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Theatre is integrated into the curriculum everyday.

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A locally developed curriculum is updated annually and revised periodically. The document includes:

a. agreed-upon philosophy and goals of learning to be expected at each level,

b. a sequential listing of learning experiences derived from the eight domains of theatre inquiry and expression,

c. detailed lists of materials, equipment, educational media, and local resources, and recommendations for their use

d. recommendations for time, space, and personnel necessary to carry out the planned learning experiences,

e. statements of health and safety precautions and regulations established by district policy, local law, and federal regulations as specific to the needs of this discipline.

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All theatre teachers and appropriate school personnel share in curriculum planning, evaluation, and revision.

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Theatre curriculum documents are appropriately distributed to teachers, administrators, guidance counselors, and media center personnel.

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Student learning experiences includes storytelling, pantomime, improvisation, and puppetry.

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At least 10% of the school day is devoted to experiences in theatre.

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a. Theatre instruction in every prekindergarten and kindergarten is provided by instructors who have received formal training in early-childhood theatre.

b. A theatre specialist qualified in early-childhood education is available as a consultant.

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Theatre specialists meet the standards found in the American Alliance for Theatre and Education and Speech Communication Association document, Teacher Preparation and Certification Standards.

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a. In addition to standard furniture, the classroom contains props and toys that encourage improvisation;

b. CDs, records, tapes, CD player, TV, and VCR; musical and sound-effect instruments;

c. fabric and costume pieces; and literature collections. The equipment is simple, sturdy, and safe.

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An annual budget provides for the expenses of the theatre curriculum and the purchase of books, plays, audio- and videotapes, electronic materials, and other special supplies, materials, and equipment needed for the teaching of theatre.

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a. All equipment is maintained in good repair and meets safety codes.

b. An annual budget provides for the repair, maintenance, and replacement of equipment.

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The theatre space is an open area in the classroom or a space separate from the classroom where the materials just listed can be used to create a safe, rich, and flexible play environment.

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A locally developed curriculum is updated annually and revised periodically. The document includes:

a. agreed-upon philosophy and goals of learning to be expected at each level,

b. a sequential listing of learning experiences derived from the eight domains of theatre inquiry and expression,

c. detailed lists of materials, equipment, educational media, and local resources, and recommendations for their use

d. recommendations for time, space, and personnel necessary to carry out the planned learning experiences,

e. statements of health and safety precautions and regulations established by district policy, local law, and federal regulations as specific to the needs of this discipline.

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All theatre teachers and appropriate school personnel share in curriculum planning, evaluation, and revision.

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Theatre curriculum documents are appropriately distributed to teachers, administrators, guidance counselors, and media center personnel.

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Theatre is taught as a course of study as well as used as an instructional tool for other curricular areas.

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The theatre curriculum is a balanced program of

a. script writing; acting; designing; directing;

b. researching; comparing dramatic forms, genres and styles;.

c. analyzing and constructing meaning; and understanding context

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The theatre curriculum is described and outlined in a series of sequential and articulated curriculum guides for each grade level.

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Every student receives theatre instruction each week for at least 90 minutes, excluding theatre integrated into other subject areas throughout the school day.

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Regularly scheduled instruction provides for motivation, instruction, planning, dramatization, evaluation, and clean-up.

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All students have multiple opportunities to attend performances by community and touring theatre companies.

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Performances from each group may be occasionally presented to peers and the community, but the emphasis is on the process of theatre and on participating as an audience to the theatre of others.

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Guest artists enhance and strengthen the school theatre curriculum.

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Theatre instruction is provided for special education students.

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a. Theatre is taught by specialists who use a variety of techniques to teach acting, design, play writing, directing, research, comparison of art forms, and the construction of meaning within specific contexts.

b. Specialists' efforts are complemented by classroom teachers who have the unique opportunity to make theatre a part of the daily life of the students and to integrate it into the total curriculum.

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Theatre specialists meet the standards found in the American Alliance for Theatre and Education and the Speech Communication Association document, Teacher Preparation and Certification Standards.

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a. One theatre specialist in every district or school is designated as coordinator or administrator to provide leadership for the theatre program

b. This person is employed on a full-time basis for administration when the staff includes 25 or more theatre educators.

c. The amount of administrative time is adjusted proportionately when the staff is smaller.

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In order for every student to have reasonable access to the specialist's attention, the teacher-pupil ratio is no greater than 1:400.

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a. Every theatre educator has a block of at least 30 minutes for preparation and evaluation each day, excluding time for lunch and time for travel from room to room and building to building.

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Every school district or school provides a regular program of in -service theatre education and at least two paid days per year for professional development activities.

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b. Teacher aides are provided for special -education classes in theatre if they are provided for other special-education classes.

c. If a student with a disability has an aide to assist in other classes, the aide also assists the student in theatre activities.

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Every theatre educator working with these students has received training in special education and has for purposes of consultation, convenient access to trained professionals in special education or drama therapy.

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The classroom or performance area contains

a. rostrum blocks; some modular scenic units; rehearsal props; mood lighting instruments (e.g., colored floodlights) that can be dimmed;

b. a record, tape, or CD player; computers with CD-ROM drives and access to the Internet; musical and sound effect instruments; overhead, slide, and filmstrip projectors; videotape camera, recorder, and monitor;

c. fabric and costume pieces; literature collections for improvisations and standard classroom research reference books; play scripts; records, tape recordings, videotapes, and films.

d. The equipment is simple, sturdy, and safe enough for the youngest child to operate.

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a. An annual budget is provided for the expenses of curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular theatre activities.

b. An annual budget is provided for the purchase of books, plays, audio- and videotapes, electronic materials, and other special supplies, materials, and equipment needed for the teaching of theatre.

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All equipment is maintained in good repair and meets safety codes. An annual budget provides for the repair, maintenance, and replacement of equipment.

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For instructional purposes, a classroom (preferably carpeted) has:

a. adequate performance space to accommodate theatre activities and learning.

b. It contains movable student desks; a teacher desk; worktables; chairs; chalkboards; bulletin boards; projection screen; outlets for intercom and monitor; lockable storage for books, audiovisuals, and props, and costume pieces; audiovisual hookup; and computer Internet hookup systems.

c. This classroom is located near other arts rooms and in a part of the school when there may be improvisation at rehearsal volume.

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a. The theatre space can range from something as simple as a room without school desks and tables, to a space with portable stage platforming and a set of chairs.

b. The ideal facility is the same as that of middle and junior high schools.

c. A cafeteria or multipurpose room may suffice as a theatre space when it has been equipped with dimming lights and has acoustic modifications.

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A locally developed curriculum is updated annually and revised periodically. The document includes:

a. agreed-upon philosophy and goals of learning to be expected at each level,

b. a sequential listing of learning experiences derived from the eight domains of theatre inquiry and expression,

c. detailed lists of materials, equipment, educational media, and local resources, and recommendations for their use

d. recommendations for time, space, and personnel necessary to carry out the planned learning experiences,

e. statements of health and safety precautions and regulations established by district policy, local law, and federal regulations as specific to the needs of this discipline.

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All theatre teachers and appropriate school personnel share in curriculum planning, evaluation, and revision.

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Theatre curriculum documents are appropriately distributed to teachers, administrators, guidance counselors, and media center personnel.

4

Theatre is taught as a course of study as well as used as an instructional tool for other curricular areas.

5

The theatre curriculum is a balanced program of

a. script writing; acting; designing; directing;

b. researching; comparing dramatic forms, genres and styles;.

c. analyzing and constructing meaning; and understanding context

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The theatre curriculum is described and outlined in a series of sequential and articulated curriculum guides for each grade level.

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Each theatre course meets daily for at least 45 minutes. Class size does not exceed the average class size for the school.

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Regularly scheduled instruction provides for motivation, instruction, planning, dramatization, evaluation, and cleanup.

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Performances from classes may be presented to peers and the community occasionally , but the emphasis is on the process of theatre and on participating as an audience to the theatre of others.

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All students have multiple opportunities to attend performances by community and touring theatre companies.

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Guest artists enhance and strengthen the school theatre curriculum.

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Theatre instruction is provided for special education students.

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a. Theatre is taught by specialists who possess the skills and knowledge to teach acting; design; play writing; directing; research; comparison of art forms, styles, and genres; the construction of meaning; and understanding context.

b. Specialists' efforts are complemented by classroom teachers who have the unique opportunity to make theatre a part of the daily life of the students and to integrate it into the total curriculum.

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Theatre specialists meet the standards found in the American Alliance for Theatre and Education and the Speech Communication Association document, Teacher Preparation and Certification Standards.

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a. One theatre specialist in every district or school is designated as coordinator or administrator to provide leadership for the theatre program

b. This person is employed on a full-time basis for administration when the staff includes 25 or more theatre educators.