Computer ApplicationsMs. Stewart

Southwest Magnet High School and Law Academy Vision• A school devoted to working for the achievement and

performance of every child, in every classroom, every day.

Southwest Magnet High School and Law Academy Mission• The mission of SWHS is to provide a safe, supportive,

and respectful learning environment in which all students and staff are held to high academic and ethical standards and where success is promoted for all.

• Our purpose is to guide all students as they acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become responsible, self-directed, healthy, and productive citizens.

Ms. Stewart

Beginning my 7th year at Southwest

Have one daughter – born March 4th

FBLA Co-adviser

Love to watch sports

Faith – active member of St. Luke Baptist Church

Computer Applications & Computing in the Modern World

Family & friends

Religion

Education & training

Interests

Who am I?

Love to read

Georgia State University, Mercer University& Regent University

Course Description

• Microsoft Office 2007 – Powerpoint, Excel, Access, Word• Social, ethical, and human issues related to technology• Intro to computer technology, Decision-making,

productivity, communications, and problem-solving• Oral and written communication skills and information

research• CTSO affiliated - FBLA (Future Business Leaders of

America)

Expectations

• Respect yourself, others and property

• Follow Directions the first time

• Participate in all class activities

• Create your own work• Bring supplies to

class everyday

• NOT to alter computer settings (i.e. backgrounds)

• NOT to use proxy websites, watch videos or listen to music

• NO food or drinks

Material and Supplies

• Pen or pencil• Notebook paper• Folder with pockets (to be kept in classroom)• NO flash drives (Synergy will be used)

Classroom Procedures

• Entering the classroom– Sit in assigned seat– Check the board and complete the bellringer– Place belongings underneath workstation– **If you are late – please sign the tardy sheet – a parent phone

call will be made and teacher’s detention will be assigned. If you do not attend, you will be assigned principal’s detention.

– You are expected to be in class every day.

Procedures (cont’d)

• During class– Print only class related material– Will not be allowed to leave classroom for any reason for first 15

and last 15 minutes of class.– Remain seated unless other instructions are given– Raise hand for assistance or questions

Procedures (cont’d)

• End of Class– Turn in work white tray drawer on table in front of board or (to

folder if work is incomplete)– Log off or turn off computers prior to leaving– Pick up trash around workstation– Push in chairs prior to leaving– The dismissal bell only signals the end of class; the teacher will

dismiss you by saying• “Have a Nice Day”

Grading

• Progress reports are issued each 4 ½ weeks• Final exam counts as 15% of final grade

Area PercentageClasswork/Daily Work 45%

Projects/Lab 35%

Test/Quizzes 20%

Total 100%

Makeup Work/Incomplete Assignments• 5 days after absence to complete assignments after

absence• Assignments not completed during class will be

accepted during that grading period for late credit