DUE DATES: Fourth Quarter:
Apr. 16~ Pastel-Fruit and Vegetable Still Life (100 pts.)
Apr. 30~ Two Point Perspective-Aerial and Interior (100 pts.)
May 13~ Watercolor Flower (100 pts.)
Sketchbook Checks for Fourth Quarter:
Apr. 16, 23
May 1, 13, 21
June 4
SYLLABUS
ART 1
Torrance Unified School District
West High School
Visual Performing Arts 2008-2009
Standards and Expectations
Ms. Byean
Course Objectives
To develop Visual Artistic expression by applying artistic processes and skills using a variety of mediums.
To understand historical contributions and cultural dimensions of the Visual Arts
To develop an aesthetic appreciation for the different styles of Visual Arts
To make connections and apply what is learned in the Visual Arts to everyday life
Art Production
Art Projects: Arts projects are assigned and assessed based on the project requirements. Projects are to be worked on in class during the time allotted for each project. Students will be given appointed days when they may work on projects during lunch or check out appropriate materials overnight to complete unfinished projects at home. Once a new project is assigned, students may not work on late unfinished projects during class time. Late projects must be worked on at home or during open studio. Students absent during a project are subject to the same guidelines. Extended absences will be dealt with on an individual basis.
Sketchbook: Students will be given sketchbook assignments to be completed at the beginning and end of the class during set-up and clean-up procedures. Sketchbooks will be graded approximately six times per quarter. Sketchbook practice must be a daily routine to maximize skill development. Students who are not prepared or do not have sketchbooks with them on check date have one week to make up the assignment, but it will receive only half credit. Students that were absent have the same number of days they were absent to make up the sketchbook for full credit. Please note: sketchbooks are not considered confidential information. Any inappropriate material or references will be reported, according to West High School Standards and Discipline Procedures.
Assessment Criteria and Grading Policy
Art is an elective class, that requires constant interaction with the instructor and regular attendance because it is a hands on project based course. Therefore, it is important that you attend every day.
Students are graded in the following classroom requirements:
1. Class work and art projects 2. Quizzes/Tests
3. Art History related assignments 4. Class critiques
5. Participation and Effort 6. Craftsmanship
7. Sketchbook 8. Clean-up
The grading scale is as follows:
A=100%-90% B=89%-80% C=79%-70% D=69%-60% F=59% and below
Every project is to be turned in with a self evaluation sheet. Projects and Sketchbook handed in without a self evaluation sheet will not be graded.
Late work will only be collected within one week of the due date. Late work will receive an automatic deduction of 10% of the total project grade.
Classroom Rules and Procedures for Success
When the bell rings, be in your seat and working on sketchbook assignments.
Work quietly during art production.
Give respect to the people, equipment, and furnishings of the class.
You may not work on outside class work, such as homework or studying, in this class.
Gum, food, and drinks (other than water) are not allowed in class.
Students are encouraged to self-manage regarding the class standards, expectations, and rules in the West High School Standards and Discipline Procedures. A warning will be given for inappropriate choices. If the student continues to make inappropriate choices, the parents will be called on for assistance. If poor choices continue, West High School Standards and Discipline Procedures will be invoked.
Set-up and Clean-up Procedures
Students will work on sketchbook assignments until their table is called for set-up. Students are expected to checkout materials quickly and quietly and begin working without delay.
Students will work on their projects until their table is called for cleanup. Students are expected to return all checked-out materials and clean-up quickly and quietly. After clean-up, students are expected to work on sketchbooks assignments until the bell rings. At the end of the class, students are to remain at their seats until dismissed by the instructor.
Tardies
Students must be at their seats working on the sketchbook assignments when the bell rings. Students may have up to three tardies each quarter without receiving an unsatisfactory citizenship grade. Students will begin each quarter with a clean slate. The consequence for a fourth tardy is detention. The consequence for a fifth tardy is TWO one hour detentions. Any student with six or more tardies will receive a U and may be subject to further disciplinary action according to the West High School Standards and Discipline Procedures.
Parent/Guardian Communications
Progress reports and report cards are my official notification of your students achievements. I believe that students want to make appropriate decisions and achieve success in art. Students are encouraged to maintain the provided project grade check form, in which their parent/guardian may also use to view their childs performance in the class. I encourage parent/guardian communication to help the student achieve this goal.
My phone number is: (310) 533-4299 ext. 7780
Email Address: jbyean@teacher.tusd.org
Class website: www.schoolnotes.com zip code: 90503, teacher: Byean, Joyce
Standards for Silent Sustained Reading-Period Three
West High School mandates a period of seventeen minutes devoted to Silent Sustained Reading. This reading time will be part of third period. Students are required to bring an appropriate book to read each day. Students are not allowed to do homework, read textbooks, or magazines. There is absolutely no talking, no writing, and no drawing during this period. Students who fail to follow the guidelines for SSR will be given appropriate consequences of detentions. At the end of SSR, students will remain silent during the reading of the bulletin. At the end of the bulletin, student will start their sketchbook assignments in accordance with the Standards and Expectations for the Art class.
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