Excel High School’s Art History course provides an illuminating survey of artistic achievement from the dawn of creation to the threshold of modernity. Embarking on a chronological voyage beginning with the mystic expressions of Prehistoric Art and journeying through the centuries to the rich tapestry of African art in the 1700s, students will explore the enduring legacies of the Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Japanese, and Native Americans. This course is meticulously designed to hone students' skills in perception, comprehension, and appreciation, enabling them to unlock the visual languages of diverse art forms.

Through the exploration of the Boundless Art History textbook, students are not merely observers of art; they become active participants in the dialogue it inspires. They learn to navigate the intellectual currents and aesthetic philosophies that define each era's visual expressions. With objectives that include dissecting the multifaceted purposes of art and understanding its communicative power, this course goes beyond surface appreciation. It investigates the profound impact that art has had in shaping civilizations and societies, urging students to consider not just the beauty of art, but its role as a mirror reflecting the human experience across time.