Sewanhaka High School
Instructor: Mr. Aragon
Art 8
Email: laragon@sewanhaka.k12.ny.us
Art Dept: (516) 488-9621
The scope of this curriculum focuses mainly on space and structure, movement and
light and color through multiple media. Through the projects, students will learn
the history behind the art as well as become better problem solvers and thinkers.
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Sketchbook
Pencil and Eraser
Sharpener
Pencil Case (A ziplock bag will do)
Crayola Colored Pencils Set of 12
Rules and Guidelines
Classroom behavior
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Be on time
Students are expected to clean up all supplies used during class
Be respectful of art supplies
No calling out in class
Be respectful of everyone
Stay in your assigned seats until given permission
Assignments
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All assignments will have a due date; there will be few exceptions to this rule.
If an assignment is late, the students will lose 5pts. every day the project is
late.
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If a student requires extra help or extended time with a project, it mush be
approved by the teacher. Cutters will be ineligible.
Grading Policy
Projects: (30%) Creative solutions will lead to successful projects. In art,
assignments are given to see what new innovative ideas students can come up with
so you don’t have to be the best artist in the class. Having the best idea and being
creative is just as important
Participation: 50%: Participation will be based on answering question, completing
project and being prepared for class. (Having a pencil and/or supplies everyday and
participating in discussions)
Sketchpad / Notebook: (10%) Students will work in their sketchbooks everyday.
They are required to copy the Aim and answer the Do Now on a daily basis. They
will be checked every Friday.
Test and Quizzes: (10%) Occasionally there will be a test or a quiz.
Please sign below stating that you understand all the policies above. If you have any
questions, please call the art department at (516) 488-9621
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