Although each of you children will recieve a copy of the syllabus, I wanted to give each parent 24 hour access to the art syllabus.

 

ART SYLLABUS

Grades k-6

Mrs. Schutsky

 

Welcome to Art!  I hope you are ready for an exciting art experience.  This year you will be introduced to a variety of art media, artists and new ideas.  In class you will learn about the elements and principles of design, learn to use different art materials and study about the art of the past and present.  Your newly acquired art skills will allow you to express ideas in artworks of your own.  You will become literate (able to read) in art.

 

Once I have finished discussing this syllabus in class, please share this syllabus with your parents. Then sign the Syllabus Acknowledgement Form and return it.  Thank you!

 

ABOUT MRS. SCHUTSKY:

 

I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Arizona.  I have been creating art since I was a child.  For the past 2 years I have been involved in the Downtown Phoenix art scene, selling artwork, clothes and accessories.  I have an interest in almost all art mediums including; photography, painting, sculpture and silk screening.  I also like to sew, a lot.  I believe we are all artists at heart.  The trick is finding out which type of art you like and finding out how you can excel in it!

 

Contact Information: JSchutsky@sonoranacademy.org

 

GRADES: Keep EVERYTHING!!!

-If there is ever an error in your grades, you must have proof of your work to correct these errors!

I will be grading assignments after each class and you will be taking them home the following class.  I would like you to keep most of your work at school on display, but if you take it home- remember to keep it safe in case you have a grade error.

 

Grades will be based on:

Participation

Skill (or attempt at improving skill)

& Creative thinking

 

ART HISTORY

 

Most studio assignments you will learn about a famous artist, time period, and/or art movement.  This is part of the curriculum and it’s very important to helping you understand why artists do what they do.  The goal is to provide you with an overview of art from prehistoric times to the present. 

 

TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN ART CLASS

1.             Follow Directions

2.            Be Respectful

3.            Be ready to learn about ART!

WHY ARE YOU ASKED TO WORK QUIETLY?

 

When you are working on studio projects in Art class I ask you not to visit.  Quietness allows you and your classmates a chance to focus on the task at hand.  It is a courtesy in respecting yourself and others.  It allows you to engage in “right brain mode” which is an integral part of the artistic process.  Sometimes (non verbal) music will be played in the background to help stimulate creativity (this does not mean you can bring your own music).

 

ATTENDANCE

 

If you are absent you can not make up the work during class time.  We only meet once a week, so if you miss something you can come to a tutoring session and make up the work or make it up at home.

 

MAKE-UP POLICY

 

We follow the make-up policy in the School Student Handbook.

If you have a concern about making up work, please email or talk with me.

 

ART CLASSROOM RULES

1.             Be Respectful

2.            Follow Directions

3.            Be Safe

4.            No Talking while I’m talking

5.            No Electronics

6.            No Touching the materials until I tell you to.

 

*Cell phones, IPODs and text messaging are not allowed.

 

PENALTIES FOR BREAKING RULES AND PROCEDURES

We at Sonoran Science Academy follow the rules and procedures found in your student handbook.  This is included but not limited to DPS (Discipline Points System).  Please refer to your student handbook for more information.

 

SEVERITY CLAUSE

Any severe offense will result in an automatic referral or other appropriate consequence.  Examples of severe offenses include disruption of class, bullying remarks, fighting, stealing, drugs and drug paraphernalia, violence, lying, cheating, and foul language.

 

CHEATING/PLAGIARISM

 

Students caught cheating on assignments, working on another student’s artwork will receive a numerical grade of “0” for that assignment.  Parents will be notified and a referral will be written for all students involved.

 

ART CLASSROOM PROCEDURES

 

These procedures were developed to help you have an enjoyable, safe and successful learning experience in Art class.  The Art Department’s classroom management system is designed so that I can teach and you can learn in a positive environment.

 

Entering the Classroom:

1.             Go to assigned seat right away, and sit down.

2.            Start on warm up assignment- follow directions on the assignment.

3.            Low to no noise (whisper only)

 

Lecture or Demonstration (When Mrs. Schutsky is talking)

1.              Be in assigned seat, sitting correctly.

2.             Do not touch materials during lecture.

3.             Quiet. Please, raise your hand to speak.

 

Set up:

1.             Go to designated material areas, and then return to your assigned seat.

2.            Pick up and bring approved materials to your table.

3.            Silent no talking.

 

Group Studio or small group activities:

1.             Be in assigned seat, sitting correctly.

2.             Only touch and use approved materials.

3.            Low noise level. Inside voices only.

 

Independent Work:

1.             Stay in assigned seat.

2.            Only use approved materials.

3.            No talking unless you raise your hand.

 

CLEAN UP:

1.             Get out of your seat only to return materials and clean up area.

2.            Return material as they were BEFORE use.

3.            Wipe table.

4.             Return rag.

5.             Return to assigned seat.

6.            Quiet.

 

Dismissal Procedure:

1.             Return to assigned seat after cleaning up.

2.            Sit down. (do not line up at the door!)

3.            No Materials.

4.            Quiet. Whisper.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks for your support!  I’m looking forward to a great year with you!

 

NAME___________________________________________________________________

Date_____________________       Grade_________________

 

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