classroom expectations

Just as you have high expectations for me as your teacher, I have high expectations for you as my student.
I expect you to come to class prepared and ready to create original artwork. You are required to bring a pencil, eraser, and an art folder every day to class. While you are here, please be responsible with supplies and always be on task so you can do your best work. If you cannot complete a project or assignment on time, it is your responsibility to speak with me about an extension. Unexcused or missing work will result in an incomplete or failing grade.
The art room is a place of mutual respect. I expect you to treat your peers, your teacher (whether a substitute or me), and yourself with the highest level of respect. Please be polite and do not put down your artwork or the artwork of another classmate. If appropriate behavior becomes a challenge for you, we will meet to find a solution. If necessary, we will include parents and administrators.
Effective artists constantly practice their drawing skills in journals or sketchbooks. As part of the MS art program, you will be assigned 3 journal assignments per quarter to help you build your creative thinking skills. Due dates and topics will be clearly posted in the art room and online. You will also have a chart to attach to your sketchbook that will help you keep track of your progress. Students will be given class times on “Visual Journal Fridays” to work on these assignments, but if not completed during class, you are required to finish it for homework.
You may find a copy of the grading scales and project and journal rubrics posted in the art room and on the art blog. I encourage all of you to check out the Hillyard art blog regularly. It is a good way to see what is going on in the art room and to check out the student art galleries. Project and journal assignments are listed here as well. I will do my best to keep it updated throughout the year.