CURRICULUM SUMMER 2021

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Requirements for students:

Be between the ages of 12 and 17 years old during the time of camp
Currently enrolled in a District of Columbia public school (with proof)
Must be able to attend all 2 weeks of DSGSC
Must have transportation to and from camp
Pledge not to engage in any violent acts while attending DSGSC
Vow to respect peers, parents and DSGSC staff
Commit to being punctual and giving their best effort

CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES:

(Social)

Introduce and develop Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills: self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision making, social awareness, and relationship skills.
Promote community building across DC Wards (reduce peer to peer violence, decrease student to teacher altercations).
Reduce the number of gun-related incidents by providing access to visual arts programs.
Increase students interest in community building and civic engagement.

(Technical)

Introduce various film and production careers
Teach fundamental filmmaking and story structure
Teach use of cameras, lighting, and sound
Introduce basic cinematography skills and editing techniques

STUDENT OBJECTIVES:

Complete one short film projects
Create an original script and produce short dialogue scene
Produce short protagonist versus antagonist scene
Complete a narrative film as final project
Upon completion of the program, the students will receive professional camera equipment.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to develop the social and emotional skills of Washington D.C.’s underserved youth by introducing them to the fundamentals of filmmaking, equipping them with a healthy and creative way to express themselves and positively impact their communities.

CONTACT US

For more information, email us: info@dontshootgunsshootcameras.com