Fine & Performing Arts

The Fine Arts Department at Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary is a diverse program of endless opportunity. Our students here at Carney are able to experience curricular and /or extra-curricular programs depending on their individual needs and interests. The Fine Arts program consists of the following subjects: Choral Music, Instrumental Music, Dramatic Arts, Visual Arts, and Media Arts. Under this curricular Umbrella of the Arts there are also many extra-curricular opportunities for the students to experience who otherwise would not be able to experience within the regular school time table. Fine Arts Curricular and extra-Curricular programs are described as follows (see below)

CONTACTS:

Fine Arts Department Head: Mr. Charles Harris - harris @ acrss.org

Choral Music

ACRSS offers a robust choral music program for all student singers. At the heart of the program are our Junior and Senior Concert Choirs. These credited classes, offered outside of the regular timetable, are open to all students and they develop foundational skills in vocal technique, and choral ensemble performance. These classes explore a variety of different musical styles and genres, from a wide array of historical and social contexts. For students looking for additional opportunities to sing, credited Chamber Choir programs are also offered outside of the regular timetable. These ensembles allow students the opportunity to explore more advanced repertoire, and to develop stronger leadership skills within the context of choral performance. All choir classes participate in local festivals, workshops and perform two concerts annually. Additionally, extra curricular opportunities exist for choral students through Liturgy Choir, and musical theatre (offered every other year). Whether one is new to singing, or very experienced, there is something for everyone in the ACRSS Choral Program.

Dramatic Arts

The curricular theatre program from Grades 8-12 accepts students at all performance levels in a safe and supportive environment that provides them an opportunity to improve their arts appreciation and presentation skills. The grade eight enrichment program is exploratory and is a 13 week program. In the grade nine to twelve program students go on fieldtrips to see performances, participate in workshops, practice risk taking, hone their communication skills through voice and physicality, write and star in one-act-plays. Our students also participate festivals such as the SD43 Provincial Zone Festival – METfest, our internal One Act Play Festival – ARTSfest, and the BC Catholics Play Festival. Some recent highlights were representing the Tri-Cities and receiving a Provincial Banner for Outstanding Performance, Outstanding Ensemble, Outstanding Male in a Leading Role, Outstanding Characterization and receiving a Gold Standing at the BC Catholics Play Festival. We also offer an auditioned extra-curricular Spring Production where we alternate between a play or musical.

Instrumental Music

This program consists of Beginner Concert Band 8, Junior Concert Band 8/9, and Senior Concert Band 10-12. These courses are all on the Time Table. Senior Jazz Band 1, and Junior Jazz Band II are auditioned credited courses offered every other day at 7:10 AM. Again all these courses are performance based and therefore require performance opportunities such as bi-annual concerts, festivals, Open Houses, and school fundraising events such as the Parents Valentines Dance and Annual Auction of which in particular raises tremendous amount of money for our school. Instrumentalists also are able to participate in the Orchestra for our musicals. Musical trips are also offered for our Senior Choir and band students. Our students, in the past, have performed in Disneyland, Heritage festivals in San Diego, and Montreal. Our last performance trip was an unforgettable experience in New Orleans. This was an amazing cultural, spiritual, and of course educational experience. Some parents would describe this trip as life changing for their children.

Media Arts

In Media Arts, students learn the foundation of film production from pre-production stages, including scripts and storyboards, through to post-production including editing. Basics of sound production, manual camera operation, cinematography, and special effects are also covered. Students have several opportunites during the year to compete in film festivals. The second major topic in Media Arts is animation. Students start with a look at the principles of animation. Next, the principles are applied in 2D animation using current software and drawing tablets. Students also get an introduction to 3D animation through the creation and sculpting of object meshes, how to add materials and textures, scene lighting and object animation. Students have the opportunity to assist in recording and live broadcasting of various school events throughout the year.

Visual Arts

This program is open to students who are interested in exploring, expressing, and developing skills in a variety of mediums. Students are encouraged to assist in working on sets for school plays, musical, posters for sport events as well as on banners for school Masses and concerts. The courses provide opportunities to explore studio practice, including attending fieldtrips to area museums and galleries when suited to the curriculum.

Artistic Pursuits:

DIGITAL ARTS:

Film
2D animation
3D animation
Live event broadcast
Yearbook

CHOIR & BAND

Choral Choir
Concert Choir
Concert Band
Jazz Band

ART

Drawing
Acrylic Painting
Pottery

CLUBS:

Digital Art
Drawing & Painting Club
Digital Magazine

FALL SPORTS:

Aquatics
Boys Soccer
Cross Country
Girls Volleyball
Boys Volleyball
Swimming