Course Description
Areas of Study: This required course of study is part of the comprehensive, 
sequential Fine Arts program that begins at the elementary level and 
continues through high school. Students will acquire knowledge, understanding 
and appreciation of the artistic, cultural and intellectual accomplishments 
of our civilization while developing skills to express personal artistic 
talents. Students in grades kindergarten through third grade will meet with Mrs. Ward 
, a NYSED certified art specialist, for two 40-minute periods in each 
six-day cycle. We have used the New York State Education Department’s 
publication “Learning Standards of the Arts” to design our curriculum.
Assessment:  Student evaluation is reflected in the art grade, a composite of 
a student’s participation and achievement in assignments and assessments.

The grade may be derived from objective and subjective teacher evaluations and 
observation, including the student’s demonstration of criteria-based skills 
and techniques in artwork. For the complete NYS Learning Standards for the 
arts, see…
http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/arts.html.

Textbook:  Taschen Series of Famous Artists - Classroom set

Class expectations and procedures: 
Arrives ready to learn, organizes self, accepts suggestions/criticism, 
follows class/school rules, seeks help when needed, willing to take risks, 
follows safety rules, strives for accuracy, works well in a group, uses 
materials responsibly, keeps trying/shows perseverance, uses 
resources/references appropriately, respects others, stays on task/manages 
time well, generates goals/plans, shows responsibility, shows good 
desire/willingness, turns work in on time.

Be able to appreciate the creativity of others
Be able to create and respond to art in a responsible, respectful manner

(for self and others)

Recommended/required materials for class: 
The District provides all required materials to be successful in meeting 
basic requirements.

Grading Procedures:  
The art grade represents a composite of the student’s achievement and 
performance in daily assignments and assessments. The grade may be derived 
from objective and subjective teacher evaluations and observations, including 
the student’s demonstrations of criteria-based skills and techniques in 
artwork.