The Holidays are approaching and …
Happy Fall!
Happy Halloween!
Everyone has
settled into their computer classes. All the STAR Reading and 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 are now practicing how to log on to the computers using the control, alt, and delete keys. Before long, they will know how to access the start menu and log-off button on their own.
Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Students
Internet safety classes have started and the lessons will continue through November. 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. Common Sense Media has updated their entire curriculum. Please take some time to view their website.
The second and third grade will take an online 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, Cyberbullying, Gaming and e-mail.
Fifth grade will be discussing the topics of inappropriate websites, On-line Behavior, Gaming, Identity Safety, Cyberbullying, Intellectual Property, Social Networking, Cell Phone Safety, texting and cell photos. Please discuss the Importance of Internet Safety and what your family rules are in your home. Please think about the placement of your computer or any other devices. The computer or electronic device 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 are now practicing how to log on to the computers using the control, alt, and delete keys. Before long, they will know how to access the start menu and log-off button on their own.
Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Students
Internet safety classes have started and the lessons will continue through November. 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. Common Sense Media has updated their entire curriculum. Please take some time to view their website.
The second and third grade will take an online 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, Cyberbullying, Gaming and e-mail.
Fifth grade will be discussing the topics of inappropriate websites, On-line Behavior, Gaming, Identity Safety, Cyberbullying, Intellectual Property, Social Networking, Cell Phone Safety, texting and cell photos. Please discuss the Importance of Internet Safety and what your family rules are in your home. Please think about the placement of your computer or any other devices. The computer or electronic device 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 2.7 billion monthly active users on Facebook. There are approximately 7.5
million kids under the age of 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.
October’s Focus
Strand –Active faith-filled Catholic who demonstrates a spirit of service.
PAINT CLUB
Microsoft Paint
Club starts October 15th and will meet each Tuesday from the 15th
– November 5th from 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Please watch for the flyer coming home. The
class is limited to 20 students. If you are signing up for the class the flyer
must be returned to the Office.
The following have signed-up to attend Paint Club and Welcome!
Jorydn Giuseffi 2B
The following have signed-up to attend Paint Club and Welcome!
Jorydn Giuseffi 2B
Sebastian Leonard 2A
Gabriel Pham 3A
Nicholas Porras 3A
Aiden Stapf 3A
Ian Giuseffi 4A
Abby and Katie Hoffman 4A
Hayley Lewis 4A
Arron Zaby 4B
Ryan Cacianti 5A
Byrce Medeiros 5A
Gavin Rogers 5A
Why Do We Need A Technology Lab?
1. A technology
teacher provides a structured curriculum with complete and specific
instructions in computer skills that are taught in a lab environment. This
enables the students to become more confident in their technology skills and it
improves technology use in the classroom. It validates the importance of the
subject being taught.
2. In a lab, students have the opportunity for hands on experience to learn about new applications and review past lessons. This is a great advantage to students so they can become more confident in their technology skills.
3. Technology labs free classroom teachers so they can focus on their goals and not loose valuable instruction time teaching computer skills.
4. Structure, consistency, and repetition build skills each year whether it is a new application, documents, presentations, or understanding and increasing their time and accuracy in mastering keyboarding.
5. The importance of the technology lab offers student support, skills, and the knowledge they need to use these skills beyond the classroom.
2. In a lab, students have the opportunity for hands on experience to learn about new applications and review past lessons. This is a great advantage to students so they can become more confident in their technology skills.
3. Technology labs free classroom teachers so they can focus on their goals and not loose valuable instruction time teaching computer skills.
4. Structure, consistency, and repetition build skills each year whether it is a new application, documents, presentations, or understanding and increasing their time and accuracy in mastering keyboarding.
5. The importance of the technology lab offers student support, skills, and the knowledge they need to use these skills beyond the classroom.
Have a great and SAFE month!
