NEW COMPUTER BLOG

I have a new blog address beginning Fall 2011.  The new address is http://computersatolm.blogspot.com.  Please update your bookmarks/favorites accordingly.

Enjoying your Summer?

I can't believe June is almost over. Summer doesn't last forever so make the most of it. Let me know what you are up to this summer in the comments to the post. Remember, no personal information like last name, address, friend's name, phone number, etc.

Oh, and don't skip church!

May 2-6: Summer is coming!

Updated: Wed., May 11 @ 8:30 AM

Where did the time go?  THREE weeks and counting left in the school year. Unbelievable!

All assignments given to me by Wednesday morning (updated 5/11) have been graded and posted to OptionC.  Check optionc.com to see your status. I am working feverishly to get assignments graded and posted now within 24 hours.  Let's get those assignments turned in and finish the year strong!

The last Computer class will be Friday, May 13.  ALL ASSIGNMENTS/WORK MUST BE COMPLETED AND TURNED IN BY THIS DAY.

I will not be giving any more homework assignments this year.  Students who are behind should get caught up as quickly as possible.  Remember, I dock 10% of your grade for being one week late and 20% of your grade for being TWO weeks late.  After two weeks, late I will not accept any assignments unless you were absent, in which case you get an extra week. Also, I will still have open lab during lunch recess on the first two Wednesdays and Thursdays in May so students with limited access to the computers can get caught up.

Happy Summer!!

Week of April 18-22

Because next week is Easter Break, I am not assigning any new homework this week.  However, many students have missing work and should take this opportunity to get caught up.  Check OptionC.com to see your standing.  If you need a password, contact Mr. Somers (georgesomers@olmlancers.com).

After the break, we have only 2 more computer classes for the school year.  All assignments MUST be turned in no later than Friday, May 13th.  PERIOD.

Happy Easter!!

Week of April 11-15

The eighth graders will be taking their Computer Knowledge exam this week. Group 8K1 will take it on Tuesday, group 8K2 will take it on Friday.  This is one of six parts of the Central Catholic H.S. exam.  Those planning to attend CCHS in the Fall will need to schedule a time with me to take the remaining 5 sections.  These are brief (10-15 minutes each) covering word processing, spreadsheets, keyboarding and graphics (drawing).  By passing this test students will be able to take more advanced computer-related classes at CCHS.  I am confident our students will perform well on this test.

Homework (grades 5-8):

Write about a habit that you have that you find hard to break.

• 50-100 words, no spelling or grammar errors
• Title: "Hard Habit"
• Due: Wed., April, 20, 2011
• Include a FULL header at the TOP of your page, including your Computer Class code
• SLE: "Effective communicators"

Week of April 4- 8

This quarter is flying by.  Students, stay on top of your work. Get it in on time.  Check OptionC.com regularly for grade status updates.

Homework (5-8, except 8K2):

This week, I want you to write about your favorite Easter memory.  If you do not celebrate Easter, tell me about your favorite memory of summer.  Here are the requirements for this assignment:

• 50-100 words, no spelling or grammar errors
• Title: "Memory of Easter"
• Due: Wed., April 13th
• SLE: Effective Communicators
• Include a FULL HEADER at the TOP of your paper, including your Computer Class code.

Week of March 28 - April 1

What happened to March?  Soon, it will be Easter and before we know it, the end of school mass.  O my!


Homework (5-8):

As part of a carnival in Los Angeles, the first permanent movie theater opened on April 2, 1902. What is your all-time favorite movie and why?

The usual requirements apply:

• Title: My Favorite Movie
• Due: Wed., April 6
• SLE: Effective Communicators
• 50-100 words, no spelling or grammar errors
• Include a COMPLETE header, including your Computer class code