Field trips and special speakers are also part of the class so that students are informed and motivated in the visual arts. Students who have shown special skill and talent in art may register for additional years of art credit. Each year's course is designed for them to strengthen their ability. They may then take AP Art as seniors. This course is designed to develop publishing skills using the Adobe Pagemaker program.
Students develop skills in computer layout design, photography, journalism, and advertising.
Students are selected by the yearbook faculty advisor. This semester course is offered only in the summer and is designed to develop proper skills, attitudes, and courtesies for successful driving. Classroom instructions as well as driving experience prepare the student to obtain a valid South Carolina driver's license. Students learn to manage a personal checking account, as well as balance records for small business. In all of the music courses, students may choose to be involved in choral groups or bands.