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SystemsMrs. DavenportMrs. Davenport

Celina High SchoolCelina High School2007-20082007-2008

BCIS Celina High School T. Davenport

We the students, staff, and faculty of Celina High School hold ourselves to the highest of academic

standards and personal integrity.

Celina High School Bobcat Code of Honor:

We promise to uphold the values of honesty, respect and accountability; and we expect

the same from others.

Celina High School:Creating a Culture of Excellence

Course OutlineDavenport 2007-2008

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Course Description/Objectives: Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the work force and/or post secondary education. This course is designed to apply technology skills to personal/workplace business situations focused on word processing, spreadsheet, database, telecommunications, desktop publishing, presentation and time management, networking, operating systems and future technologies. Students complete the course with intermediate skill levels in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

AUP Policy: Please refer to the 2007-08 Student HandbookI. Course Syllabus - Policies and Procedures

II. Getting Started with Windows XP ( e-mail, desktop, software)

III. Internet and Copyright Training

IV. Basic Computer Concepts

a. Operating Systemsb. Utilitiesc. Networking

1. Login2. User Name/Password

V. Word Processing Unit (MS Word)

a. Introductionb. Formattingc. Tables, Graphics, Columnsd. Collaboration

VI. Desktop Publishing

a. Locate and use the drawing toolbar

b. Use Publisher

VII. HTML

a. Learn basic formatting codes

VIII. Spreadsheets (MS Excel)

a. Introductionb. Formatting & Printingc. Excel Powerd. Manipulation

IX. Database (MS Access)

a. Introductionb. Tables

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c. Datasheets/Queriesd. Forms, Reports

X. Power Point (MS Power Point)

a. Introduction

b. Designing Presentations

c. Enhancing Presentations

d. Managing/Delivering

XI. Projects1. “Contain Yourself”2. Computer Purchase Project3. Career Search Project (MS Office)4. Company Project (MS Office)5. Desktop Publishing Project6. Mini Employment Project (Resume, etc)7. Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow (Power Point)8. Portfolio (MS Office)

a. Resumeb. Application Letterc. Referencesd. Work Samples

9. Electronic Portfolio (Power Point/Web Page) * 2nd Semester Exam

Supplies Needed____3 ring binder (1’)

____Paper (notes)

____Pen and/or pencil

____Student Planner

____OPTIONAL: 2 Formatted Labeled Disks (3.5”) , CD, or Flash Drive

Mrs. D’s Classroom1. I will treat you with respect, so you will know how to treat me.2. Feel free to do anything that doesn’t cause a problem for anyone else.



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3. If you cause a problem, I will ask you to solve it.4. If you can’t solve the problem, or choose not to, I will do something.5. If you feel something is unfair, let me know in an orderly manner and we’ll talk.

Open Door Policy: If you have questions or concerns regarding assignments, grades, etc, please feel free to arrange a time to visit with me or e-mail me: [email protected]

Classroom Procedures

“FIRST THINGS FIRST “

Enter the room in a mannerly order each day and check for warm-up and/or assignments.

Food and beverages are not permitted! Never, ever, ever. No exceptions!

All personal business should be taken care of BEFORE the tardy bell! You are allowed 1 free tardy per six weeks. These do not “roll over.” Leaving for a 2nd time results in using 3 reward cards or a DRR. To leave class, you MUST have YOUR planner.

All Cell Phones must be put in THE BASKET and all purses and backpacks must be kept at the front of the room. You may pick up your belongings on your way out of class.

You may bring other class work in the event of finishing early, but you will not be allowed to leave class for this reason. ASK PERMISSION BEFORE INTERNET USE! Use of MySpace.com and similar sites are not permitted in the labs of CHS ……..ever.

Walk to your destination around the room. Rolling in chairs will result in a consequence.

Copying/Cheating is unacceptable! If you choose to do this, I will choose to give all parties involved a zero on the test/assignment.

YOUR WORK SPACE; NOT MINE(sacred space) MAINTAIN IT!

You’re assigned workstation is your “home.” You must be in your assigned seat each day. Failure to do so will result in a tardy or an absence (see CHS Tardy Policy). Each 6 weeks the seating arrangement will change.

Before Leaving, be sure to log out and clean area.

Outside computer programs are NOT permitted in the lab. If you have a disk/CD/Flash drive you’ve brought from home, you MUST have it scanned prior to use. We want to maintain a healthy, virus-free network for your convenience.



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It is your responsibility to save your assignments on your home directory (H:/) or on a disk. The loss of data may result in a zero. In addition, you will be responsible for cleaning out your “area” with unnecessary documents.

RewardsR Cards will be handed out each 6 weeks for good deeds.

Each week Mrs. D will select one technology student, who has shown extraordinary academic and/or citizenship, to be Student of the Month. They will receive 5 reward cards, a certificate, and their picture will join the Wall of Fame.

AssignmentsWarm Ups/Activities: Each daily warm-up assignment is worth 20 points for a total of 100 points each week. Late warm-ups will not be accepted and the grade cannot be replaced or dropped. Be prepared to turn warm-ups in at random. I will give no warning.

Daily: Daily Assignments should be recorded on your student planner with the date, instructions, and due date. Be prepared to show planning at random. I will give no warning.

Late work: There is no such thing. You will be given ample time for each assignment. The computer lab is also available after/before school hours. You may choose to make other arrangements if needed.

Absences: It is your responsibility to get the assignment from one of your neighbors or feel free to come see me before or after school if necessary. Excused absences will be given an equal number of days to complete that day’s assignment. Make-Up Work sheets may be found in a labeled folder next to the door.

Unexcused Absences: The highest grade you can receive will be a 70 less deductions.

IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILTY TO GET WORK IN THE APPROPRIATE BOX!

Grading

Daily: 20 %: Homework, Notebooks, Participation, Extra Credit, Guided Practice, Activities

Quizzes: 30 %: Quizzes, Reports, Minor projects, Group activities, Vocabulary

Major: 50%: Exams, Unit Tests, Product, Performance



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Spelling/Proofreading:

5 points will ALWAYS be deducted for each spelling or punctuation error.

Redos:

Any assignment sent back that receives a grade lower than a 70 can be resubmitted as many times as you choose to redo that particular assignment with corrections for no higher than a 70. (If it is perfect, without any errors, you will receive a 70.)

Vocabulary Tests:

Any vocabulary test sent back that receives a grade lower than a 70 can be resubmitted along with written corrections of each word and definition missed (10 times each.)

Binder/NotebookYou are required to maintain an organized notebook. The notebook should be divided into the following sections:

1. Weekly Warm-Ups—most recent on top 2. Daily Work3. Quizzes/Tests 4. Notes/Handouts5. General Information-- CISD’s, AUP Policy, syllabus

At the end of each six weeks, you may have a notebook test that will count as one major test grade. This test may contain only 2 questions, so be organized and on top of things.

Extra CreditExtra credit will be accepted any time during a six week period except the last week.

”Dress to Impress” Professional Day: Every Wednesday you may dress professionally, as you would in a typical office setting and receive a daily grade of 100. No jeans, denim, tennis/casual shoes, or T-shirts allowed. Girls should wear dresses, skirts, or slacks with appropriate dress shoes (No flip flops!). Boys must wear a collard shirt (must be tucked in) and nice slacks with appropriate shoes, and a belt. For examples, see Poster. All garments should be IRONED! You must remain dressed up the entire school day. If you are absent, you will miss this free 100. If you are on a field trip, you must come by and show me your attire.



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Newspaper/Magazine Article: Any article related to computers and/or the business environment will count as quiz grade. You must submit the following:

• One page, double spaced paper in 12 point, Arial with 1 inch top, bottom and side margins. Half of the paper should summarize the article and the other half should state your opinion.• The original or copy of the article itself.• A maximum of 100 points (2 articles) can be accumulated during any one six week period.

”Everyone’s a Comic” Comic Strips: Any computer-related comic strip will count as 10 points toward any daily grade. The comic strip(s) must be neatly trimmed. One half of the submitted comics MUST be from a periodical; the other half may be computer generated. A maximum of 50 points can be accumulated during any one six week period.Hint: Just because there is a computer in the comic does not qualify it “computer related.”

Acceptable Use PolicyGAMES-----YOU DON’T HAVE TIME. DON’T ASK.

Games and surfing without permission will not be permitted! (see Acceptable Use Policy)

First offense: Locked out for one day

Second offense: Locked out for one week

Third offense: Loss of computer access privileges for remainder of school year. Please refer to AUP. Assigned work will still be due even with loss of school computer use.

Important Computer Reminders

SCAN YOUR DISK!

Outside computer programs are NOT permitted in lab. If you have a disk or CD you’ve brought from home, you MUST have it scanned prior to use. We want to maintain a virus-free network for all students and teachers.



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“TO PRINT or NOT TO PRINT”

Print only authorized materials. Paper is provided for class work. DO NOT print out 20 more copies than you need. Be patient and make sure that your printer is not printing before repeatedly hitting the “print” button!

LAB USE = NO ABUSE

You may use the lab during other class periods based on availability of machines and the authorization of your teacher. Please sign-in when doing this.

The Internet is available for your EDUCATIONAL USE only. See your AUP!

ALWAYS carry your Student ID with you, in case you need to use a computer in the lab or the library.

August 28, 2007

Dear Sir or Madam:

Hi! My name is Tisha Davenport and I am your son/daughter’s Computer teacher for the 2006-2007 school year. I am a graduate of Seminole High School and



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Lubbock Christian University. This will be my eighth year at Celina High School. I have many activities and projects that I am excited to share with your student(s).

I hope to provide the most comfortable and positive classroom environment possible. In order to do this, I have set up several policies and procedures for each student to follow. I have asked your student to show you a copy of the packet and ask that both of you sign and return it to me by ______________ , 2007. Your signature states that you and your student have read and understand the information provided.

I encourage your participation at any time and ask that we work together to give your son/daughter the best education possible. I hope that if you have any questions or concerns that you will not hesitate to contact me. Continuous communication between you, your son/daughter, and myself will be the key to a great school year. I am truly excited to have your CHS student in my class. I hope to meet with you soon!

Sincerely,

Tisha Davenport(972) 382-2303Conference Time: 8:00-8:50Office Hours: M-W 3:05-3:[email protected]


Policy & Procedure Acknowledgment Form

This is to acknowledge that I have read and understand the rules concerning my behavior and the teacher’s expectations of me while enrolled in this course under the instruction of Mrs. Davenport at Celina High School.



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Student Signature Date

This is to acknowledge that I have reviewed the policies and procedures for the course in which my student is enrolled.

____________________________________ ________________________

Parent Signature Date

________________________ _________________________

Contact Number (home, work, cell) E-mail Address

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Mailing Address



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