The
letter below is intended as a convenient template for a letter seeking parental
permission for showing an R-rated video. Feel
free to edit and add specifics explaining the film’s value to your course of
study.
Dear Parent/Guardian
Your child
is currently studying ____________________ as part of his/her coursework in
________________class. To enhance
your child’s learning experience/understanding of ________________________, I
am planning to show the film/ show excerpts of the film _______________________ on _______________(list date or
dates).
Though the film is rated R, I am convinced of its
learning value. The rating is due to __________________. (You might also mention how the film was reviewed.) I can
assure you that the film will be shown in appropriate context, including
discussion and activities before and after viewing.
I sincerely believe that my students have the maturity to view this film
and that _________________________(Explain the learning goals this film or the
specific scenes you plan to show will help you achieve in the context of your
curriculum.) This film is a part of
the high school library’s collection / has been approved by the Academic
Standards Committee.
Please complete the form below either authorizing
or exempting your child from viewing _________.
Unless I receive this signed permission slip, I will not permit your
child to view / view scenes from the film.
If you do not wish to have your son/daughter view this film, I will
gladly provide a relevant and appropriate
alternative assignment.
Feel free to phone or email if you have any
questions.
Sincerely,
Email:
Phone:
Please complete the following:
Name of student_______________________________
_____I prefer that my son/daughter NOT view the
film/ NOT view excerpts of the film
Signature:
__________________________________________
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