Most units will include several components. These components comprise a complete mark for the project or unit.  Students will be given adequate time to complete all units in class time and are expected to submit all required parts of the assignment for assessment. As noted above, projects must be substantially completed in class.  The design process includes:… Continue reading How I Assess

Before you leave through the art room doorPick up stuff that’s on the floorCheck the sinks for random stuffTidy up chairs, primp and fluff. Make sure to lock the cupboardsSo we can see consecutive numbersWhen those numbers go from 1 to 5It helps to open quickly when we arrive. If you finish the last paper… Continue reading Ode to my Art Room

Here are my non-surprising rules: You have 2 minutes to get to class. 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. If a student completes a project early, she may work on art sketchbook assignments… Continue reading Rules of the Art Room