I am looking forward to a school year filled with learning, creativity, and fun!
This year I am planning for us to be working with different types of mediums, such as watercolors, tempera paint, pastels, tissue paper and much more. We will be learning about and using the Elements and Principles of art and art history as we work through our lessons and
create our masterpieces!
Classroom Routine and Expectations:
Enter quietly, move to your assigned seat and be prepared with your pencil. Look to the Smartboard for the current assignment topic/directions. Work at your table, talking quietly with others next to you, ask questions, participate, complete work on time. Use all materials safely.
Typically, students should be able to finish all their work during class. If any artwork is not finished during the class time allotted, students will be asked to take it home and return it completed for their next week’s class.
Grading Policy:
Rubrics are used to grade student artwork; however, I consider every student’s individual ability. Assignments should be completed on time with few exceptions. Students in grades 3-8 always have the option to take work home if they know they need extra time and bring it back for the next art class. Students will also be graded throughout the marking period on their participation and focus/on task behavior during class. It is important that students strive to stay on task so that they, as well as their peers, have an excellent learning environment.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email me at jponds@sthelenaedison.org