Welcome to Weaverville Elementary School Technology
WESTECH
4th through 6th grade students will spend two days per week (45 minute sessions) in the computer lab during the 2007/08 school year. 7th/8th grade students will have computers as an elective class. WES students will use their acquired skills to complement what has been learned in the classroom. Our goal is to train students in such a way as to support their classroom learning, providing teachers with students capable of producing higher quality reports, strengthened research skills, and improved academic ability. One of our goals is to prepare elementary school students for high school. By training individuals to use Microsoft Office tools, they will be able to handle a variety of high school assignments. Starting in the 4th grade, students will receive 10 minutes of typing practice per day. Students will access lesson plans and links from their Classroom links on the WES web site.
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About Mr.Newton - Computer Instructor at WES
Time-Line
- Graduated from Buena Highschool in 1978 - Ventura California
- Graduated from Ventura College in 1980
- Got married in 1981
- Maintained a professional Taxidermy business from 1981-1991
- Went back to college in the fall of 1991 and graduated from Simpson University with a Multiple Subject teaching credential in 1995 - Redding, CA
- Taught night classes for Shasta College -1991,1992
- First taught elementary school in Lewiston, CA right out of college.
- Joined Weaverville Elementary in the Fall of 1996 and has taught 1st grade (two years), 2nd grade (one year), and 6th grade((four years).
- Completed course work at the Institute of Computer Technology and graduated as a master teacher for Intel in 2000.
- Graduated from Cal Poly Tech State University with a certificate in Instructional Technology - (Online classes) -2004
- Has taught instructional technology (computer classes) for Weaverville Elementary School since 2002
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Technology Training at WES
Teachers and staff at WES are encouraged to stay current with their technology skills. CTAP Online is a great resources for teachers who want continuing education credits for their training. We also offer training at inservices, and individual help after school in the WESTECH lab.
We live in a time when technology is essential to the education process. Teachers entering the profession today must be proficient with basic technology skills. Our teachers will use technology in a variety of ways:
- Grade Book
- Data base collections
- Discipline tracking
- Preparing lesson plans
- Communications (email, phone, fax)
- Classroom presentations
- Record keeping
- Classroom/Parent publications
- Tracking student progress in Reading and Math
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What Students Will Learn
Technology training for students is divided into 6 parts:
- Keyboard Skills
- Computer Theory and Process
- Computer Hardware and Operation
- File Management
- Software and Application
- Subject Integration (Computers as tools)
Students will:
- Use common media and technology terminology and equipment
- Identify and use common media formats
- Use a computer and productivity software to organize and create information
- Use computer and communications software to access and transmit information
- Use media and technology to create and present information
- Evaluate the use of media and technology in a production or presentation
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Parents
We appreciate our parents! Your involvement in the life of our school is valued more than you may ever know. If you have skills that you can offer, we want to hear from you. I personally like having guest speakers come into the computer lab and talk with kids about technology in the "real world". Students appreciate the perspective , and it really adds to the learning process.
Community
We encourage community involvement. Our small community is making a difference in the lives of children on a daily basis. We are not separate entities that isolate from one another. We encourage local businesses to share their expertise with the local school. Guest speakers, volunteers, and financial donations are all a part of what makes a positive difference in the life of a child.
Sponsorship through financial donations are always appreciated and encouraged. Our technology department requires a lot of equipment and upgrades every year. The state of California does not have a lot of money to push our way, and we appreciate any and all financial gifts that go to support our technology department.
Weaverville Elementary School would like to thank you for considering us as a valuable partner in learning. We appreciate your support
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