Fun races for conservatives to watch Nov 4, 2009
All 20% (I often wondered when I wuz goin to be a using that that funny symbol I lernt in boys computer class I seent on the TV when we was watching that genius Jerry Spranger). (I once seent it durin a Booby Gindol speech on the talkin box). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Southwest Montana Snapshots Nov 4, 2009
Library offers computer class. People are invited to learn advanced computer skills in Tuesday classes at the Butte Public Library, 226 W. Broadway. (Montana Standard, MT)
Community Calendar and Area Events Nov 1, 2009
Computer 101 is a basic how-to computer class. Instructors, Jodi Adam and Alicia Edwards indroduce: creation of email accounts, navigating the internet and services available on your computer. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Community calendar Oct 27, 2009
QUICK-START YOUR MAC SKILLS at Akaku: Maui Community Television's introductory computer class, 5 to 9 p.m. in the Media Lab, 333 Dairy Road, Kahului, Maui; $35. Register: 808-871-5554. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Library to offer computer class Oct 24, 2009
Published: Friday, October 23, 2009 9:02 AM EDT The Knox County Public Library will offer a computer basics class from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 4, 11 and 18 at the KCPL Meeting House, 521 N. Sixth St. Instruction will include an introduction to computer hardware and related equipment, discussion of basic functions and application processes, general word processing functions and Internet navigation. Kim Meeks will customize training, as much as possible, to meet interests and learning goals of... (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
New Environmental Club has passionate members, working programs, several ideas Oct 24, 2009
The computer class is making a PowerPoint presentation about our club and recycling, said Yager. Weve gone into all of the classrooms here at Warsaw to talk about recycling but with a PowerPoint we can reach those outside the school. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Senior Neighbors: Oct. 15 Oct 16, 2009
On Monday, Oct. 26, from 10-11:30 a.m., the computer class is on Organizing Files. Are you overwhelmed with organizing files on your computer. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Medfield's DeSorgher writes in from Chinese school Oct 14, 2009
I went to a computer class that had 150 kids in it,( no miss-print, 150 kids in the class) sitting around about 100 computers with one teacher giving instructions in a room that you could hear a pin drop. I didn t know what to expect, but this really has been a once in a life time experience so far and I am having the time of my life experiencing so amazing and different things and getting a huge ego with these kids. (Medfield Press, MA)
GUEST COMMENTARY: Concerned with changes at Nauset Middle School Oct 3, 2009
Sixth grade computer class instruction eliminated 13. Audio-video director eliminated 14. (Cape Codder, MA)
Benefits La Luz Oct 2, 2009
Specifically, Dale said he hopes to expand La Luz's computer class, which has almost 70 people on the waiting list, as well as the adult GED education and English language classes. "We're seeing almost 35 percent more people than were coming to us last year," Dale said, acknowledging some of that additional volume came when La Luz merged with Vineyard Workers Services this year. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Local briefs Sep 26, 2009
Arkansas Northeastern College to offer computer class. The Department of Continuing and Community Education of Arkansas Northeastern College will offer the computer class, So you want to sell on eBay, for beginners from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday at the ANC Paragould Center. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Senior Neighbors: Sept. 24 Sep 24, 2009
On Sept. 28, from 10-11:30 a.m., the computer class will review What you can do with Youtube. Chances are you have heard of the video site YouTube, but not have a good sense of the types of videos you can find using the sites. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
School gives chronically ill students a chance Sep 20, 2009
AP Photo - In this photo taken March 16, 2009, Derrick Winding, a student in DePaul University's Chronic Illness Initiative program works in his computer class in Chicago. The program allows students with chronic illnesses to take courses in the classroom or online. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
BHS marks 50 years of teaching, innovation Sep 20, 2009
Rich Gordon, who has taught at BHS for 31 years, almost laughs out loud when he recalls being asked to teach a computer class a quarter century ago. "I thought computers were a passing fancy," said the business teacher who now has 25 years of computer classes under his belt ... Few people realize what a leader in technology BHS is, he said, noting it offered the first computer class in a downstate high school. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Famous musher, cancer survivor speaks Sep 16, 2009
Pam Clark teaches the Iditarod and its challenging components every spring in her computer class at CY Middle School. The Alaskan dogsled race provides opportunities to practice research, data and computer skills. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
North Andover Senior Spirit Sep 15, 2009
Basic computer classes. Basic computer classes are held Wednesday mornings ... Beginner computer class. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Plans for new library in Donnellson move forward Sep 11, 2009
The library is offering more programs for adults, and new this year is the Silver Surfers Computer Class for seniors. The class will again be offered in October. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Teaching, patriotism highlight Rudd's spirit Sep 11, 2009
I ended up teaching world history my first year at Calhoun, but talk of the state implementing a computer class caught my attention. After being in one of the first teaching groups to get certified in technology applications she found irony in her situation. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Marblehead Council on Aging: 40, and still growing Sep 10, 2009
Running her finger down a COA monthly calendar from 1984, Roberts points to the only activity listed for a Friday morning, a computer class. Look at that only one class. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Around Oconee: Computer-savvy seniors Aug 26, 2009
The Oconee County Senior Center is offering a free computer class on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Oconee Veterans Park center for county seniors age 60 and older. The class is individualized according to the student's needs and existing computer knowledge. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Beanery Bunch keeps talk lively Aug 22, 2009
In the mid-1990s, several people who were attending a computer class also started showing up. Now, at 10 a.m. almost every Thursday, about a dozen or so retired guys corral a few tables at the downtown Beanery and chat. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Accused hacker lived large in Miami Aug 21, 2009
Gonzalez never took a computer class in high school, Palomino said. The boy also didn't go to college. (AZCentral -- News)
School uniforms: The look of change in ’09 Aug 17, 2009
com Jamal Moore(center) asks a question in computer class while wearing a school uniform at Simonton Elementary. When the new school year started last week, students at Gwinnett County's Simonton Elementary had a new look -- a uniform look. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Small actions bring individual fulfillment Aug 13, 2009
Bob Viera, of Rochester, has done just that by signing up for a three-week long computer class at the New Bedford Career Center. Laid off in December, the former shipping supervisor decided a few weeks ago to tune his computers skills. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
No genius left behind? Reno academy caters to smart students Aug 5, 2009
In another classroom across campus, instructor Michael Leverington orchestrated a computer class that had students acting out complicated problem-solving exercises. Then, this summary: "Let's do some metacognizing here.". (USA Today -- News)
Community News Aug 2, 2009
Library to host computer classes. The Mesquite North Branch Library will offer a Microsoft Word computer class on Sept. 15 from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. A computer class on how to access a free e-mail account will be offered on Sept. 29 from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m.. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Library's 50th anniversary time to highlight services Aug 1, 2009
Attended a computer class ... "Many of those new services, such as online access to the library catalog and patron accounts, computer classes and services at the three branches in Fulton, Columbia and Ashland and the availability of digital and audio books are directly attributed to changes in information technology since the Callaway County, Columbia and Southern Boone County public libraries joined forces in July 1959."The biggest change is probably just the depth of the different kinds of... (Fulton Sun, MO)
Brenham ISD trying to curb dropout rate Jul 22, 2009
The board said it will decide next month whether to keep high school health and a junior high school computer class as local requirements, even though the state took them off of the state-required course list. Share this Article. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Woman started career in 1954 ... and still loves it 55 years later Jul 19, 2009
Asked about her plans after retirement, Souza said she may get a pet or take a computer class. Maybe she ll find a boyfriend on the Internet, she said with a laugh. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Most state libraries offer wireless Internet services Jul 17, 2009
He also visited a computer class for adults learning new skills to improve their employment opportunities ... The La Crosse computer class is among several activities the Winding Rivers Library System coordinates with the Wisconsin Job Center for the seven counties in the system s service area. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Potpourri options for summer classes Jul 3, 2009
There is definitely still time for any computer class you want to take, such as (medical) transcription, which is an online program. In addition to personal development, Teche Area residents also can sign up for the popular healthier living classes, such as Tai Chi, Pilates and the aerobic-fitness program Zumba, a relatively recent addition to the usual pantheon of fitness programs. (New Iberia, LA)
Crumley receives Carroll Award: Vision-impaired worker honored for achievement in workforce Jul 3, 2009
In 2001, he took a basic computer class, and then two years later returned to take another computer class that was geared specifically for office software. When he was looking for work, his training from the Carroll School proved of value when he learned of an opening at the Secretary of State s Office. (Malden Observer, MA)
Your say Have you been affected by NetBank's woes? Jul 1, 2009
When I was in computer class my teacher explained that IT systems will always require a backup - they dont replace traditional systems - they augment them. The problem with Australian business is that they missed this crucial philosophy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
State, local budget cuts slash adult education Jul 1, 2009
In Castro Valley, where 4,800 students attended classes last year, most are part-timers who take a computer class or a class to learn a specific skill set, Green said. "The loss of classes like these means there is a large portion of our population that will go underserved and suffer from a lack of job skills, socialization skills and the ability to understand the language," he said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Senior Spirit Jun 30, 2009
Basic computer classes. Basic computer classes are held Wednesday mornings ... Beginner computer class Beginner computer classes will be held every four weeks. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Bridgewater Senior Center Director Loves Her New Job Jun 24, 2009
We are planning many fund-raising opportunities and researching grant opportunities for a town of our size," Marilyn said.The Senior Center Computer Club is thriving. The center was able to purchase three brand new computers and holds weekly classes.After learning that 50 percent of the seniors taking the computer class had no computer at home, Computer Club members Jerry Ronan, Jim Evans and Art Azevedo, sent a letter out asking residents to consider donating unused computers.The response was... (Voices, CT)
Teen overcomes odd after car accident Jun 21, 2009
"Shortly after the accident, Hefti and hospital social worker Chris McGraw held an inservice with Aquinas students to dispel rumors and educate them about Ian's injuries. When Ian returned to school in the fall, he wanted to convince people he was not mentally slow.Ian is repeating his sophomore year and has taken a geometry, English and a computer class this past semester, attending school half-days. He hopes to go full days next semester and finish his sophomore year.Stanke said she was led to... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Cashback crisis Jun 19, 2009
Across the hall from the director's office, Maclovio Arellano is attending a basic computer class. He would like to move beyond his part-time job in housekeeping, at a hotel. (BBC News -- Business)
Students bridge towns and technology Jun 16, 2009
She sat with her students in a recent computer class before the school year ended, talking about the work that goes on behind the computer lab scenes. The students are assigned specific sports and activities to follow throughout the year. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Mercer library to offer Jun 4, 2009
computer classes online. The Mercer County Library System is pleased to announce that the Library System has been awarded a grant to participate in a pilot program that offers online computer classes and tutorials on library services ... org and in the computer class calendar available at each branch. (NJ.com -- Times)
Helping Hands: Holliston students take part in service day Jun 4, 2009
At the senior center, a group cleaned the grounds and helped teach a computer class. At the fire station, while students didn't get a chance to work on the fire engines - lessening the jealousy of their peers - they washed several department pickups and SUVs. (Holliston Tab, MA)
An Appalachian adventure requiring . . . an autoharp? May 31, 2009
Sure, I could have enrolled in a computer class or something beneficial to my job skills (not a bad idea for someone who works at a newspaper), but the more plugged-in our culture becomes, the more I feel myself pulling away from it lately. I'll gladly take analog over digital these days. (Boston Globe)
COMMUNITY and AREA EVENTS May 31, 2009
The Corporate College at Polk State College is offering a seven-hour Windows XP computer classes at PSC s JD Alexander Center in Lake Wales from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The fee is $159 ... Free computer classes every Monday and Tuesday at B Street Community Center, 230 B Street, Lake Wales from 4 to 6 p.m. Call Marilyn McKnight at 679-8091 for more information ... Free computer classes every Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Mary Campbell Center Highland Par. (Lake Wales News, FL)
* Health officials confirm 10th case of swine flu May 29, 2009
He attended a computer class with 29 other people on Sunday and then on Monday developed flu-like symptoms, including a fever and fatigue, Shih said. Tests on Monday confirmed that he had swine flu, Shih said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
New computer classes at Harwich COA May 27, 2009
Harwich Council on Aging director Barbara-Anne Foley unveiled two new computer classes for seniors ... All classes are held in the Computer Class Room of the Harwich COA. Loading commenting interface. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
3,400 die in vicious Thai Muslim insurgency May 25, 2009
He and his brother were riddled with bullets and their bodies set afire as they motorcycled to a computer class. A vicious Muslim insurgency in Thailand's deep south has spared few. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
School #4 Kids Receive Free PCs May 23, 2009
All the students participated in the "Quad A for Kids" after-school computer class. "They've been developing their skills with software, researching on the Internet, and I think it would help a lot for them to use those skills at home as well," said Ted Bevins, Quad A for Kids. (R News)
Hatfields third period puts up talent show May 16, 2009
The enthusiastic class looks forward to helping future students have a better facility, but what will next year's 'third period computer class' bring. I don't know, said Jaramillo. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
A hurricane could not stop this Western graduate May 15, 2009
He also created a free basic computer class for his local neighborhood center and became a member of a student advisory panel for his program. He said the transition back to college was a challenge. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
COA News, April 30 edition May 1, 2009
New Computer Classes The new Beginner s Computer Class will start on Monday, May 4, 9 a.m. and run for six weeks ... The new Intermediate Computer Class will start on Monday, May 4, 10:30 a.m. and run for six weeks. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
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We met after school, or during computer class, whenever we could, Thomassie said. We broke into teams, with each team working toward their strengths. (New Iberia, LA)
Albright: I'd offer free coffee for grandparents with grandkids (3) Apr 12, 2009
I communicated telepathically: What the heck are we doing here on a Thursday afternoon when we could be at a computer class or at home writing our memoirs. I do know how I got there. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
At 50, Sierra Vista library remains 'vital' Apr 11, 2009
At the library you can print your resume, get online tutoring, take a computer class and learn how to fix your car, she said. And the free Internet access is especially important, as job listings and applications are more often found online. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Survey suggests schools need change Apr 1, 2009
patriot wrote on Mar 31, 2009 12:11 PM:" well for starters, they need to quit teaching these kids to quit depending on these stupid computers. i happen to work with a bunch of high school kids, and they can't do simple math, spell simple words, and can't figure out anything with out their laptop. that is complete b***sh**. computers have their place, and are a good thing, but kids shouldn't have their education revolve around it. there should be a computer class, and that is where the computer... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
New from the Dover Council on Aging (April 2) Apr 1, 2009
Joan Stapleton runs a computer class Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please call the COA so we can have Joan schedule a time for you. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Students make podcasts for language instruction Mar 25, 2009
White is a student in Terri Roemer s business computer class, where high schoolers record audio lessons for first-graders learning basic Japanese and Spanish. Roemer s students began making the recordings to learn about podcasts Web-based audio or video downloads. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Library provides employment Mar 20, 2009
Williams also offers a free computer class ... "And each has four to five classes - depending on the group." Williams has been teaching the computer class for the past several years. (Nevada Journal, IA)
Around Oconee: Donation deadline nears Mar 11, 2009
The Oconee County Library is offering a free beginners' how-to computer class on genealogy research through the Internet, to be held at 2 p.m. March 21 ... The center will hold computer classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, yoga classes Monday through Thursday, tai chi on Thursdays, scrapbooking on Wednesdays and knitting on Mondays. (Athens Banner-Herald)
What's Happening Mar 5, 2009
Computer Class: Introduction to the Internet - 7-8:30 p.m.; call to register. Lecture: "The Globalization of Dance in Lithuania-the Post-Soviet Era" - 3:30 p.m., New Dance Theatre, Dance Building, Sanford Drive; Jurate Terleckaite, freelance arts journalist and former professional dancer, will be the guest speaker; (706) 542-3966 or jdingus@uga. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Talking Machines Feb 25, 2009
After hurting his back after working as a landscaper for 20 years, the 50-year-old decided to take a beginning computer class at Bridgerland Applied Technology College. Later, during a USU class, Kadlec created his initial voice-activated computer program for a school project. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Q & A: Lanoue on goals, what he's learned Feb 22, 2009
Philip Lanoue watches Coile Middle School students in a computer class during a recent tour of the Clarke County School district before he was hired as the next superintendent. Lanoue said he plans to help establish a ;clear vision; with the school board concerning roles and goals for the school district. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Needham Senior Notes (Feb. 12) Feb 11, 2009
Computer class how to use e-mail. In this hands-on, three-session class, a Senior Center volunteer, Philip Messing, will instruct you how to utilize the capabilities of electronic mail. (Needham Tab, MA)
