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Grading

My program aims to foster an interest in fine arts, develop independent problem solving skills, and encourage uniqueness.

Kindergarten grades are based on Following Directions and Class Participation.

My rubric is as follows:

• Following Directions

  • M = Did not forget steps / all requirements met

  • P = Some requirements met

  • NI = No requirements met

• Class Participation

  • M = engaged / answering questions

  • P = contributed a comment

  • NI = distracted / no comments

Report card grades in First through Eighth grade are based on effort in production of assignments and class participation. Artistic ability only gets you so far. Art skills, like most things, require practice. Deadlines are expected to be met, maximum effort is encouraged in all the student does.

My rubric is as follows {we use cupcakes as a visual aid!}

• 3 - 'The Works'

  • You showed initiative and tried new ideas.

  • You engaged in conversation about your work.

  • Requirements - You exceeded the requirements

  • Craftsmanship – You demonstrated mastery of skills

  • Creativity - Excellent solution to the problem. You put your personality & style into the piece.

• 2 - 'Frosted'

  • You used class time well.

  • You participated in conversation about your work.

  • Requirements – You did everything I requested

  • Craftsmanship - You demonstrated knowledge of skills

  • Creativity - You met all expectations but lacks originality

• 1 - 'Missing the Icing'

  • Unfinished work OR You needed encouragement to complete the assignment.

  • Hesitant to participate in discussions

  • Requirements – You did not meet the requirements

  • Craftsmanship – Your skills need work (sloppy, scribbled, too small, etc)

  • Creativity – You copied the sample or someone else’s ideas

• X - 'Unbaked'

  • No work

  • Did not contribute to class discussions

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