New Boy | Oscar® Nominated Short Film

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28 Nov 200911:32
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TLDRThe transcript depicts a day in a classroom filled with various interactions among students and teachers. Joseph, a new student, is introduced and faces typical schoolyard challenges, including teasing and minor conflicts. Teachers manage classroom activities, including math lessons and discipline issues. A fight breaks out, leading to interventions by the teachers, while students navigate their social dynamics and personal conflicts. The narrative captures the essence of school life, showcasing the mix of learning, discipline, and interpersonal relationships among young students.

Takeaways
  • 📚 The script begins with a new student, Joseph, joining the class and being introduced to his peers.
  • 👋 The class collectively greets Joseph, indicating a welcoming environment despite some initial resistance.
  • 📖 A student's book is thrown out the window, leading to a brief conflict that the teacher addresses.
  • 🔢 The teacher leads a math lesson, with students answering division problems, showcasing classroom interaction.
  • 🎶 Background music changes throughout the script, reflecting the mood of different scenes.
  • 😈 There is a sense of bullying and teasing among students, particularly towards Joseph, the new student.
  • 😡 A student named Christian Kelley is portrayed as a troublemaker, engaging in disruptive behavior.
  • 🤔 The teacher tries to maintain order and discipline, intervening in conflicts and addressing inappropriate behavior.
  • 🏫 Classroom rules and expectations are emphasized, such as not pulling fingers or engaging in physical aggression.
  • 📚 The script includes a scene where students are instructed to practice their sounds at home, indicating an educational focus.
  • 🤗 The teacher praises Joseph for finishing his work, showing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
Q & A

  • Who is the new student introduced in the class?

    -The new student introduced in the class is Joseph.

  • Where does the teacher initially want Joseph to sit?

    -The teacher initially wants Joseph to sit beside Pamela.

  • What does the teacher ask the class to do when she says 'Hands in the air'?

    -The teacher asks the class to raise their hands, except for Joseph who is told he's fine and can go sit down.

  • What incident occurs involving Seth Quinn's book?

    -Seth Quinn's book is thrown out the window, and the teacher instructs him to go and retrieve it.

  • What math problem is being discussed in the class?

    -The math problems discussed include 18 divided by 9, 56 divided by 8, 36 divided by 6, and 49 divided by 7.

  • What is the correct answer to the math problem 36 divided by 6?

    -The correct answer to 36 divided by 6 is 6.

  • What inappropriate language is used by a student in the script?

    -A student uses the phrase 'Shut up!' and another says 'Fuck off.'

  • What does the teacher ask the students to do after finishing their math problems?

    -The teacher asks the students to put their pencils down and then asks Seth Quinn to come up and do number one for the class.

  • What incident occurs between Joseph and Christian Kelley?

    -Christian Kelley's finger is pulled by Joseph, causing Christian to claim it's broken, though the teacher assures him it's not.

  • What does the teacher instruct the class to do after the incident with Joseph and Christian?

    -The teacher instructs the class to put their hands in the air and then down, and then she addresses the situation with Joseph and Christian.

  • What is the teacher's reaction to Hazel's attempt to share what she saw?

    -The teacher stops Hazel from sharing what she saw, telling her to go back inside and not to speak about it.

  • How does the teacher handle the situation when the students are being disruptive?

    -The teacher uses commands like 'Shut up,' 'Hands in the air,' and 'Sit down' to regain control and order in the classroom.

Outlines
00:00
😀 Welcoming New Student and Classroom Dynamics

The script begins with a new student, Joseph, being introduced to the class. The teacher instructs the class to make him feel welcome and assigns him a seat. There are playful interactions and minor disruptions, such as a book being thrown out the window. The teacher addresses these incidents and moves the class along with math problems, highlighting a student's correct answer and dealing with off-task behavior. The atmosphere is light-hearted with underlying classroom management challenges.

05:04
😡 Classroom Conflict and Confrontation

This paragraph captures escalating tension in the classroom. Christian and Seth engage in physical altercations, prompting the teacher to intervene. The teacher attempts to restore order by assigning work from 'Totally Gaeilge' and warns the students about misbehaving. Hazel tries to report the incident but is silenced by the teacher, leading to further tension. The teacher reprimands Hazel for her language and the situation ends with an unresolved conflict and a sense of unease.

Mindmap
Keywords
💡New boy
The term 'new boy' refers to a new student who has just joined a class or group. In the video's theme, it is Joseph who is introduced as the new boy, and his arrival sets the stage for the interactions and dynamics that unfold among the students. The script mentions, 'Now now, everybody this is Joseph, say hello.' This introduction is pivotal as it marks the beginning of Joseph's experience in this new environment.
💡Welcome
To 'welcome' someone means to greet them in a friendly and hospitable manner, especially when they arrive somewhere new. In the context of the video, the teacher encourages the class to make Joseph feel welcome, indicating an intention to foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere. However, the subsequent events suggest that the actual reception might not be as warm as intended, as evidenced by the line, 'Now I'm sure we're all gonna make Joseph feel very welcome.'
💡Divided by
'Divided by' is a mathematical operation that represents the process of partitioning a number into equal parts. In the script, it is used in the context of a math class where the teacher asks questions like '18 divided by 9?' and '56 divided by eight is equal to?' This not only shows the educational setting but also serves as a backdrop for the social interactions taking place among the students.
💡Discipline
Discipline refers to the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience. In the video, the teacher attempts to maintain discipline by giving commands like 'Hands in the air' and 'Hands down,' and by reprimanding students for misbehavior, such as when Seth Quinn throws a book out the window or when there is a physical altercation among students.
💡Bullying
Bullying is the use of force or coercion to abuse or intimidate others. The script contains several instances that suggest bullying behavior, such as when Christian Kelley is accused of poking Joseph's back and when there is a physical fight incited by the students chanting 'Fight, fight, fight.' These instances highlight a negative social dynamic within the classroom.
💡Inclusion
Inclusion is the act of including or involving all members of a group or community. The teacher's attempt to integrate Joseph into the class by saying, 'He should sit beside Pamela,' is an example of promoting inclusion. However, the resistance from the class and the subsequent events indicate challenges in creating an inclusive environment.
💡Confrontation
A confrontation is a face-to-face meeting or situation in which there is a disagreement or argument. The script includes confrontations between students, such as when Christian Kelley and Seth Quinn are involved in a physical altercation, and between students and the teacher, as seen when Hazel O'Hara is reprimanded for her language.
💡Authority
Authority refers to the power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience. The teacher in the script represents authority, as seen when she commands 'Seth Quinn go down and get that book' or when she attempts to restore order with 'Everybody, hands in the air.' The reactions of the students to this authority reflect the power dynamics within the classroom.
💡Respect
Respect is a feeling of deep admiration for someone elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements. In the video, the lack of respect among students is evident, as shown by their name-calling and physical aggression. The teacher's plea for respect, as in 'Don't you dare talk to me like that,' underscores the importance of this value in the classroom setting.
💡Integration
Integration is the process of incorporating or assimilating a person or group into a different environment. The script shows the challenges of integration when Joseph, the new boy, faces resistance and bullying from his peers. The teacher's efforts to integrate him, such as assigning him a seat, are met with opposition, indicating difficulties in the assimilation process.
💡Conflict resolution
Conflict resolution refers to the process of resolving disagreements or disputes between parties. The teacher's attempts to address the issues between students, such as when she asks 'Seth what happened?' and 'Well Joseph, you're turn. What happened?' are examples of conflict resolution. However, the lack of cooperation from the students and the escalation of the situation highlight the complexity of resolving conflicts in this context.
Highlights

Introduction of new student Joseph and his placement in the class.

Teacher's attempt to make Joseph feel welcome.

Disruption caused by Seth Quinn throwing a book out the window.

Math lesson with rapid-fire division questions.

Incident where Christian Kelley is accused of annoying Joseph.

Physical altercation between Christian Kelley and Joseph.

Teacher's reaction to the fight and attempt to discipline the students.

Hazel O'Hara's involvement and subsequent reprimand by the teacher.

Ongoing conflict and taunting between Christian Kelley and Joseph.

Teacher's frustration with the students' behavior.

Teacher's attempt to resolve the situation and maintain order.

Christian Kelley's continued threats towards Joseph.

Classmates' encouragement of the fight between Christian Kelley and Joseph.

Teacher leaving the class with instructions and monitoring for any further disruption.

Hazel O'Hara's observation and attempt to report the situation to the teacher.

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