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Welcome to Art in the Classroom 2011/2012
Program Objective• Educate the students at Otter Lake about the basic
art concepts of line, shape, texture and color.
• Bring these concepts to life through:- Class discussion about past and present artists who emphasize
these concepts in their work- Creative projects that demonstrate these concepts, yet allow
for individual, student expression
The ProgramAnnual Budget of $2,000 – approx. $3.40/studentVolunteer drivenTeam for 2012:
- Katrina Hase- Aimee Kueppers- Janet McManamon- Barb Pletsch- Sarah Solberg- Shannon Tjernlund
Team is tasked with research & design of new projects and will serve as grade-level contacts
Organization
Grade Level ContactsGrade Level Contacts
Classroom Coordinators
Classroom Coordinators
Classroom VolunteersClassroom Volunteers
New for 2011 / 2012
Grade Level Contacts Are:- Barb – Kindergarten and 2nd Grade- Janet - 1st and 5th Grade- Shannon – 3rd Grade- Katrina – 4th Grade - Sarah and Aimee - Clay
Grade Level Contacts
Grade Level Contacts
* Project Research & Planning / Supply Order* Room / Project Set Up & Tear Down* Sample creation* Contact for questions, concerns for specific grades
* Project Research & Planning / Supply Order* Room / Project Set Up & Tear Down* Sample creation* Contact for questions, concerns for specific grades
OrganizationClassroom Coordinators:
- Schedule art classes for the year based on your teacher’s availability
- Review Lesson Plan online and samples in the Art Room- Room set-up - Lead project discussion and assist students- Primary contact for Grade Level Contacts- Clean-up
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours/month
Organization Classroom Volunteers:– Assist Coordinator with room set-up– Review Lesson Plan online and samples in the Art
Room– Assist students with projects– Assist with room clean-up– Cover for Coordinator if not available
Time Commitment: 2 hrs/month
Art in the Classroom Website!
www.OtterLakeArtInTheClassroom.wordpress.com
• Organized by grade level• High level project descriptions, helpful hints and special instructions,
recommended books to support the lesson, etc.• Lesson plans• Concept information• Artist information/bios• Examples of art exhibiting concept taught that month
AITC Website – Home Page
AITC Website – Grade Level Page
AITC Website – Lesson Page
Coordinators: How to Set Up a Class
1. Master Calendar - on the wall, online in the future
2. Contact your child’s teacher to determine a date and time for class each month (e.g., second Tuesday @ 10:00)
3. Document this on Master Calendar, allowing for set-up and clean-up time. Note location of class.
4. Class may be held in the Art Room or Classroom depending on project and availability of Art Room
The LessonsLesson plans and supporting documents will be posted on
the AITC website
• Volunteer Cupboard:- Combination to lock found in kiln room, next to light switch- Hard copies of lessons and supporting documents
found in file folders, organized by teacher- All project materials in Volunteer Cupboard unless otherwise noted- Project samples- Please leave Volunteer Cupboard as you find it, put materials away,
etc.- If you find that supplies are running low, please get in touch with
your Grade Level Contact
Teaching a Lesson1. Have FUN!
2. Read your materials prior to class
3. Docs posted on website now – hard copies of lessons will be available on or about the 1st of each month
4. Discuss:- Concept – use supporting information provided- Be Creative!! Use props – e.g., books, posters, wipe board,
art from home, music, etc.- Your Challenge: Be mindful of discussion time vs. project time
Clay• Each grade will have the opportunity to create
a clay project
• Schedule is already determined, note project calendar – 1st Grade’s project occurs in October
• When scheduling your clay project, two dates are required:- Date to create- Date to glaze
Clay Process Overview
Project CreationProject
CreationFire
ProjectsFire
Projects
Fire Projects
Fire Projects
Glaze Projects
Glaze Projects
Distribute Projects to Students
7-10 Day Dry Time
Projects Cool(one day)
The KilnDON’T BE INTIMIDATED!
• Training will be provided
• Schedule a 20-minute training session for your grade with Sarah Solberg or Aimee Kueppers PRIOR to your first firing
• Training must be taken for everyone using the kiln
Miscellaneous
Communication:
• Is key to our success
• Coordinators, please get in touch with your Grade Level Contact if there are any questions or comments regarding a project
• Always looking for new project ideas or comments on how we can improve
Contact PageGrade Grade Level
Contact NameEmail Phone
Kindergarten Barb Pletsch [email protected] 651-762-1431
1st Grade Janet McManamon [email protected] 651-762-2917
2nd Grade Barb Pletsch [email protected] 651-762-1431
3rd Grade Shannon Tjernlund [email protected] 651-429-7178
4th Grade Katrina Hase [email protected] 612-226-5717
5th Grade Janet McManamon [email protected] 651-762-2917
Clay Sarah Solberg [email protected] 651-407-2870
Clay Aimee Kueppers [email protected] 651-429-2179
