École Handsworth Secondary
North Vancouver School District
Visual Arts

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The Visual Arts program provides opportunities for students to learn about art in order to gain knowledge, skills and attitudes that will enrich their lives. Art courses are designed to accommodate a range of interests, to develop expertise and to encourage creativity in all students. While new activities, experiences, and ideas for artistic expression will occur at each level, many projects will involve the practice and refinement of skills and knowledge gained previously. The demands and standards placed on students in demonstrating a creative approach and in developing technical skill increases with each grade level.​

Visual Arts Courses:​


  • Visual Arts 8
  • Visual Arts 9
  • Art Studio 10
  • Studio Arts 2D 10
  • Studio Arts 2D 11/12
  • Studio Arts 3D 10 (Ceramics & Sculpture) 
  • Studio Arts 3D 11/12 (Ceramics & Sculpture)
  • Art Studio 11/12
  • Graphic Arts 11/12 
  • AP Studio Art: Drawing
  • AP 2-D Art & Design Portfolio
  • AP 3-D Design Portfolio​

Media Arts Courses:​

  • Drama: Film & TV 11/12 (Film Production)
  • ​Photography 10
  • Photography 11/12​


​​For detailed information on the above courses, please see our latest course programming guide


Artists For Kids 

Artists for Kids is a unique art education venture supported by the North Vancouver School District in British Columbia. In partnership with more than 50 of Canada's most prominent artists, Artists for Kids brings together educators and the community at large, to provide inspiring, highly relevant educational experiences and enrichment, for thousands of young people annually, while encouraging students to pursue and share their own artistic voice and narrative. Through the Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art, established as Canada's first public art gallery for young audiences, Artists for Kids has created a space for young audiences and our community to  experience the narrative of Canadian Art through a significant collection of visual art. As a visual arts catalyst in the community, Artists for Kids is proud to contribute to the development of a rich cultural aesthetic

Click here to learn more​ about Artists for Kids ​

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Link to  Film 11/12 Students Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaiUaNlr2b79bPXNr5z1Y2Q