Hillsboro School District

 0161925Glencoe High SchoolClass Syllabus for Theatre/Drama 1Lori Lee DaliposonTeacher Contact InformationTeacher NameLori Lee DaliposonTeacher E-maildaliposl@hsd.k12.or.usTeacher Phone503-844-1900 Teacher WebsiteGoogle classroom class code is bgd3o5 for 5th period and smup4r0 for 6th periodOffice Hours and AvailabilityIn general, the best way to contact a teacher is via email. Staff at Glencoe will return phone calls and emails to parents in a timely fashion. Teachers regularly update parentvue. Be sure to have a log-in and check your student’s progress frequently.Teachers are also often willing to work with students outside of class time; however it is up to students to arrange this time with the teacher. I am available: 7:45 - 8:15Course InformationSubject - Course TitleArts (Visual and Performing) - Theatre/Drama 1Course DescriptionTheatre/Drama I is an introduction to acting. Students will learn fundamentals of acting as well as theatre terms and directing basics. Course ContentStudents will: - Learn acting techniques that further their abilities from any starting level - Gain further appreciation for theatre- Reflect on and critique performances and provide constructive feedback- Support others in the process of learning about theatre- Learn theatrical terms- Write original scenes- Enjoy the challenge of working as a team to perform improvisationallyStandards students will be expected to meet include Oregon Art Standards, multiple Oregon writing and reading standards, national arts standards for theatre, and the majority of essential skills and career-related learning standards. Standards information is available at . Course ContentThe course is divided into a series of projects. Depending on the interests of the students’ in the course, these projects can be changed, dropped or enhanced to meet student needs. If a student has a particular interest, special projects can be assigned to meet those interests. The bottom line is that this course is intended to be entertaining and challenging. It will require dedication and energy, but the pay-off will be performances that make the performers proud and that the class will enjoy. This class will be enriching and memorable for students. All performances other than improvisation must be memorized for performances. Potential projects are as follows:Unit 1: Getting comfortable on stage-Improvisational games and group exercises-Story-telling- Silent scenes-Movement and listening on stageUnit 2: Developing the Voice-Vocal exercises-Radio shows projectUnit 2: Approaching a script-Open scenes project-Developing and using character objective-Finding the meanings behind the words and using silence and actionUnit 4: Analyzing and Performing a Script-Duet scene project-Listening and reacting, including overlap and silence-Analyzing and using character objective and scene objective and themesUnit 3: Creating a unique character-Monologue project-Developing a character who is distinct and believable with clear objectiveUnit 5: Script Writing- Script Writing Project-Developing an idea with improvisation-Creating characters and plot ideasUnit 6: The Art of Improvisation-Long-form improvisation project-Moving from games to scenes-The golden rules of improvisation-Developing the “group mind” and sharing leadershipUnit 7: Performing a Play-Short plays project-Learning the process of staging a play-Defining dramatic action and plot structure-Further developing listening and use of character motivationIn addition to the above projects, play reviews of live performances are a part of the requirements for the course. Students may see shows at Bag-n-Baggage for free simply by showing their student card at the door. Exceptional theatres include Artist Repertory Theatre, Portland Center Stage, and Third Rail Repertory Theatre. Colleges who do theatrical productions in the area include Pacific University, The University of Portland, Portland State University, and Portland Community College. Theatre students also are encouraged to see Glencoe shows and have the option to help usher and see the shows for free. WICOR StrategiesFollowing this course, students should be able to:- competently perform modern scenes, monologues, and improvisational scenes,- write short plays,- read and analyze dramatic literature,- give constructive feedback, verbally and in writing, about the performances of others and recognize their own areas for growth, and- work effectively with a diverse group of people.Grading ScaleA80%+B60% - 79%C40% - 59%D20% - 39%F/IBelow 20%Incompletes: Students may receive an incomplete grade from a teacher for various reasons. If an incomplete is given students must finalize their grade by completing any missing or make-up work within 2 weeks of the next semester starting. At this point any incomplete grade will become F.Grading PolicyGrading Policy. Each project is worth 50 points (Unit performances and play review papers), except the final one-act play performance, which is worth 100. In addition, points are earned for the following: - Class performance/participation (Essential Skill of personal management) - Journals/Reflections/Short papers (Essential Skills of Reading and Writing) - Quizzes over stage terms will be approximately 25 points eachThe final grade is what is derived from taking total points earned divided by points possible, and letter grades are assigned as follows, based 80% or more on final performances, quizzes, and papers (summative assessments). A five point grading scale is used for final grades.Late Work. Late work will be accepted up to one week after its due date. Performances must be done on the day called to perform, or a zero will be given for that performance, as performance standards cannot be measured in other ways. Play review information will be given months in advance of the due date, and no late play reviews will be accepted. Make-up Work and Exams. Students with long-term absences will be given alternate projects when group work is required. They will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Students who are absent for all available performance days will be given an alternative assignment, upon request.Retake Policy. Performances may not be redone. If a performance grade is too low or not completed, it can be replaced with an alternative assignment, upon request.Classroom ExpectationsBehavior ExpectationsStudents are expected to:Have a good attitudeBe willing to try new thingsBe positive and supportive of othersDo the best work they can, based on their experience and innate abilitiesCell Phones and TechnologyStudents will use technology for research, writing, and sound effects.Student electronic devices are only allowed in classrooms with teacher approval at appropriate times and for appropriate uses. Misuse of technology will result in the following consequences:First offense. Warning from the teacher.Second offense. Phone must be given to Assistant Principal’s office and picked up at the end of the day by student.Third offense and beyond. Phone must be given to Assistant Principal’s office and picked up by a parent/guardian.Attendance and TardiesStudents are encouraged to have over 90% attendance. Students who miss class are less likely to be successful in school. ALL absences need to be excused by parent/guardian. Unexcused period absences are considered “skipping” and may result in a referral. Allowing make-up work for unexcused absences is up to teacher discretion. A student who is more than 10 minutes late is considered unexcused absent. For excused period absences, students have the number of days missed to make-up missing work. Exceptions to this are based on teacher make-up work policy.Tardies. Students who arrive to a class after the late bell rings must get a pass from the attendance office before being admitted to class. A period tardy results in lunch detention. Academic HonestyStudents are expected to put forth their best efforts on tests and assignments, and not deliberately underperform. Students are expected to demonstrate respect toward their instructors and peers by encouraging and facilitating learning. Engaging in various forms of cheating or academic dishonesty does not permit students to realize the full extent of the educational experience or their full academic potential. Students are encouraged to converse with others and assist other students, except when doing so is inconsistent with testing or assignment instructions. Prohibited events include, but are not limited to, using or sharing prohibited study aids or other written materials on tests or assignments. Academic dishonesty also includes sharing, collaborating, or communicating with others on tests or assignments, before or during tests or assignments, in violation of directions by the class instructor. Academic dishonesty may also include knowingly sharing false information or knowingly misleading another to reach a false answer or conclusion.Students who engage in academic dishonesty must either complete the invalidated summative assessment or an alternative assessment chosen by staff. Discipline may include detention; prohibiting the student from participating in school-sponsored activities or events; denial or revocation of school-conferred titles, distinctions, honors, or privileges; or suspension or expulsion.Behavior InterventionsConsequences for behavior issues will be in-line with school-wide standards.To the largest extent possible, behavior issues will be managed through redirection, explanation, humor, alternative activities, separation, and the building of a respectful and positive relationship between teacher and student. Listening, understanding, and problem-solving are always the first step and will be employed in the vast majority of cases. ................
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