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Middle School Curriculum

HCA offers several different options for its middle school students to achieve their fine arts credits. By offering art, music/choir and drama at this level, the students can get a feel for the different courses and learn the expectations for the high school programs. Through self-discovery and testing, the students can also find hidden talents or passion for the arts. All courses offered give an introduction to the subject along with possible performance responsibilities and opportunities. 

Middle School Art & Sculpture
An introduction to both 2D and 3D visual art forms for grades 7 & 8. In the fall, students focus on the basics of drawing, painting, and mixed media. In the spring, students begin to experiment with sculpture media including (but not limited to) ceramics, cardboard construction, paper mache’, and fiber arts.

High School Curriculum



Studio Art
A high school level course that focuses on various 2D fine art techniques including a variety of drawing and painting media. Available for grades 9-12.

Advanced Art
An upper-level high school course that expands on the techniques learned in Studio Art and/or Sculpture by utilizing a conceptual method in which students design their own pieces, potentially for state competition. Available for students in grades 11-12 who have completed Studio Art and/or Craft & Sculpture.

Craft & Sculpture
A high school level course that focuses on various 3D fine art and artisan techniques including ceramics, architecture/design, and textile arts. Available for grades 9-12.

Choir
Mixed choir. Students are expected to participate in concerts and competitions.

Performance Drama
Devoted to teaching the students the foundations of theater and introducing them to all levels of theater activities.

Play Production
Audition only class focused on preparation for TAPPS One Act Play and TAPPS academic meet.

Praise Team
Student audition required. Students lead praise and worship in weekly chapel services.

Yearbook
Production of the school's annual yearbook. Commitment to attend Yearbook Camp is required. 

Graphic Design
Provides students with the opportunity to explore careers in graphic design and digital illustration. Students will begin to develop technical knowledge and skills using both Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design.

Graphic Design II 
By invitation only, students will continue to develop the fundamental graphic design and illustration skills they learned in the previous course. Students will have the opportunity to develop graphics for various school groups and the school itself, giving them the opportunity to work with clients to meet their design needs and expand their portfolio.