and photographic history. Critiques will be held on a regular basis to exchange ideas and comment on all student work. Continuous access to a digital SLR camera with at least five megapixels and manual exposure controls will be required.
  • Photography - Advanced (US)

    Grades 10-12 | Full Year
    This is an advanced course in black and white photography with an introduction to the principles of color photography. It is an accelerated exploration of photographic materials, processes, and aesthetics with an emphasis on the quality of the fine print. All issues involving digital pre- and post- production, including scanning, pre-press, and various forms of output, will be discussed. Continuous access to a digital SLR camera with at least five megapixels and manual exposure controls will be required. Prerequisite: Photography I or a portfolio of previous work exhibiting an adequate level of competence. Limitation: Teacher approval required.
  • 3D Design (7/8)

    3D Design 7/8 | 1 semester
    This course will enable students to explore the elements and principles of design related to three-dimensional sculpture. Students will learn about wood and metal shop safety as they are introduced to both hand and power woodworking tools. Instruction will cover idea development, project planning, basic wood fabrication techniques, hand and power tool techniques, plaster casting, mold-making techniques, basic metal fabrication techniques, and finishing techniques for wood, plaster, and metal. Emphasizing good craftsmanship and a positive attitude will be a high priority in this course.
  • Wood and Metal (US)

    Grades 9-12 | Full Year
    This course will introduce sculptural and industrial design techniques to expand on the elements and principles of design. Students will explore techniques for wood joinery, precision hand and power tools, welding, metal fabrication, and finishing techniques for wood and metal. A brief introduction to contemporary sculpture will be given as students develop their designs. Course projects will include all-metal, all-wood, and combination pieces. Craftsmanship, creative problem-solving, drawing skills, effective work habits, and safety protocols will be emphasized.
  • Wood and Metal - Advanced (US)

    Grades 10-12 | Full Year
    This is an advanced three-dimensional design course focusing on the implementation of a full range of woodworking tools and metalworking equipment in order to construct works that marry form and function. Students will begin pursuing unique paths of interest through individual research and problem solving for assigned and self-developed projects. Students should begin to develop a conceptual platform to support the forms they create. Emphasis will be placed on demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the 3D design elements and principles, intentional craftsmanship, self-motivated work habits, and safety protocol. This course may be repeated with progressively higher expectations relative to experience. Prerequisite: US Wood and Metal. Limitation: Teacher approval required.
  • Wood and Metal - Advanced Honors (US)

    Grades 11 & 12 | Full Year
    This is an advanced three-dimensional design course focusing on the implementation of a full range of woodworking tools and metalworking equipment in order to construct works that marry form and function. Students will begin pursuing unique paths of interest through individual research and problem solving for assigned and self-developed projects. Students should begin to develop a conceptual platform to support the forms they create. Emphasis will be placed on demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the 3D design elements and principles, intentional craftsmanship, self-motivated work habits, and safety protocol. This course may be repeated with progressively higher expectations relative to experience. Prerequisite: Wood and Metal - Advanced (US). Limitation: Teacher approval required.

Faculty

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    Scott Hunt
    Interim Fine Arts Department Chair; Arnold E. Holtberg Master Teaching Chair
    214-346-8483
    Texas A&M University - Commerce - B.S.
    Texas A&M University - Commerce - M.F.A.
    Bio
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    Sarah Choi
    Orchestra Director
    214-346-8209
    Bio
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    Suzuko Davis
    Lower School Art Teacher
    214-346-8221
    SUNY at Rockland Community College - A. A.
    SUNY at Purchase College - B.F.A.
    Bio
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    Angela Hendricks
    Piano Teacher
    214-346-8278
    Dallas Baptist University - B.A.
    University of Texas at Austin - M.Ed.
    Bio
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    Seth Magill
    Middle School Drama Teacher
    214-346-8434
    Southern Methodist University - B.F.A.
    Bio
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    Timothy Mahoney
    Director of Debate
    214-346-8141
    University of Kansas - B.G.S.
    Bio
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    Rachel Muldez
    Industrial Arts Teacher
    214-346-8338
    Baylor - BA
    University of Houston Clear-Lake - MA
    University of Dallas - MA
    University of Dallas - MFA
    Bio
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    Analisa Rodriguez
    Director of Bands
    214-346-8329
    Trinity University - B.M.
    University of North Texas - M.Mus.
    Bio
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    Mark Scheibmeir
    Film Studies Teacher
    214-346-8252
    The University of Texas at Austin - B.S.
    The University of Texas at Austin - M.F.A.
    Bio
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    Tinsley Silcox
    Director of Libraries and Information Services and Director of Upper School Choir
    214-346-8372
    Carson-Newman College - B.M.
    University of Tennessee - M.M.
    University of Tennessee - M.S.L.S.
    Harvard University - Certificate
    Bio
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    Glenn Stroh
    Organist and Choirmaster
    214-346-8224
    Trinity University - B.M.
    Oberlin College - M.Mus.
    Hochschule für Musik Franz Liszt, Weimar - Aufbaustudium-A (Fulbright Fellowship)
    Bio
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    Katy Tye
    Middle & Upper School Drama Instructor
    214-346-8161
    Bio
  • Photo of Katherine Wood
    Katherine Wood
    Middle and Upper School Art Teacher
    214-346-8353
    University of North Texas - BFA
    University of Dallas - M.A.
    University of Dallas - MFA
    Bio
  • Photo of Scott Ziegler
    Scott Ziegler
    Ceramics Teacher
    214-346-8323
    Northern Illinois University - MFA
    Loyola University - M.Ed.
    Bio

St. Mark’s School of Texas

10600 Preston Road
Dallas, Texas 75230
214-346-8000

About Us

St. Mark’s School of Texas is a private, nonsectarian college-preparatory boys’ day school for students in grades 1 through 12, located in Dallas, Texas. St. Mark’s aims to prepare young men to assume leadership and responsibility in a competitive and changing world.

St. Mark’s does not discriminate in the administration of its admission and education policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.