Welcome to art class! I am looking forward to our nine weeks together.

This 9-week course is filled with projects and activities that will boost your critical thinking habits, grow your creativity, and develop your communication skills through writing and talking about art. 

Contact Information

Columbia Middle School - 706-541-1252

I am free to receive or make phone calls from 11:45 a.m. to 12:40 p.m.

My email address is nancy.morris@ccboe.net .

Class Schedule

• First and Second Period - 6th Grade

• Third and Fourth Period - 8th Grade

• Sixth and Seventh Period - 7th Grade

Welcome to Visual Arts Syllabus

Students receive the Welcome to Visual Arts letter the first day of class.  
There is a second page that you can view by clicking the right arrow.

Please read through this page which outlines the art room procedures and expectations.

1. What will students be learning and how will they be graded?

Students will learn about the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design and incorporate them into projects using variety of mediums. We will also be focusing on the Studio Habits. Projects will be graded using a rubric, and they will focus on concepts taught in class. These include the understanding of art skills, vocabulary, craftsmanship, problem solving, originality, and self-reflection.

2. What are the art room rules and expectations?

No one has the right to interfere with the LEARNING, CONCENTRATION, SAFETY, or WELL-BEING of others.

Be Responsible

1. I will be on time to class and prepared to work.

2. I will stay focused on my art and work hard.

3. I will clean up after myself and help others do the same.

4. I will enter the room quietly, sit in my assigned seat, and complete the Warm Up without being asked.

5. If I miss class, I will speak to Mrs. Morris to make arrangements to complete my missing work.

6. I will keep my device silenced and put away in a bag unless I have specific permission from my teacher to have it out and use it.

Be Respectful

1. I will act and speak maturely, respectfully, and kindly to everyone. If I can’t be kind, I will be quiet.

3. I will speak quietly and only when I have permission and only speak to people at my table.

5. I will only get out of my seat with permission.

6. I will avoid making unneeded noises.

7. I will keep myself to myself – (not touch other people or their things).

8. I will listen to and follow directions the first time they are given.

9. If I have a question or need help, I will raise my hand and wait patiently.

10. I will speak privately with Mrs. Morris about my concerns or issues.

11. I will avoid eating and chewing gum in the art room.

Be Safe

1. I will use, clean, and put back all tools and materials as directed.

2. I will not throw things. I will place trash into the trash can.

3. I will not spray or splash people or the counters, floors, etc.

4. I will only walk in the art room.

5. I will keep the floor dry, clean, and obstacle free.

6. I will not lean back in my chair.

B. Art Room Procedures

1. Entering the classroom – Enter the classroom quietly. Read the board, get your materials, and work quietly on the assignment on the board until class starts.

2. Whole class focus – During this time you are expected to be engaged in the class demonstration or discussion. This means that you are quiet, seated, and facing whoever is talking to the class. Please raise your hand to speak.

3. Studio time ­– After Mrs. Morris's instructions, begin working on the day’s project. The first 15 minutes of studio time, you are to work quietly and not talk. This helps students focus on their creative work. Please raise your hand and get permission to get out of your seat. When a demonstration or teaching is happening, you are expected to immediately stop what you are doing, be quiet, and focus on the teacher.

4. Clean-up ­– The last three to five minutes of each class well be spent cleaning. Any materials used during class time must be put back in their proper place, nothing is left on your desks, chairs, or on the floor. Once you are done cleaning your area, please sit in your seat.

5. Dismissal ­– You may only leave the classroom with the teacher’s permission. When Mrs. Morris announces the end of class, you are expected to stop working and begin cleaning and putting back your materials. Once you have completed your responsibilities, you will return to your seat and wait to be dismissed. To leave during class, you must have your pass sheet issued by Mrs. Morris. Please sign out on the class clipboard when you leave and sign in when you return to class.