Here are my non-surprising rules:

1. You have 2 minutes to get to class.
2. Students must bring sketchbook and other materials that they need for class. Those who come unprepared will be given an alternative, formative (non-credit) assignment for that class time.
3. If a student completes a project early, she may work on art sketchbook assignments in class or a choice of an alternate art activity.
4. 
   • I do not allow students to complete work for each other. They should not draw or paint on anyone else’s work. Doing work for a friend or asking someone else to do it for you is plagiarism. The only way to grow in ability is to put in personal effort.
   • Projects must be substantially worked on in class. I need students to work in class in order to assess progress, offer feedback and observe techniques. If a student brings me work that was done completely or substantially at home, the student will receive zero.
   • No eating and drinking in the computer lab or art room except for bottled water.
   • No sparkles are allowed. None. Even for student activities. This means you!
   • Use x-acto knives on the green cutting board.
   • Don’t use art room supplies to paint your fingernails. (I know it’s a crazy rule but it needs to be said). In the same vein, don’t stamp “Loser” (or anything else) on your forehead when we do printmaking.
   • Respect the work of others. Be careful where you put your own work.
   • Write your name and date on all art work. I can’t give a grade if I don’t know who did the work.
   • Please keep handouts in a binder or portfolio. Keep rubrics and reflections as well.
   • Clean up your own supplies and help clean up communal supplies.