Disclosure
Course Description
The class focuses on making art with different tools and techniques. Anyone can succeed in this class, regardless of his or her artistic training. You will be given a basic introduction to art history, practices, and ideas.
Learning Targets
Each student will:
1. Explore tools, techniques, and processes of making art.
2. Create works of art that use the elements and principles of art.
3. Learn to critique and evaluate artwork.
4. Create meaning in works of art.
5. Organize and exhibit works of art.
6. Recognize some influences on artists through history.
7. Make connections between art and other subjects.
8. Recognize how art fits into everyday life.
Lab Fee
Each student must pay a $10 lab fee to participate in this course. Most students pay for this with the rest of their fees during registration.
Art Kit
Students will need some art supplies to complete the required work for the term. We call this our art kit. The kit can be purchased through the school and includes: One large Ziploc bag, drawing pencils (HB, 2B), watercolor set, kneaded eraser, and a sketch book. The cost of the kit is $7.00 which can be paid for at the financial window. Remember to bring me the receipt. If you prefer, you can bring these supplies from home instead of buying them through the school.
Grading
Your grade reflects your learning. Skill-based exercises are graded on mastery. All skills must be checked to pass the class. Students will assist in determining grades for portfolio pieces (finished artworks) which will receive a 1, 2, or 3 according to a grading rubric.
Homework and Sketchbook
The majority of your work will be done in class. You can always finish work at home if you need more time. Students will regularly spend time out of class working in their sketchbooks.
Make-up Work and Grade Improvement
Assignments can be reworked or redone for more credit. To receive a higher grade on any assignment, students can put in extra effort and show obvious improvement. No make-up work is accepted the last week of the semester.
Late Work
It is important that you stay caught up with assignments as they build on each other. We will be critiquing work in class, so it is important for you to have your work finished before the discussion. No late work will be accepted the last week of the term.
Expectations
1. Respect others.
2. Respect other’s property and school property.
3. Be self-motivated: come to class on time and ready to work every day.
4. Clean up after yourself.
Attendance
Unexcused absences are unacceptable. Any time you are absent you should check this website, check with your neighbor, and then check with Mrs. Pitcher. Tardies will be handled through the school's tracking system.
Citizenship
Your citizenship grade is determined by personal behavior and attendance. Disrespectful behavior such as insulting others, damaging property of any kind, or use of inappropriate language will result in a drop of your citizenship grade. Multiple tardies will also lower the grade. The citizenship grade breakdown is as follows:
O = Outstanding S = Satisfactory N = Needs Improvement U = Unsatisfactory
Discipline Policy
I expect you to show maturity through respectful behavior. If your behavior is inappropriate, I will talk with you privately about the problem. If the situation does not improve, your parents will be contacted. If the problem persists, you will be referred to the principal's office for disciplinary action or removal from the class.
Special Needs
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, students needing special accommodations may contact me for alternative arrangements.
Discrimination
Mountain Ridge Junior High does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, disability, national origin, race, religion, or gender in its programs or activities. Please contact a school administrator if you have any questions or concerns.
The class focuses on making art with different tools and techniques. Anyone can succeed in this class, regardless of his or her artistic training. You will be given a basic introduction to art history, practices, and ideas.
Learning Targets
Each student will:
1. Explore tools, techniques, and processes of making art.
2. Create works of art that use the elements and principles of art.
3. Learn to critique and evaluate artwork.
4. Create meaning in works of art.
5. Organize and exhibit works of art.
6. Recognize some influences on artists through history.
7. Make connections between art and other subjects.
8. Recognize how art fits into everyday life.
Lab Fee
Each student must pay a $10 lab fee to participate in this course. Most students pay for this with the rest of their fees during registration.
Art Kit
Students will need some art supplies to complete the required work for the term. We call this our art kit. The kit can be purchased through the school and includes: One large Ziploc bag, drawing pencils (HB, 2B), watercolor set, kneaded eraser, and a sketch book. The cost of the kit is $7.00 which can be paid for at the financial window. Remember to bring me the receipt. If you prefer, you can bring these supplies from home instead of buying them through the school.
Grading
Your grade reflects your learning. Skill-based exercises are graded on mastery. All skills must be checked to pass the class. Students will assist in determining grades for portfolio pieces (finished artworks) which will receive a 1, 2, or 3 according to a grading rubric.
- A: You have achieved a majority of 3s on your artworks. No score is below a 2.
- B: No score is below a 2.
- C: No score is below a 1.
Homework and Sketchbook
The majority of your work will be done in class. You can always finish work at home if you need more time. Students will regularly spend time out of class working in their sketchbooks.
Make-up Work and Grade Improvement
Assignments can be reworked or redone for more credit. To receive a higher grade on any assignment, students can put in extra effort and show obvious improvement. No make-up work is accepted the last week of the semester.
Late Work
It is important that you stay caught up with assignments as they build on each other. We will be critiquing work in class, so it is important for you to have your work finished before the discussion. No late work will be accepted the last week of the term.
Expectations
1. Respect others.
2. Respect other’s property and school property.
3. Be self-motivated: come to class on time and ready to work every day.
4. Clean up after yourself.
Attendance
Unexcused absences are unacceptable. Any time you are absent you should check this website, check with your neighbor, and then check with Mrs. Pitcher. Tardies will be handled through the school's tracking system.
Citizenship
Your citizenship grade is determined by personal behavior and attendance. Disrespectful behavior such as insulting others, damaging property of any kind, or use of inappropriate language will result in a drop of your citizenship grade. Multiple tardies will also lower the grade. The citizenship grade breakdown is as follows:
O = Outstanding S = Satisfactory N = Needs Improvement U = Unsatisfactory
Discipline Policy
I expect you to show maturity through respectful behavior. If your behavior is inappropriate, I will talk with you privately about the problem. If the situation does not improve, your parents will be contacted. If the problem persists, you will be referred to the principal's office for disciplinary action or removal from the class.
Special Needs
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, students needing special accommodations may contact me for alternative arrangements.
Discrimination
Mountain Ridge Junior High does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, disability, national origin, race, religion, or gender in its programs or activities. Please contact a school administrator if you have any questions or concerns.