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• Create programming on a weekly basis for broadcast at Glendale High School (411 Materials: Three-ring binder or folder with pockets (whichever organization method student prefers), loose leaf notebook paper, reporter’s notebook (optional), pen or pencil, flash drive, access to local and national television news productions and publications Participation/Truancies/ISS-OSS: Participation is not just mandatory—it is essential to a successful television production and by extension, a favorable grade. This is a performance-based class – students must be present to perform. As a result, regular attendance is critical; truancies are not acceptable and will result in a strike (see Penalty Sheet). Likewise, students assigned to ISS and/or OSS will receive a strike for each instance of ISS and/or OSS. Many learning activities and steps in the production process will be due before the end of the class block. A student’s participation will be measured by factors such as attendance, punctuality, preparation, contributions, and cooperation. Students will be awarded participation points daily, not to exceed 10% of the student’s final grade. Many opportunities will be presented during class to study print and video journalism, brainstorm and research story ideas, conduct interviews, shoot footage, log and capture video, edit packages, and tape voice overs and wrap arounds. However, time outside of class will be required for most packages. Students will most often be working on a package with a partner and MUST abide by all deadlines the adviser and partner decide upon. Failure to meet deadline will result in a punitive measure (see Penalty Sheet). Final Exam: Students will complete a comprehensive final examination project that will count as 10% of the student’s final grade. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT Attendance: Regular attendance is essential to succeed in this class. The Glendale attendance policy will be followed, and grade incentives will be rewarded to those who attend class regularly. 100% attendance—Final exam or other end of term activity multiplied by 1.2 96% attendance—Final exam or other end of term activity multiplied by 1.15 92% attendance-Final exam or other end of term activity multiplied by 1.1 If students know in advance that they will incur an excused absence—due to medical appointments, field trips, sports or other activities—he/she should turn in work before the absence and/or make arrangements with their partner. Students are expected to check the whiteboard for due dates, class agendas, and objectives every day upon entering the classroom. In addition, students are
expected to be present when packages are due and during production of the show. Students are required to participate; class time may not be used to complete assignments for other classes. Students must be self-directed learners who demonstrate their character and commitment by honoring production deadlines. Parents should notify the attendance office (523.8916 or 523.8915) each day the student is absent. Students not excused from school by a parent/guardian will be considered truant. Work missed because of truancy may not be completed for credit. Should the student choose not to contact the teacher within five school days and make arrangements for work missed, the teacher is absolved of any responsibility for the student’s negligence in this matter and will record a grade of “F/0” for each of the assignments missed during the absence. Classroom Rules: Here’s the short version: 1. Be ready. 2. Be responsible. 3. Be respectful. Here’s the detailed version: • Students must sign out from the room when they are leaving to research, interview, shoot, etc., using a legal pad on the small table by the door. Students leaving the classroom must notify the adviser and obtain a green pass, sign out of the classroom, and be at the place specified on the sign-out sheet. In addition, students must return to the classroom within 20 minutes after checking out, if they have not received prior permission for extended time. If students discover they must stay longer than 20 minutes while interviewing/shooting on campus, they must phone the adviser from a GHS classroom and, if applicable, produce a green pass back to the classroom. • Students who have parental permission to leave campus must obtain permission from the adviser, have the adviser sign a green pass to leave campus, sign out of the classroom, and must return by the time agreed upon by student and adviser. All school rules apply when students leave campus for broadcast journalism-related activities. Remember, you are a representative of Glendale High School and must behave professionally and responsibly. Cell Phones and other Electronic Devices: Keep your cell phone out of sight and on silent/vibrate. Springfield Public Schools Board policy states that cell phones and other electronic devices (organizers, gaming devices, iPods, etc.) are not to be visible or audible during
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