art class

 "Every child is an artist." -Pablo Picasso

We will meet once a week on Tuesday or Thursday depending on grade. 

Grades PreK3 - 4th will explore different materials, learn to use tools, and create from observation and imagination. We will work on fun seasonal projects and art that reinforces the rest of their academic curriculum.

Grades 5-8 will maintain a personal art portfolio throughout the year.  This will include sketches, continuing work, and finished art work used to track progress.   The portfolio will be cleared out after each quarter.  This will help each student take ownership and develop confidence in their art.  

Grades will be based on:

• Keeping work organized and stored properly (5th-8th)

• Effort and participation 

• Positive, respectful behavior in class

• Following directions and using time wisely

What's Expected :

• Listen carefully to instructions

• Respect each other's art and ideas and our classroom environment.

• Take care of art supplies- Use all tools and materials responsibly.  

• Clean up your space when you're done. Leave your table neat for the next artist.

• Take your time - great art doesn't need to be rushed.

• Try your best! 

• Be creative! There are no "wrong" answers in art.

• Celebrate progress, not perfection!

Art Room Guidelines

• Chat quietly with classmates at your table while working

• Get up to sharpen your pencils, if there is not a line at the sharpener

• Have fun! :)

Have questions or want to donate supplies?

LButler@saintmargaretschool.com