Draw &

Miss Klein 2016/17

Paint I
Draw and Paint I is a course in the fundamentals of
drawing and painting which will allow you to
experience a whole world of creative self expression.
In this class you will learn about and experiment with
the basic design elements such as line, shape, color,
texture, and value. This class is all about creativity,
skill building, exploring materials, and building art
knowledge. The Colorado Standards for the visual arts
will be used to guide the development of this course.
Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.
Edgar Degas

Daily Expectations
All District rules and regulations found in the student
handbook that apply to issues of behavior,
attendance, health, safety, respect, responsibilities
and consequences will be strictly enforced in the art
room.
Themostimportantrulesinmyclassare:
*Behere,beontime
*Berespectfulatalltimes
*Workhardeveryday
*Pushskill&creativity,haveFun!
*Respectmaterials

Assessment:
Assessment is the process of judging in terms of criteria. Criteria are expected outcomes and
observable evidence of learning. The main purpose of assessment should be to improve
teaching and learning and to measure students progress.

Colorado Standards for Visual Art

1.
Observe and Learn
to Comprehend-The
visual arts are a means for expression,
communication
and meaning
making.
2.
Envision
and Critique
-Visual
arts recognize,
articulate,
and implement
critical
thinking
through to
theReflect
synthesis,
evaluation
and analysis
of visual
information.
3.
Invent and
and values
Discover
to Create
-Generate
works of art that employ unique ideas,
feelings,
using
different
media, technologies.
4.
Relate
Connectlearning
to Transfer
and validate the value of the
visual
artsand
to lifelong
and Recognize,
the human articulate,
experience.

Grading Scale:
100-90 = A 89-80 = B 79-70 = C 69-60 = D
Below 60 = F

Assessments

You will be graded on:

Demonstrating artistic practice and maturity in work
habits
Creation of artwork
Critique and reflection about artwork
Development of a personal website about your artwork
Daily Studio points: You will earn points for being in class,
being on time, being prepared, displaying positive behavior,
following East HS guidelines, participating in class, using
materials appropriately, cleaning up, and assisting
classmates and the teacher. If you lose points due to
behavior or absences, it is your responsibility to
discuss your options with the teacher to earn those
points back.
Attendance and Tardies: Due to the hands-on nature of
this course, it is crucial you attend all classes. Being late
causes disruptions to the working environment of the class
for the whole class, so it is important you are on time. There
will be some homework involved in this course. Students are
welcome to pre-arrange time to come and work in the studio
to catch up on missing work or extend their learning.
Cell Phones and Food: Cell phones are only to be used
during approved times. No food in the studio. Water bottles
that can seal are ok to bring in.
Studio, Artwork, and Material Care: Everyone must take
ownership of and maintain the studio space. All students
must clean up after themselves and maintain their supplies.
Artwork must be carefully put away in portfolios or on the
drying rack at the end of each class. Students are
encouraged to take their work home to show family or to
continue to work on it, but all work must be documented for
the website component of the class.
Artistic Integrity: Plagiarism is unethical and will not be
tolerated. Copying someone elses work or taking someone
elses work and calling it your own will be cause for
disciplinary action, including failing the assignment. When
using reference material such as photographs, drawings, or
designs, students must apply their own personal vision to
sustainably alter the original work (move beyond

duplication).

Things to Remember

YOU are responsible for all supplies, tools, and surfaces you
use in the art studio. Be respectful to all who use the studio or

you may lose privileges to the space and supplies.

Work assigned in class is just the start to becoming a

stronger artist. Feel free to create more work or refine past
assignments.

Be open to visiting art events around the metro area.

Looking and learning about art outside of class time will help you
become a stronger artist.

Be receptive to criticism of your work. Participating in

critique and reflecting on feedback is the best tool for growing as
an artist. You do not have to agree with every critique of your
work, but be open to hearing how others see and understand
your art.

Develop habits of a lifelong learner. Continue to seek new

knowledge and experiences. Remember that even experts do
not have all the answers.

ALLERGIES Students need to monitor how they are feeling

when working in the studio or using any materials. If you have
asthma, take special precaution as the dust from some materials
in the art studio

can cause breathing difficulties. Should there

be any allergic reaction causing discomfort such as teary eyes,

wheezing, dizziness, headaches, stomach pain, swelling,
breathing difficulties, etc. notify instructor immediately.

TOOLS - If you misuse tools used in class such as exact-o

knives, carving tools, or scissors, you could be in violation of DPS

weapons policy and automatically be referred to the dean. Dont

be playful or pretend to use these tools in any manner than their
intended purpose.

Note: It is the students responsibility to turn ALL projects into the

teacher even if they are absent!

DisciplineAny behavior that disturbs art making:

1st offense- Verbal warning
2nd offense- Student will lose participation points
3rd offense- Detention/Referral/ Call home
The teacher reserves the right to skip any step based on the
severity of the offense. Any questions or concerns please
contact me by email: Laura_Klein@dpsk12.org

-You are responsible for your own learning and behavior.

Save the date! East Arts Walk:

Please
put performing
May 11th onarts
your
long-range
planningin
calendar.
All East
visual and
students
involved
this collaborative
celebration
of the
arts.
and are
friends
are encouraged
attend
to
view
artwork
and
liveFamilies
throughout
East Highto
School
and
several
businesses
inperformances
the East community.

Please complete fully and return this page to Miss

Klein by August 29th for a full 20 points
Materials Fee for this course is $40.00/year
*Students are expected to pay $40.00 for the year for this
course. This fee helps provide students with many diverse
marking materials needed for success in this course. Please
see the treasurer outside the main office to pay your fee. If
the fee is a financial hardship, students may apply for
financial aid from the East High School Angel Foundation in
Room 130. Students must demonstrate the financial burden
in order to receive financial assistance.
East High School Visual Art Expectations
Draw Paint 1
By signing below, I acknowledge understanding of what will
make this a successful experience and I agree to adhere to
all rules and regulations imposed by the Art Craft class as
well as those imposed by East High School and Denver
Public Schools.
_____I agree to have my artwork considered for display in
school displays and local or district exhibitions and online to
promote the East art department.

Student Name:
______________________________________________
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Signature:
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Parent/Guardian Name:
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Signature: ________________________________________________Date: ______________

Thank you for enrolling in Draw and Paint I! I look forward to

working with you and having a fun and fulfilling school year.
Please to hesitate to contact me if you have any further
questions.
-Laura Klein

Laura_Klein@dpsk12.org