Welcome to the Arts Key Learning Area at Reservoir High School, where both Visual and Performing Arts converge to cultivate critical, creative, and reflective thinking skills. We recognize the profound impact of visual and performance-based education in nurturing these skills, fostering diverse perspectives, and encouraging empathy.

The Arts present a unique challenge, compelling us to explore different points of view, empathize with others, and reflect on the human condition globally transcending historical and cultural divides. Engaging in arts education not only enhances academic outcomes but also influences social and emotional development.

Our comprehensive curriculum spans various levels:

Junior School Years 7-8
Semester studies for Visual Arts, Music, and Performing Arts (Dance/Drama).

Middle School Years 9-10
Semester studies where students can elect to do Photography, 2D Art, 3D Art with ceramics, Visual Communication Design, Music, Drama, and Dance.

Senior School years 11-12
Learning is consolidated in VCE Art Creative Practice, VCE Theatre Studies, VCE Dance, VCE Visual Communication Design, and VCE Music Performance. Beyond the traditional classroom setting, our students actively participate in visits to museums, galleries, and theatre events, as well as collaboration with visiting artists and engaging workshops. Reservoir High School extends an additional opportunities beyond the timetabled curriculum that include:

• Lunchtime Art Club
• Dance Club
• Band practice
• Ensembles
• Annual Production
• Annual Art Show
• A range of daytime and evening performance opportunities throughout the year across Dance, Drama, and Music.

Instrumental Music Tuition
Complementing our school’s core music program, students may undertake private instrumental tuition provided by our dedicated music staff. A diverse array of instruments is available, including guitar, bass guitar, violin, piano, singing, drums, saxophone, trumpet, flute, cello, and clarinet.

Production
Each year, Reservoir High School proudly presents a full-scale Production concert, open to all students irrespective of their enrolment in an Arts subject. Whether one’s passion lies in singing, dancing, acting, or contributing to the technical and backstage aspects such as lighting design, sound booth, costumes, or set design/prop-making, all are encouraged to participate. Auditions kick off in Term 1, with rehearsals spanning Terms 2 and 3, leading up to the final concert in mid to late Term 3. Production students also benefit from an excursion to a stage show in the CBD, engaging in evening rehearsals and concerts.

Discover Dance
Students in Years 7-9 may choose to enrol in our Discover Dance program. Taught by our specialist Dance teacher, this program caters to beginners exploring their interest in Dance, as well as intermediate and advanced students eager to refine their skills. Discover Dance focuses on nurturing the confidence and abilities of students, with the ultimate goal of showcasing their talents at assemblies and concerts. It’s a vibrant platform for students to express themselves through the art of dance and foster personal growth and artistic development.

Contact: Tracy Sarrof – Professional Learning Community – The Arts