SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS SELECTION AND ADOPTION REGULATION

All Video/Audio/Media

Purpose:

This regulation establishes standard procedures governing the selection and classroom use of media/video materials (off-air recorded television, video programs, video tapes, DVD and movies) in Gardner Public Schools.

Procedures:

Instructors may select and use media in the classroom within the limits of Policy IJK.

Instructors will thoroughly preview all media before using them in the classroom.

Copyright laws and guidelines for printed materials, off-air recordings (both television and radio) and rental materials will be followed.

Commercial Film Rating Guide Restrictions – Administration and staff will adhere to Policy IJK regarding ratings and permission slips.

Not rated (NR) materials will be approved by the building principal before presentation to students.

File: IJK-R

[Adopted: December 2002]

[Revised: March 2003]