Pre AP Art I
Mrs. Jones Gonzales
Reagan High School
Course Description
Pre AP Art I course is an introductory art course for the advanced art student. It is highly recommended that Pre AP Art I students have studied art at the middle school level, or understand they will need to devote extra time and effort to master the material in this class. A desire to deepen their knowledge of art while improving their technique, compositional skills, conceptual thinking are essential for success in the class. As per the NEISD Student Handbook, a portion of the student’s grade will be based on performance/production. Student art works will be graded using a holistic rubric developed from the AP Studio Scoring Guidelines. Students will utilize the study of the Elements of Art (line, texture, color, value, shape/form, and space) and the Principles of Design (unity, variety/contrast, movement/rhythm, repetition/pattern, emphasis, balance, proportion, and figure/ground relationships) as they relate to a variety of art media and historical works. This course provides a broad base of knowledge and skills through visual awareness and creativity. Students are challenged to use reflective and critical thinking. The Pre-AP student must work outside of regular class hours.
Expectations
Pre AP Art I s a rigorous course intended for students seeking a challenging and engaging learning environment. As such, students are expected to arrive to class on time, prepared to learn, and possess intellectual curiosity and flexibility. Students must maintain the highest level of academic and artistic integrity.
Pre AP students will create and maintain both a physical and digital portfolio of their artwork. A portion of their portfolio will reflect a concentration, or theme, that uses subject matter and content to conceptually relate the works in their portfolio.
All Reagan art students are expected to maintain a personal supply kit and sketchbook. Additionally, advanced art students (including students enrolled in Pre AP Art I) are expected to pay a lab fee to cover the cost of additional materials used in these classes. If either of these expectations create an undue burden, please contact Mrs. Gonzales.
Students will, on occasion, use their cell phones in class to facilitate learning. It is highly recommended that students download Google Drive and Nearpod. These are free apps and available on all platforms.
Grading Policy
Student grades in visual art are comprised of three components:
Performance 30%
Minor Projects 30%
Major Projects 40%
Performance grades reflect the student’s responsible management of individual and classroom supplies and equipment, upholding classroom production standards, and working individually and collaboratively to ensure active engagement and participation. Performance is assessed daily.
Minor Project grades include, but are not limited to, sketchbooks, preliminary drawings, short writing assignments, one day assignments, critiques, and quizzes. Minor Project grades are assessed at least once every three weeks.
Major Project grades are studio projects/works of art, extended written critiques, and presentations. Students should expect to complete at least two Major Projects per grading period.
Late/Missing Work
This policy applies work categorized as a Minor Project or a Major Project.
Late work is defined as any assignment that is not submitted on the due date and class period with the exception of makeup work for absences or approved school activities.
A 20 percent deduction from the total grade earned will be taken for late assignments.
Late assignments will be accepted until the material has been assessed summatively or within a three-week grading period.
Extenuating circumstances may occur that prevent the completion and turning in of assignments on the due date. It is the parent/guardian and/or student’s responsibility to inform the teacher and/or an appropriate administrator of any such circumstances so that an exception to the rule may or may not be granted. The teacher and/or appropriate administrator shall have the authority to render a final decision on the granting of any exceptions.
https://www.neisd.net/cms/lib/TX02215002/Centricity/Domain/205/2017-18%20Secondary%20Handbook.pdf
Major works will be accepted up to three weeks after the original due date or within the nine-week grading period.
Major Concepts
● Develop ideas from direct observation and perception
● Identify and understand the elements of design
● Identify and understand the principles of design
● Make judgements about expressive properties
● Development of art language (vocabulary)
● Communicate ideas through original artwork in a variety of 2D and 3D media and techniques
● Use visual solutions and problem solving
● Communicate a variety of design solution
● Understand copyright, public domain, and appropriation
● Demonstrate effective technique and skill in a variety of 2D and 3D media
● Develop an understanding of art history and culture by analyzing styles, periods, and cultures
● Compare and contrast historical and contemporary styles
● Describe general characteristics in artwork from a variety of cultures
● Analysis of the artwork of self and others
● Interpret, evaluate, and justify artistic decisions of self and others
● Evaluate artwork using verbal and written methods of critique
● Construct and evaluate a portfolio of personal artwork
General Course Outline
First Nine Weeks
● Introduction to Major Art Concepts
● Elements and Principles of Design
● Drawing Concepts and Techniques
Second Nine Weeks
● Color Theory
● Painting
● Printmaking
Third Nine Weeks
● Ceramics
● Sculpture
Fourth Nine Weeks
● Digital Media
● Fibers
Contact
Students are encouraged to visit the College Board AP Central website www.collegeboard.com for more information and samples of AP portfolio work.