Grading in the art room is based on a variety of assessments both formal and informal that range from discussions, portfolios, demonstrations, techniques, critiques, and artwork review.
Grades Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Report Cards
The RRISD Primary Report Card is a standards-based continuum, meaning that progress is reported on the knowledge and skills your child is expected to master at each grade level. The continuum is based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)
Met Standard (MS) – Exhibits mastery of skill/concept
Approaching Standard (AS) – Exhibits skill/concept with minimal guidance
Limited Progress towards Standard (LP) – Exhibits skill/concept with direct guidance
X (No Assessment) Students have not engaged in activity or participated for appropriate assessment
3rd-5th Grade Grading Guidelines
Specials Classes
Teachers in art, music, and physical education report student progress on the report card using the following terms.
E Exceeding
S Satisfactory
N Needs improvement
U Unsatisfactory
In Art Education, students are graded on a variety of concepts and skills that are aligned with the Fine Arts TEKS, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, as well as the Art Education standards for Round Rock ISD.
In 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade, students earn letter grades such as “E”, “S”, “N”, and “U”. Students will receive grades based on demonstrating concepts and skills, participating in activities, correct use of techniques and tools and daily creativity and comprehension.
“E” stands for EXCEEDING, which means that a student is above grade level expectations. Consistently performs skills independently. Consistent Participation.
“S” stands for SATISFACTORY, which means that a student is meeting grade level expectations. Performs skills independently with occasional guidance. Consistent Participation.
“N” stands for NEEDS IMPROVEMENT, which means that a student is struggling with meeting grade level expectations. Performs skills with guidance. Minimal Participation.
“U” stands for UNSATISFACTORY, which means that a student is performing below grade level expectations. Does not demonstrate skills. No participation.