Should I take a band class or creative photography art class?

Question

So I'm going to be a junior in high school next year, taking mostly honors and AP/DC classes,

I'm in marching band, and I like it and everything, but I don't want to be in a band class. But my band director wants me to take a band class. And I only have two classes I can give up to take it:

Spanish 3-which I've heard is good for college to have one extra language class, and I like languages

Creative Photo-it's an art class that teaches photoshop and I heard it's good if you want to learn more about that and maybe go into graphic design, which I am interested in, because my brother's going into it, and I'm interested in it but not very good yet.

I also want an art class next year, because they are fun and I like art. I don't mind band class, and I could also see myself doing music in college, if I learn more instruments and more about it.

But in a band class there's more festivals and music you have to learn, and extra work I don't want to do. What should I do?

Answer 1

I think the photography class would be more fun ! You will learn so much & taking pictures is pretty much a nessecaty to some people so you'll have experiance ! =] good luck

Answer 2

You write

"l don't want to be in a band class."

"My band teacher wants me to take a band class"

Whose life is it, anyway?

You strike me as a bright young woman and you are so right to consider preparation for your future.

You are correct about Spanish, it is better preparation for a top college and for other opportunities.

You are in a vulnerable position because you will find many teachers will want you in their class for their own benefit. Just imagine what it's like teaching dummies who couldn't care less, so all are eager to enroll a good motivated student. Keep that in mind when you make your choices. Think of what is best for you, not anyone else.

If you can find a school counselor you like that person can also help you make the best decisions for yourself.

Answer 3

First of all, you are not even in middle school yet, chill out! You don't have to decide what career and college you want to go to yet. Middle school is supposed to be a time where you figure out who you are so you can persue it in high school and get ready for life. It's not a time to stress out. You have an entire life ahead of you to take band, art, and spanish 3,4 and 5! I would suggest taking spanish as your first choice because you may need it for a high school credit and it is easier to get out of the way. And as far as choosing between band and spanish, I'd say go with your gut feeling. But I must say that children who learn music do better in math, and there usually are alot more people who take band so you have a better chance of making new friends in Middle school. And the people I know who stayed in band were very popular in middle school (if that matters to you). Again, go with your gut feeling.