Excursions

"Traveling Through Technology"

Thursday, April 24th

6:00-8:00 PM

**Excursions are SUBJECT to CHANGE.**

Excursion
Description
Presenter(s)
Riding the Waves with Game Shows in the Classroom
Experience the ultimate combination of adventure and thrill as you see how teachers and students are using Game Shows in the ELA classroom to make learning exciting and fun.
Students of Ms. Force and Mrs. Winzy

Anchoring Into Math with Technology and the Guaranteed Curriculum

Discover the unparalleled experience of Math using technology as a guiding compass. Come and learn how students are using technology to fuel their understanding and development of key concepts addressed and developed in the Guaranteed Curriculum.
Students of Mrs. Geiman
Navigating through the Waters with the TI-73 and its Presenter
Live the "TI Life " as you search and navigate your way into the excitement of the Texas Instrument (TI-73) calculator and the TI-Presenter. Come discover the adventure that awaits you!
Students and Mrs. Brown
Diving Into Digital Cameras
See the world through the eyes of a child as they guide you through the sea of digital cameras. Come see how both teachers and students are using digital cameras in the classroom to make a big splash.
Students of Mrs. Shackelford
U.S.S Fun Ship Blogging
Explore the depths of the crystal clear waters of "Blogging" in the Math classroom. See how students are discovering, exploring, and making their way through learning with the use of weblogging. Be prepared when boarding to find the long lost treasures of U.S.S. Fun Ship Blogging.
Students and Mrs. Thibodeaux
Paradise Activotes: The Luau Experience
Enjoy a genuinely unique and personalized tour of the Promethean Activotes. This enriched learning tool is designed to encourage student participation and enhance learning. This excursion is a memorable experience.
Students and Ms. White
Discovering the Depths of Digital Microscopes
Take this excursion to see life under a digital microscope. You will paraglide your way through the Digital Blue QX3 Digital Microscope to experiment with creations using special effects and sound, manipulate images, and take snapshots all while viewing this on the computer.
Students of Mrs. Mellies
Set Sail with the Classroom Responders and Brain Pop
Enjoy the warm technology atmosphere on board as we set sail with Moby and the Renaissance classroom response system. Come and participate in a "live" experience as you snorkel your way through the exciting adventure of testing in a positive learning environment.
Students of Mrs. Jones
Under the Sea Adventures: School Memories
Come and enjoy a wonderful movie created to showcase our students at Carolyn Park Middle School. You will get to see the kids learning, using technology, having fun, and experiencing the wonders of education. You don't want to miss this excursion.
Patrick O'Malley
Sail Worthy Social Studies
Join in on the breathtaking tour of technology rich Social Studies in the classroom. Watch as the students amaze you with their discovery of hot topics in Social Studies with a flashy technology flare.
Students of Mrs. Damare'
Cruising the Shorelines with Promethean
Come aboard the Promethean for a cruise along the shoreline of the Activboard all while making a stop at the tropical island called the ELA interactive board. Watch as students get creative with their own learning.
Students of Mrs. Cochran and Mrs. Finn
Get on Board with Interactive Math Manipulatives
Indulge your sense of adventure and explore interactive Math manipulatives that can be used at school and at home. Come and get up close and personal as you swim your way through the endless possibilities of learning.
Students of Mrs. Franszczak
Internet Safety and MySpace
In the age of technology and the internet it is very valuable as a parent to stay up to date with the trends. Come learn about safety rules with using the internet and the importance of parental supervision when using MySpace. You will hear interesting facts that will enable you to become more of an aware parent.

Dr. Willie Ennis

Southeastern Louisiana University

The Importance of Technology in the Schools
As technology grows in our society it is very important that our children acquire the technological skills needed to become global citizens and flourish in the world. Come and gain knowledge in the importance of integrating technology into the school setting and the lifelong benefit to our youth. Our kids are the FUTURE!

Dr. Robert Hancock

Southeastern Louisiana University

Safe Surfing
Do you want to keep your kids and computers safe from the dangers that lurk? Come learn some practical and free suggestions that you can do to keep your kids and your computer safe. This excursion will help you save money and stress when it comes to safe proofing your computer system.

Frank Scroggs

Information Systems Manager at Welman Inc. (MBA)

Did You Know Video
Come see this amazing video that opens your eyes to technology and the world around us. You will get a new appreciation for technology, learning, and education.

Mrs. Davillier

Mrs. Larry

Memories to Last Forever: A Family Portrait
As you board the U.S.S. Carolyn Park make sure to stop by and take a family portrait. Each family taking a picture will receive a picture badge that will mark your time at Technology Night. Come make memories that will last a lifetime.

Student Tech Assistants

Mrs. Bogran

The Ultimate Cruise Experience
This exclusive retreat enables you to see all the technologies that are on display up close and personal. Walk around and ask students about each piece of software or hardware. Live demonstrations will be given throughout the event. Come check out our NEW mobile lab.

Student Tech Assistants

Mrs. Coronato