Maplewood’s “Crouching Tiger” Podcasters!

For over 130 years, the QWERTY keyboard has ruled! From the first rickety mechanical type-writers to electronic word processors of the 80s to today’s sophisticated computers, the first Sholes and Glidden keyboard (made by E. Remington and Sons and patented by C.L. Sholes) remains the standard for users worldwide.

Many other keyboards have come and gone, most notably the Dvorak keyboard in the 1930s which expected to be the prime competition for use on typewriter keyboards.  

Though tweaked by other countries for specific symbols and adapted for special needs/handicapped, QWERTY remains the standard.

But the fact remains: it doesn’t really matter what keyboard is used…good typists will type fast, bad typists will not!

 

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Resources obtained from:

http://home.earthlink.net/~dcrehr/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QWERTY
www.ideafinder.com/history/inventions/qwerty.htm

Hel-lo, Web 2.0!  Can you handle Maplewood?  Because we’re “pouncing” on any and every event or class project we can think of or are made aware of!

Student podcasters are terrific at interviewing staff and other students, and staff have been so cooperative in giving a few minutes time to answer some questions about their event or activity.  Some staff, who have great “radio” voices, have contributed their vocal talents to our episodes and we’re grateful for this audio expertise.

• We hope you enjoy our broad(pod)cast about just what’s really happening at Maplewood.
• The Wood Shed may reside in the middle of nowhere, but we’re tech savvy and proud of it!  Watch out–this cat is crouching and ready to pounce!

Eeeeee-yaaaaaaa!!!!  Go, Tigers!

Maplewood students learn the modern Korean martial art characterized by spinning and high kicks!  Listen in to Mr. Williams’ description of this style of defense and students’ reactions to their first lesson...

The Tenets of Taekwondo

Courtesy (Ye Ui). To be thoughtful and considerate of others. Taekwondo practisers (both students and instructors) should be polite, and show consideration for others.

Integrity (Yom Chi). Integrity describes how you should interact with others. To be honest and good, earn respect and trust.

Perseverance (In Nae). This basically stands for your internal drive. Challenges allow us to improve ourselves and should therefor not be avoided.

Self control (Guk Ki). To have control of your body and mind. A Taekwondo student should practice controlling his actions and reactions.

Indomitable spirit (Baekjool Boolgool). To have courage in the face of adversity. A Taekwondo student should never be dominated by, or have his spirit broken by another. 

From:  http://www.barrel.net/ethics.php  

 

 Tae(ger) Kwon Do: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Maplewood students return to phonics….

• nrg (also pronounced ENERGY) (ĕn´ər-jē) n. 1. The ability or capacity to do work or to produce change. 2. Exertion of vigor or power

Find out more!   http://www.poweredbychoice.org/

• What is nrg?  nrg gives you the power to lead the change for more balanced nutrition and activity choices in your school and community.
• Why nrg?  nrg channels your creative energy into a positive outlet for leading healthy changes in yourself, your school, and your community. We figure if you own the message, then you’re more likely to spread it.
• Where is nrg?  nrg is for existing and new teen groups in schools and communities, or even just you on your own. Then spread the word through the things you already do - like the school newspaper, football team, math club, or 4-H.

Tune in for information about how to get signed up, get involved and get nrg!

 

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Crouching Tiger Podcasters pounce on “The Big, Bad Musical”! Come enjoy the musical while eating a delicious meal with your hands!!!

Doors open at 6:30 pm, showtime at 7:00 pm:

• Friday, November 16
• Saturday, November 17

See Mr. Zurcher for tickets, or call the school at 337-1673 for tickets.

 

 Dinner Theater enhanced: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download