VISUAL ART 1

L. Hayes E-111

Art & Design 1 is an introductory class allowing students the opportunity to develop skills of visual representation, experimentation with different artistic media, and learn the value of artistic developments. Required assignments include lessons & skill building in areas of line, value, texture & form with emphasis in composition. The class will incorporate the following visual & performing Arts Standards:

1.0Artistic Perception

2.0Creative Expression

3.0Historical & Cultural Context

4.0Aesthetic Valuing

5.0Connections, Relationships & Applications

THIS IS A PARTICIPATION CLASS—Students are expected to be performing.

**Due to the severity in budget cuts, we may request that students contribute ______to be used for supplies/materials. Students are required to supply their own pencils, erasers and black pens. Without contribution, students will not be able to take home any work, & some projects may be different from the rest of the class.

GRADING

  • the final grade will be determined by averaging the total of project assignments along with weekly participation grades.
  • Attendance & class participation will make up roughly 40% of your grade.
  • Class participation points will accumulate on a daily basis. Lose points by not doing what you’re supposed to be doing &/or disruption of the learning/teaching environment. This includes tardiness. *should disruptive behavior require being removed from this class, or suspension because of any other class or reason, you forfeit points of participation for said week or time period.
  • Incomplete projects and/or those without names will not be graded
  • Projects will be graded on a set rubric including craftsmanship, effort, design & expression. *other specific points on rubric change according to assignment.
  • Anything relating to sex, drugs, alcohol &/or gangs are inappropriate for school & this class and will not be graded or accepted.
  • Students must complete over 50% of assigned projects to receive a passing grade in this course.
  • All projects must be completed IN class
  • 90-100 = A
  • 80-89 = B
  • 70-79 = C
  • 60-69 =D
  • 59-below = F

CLASS POLICIES

  • Come prepared every day with your own pencil & eraser
  • All school policies in regards to tardiness, absences & discipline will be enforced
  • There are NO PASSES from this class—bathroom usage is expected to be taken care of on student’s time—during breaks, before or after classes.
  • Food &/or drinks are not permitted during class
  • It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with teacher for any/all make up work due to extended absences (please email me)
  • Projects have set due dates and deadlines must be followed. *(sick or slower students will have until the following WED. to turn work in without penalty [unless other arrangements have been made] however, it must be done on their own time.)
  • Late work is only accepted due to extended illness &/or teacher approval. Unexcused absenteeism or disciplinary removal from classes (OCD) are not valid excuses for make up work—contact teacher
  • Students are responsible for cleaning up their work areas & supplies along with occasional assigned duties for the class
  • Students are to observe all safety rules & common sense when using equipment or tools or while simply being in this classroom
  • Headphones are allowed only as long as I can’t hear the music & student assumes all responsibility while in this classroom-- *all digital, music media is NOT allowed on campus as a school rule—students who bring them anyway do so attheir risk—I assume NO responsibility.
  • I will collect all digital media (cell phones, game players etc) & give to administration if they are being used or just in plain sight. All phones are expected to be off/silent and put away during class time.
  • Return any/all borrowed items or supplies to Mrs. Hayes

**Please note—this information is discussed on the first or second day of class. Students are given a CLASS ROOM RULES sheet that parents are to review with student and sign. It is to be returned…in signing off, it is my understanding that you understand my expectations and rules and will help to reinforce those expectations with your students. Thank you for your support. I look forward to a fabulous year. Please call me or email me any time…