Life School Oak Cliff

Course Syllabus - Year 2017-2018

Coach Trinkle

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
Principles of AV Technology - This is a course which introduces students to careers
within this field. Careers in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
career cluster require, in addition to creative aptitude, a strong background in computer
and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and
written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an
understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and
the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.
Prerequisite: None

AV Productions - This is a course which introduces students to careers in audio and

video technology and film production that span all aspects of the audio/video
communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical
knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and
Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding
of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post-production audio
and video activities.
Prerequisite: Principles of Arts, AV Technology, and Communications

Advanced AV Productions - This course is designed to allow students to look further

into careers in audio and video technology and film production that span all aspects of
the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing
advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology,
and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced
understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production and
post-production activities. There will be projects that are required outside of school
hours and students will be checking out equipment to perform those projects.
Prerequisite: AV Productions

CLASSROOM SUPPLIES:
To reduce the risk of germs spreading via the computer lab, all students are asked to bring the
following items :
(2) box of tissues
(1) container disinfecting wipes
TARDY POLICY:
At Life School, a student is tardy if they are not in their seat or desk ready to work when the bell
rings. All tardies to any class are unexcused unless the student is detained by a teacher, in
which case a pass issued by an administrator should be presented to the teacher by the student
upon arrival. If a student misses 15 minutes or more of a class, he/she will be counted absent
from that class per the student handbook.

MAKEUP WORK:
Students that miss class for any reason, including school related activities, will be responsible
for getting their own make-up work from the teacher. Assignments are posted on my website
for students and parents to see what the student is missing and can be accessed through the
Life School Website or my class website. If you know youre going to be missing my class, please
plan ahead.

LATE WORK:
All due dates are posted and communicated with students when the assignment is assigned.
The due date will posted on my class website and/or Google Classroom. Due to the nature of
my class and project related to it, each student will have enough time to complete an
assignment or project. If a student does not submit their assignment or project by the due date,
they will receive 10 points off per day the assignment is late. If a student missing the due date
because of missing school due to sickness or something to that nature, the assignment will not
be deducted. I strongly encourage (but do not require) that all assignments or projects to be
turned in prior to leaving for an event that was planned out in advance if the due date is while
they are absent.

GRADING SCALE:
90% - 100% - A
80% - 89% - B
70% - 79% - C
0% - 69% - F
Grades will be weighted according to the following:
Tests/Projects 70%
Daily Work/Quizzes/Participation-30%

CONFLICT RESOLUTION:
If at any time a student feels that the academic or discipline system is treating them unfairly, I
will do my best to communicate with both student and parent about the situation. I will
schedule a time to discuss issues with a student or parent, but during class is not an appropriate
time to discuss tardies, dress code infractions, tallies or grade disputes.

CLASSROOM POLICY:
Students will strictly adhere to the five essential rules of Life High School:
1. Instant obedience
2. Respect for others
3. Respect of property
4. Diligence to duty
5. Respect for Authority
MISSION STATEMENT:
The mission of Life School is to train leaders with life skills for the twenty-first century by
establishing strong academics, character training, and a parenting program.

COMPUTER USE:
Students will at all times abide by the Life School Computer and Internet Acceptable Use Policy
and all other policies, as denoted in the Student Handbook (online). Failure to comply with
these policies and provisions will result in immediate account termination. Final determination
of inappropriate use will be decided by Authorized District personnel, through which future
computer access can be denied and other disciplinary action taken. Inappropriate computer
and/or internet use could result in failure of this class.

CONTACT AND WEBSITE:

Email: chad.trinkle@lifeschools.net
Class Website: www.coachtrinkle.weebly.com
Conference Times: 6th Period = 1:27-2:12 and 7th Period = 2:17-3:01

The use of the computers and Internet at Life School is designed for educational purposes.
Use of computers and the Internet connection at Life School requires that the user take full
responsibility for his or her own actions. Life School and its faculty and staff, along with
organizations sponsoring the Internet connection, will NOT be held liable for the actions of
anyone connecting to the Internet through this connection. All users shall assume full
liability, including legal, financial, or otherwise, for their actions.

PLEASE SIGN THIS PAGE AND HAVE YOUR STUDENT RETURN IT TO ME:
By signing below, you indicate that you have read and understand the entire contents of this
Syllabus, including the assumption of any and all liabilities stated in the computer use section in
the student handbook.

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Student - Signature Parent/Guardian - Signature

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Student - Date Parent/Guardian - Date

Parent/Guardian Information

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Email Address (If applicable)

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Daytime Phone Number (Cell phone preferred)

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Evening Phone Number