Upper School Studio Art Expectations
Materials Due in one week.
Pencil set H, HB, B minimum
White eraser
Kneaded eraser
Black markers 3 sizes thin, medium, and thick
Sketchbook approx 8.5x 11
Pencil box or case
Pencil sharpener
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS:
Students are expected to follow appropriate classroom conduct conducive to focus and concentration.
Be a good listener. When someone is speaking, wait until they have finished their thought before you begin. Be respectful of others. Ask questions politely.
Have honest compassion. It may be frightening for some to show their work to a group.
Constructive and honest feedback is important. There should be a sense of safety among members of the class. Trust is essential to creative growth. Provide an atmosphere of fellowship and helpfulness.
The study of art is not a competitive sport. The success of someone else can never block our own success. Be helpful; learn to rely on one another.
Daily rituals: Begin on time with quiet exercise
Complete the class by writing down reminders and cleaning up room.
Evaluation and Grading
Self directed: Be self motivated and take control of your education.
Solve Problems: overcome obstacles that arise
Secures resources and research independently
Drive and determination in pursuit of goals
Measure and report on your progress
Cooperative and contributing group member
It is ok to ask questions and ask for help
Class participation: The following are positive attributes for class participation: promoting a cooperative atmosphere - developing verbal skills in discussing class work- learning to think critically and participate in critiques
Demonstrate Rigor: At various stages of work completion, students will learn to accept and give criticism and to apply suggestions to make improvements. Research may be necessary information as needed. Students may rework projects when necessary.
Demonstrate understanding: Student’s completed projects need to show understanding of the project’s concepts in the “form” of each work.
Quality of craftsmanship: Appropriate to each project.
Assignments on time: Assignments may be redone or reworked. If improvement is demonstrated, the grade will be appropriately adjusted.
Attendance: This is a studio course organized to build skills progressively. Missing too many classes will jeopardize skills needed in future projects. You must be here and ready to begin promptly with all materials needed for that particular project. Being late to class can affect your grade.
A= Excels well beyond expectations, demonstrates a high level of understanding and is able to synthesize concepts into a personal visual resolution. Craftsmanship is a high standard and demonstrates rigor to rework and improve project to best of their ability.
B= Understands assignment and performs higher than average work. Improves work through seeking and applying advice.
C = Finishes assignment and does the bare minimum to complete. Little effort beyond classroom work. Shows disinterest in learning to make work better and improve skills.
D= Does not complete assignment but does try. Weakness in grasping ideas of assignment and work habits. Disruptive to others and unable to use time effectively.
F=Does not turn in assignments. May have worked on the project but has no work to show for evaluation. Late, absent, and unwilling to make up assigned work.
