IIABB-AR: Use of Feature Films/Videos in the School**
Code: IIABB-AR
Revised/Reviewed: 9/10/14
Prior to showing a feature film/video in a school, the instructor must seek the written approval of the principal. The instructor shall submit to the principal (in writing) the following information on the particular film:
- Title and brief description;
- Purpose for the showing;
- Match with course objectives;
- Proposed date of showing;
- When and how parents will be notified, or if necessary grant consent;
- Audience rating (G, PG, PG-13).
The showing of all feature films/videos with a G rating requires only prior parent notification from the instructor, who will summarize in writing the information in the above points 1., 2., 4. and 6.
Additionally, for feature films/videos with a PG or PG-13 rating, prior parental consent will be required before a student views the film.
Instructors are required to preview all film media before showing to students.
Only films/videos rated G, PG or PG-13 may be shown as part of the school program. A parent may have the opportunity to preview a film when practicably possible and that parent must give prior consent before his/her student may view a film rated PG or PG-13.
Edited or unrated films/videos will be shown at the discretion of the administrator.
Parental notification for the showing of G movies at the secondary level will be at the discretion of the administrator.
