ART DEPARTMENT: RULES, REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES

Ceramics 1 Mrs. Duckworth Room 003Welcome Back! Take a seat wherever you like (in the front half of the room) and have a pen or pencil handy.

Fire Drills & PhonesFire Drill routeNorth Wing Parking LotParking spot #20Your phone stays in the room

Materials You will NeedPocket Folder Plastic will be best, but any 2-pocket folder will workPencils bring one to every classErasers pink, white or kneadedPlastic Bags several, the heavier the better

The Ten Golden Rules of CeramicsSafety, Clean up & Rules

Other QUICK STUFFWho am I?Why are you here? What are we doing today?

Ceramics 1 year, credit courseWhat is Ceramics? The Syllabus

In this course you will learnvarious hand-building techniques with clay

PinchCoilSlab

In this course you will learnterminology associated with three-dimensional design

In this course you will learnthe production of functional and non-functional pottery, as well as sculptural objects

In this course you will learnto develop their own personal and artistic ways of working

AssignmentsWeekly process and participation grades

AssessmentWeekly Process & Participation:Given weekly based on your work ethic and activities during class time Worth 50% of overall grade20 possible pointsIncludes daily warm-ups and reflections See weekly rubric for expectations and requirements

Weekly Process & ParticipationBecause we do not have projects due each week, you will receive a weekly process and participation grade.

At the end of each week you will receive a grade out of 20 points based on an assessment of your participation and work ethic in each class.

In order for your skills to improve in this course, you must gain an understanding of the information provided and practice the techniques and processes introduced. Class time is provided to learn these skills and it is essential you use this time wisely.

The weekly grade is meant to reflect the credit you have earned for the skills you demonstrate within your studio time.

Weekly Grade, 20 ptsDuring class you have exceeded expectations and excelled in your effort. You complete your class assignments and begin research or preparations for upcoming projects, help your peers, thoroughly clean your area, etc. (19-20 pts)

During class you have put forth your best effort. You complete the work assigned and clean your area fully, but do not go above and beyond what is required of you. (11-18 pts)

During class time you socialize, play on the web, do your math homework or anything that is not your class projects. You will receive an automatic 0 for skipping class. (0-10 pts)

AssignmentsSketchbook assignments related to each individual project

AssessmentSketchbooks:Required to complete sketchbook assignments related to each unit projectPart of individual project gradesMust be submitted with final, completed project or points will be deducted from final project grade

Assignments3-4 large scale unit projects

AssessmentProjects:Rubrics provided at the beginning of all projects outlining how they will be gradedGraded on areas such as: composition, craftsmanship, creative problem solving and application of materials & processesWorth 50% of overall grade30-60 possible points

Clean up & Maintenance Clean up own workspace 5-10 minutes prior to the end of the blockpicking up all materials and returning them to their proper locations (see safety & clean up handouts)washing tables, chairs, tools, sinks, floorlogging off and returning computers (if used)tucking in chairs/stools Clean up early = stay extra time to assist in additional clean up tasks

Critical Clean up In Ceramics clean up is critical to a safe environment. Improper clean up will result in a 0 effort grade for the week.

Maintenance No food or drink is to be consumed in the art room at any time during the day.This rule is for your own safety. There are exceptions to every rule, please see me if there is a need for food/drink during class.

Late WorkDue date given at the start of each assignmentExpected that you will work both in class and outside of classPoints deducted for late projects

Behind on a project?Sign-up to finish it during Advisory, Academic Study or Activity PeriodPlan ahead - this room is not always open to students

Late WorkWont complete assignment on time?Your responsibility to communicate with me in advance of the due date with a valid explanation of why you need more timeIf you have not worked to your fullest potential or made full use of class time you will not be allowed extra time to complete the assignment

OVERALL ExpectationsVictor Central Schools Code of Conduct applies in all of my classesSee Agendas for full rules and expectationsMy class rule: RESPECT

DAILY ExpectationsWhen the bell rings to START class:In seats, quiet and ready to begin classWhen the bell rings to END class:In seats, cleaned up, ready to tuck chairs in and leaveLatenessUnexcused and repeated will result in contact homeAbsences Must be excused and legitimateAttendance lists are checked dailyYou are responsible for making up class work and reviewing materials discussed in classStudents found skipping are given a 0 for their weekly grade

DAILY ExpectationsNo cell phones in class at any timeThey will be collected at the start of each class and returned at the end of class, right before departureThere may be times during class that I will allow you to have your phones to take photos, do research or listen to music I will tell you when its one of those days!

Why No Phones?

Computer PathsAll projects & assignments are posted on Shared Files, my website, and Google Drive

Pathway to Course Files: Shared Files High School DuckworthS Ceramics Current Project Name

Web:http://vshceramics.blogspot.com/ PASSWORD = Victor (capital V)

Computer PathsComputer work completed in class saved to your student server spaceNOT THE DESKTOP!

Pathway to Drop Box for Submitting Projects:Shared Files High School DuckworthS Drop Box Your Block Class Your Last Name

Communication Email:DuckworthS@victorschools.org Web:http://vshceramics.blogspot.comPASSWORD = Victor (capital V) Phone:924-3252 x5003

What will we learn?

History of Clay

Methods & FormsPinchCoilSlabFunctionalSculptural

Pinch Construction

Pinch Pots

Coil Construction

Coil Pots

Slab Construction

Slab Creations

Functional

Sculptural

Reference ImagesPlanning SketchesDescriptionsTechnique DocumentationPlanning, Research, Sketching

Basic Firing ConesLoading & Unloading

Basic Kiln & Firing Knowledge

Clay cutterFettling knifeLoop toolsNeedle toolSpongeBat

Tools & Materials

GreenwareBone DryBisquewareGlazewarePlasticity

Stages & Properties of Clay

Cleaning ProceduresStorage MethodsProcess DocumentationQuizzes & TestsArtistic InfluenceCultural ResearchCritiquesWhat Else?

Homework: Assignment 1Bring home syllabus to review with parent/guardian see this PowerPoint on webCut out Student and Parent Reference Sheet and give to your parents to put in appropriate place for referenceGet parent/guardians name, phone number and email address on Contact Information sheet and return to meComplete questionnaire and return to meBring in folder and plastic bags Due: Start of next classeasy 10 points!

Questions?

Now What? Lets explore the classroom ToolsStorageMaterialsKilnsSeatingCleaning