Visual Arts

The visual arts program is designed to meet the needs of studetns who are preparing for the competitive world of art schools and other art fields. Students should have an intense interest in creating art and learning about art and artists.

Fine Art - This program stresses drawing and a variety of two-and three-dimensional activities. Students will also gain an understanding of current and historic art and ideas through field trips, artists in residence, and museum/gallery visits. More...

Applied Art - The mission of Applied Art is to encourage students to express and explore the arts through design in all aspects of their lives. There are three main focus areas - interior design, foods and fashion design. More...

Literary Arts

The mission of creative writing is to cultivate students as creators, consumer and publishers of literature. This program develops creative writing in all writing modes and focuses on the individual student's growth as a writer. Students experience a variety of writing forms - narrative, poetry, play writing, print and television journalism, and essay. Students master their skills through print publications, the student newspaper, literary magazine and yearbook, and media productions. More...

Performing Arts

Dance - Every student will benefit from dance, whether doing it for fun, or pursuing a career. Classes are designed to foster a world view that develops an appreciatin for all dance cultures. Emphasis is on basic movement skills - B.A.S.T.E. (body, action, space, time, energy). Students use these movement skills to express themselves and communicate meaning, thereby finding a personal voice through dance. Students at all levels are offered the opportunity to work directly with professional artists and perform for the community. More...

Music (Instrumental or Vocal) - A variety of musical opportunities are available to students at BHS. Students participate in band, choir, full orchestra, and large and small vocal and instrumental jazz ensembles. A variety of other performance opportunities are offered which include solo and ensemble contests, a variety show, and an annual musical. Voice and instrumental, private and small-group lessons are available. Students are challenged academically in such courses as Advanced Placement Music Theory, Classical Music Listening and American Popular Music. A start-of-the-art facility and music technology provide an inspirational space and the tools needed to encourage and develop high quality musicianship. More...

Theater - The theater program offers students a variety of opportunities to explore the world of drama. Its mission is to provide a comprehensive and intensive study of the theater by focusing on the "process" rather than the "product." Graduates will have the necessary training and skills to continue their studies at any professional training program in the country, while also preparing for success in college, in the arts or in any discipline. Students learn both acting and technical theater skills. They are also exposed to professional artists and companies and will be involved in directing/designing projects at the end of each season. More...

Media/Technology Arts

This major offers students a unique opportunity to integrate their learning with courses from several departments. Students will begin with a firm foundation in the visual arts; developing drawing skills and an understanding of the principles of design. Course in animation, web design, graphic design, photography, video and visual communications will enable students to gain experience in various media formats. Students at all levels will master through projects that will incorporate practical applications. More...