Computer Applications
Ms. 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.
Who am I?
Education & training
FBLA Coadviser
Georgia State
University, Mercer
University
& Regent University
Computer Applications
& Computing in the
Modern World
Ms. Stewart
Beginning my
7th year at
Southwest
Family &
friends
Have one
daughter
– born
March 4th
Faith – active
member of
St. Luke Baptist
Church
Love to watch sports
Interests
Love to read
Religion
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
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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
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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
Percentage
Classwork/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