Fall2002CSI

Spring-Summer 2008
Technology Course Offerings

To sign up for this class please call or email Lori Siriano:

PHONE #: (860) 561-6636, FAX #: (860) 561-6926 or EMAIL: Lori_Siriano@whps.org

Note: You must get the permission of your Department Head or Principal. We do not pay for subs.

Course	Location and Time	Trainer

Lotus Notes Intro May 15 June 12 July 15 July 30 August 7 August 12 August 14	Town Hall Training Room 407 (8:30 - 10:30)	IT Staff NO CEUS offered for this class
Lotus Notes is West Hartford Public Schools electronic mail choice. In order to be allowed access to our Lotus Notes email system, this mandatory 2-hour class must be completed.

Creating Websites with FrontPage 2003 – 1 day accelerated May 20th 2008 Tuesday	Town Hall Training Room 407 (9:00 - 3:30)	PC techniques
Microsoft FrontPage is the WHPS district and classroom web development software program of choice. This course covers all fundamentals for using this software in your classrooms and schools including: understanding the WHPS infrastructure for webmasters and teachers, creating web sites and adding pages; understanding screen components, Navigation, HTML, and Page views; importing files; creating and formatting tables; using the Web Wizard; organizing web structure; and previewing and publishing the web site.

Creating Websites with FrontPage 2003 – 2 day "in-depth" class June 26th & June 27th, 2008 Thurs. and Fri.	Town Hall Training Room 407 (9:00 - 3:30)	PC techniques
Microsoft FrontPage is the WHPS district and classroom web development software program of choice. This course covers all fundamentals for using this software in your classrooms and schools including: understanding the WHPS infrastructure for webmasters and teachers, creating web sites and adding pages; understanding screen components, Navigation, HTML, and Page views; importing files; creating and formatting tables; using the Web Wizard; organizing web structure; and previewing and publishing the web site.

Excel Basics July 2, 2008 Wednesday	Town Hall Training Room 407 (9:00 - 3:30)	PC techniques
Create, edit, format, save, and print spreadsheets and lists of all kinds, using menus and shortcuts. Use basic formulas, sorting, and formatting to easily discover whatever you need to know that involves numbers. Once basic knowledge is reached, examples of classroom applications for teachers and students will be demonstrated.

Using a Smartboard in your Classroom July 3, 2008 Thursday	Braeburn Elementary Library (9:00 - 12:00)	CREC
Interactive Whiteboards, when used with instructional units, can excite and reinforce even the most reticent learner. With the introduction of stimulating websites for curriculum integration, and the use of Smartboard software, classroom units will come alive for the student and the teacher!

Need to create a BLOG? July 8, 2008 Tuesday	King Philip LibraryLab (9:00 - 12:00)	Denise Jaffe
So what is a BLOG anyway? And how can I use it to make teaching easier. Using November Learning, the WHPS BLOGGING choice, participants will create and use a BLOG for their classroom use. Attendees will learn what a BLOG is for and explore and discover the many ways the

Word : Forms and Merge July 10, 2008 Thursday	Town Hall Training Room 407 (9:00 - 3:30)	PC Techniques
Participants will: become proficient in more advanced Word features such as setting up tables and modifying column formats, using word wrap, sorting information, selecting borders and shading, and aligning information. Merge topics include: designing data and forms for easy and numerous merges of parent letters, labels and more.

Using Inspiration/Kidspiration in the classroom July 17, 2008 Thursday	Braeburn Elementary Library (9:00 - 12:00)	Denise Jaffe
Get to know Kidspiration for K-4 and Inspiration for 5-12 and discover a wealth of ideas for using visual learning with your students. These visual graphic organizers teach students to visualize ideas, concepts and relationships, improve writing proficiency and plan and organize projects.

Using KidPix and KidWorks Deluxe in the PreK to Grade 2 classroom July 22, 2008 Tuesday	Duffy Elementary Library (9:00 - 12:00)	Denise Jaffe
Link literacy with technology by using KidPix or KidWorks deluxe (installed on every classroom and lab computer in the WHPS elementary schools) for topics such as farm animals, Mexico, seasons, insects, fables and fairy tales, holidays and much much more.

Excel: Intermediate July 24, 2008 Thursday	Town Hall Training Room 407 (9:00 - 3:30)	PC Techniques
The training will provide a more in-depth understanding of the Excel spreadsheet program with the focus on classroom applications. Areas to be covered include: managing toolbars, distinguishing between relative and absolute cell address references, using function wizards, working with several worksheets in 3-D, adding text boxes, protecting worksheets and cells, and splitting and freezing worksheet areas.

Using a Smartboard in your Classroom July 30, 2008 Wednesday	Bugbee Elementary Library (9:00 - 12:00)	CREC
Interactive Whiteboards, when used with instructional units, can excite and reinforce even the most reticent learner. With the introduction of stimulating websites for curriculum integration, and the use of Smartboard software, classroom units will come alive for the student and the teacher!
PowerPoint: Level 2 August 1, 2008 Friday	Town Hall Training Room 407 (9:00 - 3:30)	PC Techniques
You know how to create a PowerPoint presentation and are looking for new ways to use this Multimedia Program. Come and learn how to create an interactive presentation to use as a review, a quiz, or to reinforce or teach a curriculum concept • Create their own PowerPoint Classroom Project (or template for students) • Use technology to communicate/collaborate with students, parents and colleagues. • Understand the benefits of educational technology as it impacts student learning and instruction

Publisher Basics August 5, 2008 Tuesday	Town Hall Training Room 407 (9:00 - 3:30)	PC Techniques
This workshop will focus on using Microsoft Publisher, which is often packaged with the Microsoft Office Suite making it easily available to teachers and students. It is a powerful tool for teachers, students, and administrators. You can create well-designed newsletters, school flyers, brochures and even publish them on the web. And at the same time, provide practical lessons on elements of writing, design, and presentation. Feel free to bring your own work to incorporate in a publication. It’s fun, too, to make your own business card to hand out at Open House! As a result of attending this workshop, participants will: • Create professional-looking publications. • Master the tools and techniques that simplify the process. • Learn how to help students develop their own personal styles and reach out to an audience.