Art Class Syllabus
25-26
Hollis Academy
Ms. Katie Fernandez
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Student Description:
Hollis Academy is a Title I School in Greenville South Carolina. Student body makeup is as follows; 610 Students attending in person school. 201 African American, 305 Hispanic or Latino, 26 two or more races/other, and 51 White. There are 13 students attending virtually this school year.
Standards:
South Carolina Visual Arts Standards
Year at a Glance
Resources and Materials in ther Hollis Art Studio:
Technology Materials: Promethean Board, teacher laptop, internet access,
Classroom Art Supplies: Pencils, erasers, crayons, colored pencils, tempera paint, watercolor paint, acrylic paint, oil pastels, markers, Sharpies, air dry clay, various paper types, scissors, glue, glue sticks, rulers, etc.
Clean-up Materials: Wash rags, paper towels, baby wipes.
Assessment and Evaluation of Student Progress:
Students will be assessed in a variety of ways. Most of these assessments will be formative and informal while there will be various summative and formal assessments throughout each quarter. Teacher observation, oral questioning, and participation in class will be used in formative assessment. Written artist statement worksheets, quizzes, lesson coloring pages, and completed art projects will be used in summative assessments.
Grading Procedures:
Minor grades will be recorded each week based on participation and worksheets. Major grades will be based on final projects and quizzes at the end of each quarter.
Homework Policy/Missed Work Policy:
All work will be completed in class. There will be no homework assigned. Students will build a foundation of necessary artistic skills and will continue to build upon that foundation each week. Missed work can be made up at the discretion of the teacher, based on the nature of the assignment.
Rules for Student Behavior
Students in the Art Studio will follow the Hollis Academy Code of Conduct as well as established Art Studio Expectations. Both are outlined below.
Hollis Academy Code of Conduct
I am responsible for myself, my actions, and my choices.
I always come prepared to learn.
I will respect everyone in our school with my speech and actions.
I will follow directions politely the first time they are given.
I will keep my hands, feet, and objects to myself.
The Hollis Academy behavior plan, Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS), is utilized within the Art Studio. Students earn a class "Growl" as recognition for being responsible, respectful, and ready. The Growls are added to their Growl board. Once they have filled their Growl board twice in the nine week period, they get to participate in a Growl Celebration.
Students will occasionally receive treats in the form of stickers, candy, and/or Art Bingo or “Free Draw” days for consistent good behavior in the art room.
Art Studio Behavior Expectations
As outlined above in guidelines for student behavior, students in the Art Studio are held to Hollis Academy expectations, and several additional art class specific guidelines. Those guidelines are summed up below. These behaviors and expectations will be modeled for students extensively in the first few weeks of school.
A - always listen and follow directions
R - Raise my hand if I have a question
T - Treat others and supplies with respect
I - Imagine your own ideas
S - Sit and stay in my seat unless otherwise instructed
T - Take time to clean up my mess
Consequences for Violating Art Studio and School Guidelines/Policies
A kind redirection to remember our Art Studio guidelines
A one-on-one with the teacher
Loss of art room privilege or treat
Parent note/phone call home.
Procedures for Non-Instructional Routines
Preparing for Class- Students are to put away any materials from their previous class and be ready for Art class with nothing in their hands.
Restroom- Students are expected to use the restroom prior to related arts classes beginning. In emergency situations, students will be allowed to either use the restroom in their classroom, or take a restroom pass and use the restroom closest to their classroom.
Nurse- If the need arises, a nurse pass will be completed and the student will take that pass with them to the nurse’s office.
Communication Procedures:
Parent communication will be done in the following ways: monthly Art Class Newsletters on the Art Class Website. Parents are also encouraged to contact the art teacher by website, email, or in person.