Creativity
Creativity is interpreted as imaginatively and yes, creatively, as possible. This category can cover a wide range of art, drama, music and other activities. These activities must occur outside the normal curriculum and should include the designing and carrying out of the project. Think about creativity as broadly as you can. However, remember this cannot be a passive event. You must be actively engaged. Creativity is not going to an art museum; it is painting. Creativity is not watching a live theater performance; it is portraying a role in a live production. Some examples may include: playing in a band, singing in a church choir, acting in community theater, weaving, painting, writing music, acting, debate, singing, dance, photography, or any other creative activity or concerts may also be included. Individual creative activities must be documented and signed by the student, the adult supervisor/ coordinator of the activities. However, be careful: these activities may not be done as a part of any class for which you are receiving credit or is graded for course credit, nor can it be anything done for pay.
A word about band, orchestra or chorus at Tates Creek- - because you get a grade for almost every activity associated with these classes, please be aware that most of these activities will not count towards the accumulation of CAS hours. However, if you are involved in an activity outside the school day or the normal curriculum, chances are we can work something out. Immediate things that come to mind are band camp, KMEA performances, and any extracurricular music or chorus involvement such as being a part of the orchestra for a school performance. Remember: When in doubt, ask.
Note: These categories may overlap. You may use one activity in several categories, but you may not count the same hours twice. For example, if you dance 30 hours, you could use 15 hours toward creativity and 15 towards action. You could write one reflection that covers both areas, or write separate reflections.