Author: jamie.thibodeau

8th Grade Art

Visual Arts GRADING

Ms. Julian

Visual Arts A3

Warm-Ups	Informal
Technique Sheets	Informal
Critiques/Homework	Informal
Student Assessments	Informal
Mid Assessments	Formal
Unit Tests	Formal

Course Objective

Eighth Grade Art builds on knowledge and skills learned in 5th, 6th and 7th grade art. The course is devoted to art processes, procedures and historical developments. Students will experience working with two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art. The course will deal with elements of art and the principles of design, color theory, vocabulary, art criticism, NC art, U.S. art and art careers. Problem solving and decision making will be emphasized in this course.

Final Assessments

Formal

Due Dates and Unfinished Assignments

Required Supplies:
Pencils (not mechanical and NO PENS)
2 Pocket Folder with Prongs
* 30 Pages of loose leaf paper

~Due dates will be given as soon as the assignment is introduced. The due date will be written on the white board as well as on the class website. Adjustments may be made to the due date depending on unforeseen circumstances.
~Assignments are to be handed in completed by the end of class on the final assigned due date.
~Once the assignment is completed it should be handed in to Ms. Julian.
~ If the assignment is not handed in within one calendar week of the due date the points amounting to the percentage not finished will be taken off.

This class will follow CHMS tiered plan for missing classwork and missing homework.

Contact Information
jamiet.julian@cms.k12.nc.us
communityhousemiddleart.weebly.com
980-343-0689
-0689

Semester Overview
Unit 1: Gridded Tree, Mixed Media, 8 classes
Unit 2: Ceramics: Coil Pots, Clay, 6 classes
Unit 3: Architectural Letter Sculptures: Paper Mache, 14 classes
Unit 4: Endangered Cutouts , Construction Paper, 10 classes

FAB

Attendance

Discipline Plan
Students will follow the Community House Middle School Discipline plan.

Please join and become a member of CHMS Fine Arts Booster to help support the fine arts classrooms of art, dance, drama and chorus.
Information can be found on my website or at
Fineartsboosters.cmswiki.wikispaces.net

It is really important to try and make sure you are in class every day. A majority of our work and assignments are completed in class because of materials and instruction. If you miss a class it is your responsibility to find a time to make up the work.

Expectations:
Follow directions the first time they are given.
Take care of ALL art materials. Use the tools as demonstrated. Respect ALL property.
Keep hands, feet, and object to yourself
Be to class on time- AND PREPARED WITH A PENCIL. Stay in assigned seat or area unless given permission to do otherwise.
Work QUIETLY on projects and use time wisely (no socializing). RESPECT others at all times
ALWAYS clean up after yourself.

Things we could always use around the art room!
Magazines,
Black sharpies
Yarn/string/ribbon
Fabric/material
Cardboard
Wallpaper books
Clean Plastic tubs (butter, yogurt, etc)
Beads
Old calendars
Colored tissue paper
Sponges
Baby wipes
Ziploc bags,
Aluminum foil

Technology:
Throughout the semester we will use technology . If you are participating in BYOT a few of the Apps that we will be using in the art room are:
Socrative Student Nearpod Google Drive

Parent/Guardian:

Thank you for your support. Together, we can make this a terrific experience. Please keep these papers for your records and sign the form below and return it with your son or daughter as soon as possible. Check the website as well for any updates and important information. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Kieran Hale
Kieran1.campbell@cms.k12.nc.us

Please cut out this rectangle and return to Mrs. Hale.
I have read and understand the art policies, expectations, procedures, and
grading policy.
Student Name (Print) __________________________________________________________
Student Signature _________________________________________________________________
Grade __________ Home base teacher_______________________________________________
Parent Name (Print) ________________________________________________________________
Parent Signature___________________________________________________________________
Home Phone ___________________________ Parent Cell Phone ______________________________
Parent Email ___________________________________________________________________________