All students must take Computer Applications IA and one other computer course to meet the graduation requirement. These classes can be taken any year, but it is a good idea to start during 9th or 10th grade. Most students enroll in Computer Applications IA & IB to ensure they receive instruction in a variety of skill areas.

Middle School Computers / Computer Applications IA

Course Description: In this required* course, students master keyboarding skills to be able to use the computer efficiently and effectively. Students also learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Office by creating projects that have real-life uses in Word 2003, Excel 2003, and Access 2003. Students learn to format documents to display information in the most effective manner. This one-semester course is offered 1st semester.

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Computer Applications IB

Course Description: Students create authentic projects in Publisher 2003, PowerPoint 2003, and Macromedia Dreamweaver. Students learn to format documents, presentations, and web pages to display information in an attractive and effective manner. Mastery of keyboarding is essential to be efficient in these programs; so keyboarding skills continue to be reinforced through drill and practice. This one-semester course is offered 2 nd semester.

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Graphic Design

Course Description: Students have the opportunity to explore how art and technology combine to create design by using the tools of Macromedia Freehand, Fireworks and Flash. Learning how graphic design is used in many occupations today will also be investigated. Students create original projects that can be used at home, school, or for a business. A portfolio of projects is collected over the semester. This one-semester course is offered 1st semester.

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Multimedia

Course Description: Students design and produce multimedia projects incorporating graphics, text, video, and audio in PowerPoint, videos, animations and web pages. Students will use a variety of tools including the digital camera, digital camcorder, scanners, and the Internet; plus graphic, video, and audio editing software such as: Adobe Premiere , Macromedia Flash, Sonic Foundry Acid Music and Sound Forge, and Movie Maker 2.0. This one-semester course is offered 1st and 2nd semester.

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Please feel free to contact Mrs. Cassinelli at ccassinelli@ssmo.org