Visual Arts
Art classes at Christian Heritage School are designed to emphasize creativity, historical knowledge, and technical skills in various art media. Students at CHS acquire an appreciation for art and art-making. Lower School art focuses on introducing students to the process and methods of creating and appreciating art. Students will draw, paint, sculpt, collage and design using a variety of media such as pencils, pastels, markers, watercolors, tempera, and clay to create both 2D and 3D works. In 3-5th grade students will be introduced to the elements of art and principles of design as well as specific artists and/or styles of art. In High School, specific course offerings include Drawing, Painting, 2-D Design, Photography, Printmaking and Honors Art. Classes help students to discover how people communicate through images and gain a greater understanding of the world through God’s eyes.
Instrumental Arts
Instrumental Music classes at Christian Heritage School are open to students grades 4 - 12. Performing groups include Lower School Band, Middle School Concert Band, High School Symphonic Band and Jazz Band. The primary objective in all of these ensembles is to expose students to appropriate major works of the wind band repertoire while developing musical intellect, skill, and expression in an ensemble setting. In band, students will be able to demonstrate a progressive ability to perform on an instrument with accuracy and artistry. Each individual will also demonstrate an understanding of written musical notation. Finally, band students will discover joy and satisfaction in the process of collective music-making that points them to the Creator of all things beautiful.
Vocal Arts
The vocal music classes at Christian Heritage School aim to provide students with opportunities to enhance their musicianship and sensitivity through participation and performances in both large and small group settings. The large choir welcomes general participation. Smaller ensembles require auditions or appointments for entry. The curriculum will explore a variety of vocal music genres, ranging from the Renaissance to contemporary styles. Key components of the class include: vocal techniques, music reading skills, and elements of music history. The primary objective is to introduce students to diverse styles of choral singing, allowing them to perform in concerts both on and off campus, while encouraging all members to worship the Giver of Life and the source of our talents.
Theater Arts
The Theater Arts program at Christian Heritage School exists to educate and empower students to develop artistically, personally and socially as they prepare and present theatrical performances. Theater Arts instructors seek to provide a nurturing and challenging environment that inspires creativity, provides opportunities for personal accomplishment, encourages deeper understanding and empathy for the human condition, and cultivates a positive sense of self. The program is designed to reflect a standard of excellence in production and performance that honors God and supports the greater Christian Heritage community. It has been a joy to see how the Lord uses this program to show and direct young people toward the future He has prepared for them.
