Throughout my teaching practice I try to model my behavior to be the person I want my students to become.  I want all my students to feel that they are in a safe and nurturing environment where they are encouraged to explore their creativity.  Mistakes are meant to be learned from. By setting limits and expectations students are empowered to make choices.

Objectives

• To provide students with the opportunity to develop creative skills and competency in materials and techniques with multiple visual art media.
• To stimulate and train visual awareness, perception and critical thinking skills
• To make connections between art and historical and contemporary cultures
• To empower students to discover and develop visual expression through the analysis of their work and the work of others.

Student Expectations 

• Be Safe
  • Use tools and materials for intended purpose without waste
  • Clean up messes and keep studio tidy
• Be Responsible
  • For your own work
  • For your behavior
• Be Respectful
  • To classmates and instructor
  • Work in a manner which is not distract others
• Be a Learner
  • Inquire about art
  • Reflect on your progress

Teacher Responsibilities

• Prepare developed and organized lessons
• Model appropriate behaviors
• Focus on strengths and positive behaviors
• Establish consistent and fair consequences