Art -
6th, 7th, 8th Grade
“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes.
Art is knowing which ones to keep.”
–Piet Mondrian
Middle School Art 2008-2009
Art class is one day a week for the year.
GRADES 3-8 ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A SKETCHBOOK.
AVAILABLE AT THE SCHOOL STORE FOR $2.00
I am thrilled to begin my third year as your child’s art
teacher. The ceramics kiln will be up and running this year! We
will also host another Kid’s Art Fair this spring.
Curriculum
This year the art curriculum will focus on cultural themes that
explore the fine art, and sometimes music, dance and food
associated with various parts of the world. I am most excited
about our unit on the Pacific Islands where we will explore the
dance traditions and art history of Samoa! We will continue to
learn the basic elements and principles of design while creating
drawings, sculptures, collage assemblages, paintings, digital
photography and more. Each cultural unit will be infused with
the work of artists, including masters as well as modern artists
working in our own community. Your student will learn how to
“see” as an artist and develop a new language to speak about
art.
Grading
Yes, it is possible to objectively grade art! I will attach a
rubric to most projects your child completes that clearly
outlines the learning objectives for the project. Occasionally,
there will be homework.
Projects 70%
Homework 15%
Sketchbook 15%
The
Sketchbook will be graded!
All Middle School students must have and
bring their sketchbook to every art class!
Core
Values
The art studio will support and follow the core values set forth
by St. Stephen’s School. Our projects and discussions will
promote critical thinking, and help students reach their highest
potential academically, spiritually and socially. Our class will
foster an environment of integrity and respect. We will promote
one another to be researchers instead of spectators. Together we
will deepen our roots in our Catholic identity by applying
Catholic beliefs, morals & values to behavior in the studio.
Contact
Information
Email
jlovejoy@ststephencatholic.org
Phone
813-741-9203 Ext. 315
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