Middle School Art
Elective Syllabus
Ms. Jiménez
Email: ejimenez@st-hugh.org
Classtimes: 6th: T- 11:40-12:10 W- 12:14-12:44 Th- 12:00-12:44
Showbie: HBG2C
Expectations:
When the student enters the art studio, they must be prepared to meet the following expectations:
- Respect yourself, the teacher, your classmates and the supplies. This includes following all directions from Jiménez, the teacher, so that she can help all students create the best art they can.
- Come ready to create and The student must come on time with a positive attitude about art and his or her ability to create and must have a pencil and their sketchbook each class period.
- The student will follow the cleanliness required to create An art studio must be clean and organized in order for the best creativity to flow. The students can contribute to that cleanliness by cleaning up after themselves and helping their neighbors if they finish early.
- Focus and participation during class is expected. Working on task at all times is Talking with friends and walking around the classroom is not permitted.
Consequences:
- There will be 2 verbal warnings given to the student.
- If the conduct persists, a think sheet will be completed by the student.
- Anything further and the parents will be notified via email and a disciplinary warning will be given.
- If it is anything extreme or a repeated behavior, a referral will be written.
- Students who arrive late to class will receive a 10 point deduction to class participation for the day.
Positive Reinforcement:
If Ms. Jimenez notices you doing something going above and beyond following the studio expectations or the objective of the day, you may place a pom-pom in their class’s jar.
Classes who work together to exceed expectations will have the privilege of a party during the last class of the semester. More information near the end of the semester.
Supplies:
- Pencil and eraser
- Sketchbook
- Undivided attention
The student is responsible for a sketchbook which will be used for notes and planning for art projects. A pencil will also be needed in order to succeed in this course. Anything else was on the homeroom supply list. Ms. Jiménez also needs the student’s undivided attention to their project and lesson of the day!
Projects:
There will be 4 projects per semester, 2 per quarter. List of projects this semester:
- Pastels with History
- Character Design Sheet
- Character Design Model
- Value in Impressionism
Each project will have a Reflection to complete with it, and it will be weighted as a quiz. Class participation is graded at the end of every week. Any other assignments will be graded as a PBL.
Assessment:
The following aspects will be looked at when grading each project in art:
- Project Requirements
- Planning and Research
- Creativity and Originality
- Craftsmanship and Perseverance
- Use of Elements of Art and Principles of Design
The teacher retains the ability to change aspects of the syllabus as needed.
After reading the syllabus, sign this sheet with a parent and return it the next time you have Art.
The signatures below mean that I have read and understand the syllabus and what is expected of me during art class.
Middle School Musical
Theater Elective Syllabus
Ms. Rios
Email: Grios@st-hugh.org
6th: T- 11:40-12:10 W- 12:14-12:44 Th- 12:14-12:44
7th: T- 11:06-11:36 W- 11:40-12:10 Th- 11:40-12:10
8th: T- 12:14-12:44 W- 11:06-11:36 Th- 11:06-11:36
Expectations:
- Students will come in and out of the music classroom quietly and properly. This procedure will create a mindset that is ready to begin each lesson.
- Participate in all classroom exercises, performances, activities. The students will all be expected to contribute their focus and energy to the task at hand.
- Students will show respect to the teacher and to each other. The students are expected to give all of their attention to those speaking, singing, presenting, etc. Talking is not permitted during these occurrences.
- Students are expected to care for the classroom and keep things in order. Students are asked to align chairs at the end of each class and to pick up all or any trash. If students are given an instrument, prop, or anything that is to be returned at the end of class, students must treat it properly.
- All students are expected to have a positive attitude towards taks and be supportive of one another. No bullying or negative remarks will be tolerated.
If expectations are not met:
- There will be 2 verbal warnings given to the student.
- If the conduct persists, a think sheet will be completed by the student.
- Anything further and the parents will be notified via email and a disciplinary warning will be given.
- If it is anything extreme or a repeated behavior, a referral will be written.
- Students who arrive late to class will receive a 10 point deduction to class participation for the day.
Positive Reinforcement:
If behavior meets all expectations from all students in the class, the class will receive a point. The grade with the most points by the end of the fall semester will be given a reward of their choice for the spring semester. The same will go for the spring semester, the class will be rewarded at the end of the school year.
Performances:
There will be many performances and workshops throughout the year during class or for a school event. The two main performances will be our Christmas Concert and Spring Musical.
Concepts:
- Theater terminology and etiquette
- Musical Theater history and study of theater writers, composers, lyricists
- Vocal techniques and development (solo/ensemble)
- Acting, Improvisation, and Playwriting
- Performance Analysis
Ms. Rios retains the ability to change aspects of the syllabus as needed.
After reading the syllabus, sign this sheet with a parent and return it the next time you have Musical Theater.
The signatures below mean that I have read and understand the syllabus and what is expected of me during class.