DIVISION TWO PERFORMING ARTS STANDARDS: 8th GRADE

1. Develops fundamental performance skills, including the effective use

of the body and voice on stage (Habit of Convention)

2. Synthesizes and relates knowledge and personal experiences to make

art (Habit of Connection)

3. Creates, analyzes, and interprets artistic work for presentation (Habit

of Evidence)

4. Gives constructive feedback to peers (Habit of Perspective)

5. Connects to project partner(s) by listening and responding (Habits of

Convention and Connection)

6. Connects class exercises, group discussions and individual feedback

to developing performance skills (Habit of Connection)

7. Incorporates understanding of theatre history in making artistic

choices (Habits of Evidence and Perspective)

8. Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a creative team to

discover artistic solutions and make interpretive choices (Habits of
Convention and Collaboration)

9. Contributes to a productive atmosphere by arriving prepared,

actively listening, and participating (Habits of Service to the Common
Good and Collaboration)

10. Collaborates effectively with other class members (Habit of

Collaboration)

11. Meets deadlines for projects and presentations (Habit of Ethical

Behavior)

12. Works independently with minimal guidance and redirection

(Habits of Ethical Behavior and Service to the Common Good)