Ms. Clark’s Classroom Expectations, Norms and Principles
In order for transitions to go smoothly in our art class, there are some expectations and procedures that ALL students will be expected to follow. Remember that we will be working together as a team and ALL students deserve the same opportunites for learning.
Classroom Expectations
Your ability to follow these classroom expectations will get you very far in the art classroom/studio. There will be consequences for those who continue to be unable to follow classroom rules and expectations. EXPECTATIONS...non negotiables
NORMS (A.R.T.I.S.T.)...protocols and commitments
PRINCIPLES...moral rules or beliefs, guiding force
Positive Attitude. Our classroom is a negativity-free zone, where you are encouraged to have fun and explore, while being open to making mistakes, trial and error, and being courageous.
Respectful. YES, being respectful is one of our classroom rules. It is also an expectation that ALL students are respectful of themselves and others. Be polite and kind to others AND treat them as you would like to be treated.
Safety. It is crucial that we work together to create a safe classroom. Make sure that materials and tools are being used properly, for their intended purpose only. When moving about the room (especially if carrying tools or supplies), makes sure your path is clear and that you (and your peers) are aware the situation.
Responsible. We will need to work as a team in the art classroom and that means that EVERYONE needs to take self-responsibility and ownership of your work areas and your work. It is your responsibility to turn work in on time, to find out what you missed if absent and to clean up after yourself.
Open Minded. Be respectful, flexible and open to trying new things and to ideas and suggestions of others.
Motivated. Staying motivated sometimes means making changes or taking alternate paths. It also means making assignments personal to YOU!
Prepared. Coming to class prepared shows you care. Keeping up with exercises and journal assignments will be key to completing projects with confidence.
Time Management. Working efficiently and staying on task are essential for your success. Stay focused and use your time wisely. Conversations should be about the projects you are working on.
Push Yourself. Ask yourself if this is the best you can possibly do...and then take one step further. Go the extra mile. Challenge yourself. Remember that the process is as important as the end result.
Be Present. You have to be present (both physically and mentally) to be successful. Make sure to keep hydrated and fueled in order to keep that body and mind moving.
Label Your Work. Artwork turned in without a name will not receive a grade. Please make sure to always label your work with your first and last name, date and class period.
Ask Questions. Be a self advocate and ask questions! If you can't find an answer, or need help solving a problem, chances are there is someone at your table that can help. When all else fails, ask the teacher...that's what we're here for :)
Studio Classroom
Working in a studio classroom is much different that a traditional classroom. We will NOT be sitting in little desks, confined to our seats for long periods of time. You will be expected to work collaboratively with others and to participate in small group and whole class discussion. You will have an assigned table (generally working in groups or 3 or 4 at your home table), but will need to be able to maneuver the room efficiently, without bothering other students. You will work both collaboratively and individually on most assignments.
In the art classroom/studio, you wil be expected to think critically and creatively, while working on skill building. This process will take lots of brainstorming, planning, project development and processing to complete culminating projects/lessons.
Process Journal/Sketchbook
Much of that process will take place in your journal/sketchbook, and will become an essential part of your artistic experience and journey. Not only will it be the place you can plan and build upon ideas, but it will also provide a platform for self assessment, as well as a tool for your teacher to use for formative and summative assessment.
While skill level and understanding of curriculum may be evident in both your conversation and your final assignments, the sketchbook will show how you achieved your final results, which is part of creative skill building.
Homework
The bad news...YES, there will be homework in your art class! The good news...It won't be your typical homework consisting of pages of math problems or reading assignments. Instead, you will be expected to keep up with your peers, complete weekly sketchbook assignments and regularly reflect upon your work in your journals. Ocassionally, you will be asked to do work at home that may not be able to be completed in class. You may need to do field research, visit the library, go for a walk, do some observational drawing, etc. You may be asked to bring in an object to draw or something to contribute to a collaborative project. Much of your homework will be documented in your journal/sketchbook. Homework is part of your process and is also a way to reinforce the learning that has happend in the classroom. It will help you keep up with assignments and hopefully be a joyful (rather than painful) part of your art experience. Homework in your art class, (although it will be different), will be just as important as homework in your other classes!
Remember, ART is a PROCESS...not simply a destination!
In order for transitions to go smoothly in our art class, there are some expectations and procedures that ALL students will be expected to follow. Remember that we will be working together as a team and ALL students deserve the same opportunites for learning.
Classroom Expectations
Your ability to follow these classroom expectations will get you very far in the art classroom/studio. There will be consequences for those who continue to be unable to follow classroom rules and expectations. EXPECTATIONS...non negotiables
- PROMPT & PREPARED: Arrive to class on time, with all materials and an open mind, ready to work.
- PRODUCTIVE: Maximize your learning by listening, following directions and staying on task.
- POLITE & POSITIVE: Be respectful to yourself, your classmates, your teacher and the classroom...and speak only KIND words.
NORMS (A.R.T.I.S.T.)...protocols and commitments
- Attitude-Be positive and try your best.
- Respect-Respect everyone and everything.
- Think-Understand and demonstrate.
- Imagine-Be creative and dream.
- Spic & Span-Clean up after yourself.
- Target/Task-Follow directions to stay on task.
PRINCIPLES...moral rules or beliefs, guiding force
- Team and Community- It is important to have a sense of community in the classroom. We can accomplish this by having positive feelings towards one another and by setting goals of working together as a team.
- Shared Fate- We are in this together. When we work as a team and an individual is successful, it contributes to the success of the whole class or team.
- Purpose- Your purpose is to make the world a better place. When you learn something new and then share it with others, you are contributing to making our community a better, healthier place.
- Self Responsibility- I encourage you to take responsibility for your own success or failure. mistakes can be seen as opportunity to grow. You have the freedom to become a success in this class AND in life!
Positive Attitude. Our classroom is a negativity-free zone, where you are encouraged to have fun and explore, while being open to making mistakes, trial and error, and being courageous.
Respectful. YES, being respectful is one of our classroom rules. It is also an expectation that ALL students are respectful of themselves and others. Be polite and kind to others AND treat them as you would like to be treated.
Safety. It is crucial that we work together to create a safe classroom. Make sure that materials and tools are being used properly, for their intended purpose only. When moving about the room (especially if carrying tools or supplies), makes sure your path is clear and that you (and your peers) are aware the situation.
Responsible. We will need to work as a team in the art classroom and that means that EVERYONE needs to take self-responsibility and ownership of your work areas and your work. It is your responsibility to turn work in on time, to find out what you missed if absent and to clean up after yourself.
Open Minded. Be respectful, flexible and open to trying new things and to ideas and suggestions of others.
Motivated. Staying motivated sometimes means making changes or taking alternate paths. It also means making assignments personal to YOU!
Prepared. Coming to class prepared shows you care. Keeping up with exercises and journal assignments will be key to completing projects with confidence.
Time Management. Working efficiently and staying on task are essential for your success. Stay focused and use your time wisely. Conversations should be about the projects you are working on.
Push Yourself. Ask yourself if this is the best you can possibly do...and then take one step further. Go the extra mile. Challenge yourself. Remember that the process is as important as the end result.
Be Present. You have to be present (both physically and mentally) to be successful. Make sure to keep hydrated and fueled in order to keep that body and mind moving.
Label Your Work. Artwork turned in without a name will not receive a grade. Please make sure to always label your work with your first and last name, date and class period.
Ask Questions. Be a self advocate and ask questions! If you can't find an answer, or need help solving a problem, chances are there is someone at your table that can help. When all else fails, ask the teacher...that's what we're here for :)
Studio Classroom
Working in a studio classroom is much different that a traditional classroom. We will NOT be sitting in little desks, confined to our seats for long periods of time. You will be expected to work collaboratively with others and to participate in small group and whole class discussion. You will have an assigned table (generally working in groups or 3 or 4 at your home table), but will need to be able to maneuver the room efficiently, without bothering other students. You will work both collaboratively and individually on most assignments.
In the art classroom/studio, you wil be expected to think critically and creatively, while working on skill building. This process will take lots of brainstorming, planning, project development and processing to complete culminating projects/lessons.
Process Journal/Sketchbook
Much of that process will take place in your journal/sketchbook, and will become an essential part of your artistic experience and journey. Not only will it be the place you can plan and build upon ideas, but it will also provide a platform for self assessment, as well as a tool for your teacher to use for formative and summative assessment.
While skill level and understanding of curriculum may be evident in both your conversation and your final assignments, the sketchbook will show how you achieved your final results, which is part of creative skill building.
Homework
The bad news...YES, there will be homework in your art class! The good news...It won't be your typical homework consisting of pages of math problems or reading assignments. Instead, you will be expected to keep up with your peers, complete weekly sketchbook assignments and regularly reflect upon your work in your journals. Ocassionally, you will be asked to do work at home that may not be able to be completed in class. You may need to do field research, visit the library, go for a walk, do some observational drawing, etc. You may be asked to bring in an object to draw or something to contribute to a collaborative project. Much of your homework will be documented in your journal/sketchbook. Homework is part of your process and is also a way to reinforce the learning that has happend in the classroom. It will help you keep up with assignments and hopefully be a joyful (rather than painful) part of your art experience. Homework in your art class, (although it will be different), will be just as important as homework in your other classes!
Remember, ART is a PROCESS...not simply a destination!