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=Welcome to Computer Literacy Class!=

Welcome to Computer Literacy Class

In Computer class the rest of this year we will be learning valuable skills which will assist you in the future. We will be working to develop an atmosphere of responsibility, discovery and collaboration. Students will be working in groups as well as individually this year.

Objectives: Students will…

 * 1) Learn the history of computers and gain a very basic understanding of how computers work.
 * 2) Learn to type correctly using home row/touch typing method.
 * 3) Learn about the way the internet works.
 * 4) Learn Internet Safety and Responsibility.
 * 5) Learn to use basic features of word processing using Microsoft Word.
 * 6) Learn to create spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
 * 7) Learn to create slideshow presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
 * 8) Learn responsible use and citation of the internet for research.
 * 9) Learn to create a website
 * 10) Learn about blogging and create a blog


 * Absences and Makeup work.**

If you **MUST** be absent, work must be made up in a timely manner. It is the student’s responsibility to ask for work they missed. Excused absences are subject to HCDE policy. If there are issues regarding this, please feel free to contact me. Almost all assignments will be loaded onto Edmodo. Each student has their own account.

Parents and Guardians may come anytime to visit the classroom. We ask that you come in quietly to observe if we are in the middle of a lesson.
 * Classroom Visits**

At East Lake Academy we are supportive of every student’s right to learn in an environment that is free from interference and harm. This year we have instituted a school wide behavior plan to assist us in supporting our student’s learning environment. The School Wide behavior plan will be followed if a student chooses to continually disregard the school or classroom rules.
 * General Classroom Expectations**

The following are a basic list of rules and behaviors the students are expected to follow:
 * Respect others in words and actions
 * Respect school and personal property
 * **No food, NO GUM, candy or any other food item in the COMPUTER LAB**
 * **NO DRINKS in the Computer Lab**
 * Enter the classroom in a quiet, orderly manner
 * Listen well and follow instructions
 * Work quietly and maintain a neat, orderly classroom
 * Raise Hand and wait to be called on before speaking
 * No toys or games, radios, cell phones, MP3’s, or other sound devices.

Fun Fridays. Students who earn a 5,6 or 7 on Rewards plus will be invited to attend Fun Friday during related arts classes. The dates for this are Progress Report Fridays. Activities will be available for students to enjoy.
 * Positive Consequences for Appropriate Behavior**

I look forward to working with you this year.

Sincerely, Mrs. Omarkhail Mrs. Dougherty(Girls Inc. Teacher)