The Holidays are approaching and …
Happy Fall!
Happy Halloween!
Everyone has settled
into their computer classes. All the star reading and star math testing
is behind us until January. 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.
First, Second, Third and Fifth Grade Students
Internet safety classes have started and the lessons will continue through December. The above grades will be introduced to the 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.
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.
First, Second, Third and Fifth Grade Students
Internet safety classes have started and the lessons will continue through December. The above grades will be introduced to the 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 and sign –up for their weekly communication.
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 and sign –up for their weekly communication.
Have a great and SAFE month!
PAINT CLUB STARTS
Thursday - October 22nd from 3:00 - 3:45
and meets on the 29th and November 5th and 12th.
and meets on the 29th and November 5th and 12th.