Wednesday, November 14, 2007

SIMPLE FORMULAS

In Column A, insert the number as follows:
A1 --- 2
A2 --- 5345
A3 --- 4567
A 4 --222

In Column B, insert the number as follows:
B1 --- 2
B2 --- 4321
B3 --- 3495
B4 --11

In Column C, write a formula to:
C1 --- Add A1 and B1
C2 --- Subtract A2 and B2
C3 --- Multiply A3 and B3
C4 --Divide A4 and B4

If your cell shows ####, widen the cells.

Add a footer to your page including your name, class, hour

Print it landscape version with the answers and then print it landscape with the formulas.

Save this assignment as: Simple Formulas

Thursday, November 8, 2007

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES--Poster

Today you are going to design your own poster. Remember what we talked about:

  • good use of the space/good symmetry
  • varying sizes of fonts/fonts that are easy to read from far away/only 2-3 different fonts
  • at least one eye-catching graphic that makes sense with the information
  • good use of bold/italics/underlining

You poster must include the following information:

  • The Parent/Teacher conferences are held at Shrine Catholic Academy in the library
  • They are on Nov 11th from 5-9pm and Nov 12th from 10-12pm
  • title
  • at least one graphic (you may include up to 2 more)
  • Students can attend with parents
  • No appointment needed

You will have today and Monday to finish this project. We will begin with EXCEL next week.

Wednesday, November 7, 2007

TYPING Challenges

If you finish early, or wish to challenge your typing skills at home, check out these sites!

Remember to choose the skill level that suits you so you can get the most out of the game!

GOOD LUCK :)

Monday, November 5, 2007

SURFING THE NET

Today we will devote class to an important topic: Internet Safety.Go to the following sites and read the information provided:

Activity:Your parents think you spend too much time on the internet. They do not see the internet as a valuable tool. They say you can find the information you are looking for just as well in a book. They also fear for your safety as they have read about the statistics of online predators. You must write a short letter to your parents convicing them you understand the rules and safety procautions of handling the responsiblity of being on the internet. Do not use MLA format to head your paper.

When you are finished writing your letter, make sure you have included:

  • at least 5 examples of things you learned from these two articles or from our discussion in class
  • Spell check and grammar check your letter
  • proper Friendly Letter format (click to see an example if you forgot)
  • When you are finished, save your work, print it out, and turn it into the basket.