The emphasis is on oral skills while developing reading and writing skills as well as developing a cultural appreciation. The classes are designed to involve different drawing and painting techniques using pencil, chalk, crayon, ink, watercolor, and tempera. Students also study art history. The classes involve techniques of sculpture, ceramics and crafts. Students create projects using a variety of materials.
Students also study art history.
The courses introduce the elements of speech making with an emphasis on public speaking, oral interpretation and debate as well as self confidence and interpersonal interaction. Theater classes provide opportunities for students to study the world of theater arts as well as performance. The classes are designed to teach essentials of cooking, sewing, problem solving and decision making skills. Students learn skills to help with adolescence and life. Peer Assistance Leadership provides selected students an opportunity to work in a helping role with other students as new student guides, tutors and PAL friends as well as community volunteer projects.