Fall 2018

Welcome to
ART FOUNDATIONS
Melissa Furr – RM 131- Melissa.Furr@wjccschools.org
Twitter: @ JHS_Furr
IN THIS CLASS YOU WILL….
COURSE DESCRIPTION  Generate, conceptualize, and develop original
artistic ideas and work.
This class is an introductory art class that covers the
 Learn and identify visual art terms, including
basics for the visual arts. It is a prerequisite for all other
using the Elements of Art and the Principles of
visual art classes. In this class, we will cover Art History,
Design to explore the expressive, technical, and
Elements and Principles of Art, Drawing, Painting,
Sculpture, and Crafts. formal properties of art.
 Recognize the development of visual arts from a
This class is filled with projects and activities that will cultural and historical perspective.
boost your critical thinking habits, improve your  Observe, select, and utilize a variety of ideas and
collaborative participation, grow your creativity, and subject matter in creating original works of art.
develop your communication skills through writing and  Appreciate visual art as a vehicle of human
talking about art. We will focus our exploration of the art expression.
world through the Art Process:

CLASS ASSIGNMENTS/ GRADING:

 Studio Projects: 55%, a specific rubric will be
given for each project at the beginning of the unit.
 Daily Class Assignments: 15%, based on the
daily studio habits rubric.
 Weekly Sketchbook Assignments: 30%,
Sketchbooks will be worked on both in class and
outside of class during this semester, and it will
be graded. Sketchbook entries will include
design plans for projects and specific
assignments.
 Fall 2018

EXPECTATIONS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
 Grades are based on many factors. Talent can help, but even more important is following verbal and written
directions, a good work ethic, a good attitude and attention to detail. (READ THE RUBRIC)

 I am looking for thoughtfulness and the best use of creativity. Always bring your unique point of view to each
project; take suggestions and feedback in order to grow in each assignment.

DUE DATES ARE TO BE ADHERED TO; NO UNFINISHED OR INCOMPLETE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED. IN
THE CASE OF EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES , A PERSONALIZED PLAN WILL BE DEVISED TO HELP COMPLETE
ASSIGNMENTS WITH MINIMUM PENALTY . NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE END
OF THE 9 WEEKS (REPORT CARDS ISSUED).

MAKE-UP WORK:
 It is the responsibility of the student to find out missed assignments and make arrangements to make up the
work. All make-up work must be completed in an appropriate amount of time. Please email me if you are out
for several days.
HOMEWORK
 There is homework for this class! If you do not finish your assignment in class, you will be expected to work on
it at home. All make-up work is to be completed outside of regular class time and/or as homework.

RULES:
 Students will sit in assigned seats at all times.
 If you need to go anywhere BESIDES the bathroom- WRITE A PASS AND I WILL SIGN IT. Your pass should
include your name, destination, and time. Longer than 10 minutes is skipping- if you are having an issue with that
please let me know.
 Bathroom: Take the yellow pass to the restroom next to RM. 133 (our assigned bathroom). If you are found out of
your “zone”, you will be written up. You cannot leave the room the first and last 10 minutes of class- plan accordingly.
 The tardy policy for JHS will be enforced- after 4: referral
 Talking is allowed during work time only at the discretion of the teacher.
 Behavior that is a general disruption to the rest of the class is not permitted – students exhibiting such behavior will
be removed from class.
 Students are expected to clean up the work area EVERYDAY.
 CELL PHONES: You may listen to music on your phone WITH PERMISSION- nothing else!
 COMMUNICATION:

Remind.com is an effective way for instructors to send course reminders and information to whole class, small group,
or individual via text messaging. All students must join and parents can choose to join to stay informed.

TEXT: LINK:
https://www.remind.com/join/42b9ef

@JHS_Furr

Please check VUE weekly for grade updates and

assignments on the class website. All projects and
rubrics will be uploaded at the beginning of each unit.
https://missyfurr.weebly.com
 ART FEE
The Art fee for this class is $15.00. Make checks payable to Jamestown High School. The fee
includes the cost of one Art Pack, which will personally belong to the student. Due to the volume
and special school discounts, our department is able to buy these items at an extremely low price!

Art Pack includes:

 1 Sketchbook
 Set of high-quality drawing pencils
 Eraser
 Hand held pencil sharpener
 Sharpie black markers, fine and extra fine point
 Pouch to hold supplies

Please bring in this fee as soon as possible in order to receive the supplies you need for this
class. If this is an issue, please let me know and we can make accommodations.

PLEASE SIGN THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE COURSE
SYLLABUS FOR ART FOUNDATIONS .

Student: ________________________________________________

Parent: __________________________________________________

Email:___________________________________________________

Date: ___________________________________________________

Honor Code Pledge

I pledge that I will follow the Jamestown High School Honor Code at all times. The Honor Code can be found on
the Jamestown High School website for review at anytime during the school year.
Student Signature ________ Date

Parent/Guardian Signature ____ Date