The Art Pathway
Students entering high school who have an interest in looking at art, marking art or who love to draw and design are encouraged to take courses in the art pathway. Students who choose the art pathway should seek the recommendation of the visual arts faculty in designing their programs. In the art pathway, students should attend exhibitions and various art venues in addition to participating in a work-based learning experience. In their senior year, students assemble a portfolio and exhibit in a required senior art exhibit. They are required to participate in planning, publicizing and hanging this exhibit. The expectation is that students in the art pathway take at least one art course each semester, leading to an AP art experience during senior year.
Required Core Credits:
- 4 credits English - Must reach a proficiency score of 240 on the MCAS exam or complete an Educational Proficiency Plan. Students must pass the equivalent of English I, English II, English III, and English IV.
- 4 credits Social Studies (one credit must be U.S. History)
- 4 credits Mathematics – Must reach a proficiency score of 240 on the MCAS exam or complete an Educational Proficiency Plan.
- 3 credits Science – Must pass biology and pass MCAS with a minimum score of 220.
- 1 credit Wellness (0.5 must be a participatory wellness class)
- 2 credits in any of the following areas: arts, technology or vocational education.
Required Core Credits:
- 4 credits English - Must reach a proficiency score of 240 on the MCAS exam or complete an Educational Proficiency Plan. Students must pass the equivalent of English I, English II, English III, and English IV.
- 4 credits Social Studies (one credit must be U.S. History)
- 4 credits Mathematics – Must reach a proficiency score of 240 on the MCAS exam or complete an Educational Proficiency Plan.
- 3 credits Science – Must pass biology and pass MCAS with a minimum score of 220.
- 1 credit Wellness (0.5 must be a participatory wellness class)
- 2 credits in any of the following areas: arts, technology or vocational education.