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GREAT NECK MIDDLE SCHOOL 2014-2015

Grading Scale
A = (93 100)
A- = (90 92)
B+ = (87 89)
B = (83 86)
B- = (82 80)
C+ = (77 79)
C = (73 76)
C- = (70 72)
D+ = (67 69)
D = (64 66)
E = Below 64



Art
Great Neck
Middle
School
Mrs. Hester





WELCOME TO ART
Welcome to Art class! My name is
Mrs. Hester and I am excited to
have the opportunity to teach
your child art at Great Neck
Middle School. Ive been teaching
art since 1995 for Virginia Beach
Public Schools and look forward
to another great year.
Art Program
The art program focuses on the
study of aesthetic, art criticism, art
history, and art production. Studio
skill development is emphasized in
drawing, sculpture, and crafts.
Students examine the importance of
art in their own and other societies
as well as explore art making
processes that emphasize the
understanding of enduring ideas and
concepts about art and the world.


Supplies
Students will need to bring a
pencil to each class.
Basic art materials will be
provided. However, students may
also want to have their own
Sharpie, eraser, glue stick, and
pencil sharpener. If you have a
favorite art material, please feel
free to bring to class.

Grades
Each art lesson will have specific objectives
and rubrics. Students will be evaluated on
projects, quizzes, daily participation,
sketchbook journals and mini lessons.
50% Projects
25% Sketchbook Journals
25% Participation and Daily Work

Welcome to the School Year
2014-2015
ART GREAT NECK MIDDLE SCHOOL MRS. HESTER



Student Conduct
Students are expected to follow the
rules of the Student Code of
Conduct.
Safety- listen, follow instruction and
use all materials appropriately. Students are
not to use the paper cutter under any
circumstances.
Respect- self, peers, teacher, classroom and
materials.
Clean up after yourself and your area. All supplies
must be returned and appropriately cleaned.
Follow Directions- Students must participate and
be engaged in the art lesson at all times.
Students must have agendas with them at all
times.




As a member of this class I will:
Show respect to myself, others, and the
classroom.
Be prepared and give my best effort.
Do nothing to keep the teacher from teaching
and anyone, myself included, from learning.
Make up Work
All projects will be given a due date. Five points
per day will be deducted from the grade until the
project is complete. Students may work on
lessons at home if additional time is needed. If
students have been absent, a reasonable amount
of additional time will be allotted.
Technology in the Art Room
Students will have the opportunity to use their own
devices for research and instructional purposes only.
Students who use their device to visit unauthorized
sites, take photos, or communicate with others will
face disciplinary action as noted in the BYOD policy.
Contact
Parents may reach me at
Amber.Hester@vbschools.com




CREATE- LEAR




DONATIONS OF CLASS
SUPPLIES ARE APPRECIATED!
Tissues
Hand Sanitizer
Wipes

Please sign and return this portion.
I understand what is expected of me in the Art Room.
Student Name: ______________________________________________ Student Signature____________________________Date_______
I understand what is expected of my child in this course.
Parent Email:___________________________________________________
Parent Signature :_______________________________________________ Parent Phone: ________________________

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