Art Curriculum

Students will be learning about and creating art in many ways. They will...
    -Explore the elements and principles of art.    
    -Use different mediums to create art.
    -Learn about famous artists and their work.
    -Create art related to themes such as seasonal, cultural, etc.        
    -Cross curriculum art projects in conjunction with other subject teachers. 

Art Assessment
 Art is an exploratory subject,
Assessment is as follows:

4-outstanding,
3-good,
2-satisfactory,
1-needs improvement.

K-2 earns a participation grade. 
 3-8 earns a participation grade as well as graded projects. 

See Rubric attachments. 
 

General Notes 
All students are required to come to art class with a t-shirt/smock to protect their uniform!

A Night of Fine Arts is held in May to exhibit students' artwork.

If you have any questions please e-mail me at:                                         erkman@stbenedictnj.org

Supplies are always welcome! Especially baby wipes, plastic tablecloths, and any kind of containers.