MY BIO Oral Presentations - Google Drive Presentation Project

The Day Has Come......

Today you will finish up your Google Drive MY BIO Presentations and begin to present them to the class!

When your name is called, I will find the Google Drive PRESENTATION you SHARED with me for credit.  You will click the PRESENT Button and go to the front of the class and give your presentation.

While everyone is watching you present, they will have the following website up on their computer.  After each presentation, students will fill out and submit the PRESENTATION REVIEW FORM.  I will make the final reviews public and you can log in and find the reviews of your presentation on your own.

PRESENTATION REVIEW FORM

Just about any school, career, or organization you join for the rest of your life will require some public speaking.  I realize we all just met, but you need to be able to stand up in front of a room full of people with confidence.  YOU ARE THE EXPERT ABOUT YOU!  Relax, breathe, present the autobiography calmly and loud enough for everyone to hear, and it will all be over in a couple minutes.

Good Luck!!

Mr. S

GOOGLE DRIVE - "MY BIO" PROJECT - PRESENTATION

Hello Everyone,     

FIRST:  PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK AND COMPLETE THE EMAIL SURVEY (CLICK HERE)

Your assignment is to create a GOOGLE DRIVE PRESENTATION Slide Show that is all about you.  Here is a list of the requirements and some suggestions for what to include in your slides.

EXAMPLE PRESENTATION

A)   Part 1 {100 points}
     a)     Build Your Presentation
          (1) Saved as “(Your Last Name) MY BIO Period (?)” and SHARED directly from Google Drive with Mr. S

                        hscribnercaa@gmail.com

(2) Have a logical order to your slides

(3) Use correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation

(4) Have 10 Slides

(a) Include a Title Slide

(b) Include a Birth Information Slide

(5) Have at least 4 Graphics/Pictures that are related to their slides

       B)   Slide Suggestions

        a)  You may use these suggestions or come up with your own

        i)     Make all your slides have appropriate content

Slide Suggestions

Slide	Contents
**Title	(First and Last Name) Biography Presentation Student Number - If Available
**Birth Information	Birthday Birthplace Length, Weight, and Time
Accomplishments	List at least three accomplishments.
Career	What you want to be? How you will do this?
Class Schedule	What is your schedule this semester?
Dislikes	Identify your dislikes.
Family Information	Family Size Parents Names Siblings
Favorites	Identify your favorite things.
Friends	Who are you friends? What do you do with them for fun?
Goals	List short-term goals (for the year). List intermediate goals (for the next 3 years). List long-term goals (for the next 10 years).
Hobbies	Identify your hobbies.
Job	What is your job? What are your job duties?
Likes	Identify your likes.
People	Have different people make comments about you.

            ** Required Slide

Part 2 - Grading

      _____ / 5 points               Saved as “(Last Name) MY BIO Period (?)” and SHARE with Mr. S!

      _____ / 5 points               Logical Order to Slides

      _____ / 5 points               Correct Spelling, Grammar, & Punctuation

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 1 – Title Slide

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 2 – Birth Information Slide

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 3 –

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 4 –

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 5 –

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 6 –

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 7 –

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 8 –

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 9 –

      _____ / 5 points               Slide 10 –

      _____ / 5 points               Graphic 1 –

      _____ / 5 points               Graphic 2 –

      _____ / 5 points               Graphic 3 –

      _____ / 5 points               Graphic 4 –
      _____ / 15 points             Overall Effort

TOTAL

 

      _____ / 100 points

GOOD LUCK!!! 

- Mr. S

PRESENTATION REVIEW FORM

Google Document Autobiography Project FALL 2014

Hello Everyone,


FIRST:  PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK AND COMPLETE THE EMAIL SURVEY (CLICK HERE)

Today you will log in to your Google Email Account and open Google Drive.  You will CREATE a new document.  This document will be a one-full-page Autobiography all about you.  I have copied and pasted my example below.  Please use the whole page to describe everything about you since you were born.  You must use proper grammar, spelling, sentences, and be prepared to SHARE it directly from Google Drive to Mr. S.  You must use no larger than a 12-font Times New Roman and single space lines.  Please leave a line between paragraphs.  I am looking forward to reading these, and you will be creating a Presentation from the content later this week.  Make sure you include LIKES, DISLIKES, where you grew up, things you did, schools and activities you participated in, and add some things people do not know about you.  Good Luck!

- Mr. S

CREATE DOCUMENT IN GOOGLE DRIVE
RENAME DOCUMENT:  (LAST NAME) AUTOBIOGRAPHY PERIOD (?)
SHARE DOCUMENT WITH hscribnercaa@gmail.com
 

EXAMPLE

AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF MR. SCRIBNER

I was born in Bloomington, Indiana.  I was raised in Indiana, Virginia, and  Missouri until I was in the Second Grade.  My family moved to Western Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.  I attended the Upper Perkiomen School District from 2^nd to 8^th Grade.  I was then transferred to St. Pius X High School in Pottstown, PA for grades 9-12.

Growing up in rural Pennsylvania had many advantages.  I was active in sports, outdoor activities, and once I was in Middle School, I was able to ride my bicycle just about anywhere.  I also had many part time jobs since the age of 12 to support myself.  I started working on farms in my area to make extra money.  I bailed hay, milked cows, and chased calves around the barn when I accidentally left the gate to their pen open.  I then spent time working for a stone mason who lived on our block.  I spent a summer lifting bricks and blocks, mixing cement and building scaffolding systems.  I learned a lot.  I also delivered papers, worked at local fast food restaurants, and did maintenance work on a local golf course throughout High School. 

My grades were horrible throughout school.  I graduated at the bottom of the class from my high school despite scoring very well on standardized tests.  I was accepted at Shippensburg University in 1986 for a summer program called Act 101.  I was also accepted to the Antonelli School of Art and Design for my photography skills.  In hindsight I probably should have gone to the Photography School.  I did not succeed in college and partied too much.  Eventually I flunked out.  It was not all bad though, I was put in the position of needing to join the Army Reserve to help pay for school, and the leadership skills, training, and discipline would ultimately make that one of the best decisions I have made in my entire life.

I went to Basic Training in 1988.  I was stationed at Fort Jackson, SC for Initial training and Fort Gordon, GA for “Commo” school.  I made some of the best friends of my life while serving my country.  I have excelled at military training and went on to be deployed twice overseas after 9/11.   I am still very interested in the firearms training, first-aid, and other classes I was required to take.  My military service also allowed me to see the world and to really have an appreciation of what being born in the USA means.  I have seen the advantages that are taken for granted by others who have not had the same vision of poverty and war.  I am thankful for those experiences as well.

I was married in 1992 to my oldest son’s mother.  I was divorced and now am re-married to the mother of my other son’s.  My sons are 20, 9, and 7 and are awesome!  I will celebrate my 14^th anniversary of my marriage to my wife this year.  We live in our home near King of Prussia, PA.  I began to try to be a teacher while at Shippensburg in 1987.  I wanted to be a history teacher, but found my way into other jobs as I needed more money to support a family.  I started in sales and customer service for various companies in the Philadelphia area in 1991.  With a new family and child to support, I took whatever job was available at the time.  I gradually, over the years, was able to turn one opportunity into another while moving from job to job every 3-4 years.  I got better at sales and more professional in my manners and appearance.  I have sold building products, health care services, engineering services, coatings and paints, and ultimately ended up as a kitchen designer and architectural sales representative.  I also went to Gwynedd Mercy College from 2004-2006 and finished my degree in Business Administration 20 years after beginning it at Shippensburg.

While on deployment in the Middle East in 2008, I was given the opportunity to take my Praxis (teacher’s) exams.  I scored very well with no preparation.  When I returned from overseas, I went back to Gwynedd and enrolled in the Teacher Certification program.  I also approached the School District of Philadelphia for a job.  I was given an Emergency Certification and allowed to teach in January of 2009.  I was at University City High School for 3 years and I worked last year at Crossroads Accelerated Academy at Elverson.  I am excited to be working with you here at Crossroads at Meade!

In addition to teaching,  I coach many sports for my sons, I play volleyball and lead worship and missions teams at my church, and I spend time with my family as much as possible.  I am also a Boy Scout Leader for my sons.  I am interested in sports, video games, and construction projects around my home.  My family and I also enjoy spending time outdoors fishing, camping, hiking, and riding bicycles. 

Foods I enjoy include anything grilled, ice cream, and spinach dip with pumpernickel bread.  I love to cook and enjoy cooking with my 9-year-old.  My goals are to complete my Masters Degree,  continue to coach and work with the Cub Scouts (BSA), improve the conditions here at Crossroads and continue to teach as much as I can.  Ultimately I might want to be a Principal or a Counselor as well.

Google Applications Introduction Day Fall 2014

Good Morning Everyone,

Today you will begin by viewing the following video:

Taylor Mali Video:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzY9jTFcLEUWRWh5a0xqaWFSNlk/edit?pli=1

After we discuss the video briefly you will open your Weebly.com website and post a Journal Entry about what you thought Taylor Mali's main point was.  What did his performance say to you?

Second, we will be learning how to use our new Google Drive to Create, Save, Store and Collaborate on documents and projects.

When instructed, please copy the following items into a newly created Google Document:

Name:
Advisory:
Computer Science Period:
City Corner Near Your Home:
Favorite Food:
Favorite Animal:
Favorite Class:
Favorite Color:
One Thing People Should Know About You:

We will be working in groups to collaborate on this document and you will share it with everyone in your row.

Tomorrow you will be writing a one-page Autobiography of yourself and by the end of the week you will be creating a basic Google Presentation and giving it in front of the class!

Good Luck!

-Mr. S

Weebly Website Setup Fall 2014

Creating Weebly Websites

Today we will focus on designing and publishing our personal-professional student web pages.  Please bear in mind that we will be using Google Images, and other Google products to help post websites and other information.  Your design of your home page is your own, but you will have specific requirements.  When you are satisfied with your design, you must PUBLISH your site and email a link to your site.  I will show you how to submit your information.  WE WILL ADD EACH ITEM TOGETHER!!

Choose your design first!!

Please make sure you have the following items on your HOME PAGE:
    1.  2-3 Paragraphs Introducing Yourself - Who are you and what interests do you have.
    2.  At least one picture that you like that does not violate school policy.
    3.  A list of 3-4 websites that you would like others to visit.
    4.  A section for current projects for grading/saving for use during class
    5.  A "CONTACT FORM" for me to return thoughts or ideas on what is posted.

When You Have Completed The Steps Above You Must Copy The Website Address (Blue Web Address) Into An Email To Me At hscribnercaa@gmail.com.  Please Include Your Name In The Subject Line.

First Journal Entry:  Please post a Journal Entry describing your "Path To Crossroads"! What school you came from, what your interests are, and where you want to go from here (high school, college, career?)

Enjoy this easy day!!

Mr. S

9/11 Rememberance and Day of Service

Today we will be reflecting and writing about our shared experience with 9/11.  Please read the following article and email your instructor (hscribnercaa@gmail.com) a short response.

Step I:
Please examine the following slide show and read the captions.  NY TIMES ARTICLE

 Visit the following websites and read the section marked "Our Story".

About 9/11 Day Website

9/11 Memorial (dot) Org

We will watch this video in class together:
9-11 National Day of Service Video

Please email me a response to the items above by answering the following questions:
  (COPY AND PASTE THESE QUESTIONS INTO THE BODY OF YOUR EMAIL PLEASE)
     1. Which slide (NY Times Article) do you like the most and why?
     2. What were you told happened on September 11th, 2001?
     3. How do you feel people should remember what happened that day?
     4.  What "Good Deed" or Service could you perform today in your neighborhood?

Spend some time really thinking about what happened on 9/11 and how we as a country can help others as a way to remember the fallen.  Include 2-3 Sentences in your email about your thoughts. Also think about ways we might be able to protect ourselves in the future.  You Are The Leaders Of Tomorrow!  What kind of world will you shape in your communities, city, and around the world?

When you have sent the email, you may finish any of the work from yesterday or work on APlus.  You may also work on any items from other classes that you might have.

- Mr. S

Learning Style Inventory / Left vs Right Brain Dominance / Student Survey Fall 2014

Step I:
Please take the following surveys that will help you to identify your learning style and whether you are left or right brain dominant:

Follow these links to Left/Right Brain and Learning Style Evaluations:

Learning Styles

Left/Right Brain 

You must record your scores on the following Google Drive Document (Click Here)

Step II:  Please complete the following FALL 2014 STUDENT SURVEY (Click Here)

Welcome to Computer Science Technology Class!

Introduction To Business Technology (Computer Science)

Welcome to Business Technology (Computer Science) Class.  This site will help you stay focused.  From here you will find most of the links and assignments you will need to be successful in our class.  I will post introductions to lessons and units, specific assignments, and temporary links to video assignments.  You should be able to make up work you miss by using this site and emailing or using twitter to send me questions.  If you have trouble accessing this site, or any additional questions, please contact me immediately.  Good Luck!!

- Mr. S

2014-2015 Classroom Rules and Course Syllabus

The information provided below is posted on a public website and students are assumed to have read, understand, and follow all protocol and rules listed.  Students will be bound by these rules and regulations upon entering Crossroads and cannot claim ignorance of the rules as a defense for poor behavior or poor preparation.  Any questions or concerns may be directed to me at hscribnercaa@gmail.com.

MR. SCRIBNER’S CLASSROOM RULES

 

1.  Students are to enter the classroom calmly and quietly and go immediately to their assigned seats.  You are to sit at a 90-degree angle to your desk with your feet on the floor and good posture (spine straight). 

 

2.  Students are to be in their seats and prepared to work at the beginning of the period.  If you are not in your seat with your materials at the beginning of the period you are tardy.   Be working on the assignment on the board/website immediately upon entering.

3.  Students are to show respect at all times and in all manners toward themselves, others, and staff.  This includes all verbal and non-verbal forms of communication including body language, facial expression and tone of voice. 

 

4.  Students are to be on task AT ALL TIMES and work to the best of their ability.  This means you are to be working on whatever assignment is given with all of your concentration.  If you are finished an assignment early, you may read or sit quietly and wait for others.  There is no talking in my class except to address the academic issue at hand. 

 

5.  There is absolutely no gum, food, drink, candy, make-up, mirrors, electronic devices or any other distraction allowed in my class.  Any of these visible will be immediately confiscated and picked up after school.  Do not even give the appearance of chewing or it will be deemed that you are doing so. Class time is for learning.   

 

6. Students are to be prepared with all papers, pens, pencils, notebooks and any other materials required for class.  Never bother me about sharpening your pencil, needing paper, throwing out trash, or any other trivial matter during class.  Class time is for learning.

 

7.  You are to raise your hand to get permission to speak.  Raising your hand does not give you permission to speak; it just lets me know you want to speak.  Do not interrupt fellow students or create and outburst in class.  Everyone's opinion or perspective is valuable to us!  Be patient and wait your turn, PLEASE!

 

8.  If you need to use the restroom you may do so but must make up the time for ten minutes after school. 

 

9.  I do not argue with students.  If you are told to move your seat or given any other direction you are to do so immediately and without complaint.  If you feel this or any other direction is unreasonable you may arrange to discuss it with me, your counselor, or arrange a parent conference on your own time.  Otherwise, follow all directions immediately and without complaining.  Class time is for learning. 

 

10.  You are to remain in your seat until dismissed by Mr. Scribner.  You are responsible to clean any trash in your area whether it is yours or not.  Keep all trash with you until the bell rings and throw it out on your way out of the classroom. 

 

11.  I do not give warnings.  THIS IS YOUR WARNING!  Any violation of these rules will be met immediately with a demerit, a 10-minute detention to be served immediately after school and/or other consequences such as copying the rules, parent conference, meeting with the principal or expulsion from school (only in extreme circumstances).  

 

12.   If you do not come to detention, you will receive a demerit and an additional detention. Consecutive missed detentions will result in further disciplinary action.  No matter what other consequence you receive, you will have to make up the 10-minute detention.  Detentions can be compounded when missed at my discretion.

WE WILL USE MERITS, DEMERITS AND SORRY CARDS TO HELP MODIFY BEHAVIOR!  PINK SLIPS WILL ALSO BE USED WHEN IT IS NECESSARY TO DOCUMENT BEHAVIOR ISSUES AS REQUIRED!

Business Technology Syllabus

Teacher:        Mr. Harvey Scribner

Location:        Crossroads Accelerated Academy (Meade)

                        Philadelphia, PA          

                        Room 216

Contact:         hscribnercaa@gmail.com

                 

Tutorial Time: On Request.

 

Conference Period: Lunch or After School as Time Permits

Course Description: Students gain knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, and assessment of computer-based knowledge and applications. The study of technology allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer their academic knowledge to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. In addition to their general academic and technical knowledge, students gain an understanding of career opportunities available in Computer Science or other technology related fields, along with the requirements to gain and maintain employment in these careers. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in transitioning to the work force and/or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies.  Leadership, Public Speaking, Patriotism, and Professional Bearing are also important supplemental topics that will be covered.  Below is a basic outline of how you will be graded (Subject To Change Without Notice):

                                                Journaling                                                                10 %                    

                                                Classroom Behavior / Peer Mentoring                      10 %

                                                Online Footprint (Weebly, Gmail, etc.)                      10 %

                                                Homework                                                              10 %

                                                Projects / Deliverables / Assessments                       60 %

                                                                                                           

                                          *(See Student Handbook for more details)

Course Outline:        

                           September                Introduction to Computing, The Internet, and Everything!!

                           October                    MS Word for the Professional

                           November                MS Excel is not so hard after all.

                           December                 Death By PowerPoint and other presentations.

                           January                     Desktop Publishing that is simple and fun!!

                           February                   I am a Marketing Genius and everyone will know it!!

                           March                       The Entrepreneurial Spirit is in me.

                           April                         Architectural Design Suits Me Fine!!

                           May and June           Look Mom, No Hands!!  Final Projects will be Due!!

                          

Applications: Included but not limited to Google Applications, IWork, ILife, Online Applications, Microsoft Office Software, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Apple Software and possibly some Microsoft Windows applications.

Classroom Information and Procedures

Respect Yourself – Respect Others AT ALL TIMES!

Be Prepared with Materials – Be on Time – Be Ready to Learn

Students are expected to have achieved a certain level of appropriate behavior immediately upon exposure to classroom rules and procedures. Expected behaviors include but are not limited to showing respect, following instructions, participating in learning, abiding by school policies and classroom procedures. Failure to demonstrate these expected behaviors daily will trigger consequences according to the classroom, school, and district discipline police.  THERE WILL BE NO WARNINGS ISSUED!

 

Beginning and Ending Class – Students should be in their seats with materials ready at the start of class.  Students should respond to the Teachers queue by listening or engaging in warm up activity (Journal). Students should respond to the Teachers queue to end class by saving files, putting up materials, turning in papers, getting the homework assignment, logging off the computer, and being ready to leave class when the bell rings. Students should use all allotted class time for learning by being engaged in listening, responding appropriately, or participating in assignments. Beginning and ending class in an efficient manner will allow for class time to be used appropriately.

 

Bathroom Breaks – Bathroom breaks should be taken during passing period. Student should get permission from the teacher and sign out before leaving the classroom for a bathroom break. If you are anywhere else other then the restroom or getting water disciplinary actions will be taken.

 

Educational Use of Equipment – Computer systems are provided for use by faculty and students for educational purposes only.  Games played on the computer for entertainment are not allowed unless specific permission is given.  Internet surfing not directly associated with classroom assignments is not allowed.  These limitations are in place to make better use of the district bandwidth and to provide a better educational learning environment for students.

 

Disks, memory drives, and CD’s – Student may bring disks, USB memory drives, and/or CD’s to school for use in computer systems with teacher approval.  Any memory device/disk IS NOT considered private and is subject to examination, search, and must be turned over to teacher upon request.  Any memory device/disk inspected and found to have inappropriate material / unauthorized material is subject to confiscation and will result in demerits and other disciplinary action.  Also, students may not download software onto district computer systems without specific permission.

 

Operating System Configuration – Adding or deleting icons to the desktop is prohibited.  Changing the background on the monitor or screen saver is prohibited.  Students should not make any changes to the configuration of the district computer systems.  NO DOWNLOADS ARE AUTHORIZED UNLESS SPECIFIC WRITTEN PERMISSION IS OBTAINED BY THE STUDENT!

 

No Cheating – Students should not share files in the attempt to cheat on assignments.  File sharing should only be done if the class assignment directs a student to do so.  Students should not print multiple copies of a file in an attempt to allow others to cheat from their original works.  Students should show integrity by not cheating or by creating an environment where others may cheat. Cheating may cause the student(s) loss of some or the entire grade.  PLAGIARISM IS CONSIDERED ACADEMIC DISHONESTY AND IS NOT PERMITTED!

 

Listening – Students should listen while the teacher is giving directions or giving information.  Students should attend to the directions and follow them the first time they are given. The student describes the importance of teamwork, leadership, integrity, honesty, work habits, and organizational skills. The student is expected to use teamwork to solve problems and questions first before asking for assistance. 

 

Appropriate Language – Student should use appropriate language when conversing with the teacher and when conversing with other students.  Slander, cursing, racial remarks, and remarks made that are demeaning to specific groups of people are inappropriate and should not be used. Students should demonstrate respect for the teacher, themselves, and for others in their speech and in their tone.

 

NO FOOD, DRINKS, GUM OR CANDY – No food or drinks are allowed in the classroom unless otherwise approved by the teacher. 

 

Absent or Makeup Work – It is the RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT to make arrangements with the teacher for work missed when absent due to illness, doctor’s appointments, field trips, school sponsored event, etc. Please see the Student Handbook for more information.

 

Assignments and Zero’s - Please see the Student Handbook regarding Zero’s. Students should attempt all work including assignments given during class time and assignments given for homework.  Assignments must be turned in on time in order for credit to be given.  Students failing to submit assignments will be subject to disciplinary action or a lower grade according to the Student Handbook.

 

Radio’s, CD Players, Games, Head Phones, Cell Phones, and other electronic devices – Headphones should not be worn during class unless directed by the teacher for a specific assignment or individual work. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE AND USE THEIR OWN HEADPHONES (EARBUDS ONLY) FOR ALL ASSIGNMENTS THAT REQUIRES HEADPHONES.  The school does not supply individual headphones for use due to the sanitary nature of personal headphone use.  The school policy on the use of cell phones will be strictly enforced. Personal music CD’s and DVD’s should not be brought to class and played in the CD/DVD ROM drives. DO NOT DOWNLOAD OR LISTEN TO ANY MUSIC FILES (MP3's) Unless specifically instructed to do so.  These devices should be kept out of sight and not be used in the classroom. Devices that are confiscated will be taken to the Principal’s office.

 

Criminal Activity – Hacking and sabotage are criminal activities covered by federal and state laws.  Damage to data, equipment, or functionality of software programs and operating systems are severe offences that may be subject to substantial fines and penalties under law. Removal of hardware, equipment, software and supplies such as CD’s or diskettes, and other properties from the classroom are considered theft.  Browsing the district network is a federal crime.  Students should not try to guess passwords to hack into teacher accounts or the accounts of others.  Students should only access areas they are authorized to use and have been given rights to access. Students should use the network for academic purposes only. Network resources should not be wasted including bandwidth and printer usage.