AGBU Art I/II Syllabus 2017 - 2018Miss Kaufman

Art I/II Syllabus

Art I/IIis intended to further develop a student’s confidence in their ability to express themselves through art. Students will be introduced to various mediums and tools and encouraged to think outside the box in their application of learned techniques. Students will be required to keep a sketch book as a visual journal throughout the year which will count for a percentage of their participation grade.

All Art I/II students must participate in the Spring Dance & Art Show on Friday, March 9th and Saturday, March 10th ; this includes preparation for the show and being present for at least one of the performances.

It is mandatory for all High School VPA students to attend the Drama show on February 23rd or 24th. Students can earn extra credit by attending the Middle School VPA show on April 13th or 14th.

All students must pay a class fee of $150.

This fee is due on or by Monday, September 11, 2017.

In addition, each student must provide:

1 smock to protect their uniform

1 sketch book at least 9” x 12”

Focus

•Research and analyze various Artists and Art Styles and use the vocabulary of the visual arts to express their observations

•Graphic Design; Demonstrate an increased knowledge of technical skills in complex two and three-dimensional art media and processes

•Historical and Cultural context of the visual arts; identify similarities and differences in the purposes of art created in varying cultures

•Drawing, Painting in 2 and 3 dimensional applications; how the role of new technologies influences these traditional mediums

•Fiber Arts, i.e.. weaving and macrame

•Mixed Media, i.e. paper mache, origami, jewelry techniques

•Select a grouping of the

•Community outreach

•School beautification

Class Etiquette

Enter the classroom in a calm manner and be in your seat when the bell rings!

Use materials as instructed by teacher

No cell phones or electronic devices (this will result in an automatic referral per school policy)

No jewelry or watches (this will result in an automatic referral per school policy)

No GUM (this will result in an automatic referral per school policy)

No food or beverages in class (except your personal water which must be in a bottle that has a lid)

Class Etiquette, Cont’d

Supplies must be cleaned and put away in the CORRECT place before leaving class as well as the tables wiped down

No profanity or disrespectful behavior (this will result in an automatic referral per school policy)

Areas of Assessment and Consequences

Each student’s academic and citizenship grade is an assessment of the individual’s learned knowledge, application of taught skills & techniques and participation, as well as self-respect, respect of others, positive attitude, creativity, contribution, and personal growth.

Grading Scale

60% Participation, Discipline, Commitment, and Attitude (3pts per class)

20% Individual Progress and Assignments

20% Performances and Tests

Infraction Minus Points (I.M.P.)

Students are expected to be on time and prepared for class everyday. Tardiness or excessive absences will be reflected in the student’s grade. Attendance records begin anew at the start of every semester.

Infraction Minus Points

Tardy -2 (cannot be made up)

Absent (excused-illness/emergency)-3 (can be made up)

Absent (excused-school/teacher approved)-0

Non-participation (sitting out)-2 (can be made up)

Leaving class without permission-2

Removing Infraction Minus Points

“I.M.P Credits” are given for Art Articles. Students can makeup excused absences by turning in an Art Article.Art Articles are worth 6 points each (see attached Art Article Handout for more details.)

Acknowledgment

Please be advised, signing this document makes you accountable to yourself for the follow through of all above requirements. If you have a questions or concerns regarding this course please feel free to contact me; .

This personal commitment will help you complete the class successfully and build a foundation for a positive future.

We, the undersigned, acknowledge and accept all of the aforementioned terms and obligations:

Student’s SignatureDate

Signature of Parent/GuardianDate