Glastonbury Public Schools
Middle School Art
Grades 7–8
Program of Studies for Smith Middle School
The Smith Middle School Art Department offers art instruction in a variety of areas including animation, clay, computer art, crafts, design, and fine arts. While there are similarities between 7th & 8th grade course titles and media studies, all courses are different in terms of the techniques used, concepts being taught, and the body of knowledge and skills that are developed.
For an up to date listing of current course offerings, please visit the Smith Middle School home page and click on the Program of Studies under the "Academics" tab.
Please Note:
All courses meet 2-3x per week for one semester.
Seventh grade art electives are not prerequisites for taking eighth grade art electives.
7th Grade Art Offerings
The Art of Animation E227
Explore the techniques of animation that are cornerstones for today’s high-tech animation industry. In this class, you will create your own characters and bring them to life using pencils, paper, paint, cameras and computers!
Art Zone E217
Whether you consider yourself an artist or not, you will have fun learning new techniques and processes such as painting, printmaking, and develop observational drawing skills, while expanding media skills using pastels, paints, charcoal, oil pastels, pen & ink and MORE! Don’t hesitate. Sign up today! Get in the ART ZONE!
Crafts E237
Use a variety of traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques to create artistic forms with a contemporary flair. Learn to design and create jewelry, boxes, books, fashion, and other functional and non-functional objects. Sign up, and watch your ideas take form!
3-D Art E247
Shape, sculpt, carve, and build 3-dimensional forms that are self-expressive and original. Plan, design and create 3-dimensional works with a variety of materials such as clay,paper, fabric, and recycled, repurposed and found items. Roll up your sleeves and let creativity be your guide!
8th Grade Art Offerings
Sculpture E248
Don’t be flat! Be well-rounded! Build 3-dimensional art, sculptures, and more. Discover unique ways to create functional art and design. Use new-age materials as well as clay, paper, wood, natural fibers, glass, plastic, and EVEN METALS! All skill levels are welcome.
Modern Design E238
Everything is designed by someone. Experience what it is like to be a professional in the fields of fashion, advertising, product, package, and graphic design. If you’d like to learn to use technology-based software and traditional processes to create original artwork and learn about careers in the field of design, this hands-on course is for you! All skill levels are welcome.
Studio Art & Media E218
Enjoy exploring the world of art. Have you ever wondered how art is created? We will show you how by exploring painting, drawing, printing, and sculpting techniques using the materials used by many contemporary and traditional artists. Learn the tricks of the trade and surprise yourself! This course will teach you how to creatively and skillfully express yourself through art. All skill levels are welcome.
Digital Art & Media E228
Go digital! Let the mouse be your pencil and paintbrush. You will learn to use Adobe Photoshop© and other software to create digital drawings, illustrations, and designs. Develop new technology skills Increase your computer skills while creating original paintings, surreal images, photographs, and more! All skill levels are welcome.