Accounting I and II, Digital Media, Money Matters
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS in ROOM C102
My classroom is a computer lab setting. Each student should use hand sanitizer as they enter and exit the room.
Schedule & Contact Information
GOOGLE CLASSROOM is only available to those who are enrolled.
Tutorial Times
Monday - Thursday: 7:50 - 8:10 a.m.
Please try to let me know in advance if you are coming, so that I will be in my room when you arrive. I could be elsewhere in the building, dealing with technology issues or making copies, etc.
Friday: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
I frequently work extended afternoon hours. However, if you need to work after school, please set an appointment with me.
Grading Policy
The grading policy in the Business Department places 60% weight on tests and major projects and 40% weight on daily grades. Make-up work is accepted up to one week after an absence without grade penalty. Students are expected to check for make-up assignments on my Web page in the event they are absent. Late work will only be accepted with grade penalty.
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In Digital Media we will explore various software programs included in Adobe's Creative Suite, such as Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Using Photoshop, we digitally enhance and manipulate photos, and we use Illustrator to create original vector art. We put together various print and digital layout designs in InDesign. Adobe Animate is used for creating simple animations, and Dreamweaver is what we use to create our online student portfolios. We will also prepare for and take various professional certification exams under the Adobe Certified Associate umbrella.
The use of graphics and multimedia in both print and online publications is the major emphasis in this course. One of our favorite projects for the last four years has been the prom design contest. The prom committee allows us to design the artwork for the prom posters, advertisements, tickets and t-shirts.
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In Accounting I we will explore accounting as a career and learn accounting principles used in sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. We will utilize "pencil and paper" spreadsheets, from the workbooks that accompany the textbook, as a starting point for understanding the "in's" and "out's" of accounting. Accounting students actively participate in academic UIL competition.
In Accounting II we will review skills learned in Accounting I, and take accounting to a whole new level. We will work on UIL quite extensively with these second-year students. (Since this class meets with the Accounting I students, Accounting II is somewhat self-guided and self-paced, with goals set by the teacher.)
In both Accounting I and Accounting II, we have gotten certified in Quickbooks in the past. This year I believe we will try Microsoft Excel certification instead.
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Mrs. Jordan's Classroom Rules
1. Obey all rules and policies outlined in the student handbook. Consequences will be consistent with SHISD policy.
2. The use of a cell phone in class without permission will result in a sentence to “cell jail” during this class period for the rest of the year.
3. Food is not allowed in the computer lab. Open food containers or packages in the computer lab will be thrown in the trash.
4. Be respectful to the teacher and other students at all times.
5. No personal use of computers or printers at any time, and no downloading programs or use of proxies. Use of school computer equipment may be denied.
6. Students may not play games or view any form of entertainment on the computers until all assignments are completed. Extra assignments may be given.
7. Students will be prepared each day with books and supplies, including personal protective equipment and Chromebooks (if applicable).
- Name
- Laura Jordan
- Position
- Teacher/Technology - High School