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Welcome to the Technology program at ABVM School! We provide students with cross-platform skills, keyboarding, digital citizenship, word processing, research skills, multimedia skills, and more. Our resources include computers, Chromebooks, iPads, and online tools. Students are expected to follow proper posture, typing, and respect others' online presence. Our focus on digital citizenship ensures personal information protection and respectful online behavior. We encourage open communication between teachers and parents for student success.
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Communication • Mrs. Megan Hardy • Phone Number: 610-869-9576 • School Website: www.abvmschoolwg.us • Email: mrs.hardy@abvmschoolwg.us
WELCOME TO TECHNOLOGY • Technology provides your child: • General Technologies : Cross Platform Skills • Information Input : Keyboarding and Manipulation Skills • Digital Citizenship: Safety and Ethical Behavior • Communication : Word Processing Skills • Investigative : Research Skills/Interactive Discovery • Data Analysis: Spreadsheet and Database Skills • Presentation: Multimedia Skills • Design: Illustrations, Photo Editing, Web Design Skills • Immersive Experiences: STEM, STEAM, STREAM, Makerspsaces, Robotics
Technology in the 21st Century • “a tool that facilitates the process of gathering information, curating information, utilizing information and creating products that will illustrate and extend understanding of information.” • Based on the International Technology in Education (ISTE) National Standards • Allows for higher thinking order skills, project-based learning, creativity and innovation, collaboration and communication
RESOURCES • Computers- desk top • Chrome books • IPADS • Smartboards • Handheld devices • Online tools • Robots
Student Expectations • Proper posture when sitting at computer • Correct typing (both hands; left hand/left side of keyboard; right hand/right side of keyboard • Treat others with respect • Adhere to Acceptable Use Policy • Follow instructions • Obey all school rules • Keep hands clean at all times • Do not share usernames/passwords with others
Digital Citzenship • Protect your personal information • Stand up to cyberbullies and support their victims • Remember your actions leave a digital footprint • Respect other people on the internet • Understand the value your photos and anything your write
Teacher/Student/Parent Partnership • . • Open commuication between teacher and parent is vital for student success. Please contact me if there are ever any concerns or questions. I am here to support you and your child.