Video Viewing in the Classroom

Videos, DVDs, Films and other media presentations can be an excellent source for teachers to address academic standards in the classroom.  It is important that schools adhere to the provisions of the U.S. Copyright Laws whenever a movie is viewed in any school setting (see Copyright Policies and Procedures in Administrative Handbook).

In all cases media presentation should be relevant to the curriculum and add value to the educational experience.  Teachers must attain administrative approval prior to showing any commercial movie to their students.  It is important for administration to keep in mind the age of the students and the appropriateness of the content of the video to determine if permission should be granted.  A form (sample below) is included in the Administrative Handbook for teachers to gain approval from parents to view movies rated PG or PG-13. 

Specific requirements for video viewing are:

  • Under no circumstances may a teacher show an R rated video in any classroom.
  • Movies rated G may be viewed in grades K-12 without prior permission from parents.  
  • Movies rated PG may be viewed in grades K-6 with parent/guardian permission.
  • Movies rated PG-13 may not be shown in any classroom K-6. 
  • Movies rated PG and PG-13 may be viewed in grades 7-12 with parent permission


Paradise Valley Unified School District

Video Permission Slip

Videos, DVDs, films and other taped materials rated PG or PG-13 may be viewed at school with administration approval.  All movies must be relevant to the curriculum and add value to the educational experience.  By signing this permission slip you agree to give the school approval for your son or daughter to view the movie listed below.

Student Name ___________________________  Date of Viewing ____________

Title of Movie ________________________________________________________     

This Movie is rated          ___________ 

Below is a description of the educational value of the movie and how it will relate to the curriculum.



Parent Permission __________________________      Date __________________

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