I am Mrs. Hinegardner. I've been teaching computer technology classes at Hillyard for 13 years. I am excited to see you next year!

This course is designed to introduce middle school students to the basics of computers, keyboarding skills, and potential careers. Students will develop and enhance touch skills for entering information using a keyboard to compose and produce personal, educational, and professional documents.

Business and Keyboarding for 6th graders concentrates on typing and computer applications, such as Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Some exciting projects in this class include writing a letter to your favorite celebrity requesting an autograph, and completing a spreadsheet to determine how long it will take for zombies to take over the world.

This foundation course introduces the use of relevant and emerging technologies, tools, and applications to prepare students for current workplace practices and everyday life. Students will demonstrate information processing using a variety of hardware, software and internet-based tools to produce and integrate data in various formats. This course is designed for students wishing to progress through more advanced business and information technology coursework.

Students design, establish, and operate a small group or class business, producing a service or product that meets an identified school or community need. Emphasis is placed on introducing and applying business terminology, basic entrepreneurship concepts, and fundamental business principles. Basic academic skills (mathematics, science, English, and history/social science) are integrated into this course.

Students are introduced to the essential technical and professional skills required for students to pursue a program leading to professional careers and IT certifications. Students investigate career opportunities and technologies in four major IT areas: Information Services and Support, Network Systems, Programming and Software Development, and Interactive Media. Students will evaluate the impact of IT on other career clusters. The IT Fundamentals course focuses on introducing skills related to information technology basics, internet fundamentals, network systems, computer maintenance/upgrading/troubleshooting, computer applications, programming, graphics, web page design, interactive media, and coding. Students explore ethical issues related to computers and internet technology and develop teamwork and communication skills that will enhance further education and employment.