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9.3
I'll be out today--this is your chance to impress me with your work ethic! Work hard and be sure I have a DYNAMITE sub report! IF you are finishing the Photoshop book and you have a Digital Tutors account, start Week 3, Adobe Illustrator CS5 for Photoshop Users and then 3D Texturing Overview in Photoshop CS5. Be sure you download the project files, watch the tutorial, and also DO the work. IF you don't have a Digital Tutors account yet or don't know what to do, start Week 5. You'll be using several resources that are all available on the Visual Illustration Tools course page. The NDDB books are on the round table.
Happy Friday--with a 3-day weekend!
Remember, we're out of school on Monday - enjoy. When you return, we'll have several things going on, as you can tell from the Up Next section on the right side of this page.
It's been a GREAT week! We have another certified student - congrats to Brett, he is also now certified in Photoshop and is listed on our Wall of Fame.
Interested in entering the BPA Pin Design contest? See me for examples of what has won in the past. If you elect to take on this project, you can do so on your own time, or use this opportunity to receive up to 9-hours towards a contest for this semester--limit 9 hours per semester.
9.2
YIPPEE!!! We have our first certification - congrats to Caleb for certifying in Photoshop and validating his Dynamite skills. He is now listed on our Wall of Fame. Who's next? In your /Users/Shared folders on your computers, you have a PDF file for Photoshop and one for Flash that's designed to help you prepare for these certification tests. You can also take a Brainbench test first for practice and I may have another practice test for you as well.
The Otha Grimes Scholarship application is available. Turn completed applications in to the Financial Aid Office by 4:30 p.m. on September 10.
View FT photos from SLAM week. More will be available soon!
9.1
Happy September!
We have a new Profesional Skills topic for the month - Trustworthiness. What does that mean to you? How is that an important skill for the workplace? For the classroom? Starting this month, you will need to post a blog answering these questions, due by the end of the month. Points will be awarded to your Professional Skills grade. Each month, our topic will change, and you will update your blog to reflect your thoughts on the new topic.
Have you checked your grades to be sure they are accurate and also to check out your username/password yet?
8.31
August 30 Job Flash
Our latest blood drive was our largest blood drive to date, with 76 total units donated. This blood drive was dedicated to Kaycee, who is currently undergoing treatment for Acute Myeloid Leukemia at OU Children's Hospital. Thanks to all who donated--you make a difference! The next blood drive will be November 4.
Today I'll be meeting with all new students to discuss how to read the gradesheet and progress-based instruction.
8.30
It's going to be a Dynamite week with minimal interruptions and plenty of milestones getting checked off for sure. Be sure you let me know when you reach a milestone so I can record it on your gradesheet. I have the BEST class in Tuttleville--keep up the good work!!!
It's not too late to complete an application for the Superintendent's Leadership academy. I know our 3D Class has several students who are great candidates to take advantage of this opportunity enhance their leadership skills. There's a link in the archives section with more details and/or you can also see me if you are interested and have questions.
Reminders . . .
- Have you completed your File Maintenance test with your group? The tutorials I've seen that are completed are looking pretty good.
- Have you set up accounts with and/or responded to invitations from Digital Tutors, Lynda, Behance, WordPress, etc.?
- OOPS - some of you missed out on an Extra Credit opportunity last week. Be sure to read the announcements each day and take advantage of each one.
- Drive carefully - there have been several accidents in the school parking lot. Tickets will be given for speeding and/or reckless driving.
- Don't leave the school during break or hang out in or around your cars - stay in the designated break areas.
- If you lack any forms, please get them submitted as soon as possible.
- Be sure to sign in each day and also out if you are leaving class other than break time or the end of the day.
- Do you know the procedure to follow if we have a fire? Proceed in an orderly manner out the East entrance, down the stairs, and just off the walkway near the pond on the West side of the building. Stay with our class and listen for me to call your name.
Because of your great suggestions, this weekend I revised the curriculum LAP related to 3D Animation and added a link to WordPress in the sidebar so it will be available when you are requesting Professional Enhancement points or extra credit for a course reflection. If you are currently completing 3D Animation, please be sure you download the latest course LAP and see me if you have questions. Keep those suggestions coming.
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8.27
We've finished our first full week of school and will be celebrating today with an all-school picnic at 9:15 and 1:30. AM class, let's root on our basketball team, Xavier, Will, Bill, and Kimberly.
If you attended the presentation about the Art Institute yesterday and would like professional enhancement credit for your participation, update your blog, with the subject Art Institutes presentation. Answer the following questions and either email me a link to your blog, or post a link to our Class FB page.
- Would you recommend this activity to other students?
- Why or Why not?
- Which portfolio did you like best?
- Why?
- Did you get any ideas for your portfolio you will try? What are they?
Extra Credit, anyone?
Send me an email today and answer the following questions--I want to make sure this class is a Dynamite Experience for you.
- How's it going so far? Are you learning and also enjoying the class? Is this class what you expected? If not, why not?
- Do you have any suggestions for improvements to the class? To this website? Ideas?
8.26
Today we have a guest speaker from the Art Institute in the Seminar Center at 8:30 am and 12:20 pm.
Tomorrow is our picnic! Wear your red SLAM shirt you received during the orientation and a smile and be ready for a group picture and FUN! If you are interested in playing on a 4-man/woman basketball team, let me know today.
8.25
NO activities today--it's all about the curriculum. When you get your Behance site account established, let me know so I can find you and invite you to our group. I'm loving the IShowU videos. You guys are doing a great job, so be sure you continue our mantra "don't slack, stay on track!" :-)
Blood Drive Thursday at 8:00 am - 3:00 pm in room 2130 in the Campus Cente.! Receive a t-shirt and tickets to the Oklahoma City Zoo. To participate, you must:
- Be at least 17 years old (Parental permission required for donors who are 17 years old).
- Weigh at least 110 pounds
- Eat a good meal and drink plenty of fluids before & after donating
- Get a good night's sleep before donating
- Present a photo ID showing date of birth.
I've updated the BPA page to include links to the national BPA Winners for Computer Animation. Once you are on Behance, you should be able to view our adult team's entry. Thanks to Vick for sharing!
By Friday, I'll be calculating grades and giving you a detailed explanation on Monday regarding this process. Be sure you keep me updated each time you reach a milestone. Refer to your course milestones as a resource to guide you and let me know when you have questions. Course milestones can be found under the Courses section for your course, or in the printed LAP.
8.24
Finish your IShowU/Intro to Mac videos today-can't wait to see your awesome work!!! Upload to YouTube and post a link on our Class FB page.
Orientation - Handbook session in the Seminar Center at 10:15 and 2:30 today. (Building #1) Shut down your computers and take your items with you since you will be departing from that area for the day.
If you've done ALL your forms and have not received a candy bar, see me. If you've not yet turned in your forms, do so and you'll get a candy bar! Reminder - don't eat in class :-)
For Sale: 10" Acer Aspire One netbook; 1 GB memory, Windows XP $125; 1 year old. Contact Laura if interested, 717-4102.
Blood drive on Thursday. If you are 17, a parental permission form is required - see me to get one if you are interested.
- JOBS
- Sportsman's Country Club, Servers needed; minimum wage. If interested come by the club between 2-4 Mon-Fri. , 4001 NW 39th Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, (405) 943-4419
- Job Flash (PDF File listing jobs in the area) including our school--Francis Tuttle is hiring!
8.23
Excited that we have a full week and everyone is finally landing in courses related to our profession--looking forward to a great year. When you sign in, be sure to check out all our FANTASTIC doodles hung on the window and also posted to our class FB page!
Interested in developing your leadership skills? Consider serving as our Business Professionals of America Executive Council class representative. Let me know if you are interested. Another great opportunity is to participate in the Superintendent's Leadership Academy. - Would you recommend this activity to other students?
- 8.20
Happy Friday! We've made it through the first week and orientation is almost over--Dynamite Skills are just around the corner. Everyone's almost in curriculum, and life is good.
College credit deadlines are posted. Let me know if you have questions.
Today is our Scavenger Hunt at 9:45 am and 2:00 pm--you will have time to return to class before the end of school.
8.19
Class meeting today @ 10 & 2:30 in RM 1036 - Choices/Policies & Procedures
You're doing a FANTASTIC job with your orientation requirements and paperwork. If you sent me your All About Me form yesterday via email, you should have received email invites to create accounts with Lynda and Digital Tutors.
Interested in developing your leadership skills? Consider serving as our Business Professionals of America Executive Council class representative. Another great opportunity is to participate in the Superintendent's Leadership Academy. Make a difference - Part-time, after school tutors needed for grades 3 - 5, Putnam City Schools. Great opportunity for those who are 17 or older with a HS diploma.
8.18
BRAND NEW computers are waiting and ready for you to develop dynamite skills this year--not just any ordinary computers--27" iMacs! Have you done your Doodle Artist assignment yet? If not, make that the first thing on your to do list! Next up, introduce yourself to someone you do not already know; and then it's on to orientation.
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