October 1, 2009

Holy Kadongies!!!!!! October is here, and it is quite cool. I got that out of the way. We are still working on the wireless; there is something wrong, and with my limited knowledge, I cannot discern what it is. I worked on everything from Photoshop today to Office. Some interesting problems, and I have to admit that I also had some learning moments--just love those. Like I said before, one never knows what will happen. Well, I am off to prepare for the day......flick

September 30, 2009

The wireless problem still continues, and I see it getting worse. I am not sure of the problems, but I will inform the great powers of it. Did some tech training with a science class. I also have been in contact with the science dept chair. There are some good in roads happening there, and I will bide my time. I also have been working with the social studies dept on various projects, and I like what is happening there. Someone asked me today if I like what I do. I answered in the affirmative with the following caveat, "I never know what is going to happen when I walk through those doors." That is not always true, but it is true with respect that something new will happen each day, and I learn from it. I am busy with all sorts of tasks, but the day goes sailing by with little concept of time. I have Back to School night tonight, and I dealt with teachers on many topics to ease their evenings. I will await tomorrow............flick

September 29, 2009

I am not sure if I have been around too long or not, but I am now witnessing another Microsoft OS--Windows 7. The mini conference I attended dealt with the migration to this new OS and the ramifications dealing with technology. Of course, I attended to find out about its impact on education and the possible migration here. There will be little problems with software like there was in Vista, and it sounds like it will be smoother. I am wondering some driver issues and things like that. A good session, and I walked away feeling at ease with a migration............flick

September 28, 2009

There are some problems with our wireless system. I am not sure what it is, and we are calling in the wizards to fix the problem. We will see. I know there is some frustration among teachers, but I do try hard to have workable plans to overcome the problems. It is also frustrating for me. Tomorrow I will be attending a seminar on migrating to Windows 7. I hope that it helps for the future. Not much today......

September 25, 2009

I have no idea what is up with the wireless network, but it has caused a lot of constipation (I know I chose that word) today when I am trying to have classes do things. I talked to the grand wizard of IT, and he is going to see what can be done. I am worried about next week because I know a lot of classes are going to be using it. A lot of the classes are finishing their Photostories, and I will get to view some creative geniuses. I spent a lot of time in the classrooms to day working with teachers. I am also finding great new sources to pass along to teachers and add to my wiki: http://cffflick.wikispaces.com/ . It is a sound wiki with good resources. I do need to do some recategorizing. Well, it is off to the weekend. Next week already looks busy, and I will be in a conference in Harrisburg on Tuesday. Take care...........flick

September 24, 2009

I did forget the onset of the autumn season. It is definitely my favorite time of the year (I almost used texting lang there). The leaves are starting to turn and cooler weather is embracing the evenings. Okay, I got all of that out. I finally got a chance today to catch up in my office. Oh, I did a fair amount of getting out to aid and abet (naw, not criminal activity unless one views education as such). It has been a solid day with solid results. I do love the bizarre questions about converting images into as2 files. I still do not have a definitive answer for that one. The others have all been satisfied. I have dealt with everything today from 9 to 5 to graphic properties. That is what I love about all of this--the menagerie (I know for you purists of the language that the word is animal based). Of course, my bailiwick (tribute to the asst. super) is running fairly well at his point. I will return tomorrow to end the week and almost the month...................flick

September 23, 2009

Someone once said that it is the little things that can drive one crazy so don't fret about the little things. I know this is a paraphrase so I did not add the quotes. Sometimes these little things can raise the frustration ten-fold. Today turned out to be the "little thing" day. I traveled to many destinations to solve 90% of those problems. I consider that number pretty good for a neophyte. I also am preparing for next week when i travel to the science department to immerse CFF into their curriculum. It should be interesting. I also became bogged down in an internal investigation of some students. Fun....Hey be back tomorrow........flick

September 20, 2009

Working with the sophomores on Photostory has gone well. This is just another tool that a student or teacher can use instead of the dreaded powerpoint. It is easier to use and input one's voice into the mix. I will be out tomorrow so I am trying to get things together for the absence. I am still out and about with teachers, and I already have a lot of things booked for next week. I finally am making inroads into science. I am quite patient with the teachers and look forward to working with the students. I also came across and email about an online event campus technology virtual conference on December 3. I think this would be good, and I need to check into it. Hey, be back on Wednesday..........flick

September 18, 2009

What a difference between yesterday and today. Things went smoothly, and we were able to get a lot done. I did find out that the node will definitely have to be upgraded. I am in the classrooms quite busy. I am still doing a lot of firemen work, but it is slowly getting there. In other words, things are working. I know this is as short entry, but there is little else to say. To all of my Gabonese readers..........Magha.........flick

September 17,2009

I must have made the SNAFU guardians really angry by not paying them some sort of homage because today they wreaked their havoc upon me and others. Everything from a corrupted file to a wireless node not being able to handle 28 computers. Both problems are in the process of a solution; it might take longer for one than the other. I will tell you that the hours are hurtling by according to my internal Timex. I am quite busy, and it is nice the lit coach is here to help with a lot of things. There is just a lot to do. It will be nice when everything is working well, and I can just go ahead and not have to troubleshoot when teaching. Well, I need to prepare for tomorrow.....................flick