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Manhasset Fine Arts

Course Overview

 

The Fine Arts Department offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to nurture creativity, technical skills, and artistic expression from elementary through high school.
In K–8 classroom art,students have rich opportunities to explore a wide variety of mediums in creating artwork. Drawing, Painting, Portraiture, 3-D, and more provides students a broad canvas to learn the principals of art and design. Most importantly, students explore how they see the world, and stretch their creativity.
We encourage students and families to review the course catalog for the complete set of pre-requisites, skills, and pathways.
High School Course Offerings
 
Traditional Studio
Studio in Art
Advanced Studio Art
Drawing
Painting
Life Drawing
Design & Digital
Computer Graphics
Digital Photography
3D Printing and Design
Architectural Drawing
Advanced Opportunities
Pre-AP / AP Art and Design
AP Art History
Advanced Studio
K–12 Art Progression
 
Below is the K–12 art progression graphic that outlines the options for students in the program. The full text version appears below for accessibility and quick reference.

K–12 Art Progression

Foundation

  • K-8 Classroom Art
  • Studio in Art
  • Foundations in Art (Alternate)

Traditional

  • Painting 1–4
  • Drawing 1–4

Digital

  • Computer Graphics 1–3
  • Photography 1–2

Exploratory

  • Architectural Drawing 1–2
  • 3D Printing

Advanced

  • AP Art and Design
  • AP Art History
  • Advanced Studio
 
K–8 Foundation
Classroom Art for all students builds foundational skills, creative thinking, and exposure to a wide range of media.
High School Entry

Studio in Art (Pre-requisite for all courses below except Architectural Drawing and 3d Design)
 

Alternate
Foundations in Art (1/2 year course designed to serve as a pre-requisite for courses below for students unable to take Studio in Art during 9th grade)
Pathways at a Glance
 
Traditional Pathway: Painting 1–4 and Drawing 1–4
Digital Pathway: Computer Graphics 1–3 and Photography 1–2
Exploratory Courses: Architectural Drawing 1–2 and 3D Printing (No Prerequisite)
Advanced Opportunities: AP Art and Design, AP Art History, and Advanced Studio
Questions About Fine Arts?
For questions about course progression, prerequisites, or specific offerings, families can review the Secondary School Course Catalog or contact the Fine Arts Department.