Collinsville Middle School
Cinema
Mrs. Hass
Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of cinema production. We will cover terminology,
techniques, film history, and the business/management of cinema.
Course Expectations:
Students are expected to participate in all classroom activities. We will have both individual and group assignments
throughout the year.
Grading Plan:
Grades are based on the point system. Each assignment is assigned a point value based on the difficulty and
importance. Daily work is 10 to 30 points. Quizzes and larger assignments can range from 10 to 50 points. Tests are
50 to 100 points while larger projects and papers may weigh even heavier. A student’s final average is computed by
taking the total number of points received divided by the total number of possible points creating a percentage.
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Any work not completed in class will be considered incomplete and result in a zero. Students needing additional
time to complete an assignment should get permission from Mrs. Hass before leaving class that day.
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Grading Scale:
A
B
C
D
F
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
59 or Below
Course Policies:
Student Work: Students will be expected to complete assignments in class on a regular basis. All students are expected
to read class material (this is done online in class), think critically and write effectively. Students are expected to use
complete sentences, proper grammar and correct spelling in every written performance.
Group Activities: You will be working in groups on a regular basis. Your group will be given cooperative learning
activities to complete. You will be expected to be an active member of your group and participation points will be
assessed accordingly. You will always be graded as an individual; however your group may earn points together that
will lead to a reward.
Extra Credit: We do not give extra credit. You will have numerous opportunities to maintain an acceptable grade in
this class. Points are given for daily assignments, weekly participation, test/quizzes, projects, and group work.
Absences: If a student is absent, it is HIS/HER responsibility to get all late work from the teacher and return it in a
timely manner.
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Class Rules:
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The student is expected to treat the teacher and other students with respect at all times. Offensive language and
hatefulness is not acceptable in this class. I like to use as a guideline “Do the Right Thing.” You know what is
right and wrong and you will be expected to act accordingly.
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Students are expected to be in their seats and prepared for class when the bell rings. Being prepared for class
means having all materials, pens, etc. out and ready. If you are not in your assigned seat when the bell rings, you
are tardy.
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Pay attention. Talking while the teacher is instructing or while other students are presenting will not be
permitted. Listen the first time directions are given.
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Students will stay in their seats at all times unless otherwise directed by the teacher.
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Stay out of other students’ work. I will not tolerate anyone opening, deleting, editing, or copying another
student’s work.
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Be Prepared for Class! – if you come to class unprepared and need to return to your locker for books, papers,
etc., you will be allowed to do so, however, you will receive a tardy.
Class Materials:
All students will need the following:
1 package of Post it Notes
Boys – package of markers
Girls – package of colored
pencils
Discipline:
Students are aware of the behavior that is expected of them at school. Students who are not able to behave will be asked
to complete an action plan with Mrs. Hass. This is simply a statement of the problem, reasoning behind the action, and
the students plan to change their behavior.
Discipline Actions:
Minor Violations
Major Violations
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Warning/Discussion with student
Action Plan (I have attached a copy)
Lunch Detention
Call Parent
If violation continues, go to Mr. Harp
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Go directly to Mr. Harp
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Internet Usage:
Students are required to have an email account with Google (gmail.com) for this class. It is used to turning in assignments and
completing projects. Please sign and return the following form stating that you, as a parent/guardian, will allow your student to
create and use a Gmail account in Mrs. Hass’s class.
Please read, sign, and return (along with the requested supplies) by August 16th.
I have read and understand the rules for Mrs. Hass’ Cinema class.
I also understand that my child is required to create and use a Google (gmail.com) account for this course.
I give my child permission to have access to the Collinsville Public Schools network and the internet.
I give my child permission to use their personal cell phone for specific assignments in class. When these
assignments/projects are assigned, Mrs. Hass will give notice 1-2 days before on the parent portal.
Parent/Guardian Signature:_____________________________ Date:__________________
Student Signature:________________________________
Date:__________________
Providing me with your email addresses below will allow me to keep an open communication between, you, your child,
and myself, as well as, inform you of upcoming tests and projects. (Please print clearly)
Parent’s email address:______________________________________
Parent’s email address:______________________________________
Student’s email address:
If you would like to contact me, the school phone number is 371-2541. My e-mail address is
jhass@collinsville.k12.ok.us.
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