Welcome to Ms. Fuentes Enrichment-Digital Media!

Course Focus:
In this class you will be studying the overall understanding of computers and to
enhance their technical skills in both basic computer functions, in the use of various
types of software, and build their typing skills. By providing technical instruction and
several practice opportunities, this course provides a strong foundation in intermediate
computer media.

Objectives:
By the end of this course you will be able to:
1. Recognize computer hardware and use of Microsoft Office and Mac operating
systems.
2.

Use various software applications on MAC, PC, iPads/tablets

3.

Creating different projects using different media outlets

Expectations:
I expect you to:

Practice the 5 Ps through our classroom rules and procedures.

Be honest at all times.
Put 100% effort into everything you do for this course.
Bring all necessary materials to class, including 3 or more sharpened
pencils.
Keep your composition books neat and organized.
Get the notes from a friend if you are absent.
Bring the book you are reading at home in your backpack everyday.
Have access to a computer and internet outside of school

Citizenship:
Each student will be an active participant in our classroom community.
Everyone is responsible for maintaining the safety of our classroom. All
students will have the chance to have their voices heard and the more
discussion we have together, the better!

Consequences:
If you are disrespectful:
1. First time= Verbal Warning
2. Second time= Take 2 Dojo Points Away and possible seat change
3. Third time= Asked to step outside for a talk or asked to stay after class
for a talk with a reflection after class, note on your record, and/or
detention.
If behavior does not improve, principal and parents will be contacted for a
parent conference and a behavior plan will be set up

Grading and Homework:

Grades will be based on individual achievement of summative and formative
assessments. Each student's grade will be determined according to the
Common Core and Content Standards.

Standard Opening Procedures:

1. Be in your seat with all of your materials out by the start of the period.
2. Hang up your backpack on the hook and begin writing your homework
in your agenda, grab your computer and complete the Do Now listed
on the weebly.
3. Be prepared to show completion of necessary homework.
4. Review and complete the schedule

Contact Information:
My Office Hours for tutoring or priority conferences will be Tuesday-Thursday
after school, however I encourage you to e-mail me at
nfuentes@laalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns or would like
to make a special appointment. I will e-mail you back as soon as I receive
the message. Come on by, there are no bug-a-boos!

Dear Parent Guardian,

My name is Ms. Fuentes and your daughter/son will be in my Digital Media class this
year. I am looking forward to an exciting year. It is my goal to provide all students with an
educationally challenging, yet fun, experience in my classroom.
Sixth grade Computer Literacy demands the best of your student. I will be teaching your
daughter/son how to improve their reading, writing, presenting and thinking skills. In
order to be successful, your daughter/son will be expected to pay attention in class, and
discuss what he/she has learned at home. There will be homework assignments often,
and if students come home without homework, they need to spend at least 20 minutes
each day reviewing notes and vocabulary in their journals, and/or using the interactive
resources I have posted on their Google Classroom.
Attached to this letter is the class syllabus for Digital Media. Please make sure both you
and your daughter/son read the syllabus, and sign the contract. I am available before or
after school to answer any questions you might have, or just to talk about your childs
progress in Digital Media.
I have high expectations of all my students, and I believe your daughter/son deserves
the best education possible. I plan to be in communication with both you, and your
daughter/son about their progress in school. You can expect that I will hold your
daughter/son accountable for the work they complete in class, and I hope to have your
support at home to make sure your daughter/son are putting forth 100% effort.
I will be available to help students individually before school and after school. In addition,
I plan to update you on your daughter/sons progress, as well as important projects,
essays, or tests coming up. Please fill out and return the family contact form included
with this letter.
To learn more about what your child will be learning, I welcome you into our Digital Media
class whenever you are available. I am also available to meet with you to address
specific questions or concerns that you have. I can be reached at (323) 352-8034 or
nfuentes@laalliance.org.
I look forward to meeting you, and to working in partnership with you and your child.
Warmest regards,
Ms. Fuentes

Queridos Padres y Guardianes;

Yo soy la maestra Ms. Fuentes de la clase de Computacin de su hijo o hija de este ao.
Estoy muy contenta de empesar un nuevo ao emocionante. Mi meta es darles una
educacion a todos los estudiantes con una experiencia educative que los rete pero al
mismo tiempo se divertidan.
Sexto grado clase de computacin exije lo mejor del estudiante. Yo le estare enseando
sobre, como mejorar lectura, escritura, presentacion. Para que su hijo o hija sea exitoso
en la clase es necesario que ponga atencion en la clase y que platique de lo que
aprendio en el hogar. Habra tarea seguido, si el estudiante llega a casa sin tarea deben
de re pasar sus notas y vocabulario de su diario o usando los recursos disponibles que yo
puse en el Google Classroom.
Junto con esta carta esta incluido el plan de studio para las clase de computaci n.
Porfavor asegurese que su hijo o hija lea el plan de estudio para las clase y firme el
contrato. Yo estoy disponible antes o despues de la escuela para responder cualquier
pregunta que tenga o para discutir el progreso de su hijo o hija en computaci nes.
Yo tengo haltas expectativas de todos mis estudiantes, y creo su hijo o hija merece la
mejor educacion posible. Planeo estar en comunicacion con usted y su hijo o hija sobre
su progreso en la escuela. Usted puede esperar que hare sus hijos responsables por el
trabajo que completen en la clase y espero tener su apoyo en el hogar para asegurarnos
que su hijo o hija ponga el 100% de esfuerzo.
Yo veo su hijo o hija como mi primera prioridad, y estare disponible para ayudar
estudiantes individualmente antes o despues de la escuela. Tambien los mantendre
informados de su progreso, projectos importantes, composiciones, o pruebas que se
hacerquen. Por favor llene la forma de contacto familiar que viene incluida con esta
carta.
Para aprender mas sobre la educacion de su hijo o hija los invito a visitar el salon de
clases de Ciencias Sociales. Tambien estoy disponible para reunirme con usted y
responder cualquier pregunta que tenga. Me puede econtrar en el (323) 352-8034 o por
email nfuentes@laalliance.org
Espero conocerlo pronto y trabajar juntos con su hijo o hija.
Calurosos Saludos
Ms. Fuentes