(1) An eighth grade student at the proficient level in the arts demonstrates solid academic performance.   He/she:

(a) effectively creates, performs/exhibits in, and responds through a minimum of one art form;

(b) applies concepts, processes, and structures in the four art forms of dance, music, theatre, and visual arts;

(c) uses a variety of skills and techniques to express ideas and to pose and solve problems in the arts;

(d) practices responsible, safe, and appropriate personal and group behavior in the arts;

(e) analyzes the characteristics and merits of his/her work and the work of others in the arts;

(f) analyzes and clearly describes the role of the arts in his/her society, diverse cultures, and historical periods; and

(g) analyzes and describes connections among the arts, other subject areas, life, and work.