6th Grade Art – Mrs. Partridge
Art Class Description:
This course is designed to extend your knowledge from the following art topics:
drawing, painting, digital/computer, printmaking, fibers, sculpture, ceramics, fine art,
functional art, theme, art elements, principles of design, aesthetics, art criticism, historical
periods/cultures, characteristics of artwork and; connecting the arts with performing arts
and non-art subjects.
Art lessons: The following is a list of themes you will be exploring while in 6th grade
art.
Aesthetics
Historical Period
Elements of Art and Principles of Design
Art Criticism and Characteristics
Super Hero
Native American Box
Computer Drawing
Stone Mosaics
Fredia Kahol self-portrait
Painting
Special Events:
The Middle School will have two art shows where your work will be displayed.
Responsibilities
My Responsibilities as your teacher
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To respect myself and my students
To provide you with a safe classroom environment
To provide you with the appropriate motivation and necessary discipline
To teach you ART
To be open to your experiences
Your Responsibilities as my students
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To respect yourself and others
To hold yourself accountable
To be open to new experiences
To be present and participate
To pay attention to what has heart and meaning
Consequences
If YOU choose to break a rule
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1st offense: You will receive a verbal warning
2nd offense: You will fill out “My action plan”
3rd offense: Isolation table
4th offense: Office visit
Severe disruptions: Immediate office visit
Grading Scale and Point System:
100-90
89-80
79-70
69-60
59-0
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B
C
D
F
Daily points are as follows:
Present/Prepared/Participation 10 points
Work Ethic/Clean space
10 points
Total
20 points
Project Points are as follows:
You will be handed a scoring rubric before you start any new project. Therefore, each
project will vary in points.