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Courses At LPAC

Courses Held At The LPAC

Courses Held At The Lafon Performing Arts Center (LPAC)

šŸŽ„ Advanced TV Broadcasting I (2 credits, double-blocked)

This course prepares students for advanced skills in studio and field television production. Students gain hands-on experience in all phases of production while learning to meet the professional expectations of clients.
Highlights:
  • Multi-camera production, video editing, graphics, lighting, and audio
  • Team-based and individual projects with real-world clients
  • Opportunity to earn Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects Certifications
  • Requires 12 hours of teacher-approved work outside class time
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing āœ… Prerequisite: TV Production I
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 11–12
 

šŸŽ¬ Advanced TV Broadcasting II (2 credits, double-blocked)

A continuation of Advanced Television Broadcasting I, this course deepens technical skills and expands into multiple production formats.
Highlights:
  • Short films, documentaries, news/sports coverage, music videos, PSAs, and commercials
  • Advanced editing and effects training
  • Opportunity to earn Adobe After Effects Certification (state-approved IBC)
  • Requires 12 hours of teacher-approved work outside class time
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing āœ… Prerequisite: Advanced TV Broadcasting I
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 11–12

šŸ’ƒ Dance I (1 credit) Single Period

This course provides students with a foundation in dance technique, performance, and appreciation. Students learn fundamental movement principles and develop an understanding of dance within its cultural and historical contexts.
Highlights:
  • Dance technique, choreography, and performance skills
  • Safe practices and injury-prevention techniques
  • Study of dance history, terminology, and literacy
  • Counts as Fine Arts or Physical Education credit
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing āœ… Prerequisite: None
 šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 9–12

šŸ©° Dance II (1 credit) Single Period

This continuation of Dance I expands students’ knowledge, technique, and performance abilities, while offering opportunities to explore dance history in greater depth.
Highlights:
  • Advanced choreography, technique, and movement vocabulary
  • Study of dance history, artists, and philosophies of performance
  • Opportunities for professional-level rehearsal and stage experience
  • Counts as Fine Arts or Physical Education credit
  • Edgenuity Health Credit can be added
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing āœ… Prerequisite: Dance I
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 9–12

šŸŽØ Digital Media I (2 credits, double-blocked)

This course introduces students to careers in digital design, animation, and emerging media. Students use industry-standard tools to create professional-level projects for authentic clients.
Highlights:
  • Hands-on projects in digital graphics, animation, and print media
  • Client-based work with leadership and team management opportunities
  • Public speaking and presentation experiences through critiques and team meetings
  • Opportunity to earn Adobe Illustrator Certification (IBC)
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing
āœ… Prerequisite: Digital Graphics, Talented Art, AP Studio Art
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 11–12

šŸ–Œļø Digital Media II (2 credits, double-blocked)

A continuation of Digital Media I, this course expands student skills in advanced design and animation techniques while developing professional portfolios.
Highlights:
  • Advanced animation, campaign design, and media production
  • Electronic and print portfolio creation
  • Team management and client service experience in a studio environment
  • Required 25 hours of teacher-approved work outside class time
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing   āœ… Prerequisite: Digital Media I
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 11–12

šŸŒ Interactive Media I (2 credits, double-blocked)

This course allows students to explore their creative interests in digital arts and technology through self-directed, project-based learning. After an introduction to multiple areas of media, students design their own projects and career pathway.
Highlights:
  • Exploration of digital media, technology, and design fields
  • Student-designed projects tailored to personal interests
  • Leadership opportunities in team meetings and project management
  • Development of a professional portfolio for future college or career goals
  • Opportunity to earn Adobe Photoshop Certification
šŸ“ Location: Satellite Center
āœ… Prerequisite: Art II+, Talented Art, Digital Graphics, Web Mastering, Drafting, Digital Media, Technical Theatre, Advanced TV Broadcasting, or instructor approval
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 11–12

šŸŒ Interactive Media II (2 credits, double-blocked)

This course provides students with a professional internship experience in a business, non-profit, or government setting. The internship is tailored to the student’s chosen career cluster or pathway, giving them real-world exposure to workplace expectations and industry practices.
Highlights:
  • Gain on-the-job experience while developing workplace skills
  • Learn about the host organization’s mission, audience, and role in its industry
  • Internship site selected to align with the student’s career interests
  • Guidance from both a site mentor and the course instructor
  • Instructor support in understanding the skills and knowledge needed for entry into specific careers
šŸ“ Internship site (business, non-profit, or government agency)
āœ… Prerequisite: Internship application & interview, plus one of the following – Interactive Media I, Digital Media, Advanced Television Broadcasting, or Operation Spark
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 12

šŸŗ Sculpture & Ceramics  (2 credits, double-blocked)

This course introduces students to three-dimensional art through clay and other sculptural media. Students learn traditional and modern techniques while also exploring art history and aesthetics.
Highlights:
  • Hand-building methods such as pinch, slab, and coil techniques
  • Sculptural construction using additive, subtractive, and modeling processes
  • Projects that connect to art history, criticism, and aesthetics
  • Students receive credit for Art III and Art IV
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center- Education Wing
āœ… Prerequisite: None
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 9–12

šŸŽ¹ Studio Piano (1 credit)  Single Period

This course develops students’ music skills through piano study and practice. Both beginners and experienced players are welcome.
Highlights:
  • Learn to read music and play piano confidently
  • Practice scales, chords, and music literacy fundamentals
  • Build technical and performance skills through guided practice
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing
āœ… Prerequisite: None (may be repeated with principal approval)
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 9–12

šŸŽ­ Technical Theatre  (2 credits, double-blocked)

This course explores the backstage world of theatre production. Students gain hands-on experience with the technical elements that bring live performances to life.
Highlights:
  • Training in lighting, sound, set construction, and backstage crew roles
  • Operate spotlights, consoles, and audio systems
  • Safety training, including handling electrics and proper body mechanics
  • Portfolio development with production work
  • Required 25 hours of teacher-approved work beyond class time
  • Course may be repeated for additional credit
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing
āœ… Prerequisite: None
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 9–12
 

šŸŽØ Theatre Design & Technology (2 credits)

This course builds advanced skills in stagecraft and theatre design. Students take on leadership and creative roles in bringing performances to life.
Highlights:
  • Training in props, costumes, makeup, and stage management
  • Hands-on experience building scenery and managing productions
  • Learn rigging systems, special effects, and backstage coordination
  • Portfolio development with technical and design projects
  • Required 25 hours of teacher-approved work beyond class time
šŸ“ Location: Lafon Performing Arts Center Education Wing
āœ… Prerequisite: None
šŸ‘„ Grade Level: 9–12