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Everyone has settled into their computer classes.  All the star reading and star math testing is behind us until spring. The computer rules, seat assignments, passwords, safety concerns, expected homework and logging on procedures have been reviewed.

First Grade Students
Students were assigned their computer seats, user ID and secret password. They have spent several weeks logging on using the control, alt, and delete keys. They know how to access the start menu and log-off button. The students were introduced to the Microsoft Paint Program. They will be working in this program until January learning many of the Paint components. They are encouraged to practice the skills accomplished in their computer class at home. I will be sending home a parent information sheet on how to access this program on your home computer.

Second, Third and Fifth Grade Students
Internet safety classes have started and the lessons will continue through November. The above grades will be introduced to the new Common Sense Media Internet Safety Program. The students will develop an understanding of the concept of community, personal safety, and the need to make responsible choices. Students will be able to express their ideas and reinforce concepts through group discussions.
The second and third grade will take an on-line field trip with the FBI to re-enforce the concepts covered on safety. Other topics covered will be the Community they live in, Cyber Community, Viruses, Bullying, Cyber bullying, Gaming and e-mail.
Fifth grade will be discussing the topics of inappropriate websites, On-line Behavior, Gaming, Identity Safety, Cyber Bullying, Intellectual Property, Social Networking, Cell Phone Safety, texting and cell photos.
All the students have completed their pre-assessment survey and computer terminology sheet. These results help us in planning our lessons in this fast paced changing world of technology so we can educate them to make responsible choices when on-line.
Many packets completed in class will be sent home for the students to share with you. Please discuss the Importance of Internet Safety and what your family rules are in your home. Please think about the placement of your computer. They should never be put in a bedroom where you cannot see what is going on.

Common Sense Media Bulletin Board

outside the Computer Lab

Please take a minute and read what is going on in Cyberspace. There are so many things changing on a daily basis. Please talk to your children about Facebook. There are 500 million registered users. There are approximately 7.5 million kids under 13 on Facebook. Facebook isn't supposed to be used by children under 13.
 Common Sense Media
A great website - commonsensemedia.org

“Their mission is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology.” Please take a minute to look at their site.

Have a great and SAFE month!

PAINT CLUB STARTS

Tuesday - October 14th  from 3:00 - 3:45
and meets on the 21st, 28th, and November 4th

 

Mrs. Velastegui and I would like to welcome the following students:

 

Gracie Bumgarner  2A Jacob Green   2A Nathan King    2A Lily McClellan  2A Dylan Whitmer  2A Isabella Ferrar   2B Bella Holguin  2B Ian Joyce  2B Katherine Shearman   2B Ava Velastegui  2B Lauren Thompson  3A Jonathan Allende  3A Michael Moretti    3B Matthew King   3B Ocean Nguyen    3B Kaylie Tran  3B Tyler Cacianti  3B Jonathan Thornton 4A Gavin Ingles-Garcia  4B Kylie Iwanaga   5A Ethan Peterson  5A Have a Great Week!

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