Visual Arts
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elcome to Mrs. Manning's website for art at Saguaro High School. On this website you will find art-related resources, course information, and curriculum.


Saguaro students have several choices available to them to explore their creative abilities.

Classes listed for the 2007-2008 school year include:

  • Visual Arts 1, 2, 3, & 4 advanced placement. Honors placement in 3 & 4.
  • Fine art photography 1, 2, 3, & 4
  • Three Dimensional Design 1, 2, & 3 with advanced placement in 3 A.P.
  • Practical Design and Advanced Practical Design
    Grades are based upon combination of a point system and a four-point rubric:

    • 90-100 = A
    • 80-89 = B
    • 70-79 = C
    • 60-69 = D
    • Below 59 = F

    The rubric is rated from a low of 1 to a high of 4 for the following criteria:

    • Design
    • Technique
    • Craftsmanship
    • Creativity

    All students are involved in the study of aesthetics, art history and criticism along with the studio production of fine art.
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