3d design disclosure Statement
Teacher: Chris Wightman
Email: cwightman@graniteschools.org
Course Objectives:
Provide students with opportunities to:
1. Think creatively and realize those creations.
2. Use principles of design to create interesting composition.
3. Develop skills in producing 3d designs
4. Learn techniques in a variety of media
5. Think critically about their own works as well as the works of others.
6. Talk about art and the decisions that artists make.
7. Gain an appreciation for art and art history.
8. Explore their own aesthetic values.
Materials: A $25.00 class fee should be paid at the main office. All materials are provided for students with those fees as well as other district monies. Students should keep all of their materials in their box in the classroom so that they can always be prepared with proper materials.
Course Requirements and Grading:
Students will be given a lot of freedom to create. This demands that students stay self motivated and choose their own subject matter, designs, and content. They will be challenged to stay working and not get discouraged. All students must:
Homework: Sketchbook assignments will be given to students to complete at home in order to study 3D design, help them to see how often 3d design shows up in their lives, and to start to understand their own aesthetic responses to design. (see attached sheet titled “ 3D Sketchbook”.
Grading Scale:
Classroom Expectations: (see attached sheet)
It is very important that students are respectful of the materials and media. Some of the tools used in the 3d class can be dangerous if misused. Students who misuse the materials will no longer be allowed to use them. Always be responsible and respectful of the classroom, your fellow students, and your teacher. Violation of expectations will result in the following consequence:
First offense: Review expectation violated by copying it down and turning in to the teacher.
Second offense: Review expectation, parent notification, drop in citizenship grade.
Third offense: Review expectation, parent notification, drop in citizenship, 8th period.
Fourth offense: Review expectation, parent notification, drop in citizenship, 8th period, meeting with vice principle.
Citizenship Grading Scale: 4.0 – Honor; 3.0 – Good; 2.0 – Satisfactory; 1.0 – Poor; 0.0 – Failure.
Citizenship Grading Scale: 4.0 – Honor; 3.0 – Good; 2.0 – Satisfactory; 1.0 – Poor; 0.0 – Failure.
Accommodations: If any special accommodations need to be made for the student, the parent or guardian should contact Mr. Wightman so that arrangements can be made.
Philosophy: Art is a vital part of a student’s learning development. Artists do not create with their hands, but with their minds. Art exercises that part of the muscle we call a brain that will help students to solve problems creatively. Art helps to develop visual learning skills, enabling the student to see things more clearly and completely. Art helps students to learn to express themselves in effective ways. Art helps to create well-rounded individuals and can be a source for life-long fulfillment. Art is fun. I hope that this course will be fun, fulfilling, and a great learning experience for you.
Mr. Chris Wightman
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Expectations
What is expected of me to help create a safe and effective learning environment for myself, my classmates, and my teacher.
1. Self Starter: I will arrive on time prepared and go right to work. I will not bring any food or drink (except water), gum, backpacks, electrical devices, or anything else that might distract from instruction into the classroom. I will be in the classroom when the bell starts ringing. I will immediately retrieve my box and go directly to my seat and stay there. I will not wait for Mr. Wightman, but will go right to work on my projects. If I am not in my seat when the bell rings, I will stop whatever I am doing, go to my seat, and quietly work or wait until Mr. Wightman calls for my attention.
2. Instruction: I will give Mr. Wightman my full attention the first time he asks for it. I will then stop what I am doing, put down my materials, and look at him so that he knows that I am listening. I will stay focused on him and listen to what he is saying. I will not talk to others or make any noise. If I have a question or want to respond to something he says I will raise my hand and wait to be called on. When someone else is called on I will not talk over them. I will not get out of my seat for any reason during instruction. I will wait until Mr. Wightman says “Go to work” before I begin talking again or work on my assignment.
3. Production: As soon as Mr. Wightman says “Go to work,” I will retrieve all the materials needed to stay productive for the rest of the period. I will then stay focused on my work and not distract others. I will talk quietly and not shout across the room. I will not leave my seat except to retrieve materials as instructed by Mr. Wightman. I will work with my friend’s only with permission. If I finish early, I will work in my sketchbook or ask Mr. Wightman for something to do. I will always be working on some work of art.
4. Clean-up: I will ignore the clean-up bell. When Mr. Wightman says “Clean-up” I will clean off my desk and wipe it with a wet paper towel followed by a dry paper towel. I will picking up all garbage around my desk. I will properly clean and care for all of my tools as instructed by Mr. Wightman and return them to their proper place. I will keep the sink and counters clean and not leave paper towels or anything else that doesn’t belong there. I will not leave any messes in the room. I will put all of my materials in my box and return it to its proper shelf. When finished cleaning I will return to my desk and wait for Mr. Wightman to check the room. I will ignore the bell and wait for Mr. Wightman to excuse me.
5. Respect: I will respect my classmates, the materials, the classroom, and my teacher. I will never bully others or say mean things about them or their artwork. I will not touch other people’s things without permission. I will never use the materials in ways that are not intended. I will not go places in the room where I am not allowed. I will never throw things in the room. I will not bring electronics into the room. I will never dress or talk inappropriately. I will show respect to the teacher. If I disagree with him, I will voice my disagreement with respect. I will do whatever I can to make it a safe, comfortable environment for my classmates and my teacher.
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Name_________________________
Period________
Detach this sheet and return to teacher.
Bring a check for $25.00 made out to Wasatch Junior High to the main office for art class fees.
Bring the copy of your expectation sheet and sketchbook instructions to keep in your box in the classroom.
I have read this disclosure and understand what is expected of me to help this semester be a successful one.
Student_______________________________________________
Parent/Guardian_______________________________________
Telephone______________________________
Email________________________________________________
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