BTSN Media Arts 2015-16

1. Mrs. McMath
Benton Middle School
Visual and Performing Arts Magnet

2. About Me: Educational Background
 Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
 Azusa Pacific University
 Supplemental Credentials: Computer Concepts and
Applications and Social Science
 Master of Arts in Education, Digital Teaching and
Learning
 Azusa Pacific University
 Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, Concentration in
History
 California State Polytechnic University Pomona

3. Experience & Activities
 Benton Site Technology Lead
 Benton Site Testing Liaison
 NLMUSD Technology Action Team
 NLMUSD Superintendent’s Cabinet
 NLMUSD Multi Tiered Systems of Support Member
 Co-Sponsor Benton’s National Junior Art Honor
Society

4. Class Policies
 Homework is rarely assigned.
 Majority of grade is determined by in class Projects
and Participation
 10 participation points per week
 45% Projects
 40% Participation
 15% Homework/Quizzes
 Late work not accepted, points deducted

5. What will your child learn in this
class?
 Through a variety of project based digital arts projects
students will develop skills in the following areas:
 Basic Skills in Adobe Illustrator
 Basic Skills in Adobe Photoshop
 Basic Skills in Computer Coding
 Basic Skills in Video Production and Prop Manipulation
 An introduction to graphic design elements and
principles.

6. Standards
 Visual Arts State Content
Standards
 ISTE Standards
 International Society for
Technology in Education
 NAEA National Core Arts
Standards
 Media Arts
 California Common Core
State Standards

7. Digital Classroom
 Website
 www.mrsmcmath.weebly.com
 Schoology
 Class Dojo
 Remind
 PowerSchool

8. Coming Soon…
 National Junior Art Honor Society
 Inspire, recognize, and provide leadership opportunities
for students who show an outstanding interest and/or
ability in the arts.
 Attain high standards in character, service, and bring art
education to the attention of the school and community.
 BYLAWS
 GPA Requirements
 Meetings
 Volunteerism
 Dues
 T-Shirts, Promotion Cords