 | Susan Foster
Art K-6
Extra Credit
We have an exciting new art activity this year. As many of you already know, the children have been given a monthly extra credit assignment. The purpose of this project is for the children to use their creative minds at home. I am SO impressed with what the CME kids have created so far!!! Please know that this is NOT a mandatory project and should be worked on only when the children have finished their class homework. This is also an independent project---the children need to come up with their own ideas and create the project by themselves. It is really just for fun and maybe it will get the kids away from the television for a while.
May
Students may use wood, plastic, cardboard, or whatever they like to create a 3-Dimensional Sculpture. Please keep sculptures under two cubic feet. Have Fun!!
Look What We Are Doing In Art Class
Kindergarten---Color Order Foot Prints
First Grade---Alley Cats
Second Grade---Frida Kahlo Pet Portraits
Third Grade---Amado Pena Inspired Pets
 
Fourth Grade---Glue/Pastel Pets
Fifth Grade---Blue Dog
Sixth Grade---William Wegman Inspired Portraits
Art Shows
Cheyenne Mountain Elementary Art Show:
Picasso’s Pets
Art Report Cards and Grading
Art is a personal journey and we all perform at different levels and abilities. My grading philosophy is based on student participation, efforts, craftsmanship and behavior in art class.
Report Cards for Art come out at the end of the second semester and the fourth semester. The report cards are based on the Colorado State Standards for Art.
The number “3” is the highest grade a student can receive. A “3” is earned if a student exceeds expectations. I give 3’s to the children who go above and beyond my expectations for an art project.
The number “2” is a very good grade that students earn if they are meeting all of my expectations. These students follow all of the rules and directions for each of the art projects. They also produce artwork with quality craftsmanship.
The number “1” is a grade that is given to students who need improvement in art. These students may have a difficult time following directions or staying on task.
I truly believe that ALL children can succeed in art even if art is not their passion or best subject. Art is about using imagination, creativity and expressing one’s self. If a student listens to and follows directions, takes their time to ensure a job well done, and expresses themselves through their art, they will earn a good grade in art.
Sincerely,
Susan Foster
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