Instructor:  Mrs. Amelia Markley

This class alternates with band for a full year.  In addition to continuing to study technique, students have even more opportunities to play compositions by the “great composers,” and study a varied repertoire.   Performances are mandatory and include:  Christmas concert, Spring concert, Baccalaureate, Music Festivals – including CNC League, State Large Group and Regional & State Solo and Small Ensemble; along with any other performances for which students will be given at least a two-week notice.  Students are encouraged to prepare a solo or participate in a small ensemble for Spring music festivals.

Instructor:  Ms. Paige Pate 

Riverton High School offers two units of Spanish.  The program is designed to comply with standards set in Standards for Foreign Language Learning:  Preparing for the 21st Century,  the 1996 publication of the National Standards in Foreign Language Education Project.

In an effort to accommodate all students’ learning styles, a variety of teaching methods is used, including total physical response, role playing, cooperative learning, rote memory, and the extensive use of technology.

Instructor:  Mr. Randy French

The Riverton Visual Arts Department uses the traditional sequence of art courses:  Art I,  and Advanced Art. 

The foundation of all the art classes is the elements of art and the principles of design.  Art history and art criticism are also a basic part of each class.

Art I is required before taking advanced classes and is considered a necessity for a solid foundation before taking advanced classes.

Learning about the visual arts not only is a key to understanding, appreciating, and creating art, but is a link to improved skills in other curriculum areas as well.