Recap of September

The first week of computer class I took pictures of each class, and the kids uploaded the pictures onto picnik.com where they could use various tools to edit the pictures. Some of the most popular editing tools that were used were the color modifiers, stickers, frames and text inlay.
Check out all of the cool stuff you can do to your photos at picnik.com!

The second week of computer class I introduced the kids to switchzoo.com. At this site the kids made their own animals by combining different kinds of animals together. They could also give their animal a name and write a short description. The kids loved this site, and they even chose to visit the site during their educational freeday! The computer lab door is covered in the student's work. Some of the students who had extra time explored the website and found some fun games such as "Feeding Time," "Sound Match" and "Build an Online Habitat."

The third week of computer class I introduced the kids to cooltext.com where they could create their own logos. The kids were amazed with the endless possibilities of font styles, text colors, background images, etc! I was impressed with all of the logos that they created! I was delighted when some of the students used Christian phrases such as "God is Love," and "The Lord is my Savior!" Many of the kids used their new logo as the background for their desktop account!

As a special activity, the fifth and sixth graders read an entry from their journals about where they'd like to visit. They used Google Earth while the rest of the students viewed the image that was projected onto a screen. Following the activity, many of the students used Google Earth to explore different locations including Disneyworld, Hawaii, Dubai (UAE) and Paullina. Google Earth is an amazing tool that we will no doubt use again and again!

In addition to using Google Earth and the three websites mentioned above, the second graders have been working extensively in MS Word. They are learning the various tools on the MS Word 2007 such as spelling check, numbering/bullets, clip art, font style/size/color/etc and save/print/open/etc. The kids recently completed a mini project on Word about their favorite things.

Looking ahead in computer class, I plan to use MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word and Windows Movie Maker to integrate subjects that the students are learning in their classrooms!

Mrs. Miller's World of Horses!

Too scared to evangalize, eh?

Our Judeo Christian Nation

"Nuff" said.

Put on the Armor of God

Growing up as a kid, I was very much sheltered from individuals who didn't believe in Christ as their Savior. I lived in a community that was a "safe zone" for Christians because we didn't have to face interference from non-believers who wanted to challenge our faith. It wasn't until I was in junior high school when I first heard the word "atheist." I learned the definition thanks to a friend who announced that she didn't believe in God. Oh boy, was I ever shell shocked! Why would anyone NOT want to believe in the loving God that resided in every one's heart? I was somewhat traumatized by this new discovery.

20 some years later I am beginning to understand the devastating struggle between believers and non-believers. As I become more versed in the many books of the Holy Bible, I realize that Christians are up against a very crafty opposition, and it is important as ever that we "put on the armor of God."

Here are some details to ponder:

1. The Devil is very much at work in this world. He persistently attempts to challenge the faith of Christians. He will not give up until the end of days.
2. The Devil is very crafty. He attempts to mislead in a very persistent and convincing way. He attempts to make people question their faith by mocking everything related to Christianity including the Bible, miracles, prayer, and God's love.
3. Christians need to "put on the armor of God" at all times to keep ourselves close to our loving Father. The "armor" is our faith, and we "wear" it by reading of the Word and practicing what the Lord has commanded of us. We use our armor to denounce the Devil's attempts.

The Internet has given the Devil a free avenue to reach more people today than ever before. Please, when you visit the Internet, remember your faith, and put on the armour of God.

The Chalk that Didn't Break

While I do not know the legitimacy of this story, it certainly does give a good example of how Christ can work through His people when they seek His guidance! Through Him, all things are made possible.

The Great Molecule

Learn about a tiny molecule in the human body called laminin that holds our bodies together:


Here in lies yet another amazing piece of evidence that Christ is a huge part of our lives!

9/11 Miracle

Read an amazing true story about how God answered a sincere prayer! Please click the following link:

An Answered Prayer

How Strong is Your Faith?

Many young adults who are brought up in the Christian Church are leaving their Christian faith behind them after leaving the home. Frank Turek tackles this issue in the following video:

As disciples of God, we are responsible for remaining strong in our faith and for spreading the Word. Think about how you can do your part. It's more important than you will ever know!