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Jr. High Art 

This junior high option course is divided into 4 sections (10 weeks each) and designed to introduce you to printmaking, photography, ceramics, the design process, the principles of design, the elements of Art and the use of design-based software, drawing, painting, and printing techniques. We will look at careers in the Art and Design fields as well as explore many different printing techniques . Students will complete a variety of projects/activities to investigate the nature and applications of related procedures, steps in the design process, art history, and to investigate applicable technologies and graphics created using the all available resources. Students will add samples, photographs and other evidence of their progress to their career portfolios. You will leave the class confidently with a portfolio of your work, a paper portfolio of art, experience with printing and designing, and an understanding of the history of Designers and Artists that have influenced the modern world.

Course Description: 
 Junior High Art (Term 1,2,3,4 - 10 weeks)
Term One - PRINTMAKING –Artists will explore the production of multiples with emphasis on creative use of the materials and techniques of relief, monoprint, and intaglio (etching) using a printing press. Students will develop skills in layering, carving, composition and design as they explore materials and techniques related to printmaking.
Term Two - CERAMICS – A hand-building class, working with slab and other hand-building techniques. Students will create multiple sculptures from start to finish using a variety of finishing and firing styles. 
Term Three -  PHOTOGRAPHY – From “iphoneography” to traditional full frame methods, students will learn the classic approach to photography and digital editing. Photographers will build a portfolio of their work and learn to see the world through a new lens.
Term Four - GRAPHIC DESIGN & TYPOGRAPHY – Student designers will create their own logos, stickers, website page, and learn the basics of typography and graphic design using online applications and classroom competitions. 

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How We Will Learn
Classes will consist of lectures, demonstrations, studio time and critiques. Professional online examples and portfolios will be used as models of different styles.  Student portfolios will also be a place to save course information and examples which serve as a source to study.  Peer evaluation is critical to exploring your success in design concepts. Constructive criticism is emphasized during critiques.


Assignments/Evaluation
Assignments are designed and planned as a tool for exploring different techniques within specific guidelines within freedoms of using individual creative expression. Students are strongly encouraged to utilize design principles and elements to enhance work in the class. Grading outlines/rubrics will be given for each assignment.  Many assignments are project oriented, but short quizzes to show understanding of information or software will also be given.


Your marks for this course will be calculated from the following:
  • Quizzes/Assignments/Journal                     (20%)
  • Projects                                                         (50%)
  • Portfolio Presentation/Critique                     (20%)
  • AEP (Attitude, Effort, Participation)              (10%)

Academic Integrity
Students are required to adhere to the policies outlined in the Student Handbook. Cheating, plagiarism, falsification, and personal misrepresentation are among violations in academic code. Violating these standards could result in warning, probation, suspension, and/or failure of the course or assignment at the discretion of the instructor.

Materials:
        Students will be required to save their files appropriately to their student drive on their computer. Necessary printing of some assignments will be required, and completed in class. We will create a student digital portfolio to collect and keep track of assignments and exercises. Students will also need various original photographs that will be announced during class to complete exercises and assignments.

Standards and Examples of Performance Outcomes
Students will demonstrate knowledge of elements and principles through the graphic production.
The student will demonstrate the elements and principles of design through the creation of original works that may include some the following:
-Create an example using text as line.
-Create an example using letterforms and text bodies as shapes.
-Use of research-based psychological color information to         
   communicate an idea.
-Use of color based upon personal meaning to communicate an idea or feeling.
-Create a layout creating emphasis through dominant elements.
-Create a layout creating emphasis through subordinate elements
-Create an example of unified layout through the use of 4 elements
-Create an example that demonstrates proportion by adjusting letter
    spacing  (typography).
-Produce 
  
The student will demonstrate knowledge of media skills and processes through the creation of original works that may include the following:
-Create an example using mixed media techniques.
-Create artwork using Adobe Photoshop tool bar, layers palette, color palette, and file saving formats.
-Create artwork using Corel Draw X3.
-Scan, import and adjust images using Adobe Photoshop.                                                   
-Demonstrate knowledge of printing on a variety of media.

Students will communicate themes/subject matter through the production of original work.
The student will create original works that communicate ideas to a mass audience as follows: 
-Create an original work that communicates social commentary to a mass audience.
-Create an original work that communicates historical and cultural influences to a mass audience.
-Create an original artwork that uses symbolism to communicate to a mass audience.
-Create various advertisements

Students will use appropriate graphic design vocabulary to critique and respond to examples of graphic design.
Students will use appropriate vocabulary to critique and respond to works by doing the following:
-Develop personal definitions for Graphic Design, comparing and contrasting the work in different areas.
-Analyze the relationship between definitions of good design and a particular target audience.                                                                                         -Critique a graphic design product using appropriate formats

Students will make connections between visual arts and another content area. The student will relate graphic design posters and current events by doing the following:
-Analyzing graphic design examples (posters, magazine layouts, pamphlets, brochures, etc.) made to protest or promote current events, election propaganda. 
- Find examples of graphic design that show good definitions of design/and or break the rules.
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Expectations:
The following are requirements of this course:
  • You will arrive prepared to work in class and follow classroom guidelines.
  • You must know your school login. 
  • You should have a basic understanding of how to navigate computer software.
  • You must keep all of your assignments neatly organized in your portfolio and in folders on your student drive or space provided in our art room.
  • There is a course fee.
  • You must be able to work independently and be responsible for your time and actions.
  • All designs/art created must be appropriate. period.
  • Treat the labs/art room and people in them with respect, admiration, and use supportive language.
Assessment and Evaluation:
Your marks for this course will be calculated from the following:
  • Quizzes/Assignments/Journal                     (20%)
  • Projects                                                         (50%)
  • Portfolio Presentation/Critique                     (20%)
  • AEP (Attitude, Effort, Participation)              (10%)
Portfolios
Along with various quizzes, tests, and assignments, you will be required to create a portfolio of your student work. There will be class time to assemble your portfolio, as well as group critiques where you can glean suggestions and feedback about your portfolio. I will also advise you on your portfolio and give periodic feedback about portfolio progress. 

Photography

This course is a basic introduction to black and white photography. It is designed as a semester course with no prerequisites. Students will learn how to see the world through the camera and to develop a
language of photography as an image-making medium. This course will focus on basic camera functions, photographic techniques, and investigating new technologies utilizing
the digital image and the computer. In particular, students will learn about light, different types of 35mm cameras (DSLR, point/shoot, ABS), film technology, special effects, the basics of Photoshop and the history of photography. Working on the computer is an important component of this course. Students are expected to have access to a DSLR or other digital camera.
Requirements include: keeping a notebook, prints and finished work; tests, quizzes, and critiques; an oral presentation; midterm and final exams.


Art 10/20/30

Art is a high school level course designed to introduce students to a multitude of two- and three-dimensional art making techniques, utilizing a variety of mediums.

Artist Research Workbooks are a mandatory component of the course. Weekly exercises will be assigned and must be completed and submitted by the required due date. You will lose 10% off of you ARW mark for each day it is late. You will also complete in class exercises in your ARW, as well as use them for project planning so you will need to bring it to class everyday. 

Here is what we will cover, at a glance…

Introduction to Hession Art
Drawing Techniques
Portrait or Self Portrait Assignment
Perspective Drawing 
Sculpture Unit
Colour Theory
Painting
Self-Proposed Project 


Evaluation:

Projects 40%
Artist Research Workbooks 30%
In Class Exercises 20%
​Attitude/Effort/Participation/Materials handling 10%


Verbal and numerical feedback is given throughout the course.  Grading criteria in the form of a rubric is presented at the beginning of each assignment so that you are always aware of anticipated project outcomes. Upon review, you then have the opportunity to appeal final project grades if so desired.

Individual assignments will have due dates but you will have until the end of the semester to submit project work (other than sketchbook work), without losing marks. However, assignments not submitted on time will show as incomplete on your report card until they are handed in and therefore bring down your overall average.  If you are interested in having your work displayed within the art room or in the halls, submitting work by the due date is important. 

Expectations:  
  • You need to come to class prepared with a pencil, erasure and sketchbook.
  • If you are going to be absent from class, a phone call from your guardian must be made to the office or to the teacher’s voicemail prior to the class. 
  • Keep up with the course work.  If you need help, please make arrangements to see me at lunch or after school.
  • It is expected that all students do their part in caring for the materials and space within the studio.
  • Treating fellow classmates with respect at all times is a must.  This is non-negotiable. 

GOALS

Goals & Objectives
Drawing: all the ways we record visual information and discoveries.
-          Acquire various approaches to drawing.
-          Understand the visual relationships between drawn images and the environment.
-          Develop critiques of artwork and apply these skills to class work.

Compositions: all the ways images are put together to create meaning.
-          Develop skill in the components of images: media, techniques, and design elements.
-          Analyze the relationships among components of images.
-          Express meaning through control of visual relationships.

Encounters: where we meet and how we respond to visual imagery
-          Investigate natural forms, human-made forms, cultural traditions and social activities as sources of imagery through time and across cultures.
-          Understand that the role and form of art differs through time and across cultures.
-          Understand that art reflects and affects cultural character.

Major Projects
  1. Portfolio: a collection of class work and individual work. To be compiled together in the form of a sketch book or bound portfolio. The portfolio will include:
    1. Artistic responses
    2. Assigned pieces specific to mediums
    3. Pieces of inspiration – this will include cut outs from magazines, art pieces from favourite artists, photographs, fabrics, patterns, doodles
  2. Major Pieces
    1. For each medium completed in class, students will be required to complete one or two major pieces. The subject for the piece will not be given but teacher approval will be required prior to beginning the piece.
  3. Art Showcase: 
    1. On this date, students will prepare a showcase. Each student must choose two pieces from the year to put on display for the school. The showcase is student organized so students are to decide how to showcase their work, event posters and outside materials for the event.
Necessary materials
Everything you need to succeed is here in the art room, however, "special materials" required for a project are your responsibility.
 
Evaluation
The breakdown of your mark will be based on the following:
Projects                                               50%
Portfolio                                              20%
Attitude/Effort/Participation             30%

Areas of Study
DRAWINGS:  Drawing is a visual search for meaning.  Using a variety of
materials and techniques, drawing is an individual, expressive response to
a specific experience and is a way in which we record visual information
and discoveries.
COMPOSITIONS:  Composition is a search for a unified visual statement
making use of elements and principles of art and design and their
relationships.  It organizes visual material to generate thought and to
make thought visible.
ENCOUNTERS:  Encounters deals with sources of images, the role and form
that art takes through different times and across cultures, and the
reflection of art on, and how it effects, cultural character.
Topics we may cover
  1. Portraits
  2. Still Life/Figure Drawing
  3. Landscape
  4. Contemporary
  5. Abstract
  6. Art Analysis
Mediums
  1. Pencil
  2. Conté
  3. Pastel
  4. Acrylics
  5. Water colour
  6. Charcoal
Classroom Expectations
  1. Respect your environment. Everyone is expected to show respect for themselves, art materials, the room, their peers, their school, and the entire school staff.
  2. Be prepared. You as expected to arrive to class with all necessary materials; pen, pencil, portfolio, etc.
  3. Be on time. If you are late for class, please get a late slip from the office or the teacher that held you over class time.
  4. Recognize your role in your education. As a student you have a responsibility in education so participate fully, stay on track with you assignments, and ask if questions, concerns or problems arise.
    1. Homework and assignments will have due dates.
    2. For missed days, you have the responsibility to get any classwork that was assigned.
  5. Extensions are available when needed. If extra time if needed on an assignment you need to inform the teacher and arrangements can be made. 
  6. No food in the classroom. At all times no food is to be brought into the classroom with the exception of water bottles or drinks that can be capped. No pop cans.
  7. Cell phones and music devices can be used in the classroom but are to taken out only when the teacher instructs so.
  8. Do your own work.
Assignment Rubric

Concept (25%)
Creativity (25%)
Craftsmanship (25%)
Completeness (25%)

Rubric Examples you may expect to see:
The idea of the piece is completely original and shows clear and concise understanding of the methods used in class.

The piece shows excellent creativity in their piece with colour, design, idea, etc.

The piece is excellently put together, neat, clean, completely showcases the student’s capability.

The piece is complete to the student’s best capabilities.

The idea of the piece is very original and shows a good understanding of the methods used in class.

The piece shows good creativity with colour, design, idea, etc.

The piece is well put together, neat, clean and showcases the student’s capability.

The piece can go one or two steps further to completion.

The idea of the piece is somewhat original and shows some understanding of the methods used in class.

The piece’s creativity is satisfactory in colour, design, idea, etc.

The piece is satisfactory in craftsmanship, clean, and shows some of the student’s capability.

The piece is little more than half complete.

The idea of the piece is lacking originality and shows little understanding of the methods used in class.

The piece’s creativity is lacking in colour, design, idea, etc.

The piece is lacking in craftsmanship and shows little of the student’s capability.

The piece is half complete.

The idea is not original and shows no understanding of the methods used in class.

The piece has no creativity in colour, design, idea, etc.

The piece showcases no craftsmanship and does not showcase the student’s capability.

The piece is not complete

 ENGLISH 9

The aim of language arts is to enable each student to understand and appreciate language, and to use it confidently and competently in a variety of situations for communication, personal satisfaction and learning. The following general learning outcomes will guide our studies this year. 

Students will listen, speak, read, write, view and represent to:
  • explore thoughts, ideas, feelings and experiences.
  • comprehend and respond personally and critically to oral, print, and other media texts.
  • manage ideas and information.
  • enhance the clarity and artistry of communication.
  • respect, support and collaborate.          ​     
September  ReadingReadingReading
Elements of a novel, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, group work & discussion, organizing information and ideas, summarizing.

October   Novel Study
Vocabulary development, reading comprehension, persuasive writing.
Presentation and speaking skills. Writing book and movie reviews. 

November   Literature Circles  small group reading of a novel with associated projects and micro lessons 

December
  Wrap up and PAT prep individual and group assignments and presentations.     


January    Reading and writing short stories: elements of a short story, character and theme development.
                
February    Reader’s Workshop – student selected novels
Writing Personal Narratives – focus on descriptive writing, imagery, sensory language, organization of ideas.
            
March    Reading and Writing – Informational Texts
            Research skills and informational/persuasive writing.
Structured texts and essays.
  
April    
Reading, Interpreting and Writing Poetry: Review of descriptive writing, figurative language, reading and writing poetry.   

May            Media/Web Awareness
Technology (mini-movies/presentations)

​June           PAT Review

​Course Topics
  • Literature terms and story structure
  • Spelling, grammar and punctuation
  • Writing structure and style
  • Business letters and formal communication
  • Vocabulary development and reading strategies
  • Personal Narratives, focusing on theme, descriptive writing, imagery and sensory language
  • Reading, interpreting and writing poetry
  • Essay writing, including the proper referencing of sources
  • Reading and writing short stories
  • Organizing information and ideas
  • Working with others
  • Academic language and conversation
Technology Notes:  Students will use Google Classroom and Google Apps for Education (GAFE) to complete much of their work throughout the year. Assignments, notes and activities will be posted each day in Google Classroom. Students must use this tool to hand in written work. If students do not have access to an internet enabled computer at home, school computers are available at lunchtime for use and checkout of technology is an option.  If additional time is required, and computer access is not available, students can print work at school to complete by home at hand.

EVALUATION
Tests/Quizzes                    25%
Writing                        25%
Coursework/Participation            30%
Final Exam (PAT scores)            20%

Students are required to write the Grade 9 Language Arts Provincial Achievement Test. This will be the final exam.

Grades
Assignments will be graded in a timely manner, however, please recognize minor assignments may take up to a few days to grade, and major assignments will likely take a week or more. 

Extra Help
Please see me in advance to schedule extra help during your FLEX BLOCK as I will not always be in the classroom at lunchtime or after school.

Classroom Expectations and Guidelines
The number one expectation I have for you in this course is that you will be successful, and make progress in your ability to listen, speak, read, write, view and represent in the English Language. I will work hard to provide a variety of learning experiences to help you develop your language skills, and expect you to work hard to take advantage of these opportunities, doing your best on everything in this course. Home reading and writing will help you to be successful this year. 
  1. You are expected to be positive, pleasant and polite in class
  2. You are expected be punctual, prepared and productive in class
  3. When you enter the class, sit in your assigned seat, take out your learning materials (pen/pencil, binder with paper). If an activity or assignment is posted on the board, read it and begin working on it right away.
  4. When I, or anyone else including guests, administration, and your peers, are addressing the class you are listening attentively, and not doing anything to distract others.
  5. Healthy food and drinks are allowed in class.  Pop, energy drinks, and junk food are not permitted in class, nor is yogurt. If you are unsure, ask. Opening or consuming food should not be a distraction to yourself or others.  
  6. Assignments, Homework and Extensions: All assignments must be completed by the beginning of the class on the day they are due. If homework is not completed on time, you will be required to spend time during your FLEX BLOCK. If you need an extension you must talk to me prior to the day an assignment is due.  
  7. During work times, you must be on task.  Peripheral conversations and off task behaviour are not permitted.  If you are working on individual tasks, you need to work silently. If you are working on group tasks you need to be working collaboratively with your group.
  8. Cell phones are not to be on, used or visible during class time, unless specific permission has been provided for an in-class activity. You will receive one warning, then the phone must be turned in to me, or the office.
  9. Personal music devices will be permitted on occasion. They may be used when you are working silently on individual work, and only after I have indicated they are allowed, or you have asked for permission.  Music devices being used outside of these parameters will be dealt with in the same manner as cell phones.

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