Objective:

• I can discover more about the classroom by completing an icebreaker activity to help build a fun and collaborative working environment.

Links:
None.

Topics Discussed:

• Computer Graphic Design
• Room 225

Assignment:

1. Today, we’re going to conduct a “Scavenger Hunt” to get to know the classroom. There’a a lot of useful stuff around here, and things you might need to know as you begin your journey into Computer Graphic Design!
2. Follow the instructions on the Room Map provided to discover the secrets of Room 225 as you meet your classmates and find your way around the classroom!
3. No matter where you’re sitting in the classroom, it’s impossible to see everything on the list. So get up and move around!
4. You can work with a partner, but only one of you can win the “fabulous” prize for finding all the items first! Think carefully before you share your answers!
5. Can you find all the items and win the “fabulous” prize? Do your best, and good luck!

Posted: August 8th, 2025

Objective:

• I can understand and agree to abide by the Computer Lab and Internet Usage Policy for the Center for Computer Studies measured by the returned signature page bearing my and my parents’ or guardian’s signatures, so that the classroom and network remains a safe and secure place for us to work, learn and play.

Links:

Lab Use Policy Presentation

Topics Discussed:

• Proper use of school and network resources
• Software Copying
• Copyright
• Software Privacy and Vandalism
• Care of Equipment
• Food and Drink Policy
• Internet Usage Guidelines
• Consequences of Policy Violation
• Plan for Success

Assignment:

1. By now, you’ve been using computers in school long enough that you should have a pretty good handle on what is an acceptable use of computer equipment and the Internet, and what isn’t acceptable. Today’s presentation will eliminate any doubt or confusion as to what is and isn’t acceptable here in the lab.
2. Watch the Usage Policy Presentation along with me, and feel free to ask any questions you may have on the policy.
3. This policy is also outlined on the Plan for Success that you will receive today. Please read the Plan for Success, and sign on the last two pages to confirm that you agree to abide by the policies, then take it home and show it to your parents/guardians, and have them sign to confirm that they understand and agree to the policy. Please return the document with all required signatures to me by Monday, August 11th.
4. The policies make sure that this room remains a clean and functional place for everyone to live and learn in. We can’t get much accomplished in here unless everyone can agree to abide by them. If you can live with that, then we can move on to learning the good stuff.

Posted: August 7th, 2025