Computers on the Web A Webpage by Ms. Levine |
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When's Computers?
| Monday | 1D, 3B |
| Tuesday | 2D, 4M |
| Wednesday | 2M, 2P, 5B |
| Thursday | 4E, 1A, 5S |
| Friday | 3F, 4S, 1G, 3T, 5A |
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May and June News
What a wonderful and productive year it has been. It's hard to believe that June is already upon us. Then I reflect upon all that we have accomplished in the Computer Lab and it's hard to believe how much we have done this year at every grade level. Computers, is such a vital and enriching part of our student's educational experience- it enhances, motivates and is firmly integrated with everything that is going on in their classrooms. From the creation of PowerPoint presentations to the multitude of interactive websites that support the content areas, the students have undoubtably learned and made great strides in the Computer Lab during this 2007-2008 school year. I look forward to continuing on this wonderful path next year.
However, we are all ready for a break, and I do want to wish everyone
a safe, relaxing and well-deserved summer vacation.See you in September!
What is Cyber-Bullying?
Cyber-bullying is a relatively new phenomenon which began surfacing as modern communication technologies advanced. Through email, instant messaging, Internet chat rooms, and electronic gadgets like camera cell phones, cyber bullies forward and spread hurtful images and/or messages. Bullies use this technology to harass victims at all hours, in wide circles, at warp speed.
We highly encourage you to take action
if your child is being bullied online!
What can Parents Do?
* To help your child avoid cyber bullying, monitor his or her Internet use by keeping the computer in the family room, or another common room in your house, and teach your child never to open email or accept instant messages from an unknown sender. If your child does receive a harassing message, teach him not to reply and to let you know right away. You can contact your Internet Service Provider to block the sender from your email, or use the "block" or "ban" feature on your instant messaging program to deter the cyber bully.
* Watch out for signs that your child is being bullied online – a reluctance to use the computer or go to school may be an indication.
* If the bully is a student at your child’s school, meet with school officials and ask for help in resolving the situation.
* Report any incident of online harassment and physical threats to your local police and your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
* If your child is bullied through a mobile phone, report the problem to your phone service provider. If it’s a persistent problem you can change the phone number.
What Can Kids Do?
Because most incidents of bullying occur off adults' radar screens, it's important that young people learn to protect themselves online and respond to cyber bullying among peers when they encounter it.
Take note of some of these guidelines for children and teens:
* Guard your contact information. Don't give people you don't know your cell phone number, instant messaging name or e-mail address.
* If you are being harassed online, take the following actions immediately:
* Tell an adult you trust – a teacher, parent, older sibling or grandparent.
* If you are being harassed, leave the area or stop the activity (i.e. chat room, news group, online gaming area, instant messaging, etc.).
* If you are being bullied through e-mail or instant messaging, block the sender’s messages. Never reply to harassing messages.
* Save any harassing messages and forward them to your Internet Service Provider (i.e. Hotmail or Yahoo). Most service providers have appropriate use policies that restrict users from harassing others over the Internet – and that includes kids!
* If the bullying includes physical threats, tell the police as well.
* Take a stand against cyber bullying with your peers. Speak out whenever you see someone being mean to another person online. Most kids respond better to criticism from their peers than to disapproval from adults.
There are some very important things that you need to keep in mind when you're on your computer at home or in school. Please keep the following things in mind at all times!
3. Never write or talk to someone who has made you feel uncomfortable or scared.
The computer classes have been enjoying and learning via some very engaging and interactive websites. With the use of the SmartBoard, kids have had the opportunity to go to the following websites and participate in such games that promotes fire safety and halloween safety to name just a couple. Check out the following links to see what we have been doing.
Click here for a 1st grade version of this exciting game.
Math Links 
Math Links 
