Mrs. Helbling's Computer Classes

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Updated Monday,  August 12, 2008

Class Rules and Procedures

Class Procedures:

1.       Take your assigned seat immediately.

2.      Listen to and follow directions.  If you need help, wait until the class begins work to ask.

3.      Use your indoor voice.

4.      Work only on the specific assignment. 

5.   Save the assignment as directed.

6.      Be aware of time.  When class is over, leave promptly and proceed to your next class.

Class Rules:

1.       Follow the Golden Rule.  "Do unto others as you would have others do unto you."

2.      Keep your hands to yourself.

3.      Show respect for school property.

4.      Stay on task.

5.      Remember, rude or inconsiderate behavior will not be tolerated at HRA!

Discipline:

The consequences vary somewhat for the grade levels.  In general, minor infractions are met with a verbal warning.  If the behavior is repeated and/or very distracting, the student may be asked to take time out.  Silent lunch and demerit are other possible consequences. Continued or serious infractions are reported to the homeroom teacher and/or the principal. 

Serious infractions must be reported to the principal immediately.   

Any behavior that interferes with the completion of the task(s) or assignments is considered off task behavior.  Off task behavior results in reduction in the student's grade for the class. 

 

Student Internet Guidelines:

1.       Read and discuss the HRA Acceptable Use Policy with your parents.

2.   Go to sites recommended by teachers only.

3.   Never reveal your name or facts about yourself on the Internet.

4.      Students are forbidden to check personal email or engage in any type of internet communication that is not school supervised.  However, students may to access their Gaggle email or use the Gaggle chat program.  These are monitored and have safeguards that will allow students to develop skills in a controlled situation.

5.      Report any inappropriate language, images, or sites to the teacher immediately.

6.      It is your responsibility as an HRA student to always act with honor and to report any violations of school policy.

Review correct internet behavior:   The Internet: The Superhighway Where Kids Drive Too!

Student evaluation:

1.       On task behavior is essential. You must be working on the assignment.

2.      Listen to and follow directions.

3.   Learn to take proper care of the computer equipment.

4.    Do your very best!

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Class Descriptions

Computer Classes

Students will do activities in order to learn and master the skills stipulated in the Diocesan  Curriculum Guide for Technology.   The objectives include competency in Windows skills, ability to identify and use hardware and software, keyboarding, and Microsoft productivity products: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. 

Keyboarding is a vital skill and all students are to reach a level of competency in touch-typing.  Grades four through eight will have online access to Keyboarding for Kids.  This course provides excellent step by step practice. Students are encouraged to check out Keyboarding for Kids from the library and practice at home. 

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Student Projects

Students in grades having a Gaggle account will have access to work uploadedSince this space is internet based, it will be available at home for viewing by parents and will also facilitate their ability to work projects at home and at school.

 

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