The OSA curriculum integrates arts into all areas of a traditional academic program in order to enable our students to develop sufficient skills to pursue post-secondary education. Small classes allow for individual attention and personal training. Saturday School tutoring for core academic classes is also available and encouraged. Music students receive private and/or ensemble instruction. In addition, students complete three years in one of the areas of art emphasis. They are as follows:
DANCE – The dance program emphasizes ballet and modern technique to prepare the student for the contemporary dance world. Guest teachers lead classes in world cultures and other dance forms.
DIGITAL MEDIA - Students learn current digital art skills including digital image creation and manipulation, computer art, filmmaking, animation, digital graphic design, and web design with an emphasis on portfolio preparation.
MUSIC – Students concentrate their study in Music Technology, Theory and History, Fundamentals of music appreciation in both Instrumental and Vocal Music.
THEATRE – Students study the history of theatre across world cultures in addition to theatre technique, including character development, movement, voice and speech. Students also study arts management, stage management, playwriting, screenwriting, and production and design for the performing arts.
VISUAL ARTS – Students study painting, drawing, graphic design, digital video, and film-making as well as art history and criticism.
