Ms. Vittese's Classroom

"Spread the Good News" with Technology

Technology for Grades 3 - 4 - 5

We are so proud of our Technology!

We began and will end the year with the Netsmartz online safety program. This program is grade level appropriate for all students and is an extension of our Mission Statement. Throughout the curriculum, responsible behavior online, as well as all other areas of communication using technology, is expected from all students.

February gives us the opportunity to "Spread the Love... of Microsoft Excel!" We will all be "In The Red" over our newly acquired spreadsheet and graphing skills.

Fourth Grade will enjoy extra "Tech Time" in preparation for Writing RoadMap while enhancing their cultural (as well as spatial) awareness through "building communities" with Community Construction!

We are expanding our keyboarding skills through the utilization of TypingMaster software with Speedskins for all students. Microsoft Office applications and grade level educational software programs combine with classroom subject matter for cross-curricular skills development. Writing Road Map is used as an Integrated Language Arts tool at the Fourth Grade Level.

Third Grade

Students received User Ids and Passwords - allowing students to have their own "network drive" for document storage affording them the ability to access their work throughout the campus. This privilege requires a commitment to school policies as well as comprehension of responsible behavior/consequences.

Growth of skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel. Students build confidence and a strong skill base in document creation, formatting, and editing. Animation and basic spreadsheet skills are introduced.

Fourth Grade

Students further their Microsoft application skills to master document creation. They continue to advance in animation and presentation skills.

Community Construction Kit software is used to enhance spatial awareness, strengthen communication and problem solving skills through the construction of a Lenape Village. Students work in peer groups to construct their "Village" including structures and inhabitants. This long term project culminates in a presentation of their community.

Fifth Grade

Students refine their skills using Microsoft applications to complete more challenging tasks utilizing critical thinking skills. Long term projects are an important part of the fifth grade curriculum. With infor mation fro m the Social Studies curriculum: Microsoft Excel is used for calculations and to develop charting skill; data is then exported to Microsoft Word and lastly to Microsoft Powerpoint for animation and presentation. This allows students to compare applications and de te rmine whi ch is "best suited" for their needs.

A Holiday audio recording on CD, including design of case insert and disc label, a beloved keepsake was a wonderful gift for parents!