Through utilizing the following priority standards students will learn to create, present, respond, and connect in all art classes across the district. The art teachers in Weber School District have decided the following standards listed below are our primary focus in all art courses across the district. 

Noteworthy Additions to Priority Standards

The standards listed below are common standards and principles the art teachers throughout Weber School District thought were important to include in the priority standards process. 

• (L1.V.CR.1) Use multiple approaches to begin creative endeavors. 

• (L1.V.CR.4) Explain how traditional and nontraditional materials may affect human health and environment, and demonstrate safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment. 

• (L1.V.CO.2) Describe how knowledge of culture, traditions, and history may influence personal responses to art.

• Elements & Principles of Art: Students will utilize the elements and principles as tools to create and communicate effectively through art. Students will practice these to learn foundational art skills that help individual growth and improvement in their art. 

• Artist Statement: The artist statement aims to defend, explain personal connections, and convey why the artist is creating their work of art. The statement should aid the viewer in understanding their artwork.

• Art History & Culture: Students will be exposed to some aspects of art history and culture throughout our art courses.