VA Comp (basic art)

VA Comprehensive (Basic Art) Wheeler High School    2018/2019

Instructor:  Kathleen Briner

Email: Kathleen.briner@cobbk12.org

Course Description:  This art class is the prerequisite for all art classes offered at Wheeler High School.  Students will learn the elements and principles of design as they work on art projects in both two and three dimensional mediums, in accordance with the Cobb County School District Standards.  Art history and appreciation, art critique methods, critical thinking skills, writing, and exploration of career choices are also covered in class this semester.

Student Expectations: Each student is encouraged to pursue abilities with self-expression, and increase in both creative and technical skills. Rubrics are used for grading projects, and quizzes and tests are given on the language (vocabulary) of art, the elements and principles of design, technical aspects of art mediums and creation, and art history information. 

All school policies and procedures are enforced in the art room.  Proper use and care of the classroom and all materials is important.  Each student MUST clean up!  Failure to comply with classroom procedures and rules will result in consequences.  And it is extremely important that all students respect the property of the school and the property and feelings of others.

 Class Rules and Expectations:

1.      Be present and on time, participate in class discussions and critiques, and make efficient use of class time.

2.      Complete all class projects and class assignments.

3.      Be safe and responsible with all art room materials and supplies.  Use the tools and materials only as they are meant to be used.*

4.      Clean up your mess and put supplies and tools back in their proper place.* 

5.      Be respectful to your teacher and classmates.

6.      Students are not allowed to work on assignments for other classes unless ALL work is completely finished for class. 

*If students violate rules #3 or #4, then serious consequences will result including loss of right to use the materials/tools again for the semester.

Leaving class: You must have permission and a pass from Mrs. Briner to leave class for ANY reason. DO NOT leave class without permission.

Computer Lab:  Students must ask Mrs. Briner for permission to use the computer lab.  No food or drink allowed in the lab. Computer use is for school assignments only.

Phone Use:  Students must put phones away and have ear buds/headphones off of head when Mrs. Briner is teaching and/or addressing the class.  Phone use is limited to listening to music (with headphones only) and for researching class assignments.  Students are not allowed to talk on the phone, watch videos, etc. during class.

Grading: 

- Class assignments and projects                                   45%

- Studio Progress                                                          40%

- Final                                                                          15%

I have read the syllabus and agree to follow classroom rules and expectations:

__________________________________________________           date: __________________

                                                    

Suggested Materials for your own personal use:   various sizes of black felt tip markers, a personal sketchbook, good quality erasers, various drawing pencils, a ruler, good quality colored pencils (Prismacolor pencils are good)