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Welcome to Computer Science at Plumb Hill Middle School!
Welcome to Computer Science at Plumb Hill Middle School!
My name is Mrs. Shawn Tobin and I cannot wait to teach your student computer science. We have clases in Lego robotics, coding, artificial intelligence and introduction to Python along with game development, cybersecurity and data science, and introduction to engineering principles. I am joining Region 20 from Wamogo Regional High School where I taught AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, Middle School Coding, Anatomy and Physiology, AP Chemistry, Chemistry, and Biology. I am so excited to teach you in this critical and growing field, and you can reach me using the following contact information:
Room number: 212
Extension: 6212
Friendly Reminder
Friendly Reminder
Room 212 and Mrs. Tobin are Peanut Free
Why CS
Why CS
Lego Robotics and Computer Science Explorations 6
Lego Robotics and Computer Science Explorations 6
From this course, students will be introduced to coding and robotics using Scratch and Lego robotics in block-based coding. Thanks to the Amazon Future Engineer Partnership, we will also have access to additional curricular opportunities such as Project STEM.
This class is accessible to all students and does not require any outside computer science background. The goal is to gain familiarity with solving problems in computational thinking and will encourage students’ academic risk-taking and collaborative abilities. Please ask your student what they learned and to see their projects!
Artificial Intelligence and Creative Computer Science 7
This course lets students try out two different foci of computer science - machine learning and creativity in programming. With quarter one highlighting artificial intelligence, students will employ robotics to assist in their understanding of what it takes to train a model and how AI actually works. In quarter two, students will use Micro:bits and explore creativity in block-based coding to continue learning about nuanced applications of computers, while also gaining insight into the multiple layers needed to create a computer program.
While previous experience is welcome, students will gain the experience they need in the class itself. We are again partnered with Amazon Future Engineer and have access to the Project STEM portal for this course. Please ask your student about machine learning and to peak at their programs!
CS Fundamentals - Programming in Python 8
CS Fundamentals - Programming in Python 8
We are now text-based computer scientists and can write code without blocks! This is an exciting year as we make the leap to one of the top computer programming languages used in industry and will learn to write everything from introductory programs to media applications in Python. This is the first semester in an introduction to Python programming as provided to us by the Amazon Future Engineer Partnership using Project STEM.
No experience is required before joining the course, except for a willingness to learn and resilience to overcome the debugging issues we all face! Please ask your students to see what they make as they grow throughout the semester!
Introduction to Technology - CS 7 and 8
Introduction to Technology - CS 7 and 8
This course will center on exploring the applied design process with an emphasis on planning, design, and refining the solution. Students will be asked to draft, build, analyze, and revise in various arenas such as bridge construction, robotics, robotics courses, and their own inventions.
Game Development - CS 7 and 8
This course will take what was introduced in previous years and coding experiences and expand it into other programs, languages, and engines. With an emphasis on not only how games are made and parts of the game, but also the industry and elements such as sprite design, backgrounds, and music, students will get a preview of the process that goes into creating and developing a game.
Cybersecurity and Applications in Computer Science - CS 7 and 8
Cybersecurity and Applications in Computer Science - CS 7 and 8
This course will focus on two key themes: cybersecurity and data science. The first quarter will provide students with a deeper dive into cybersecurity with an examination of the CIA Triad’s work, traditional scams, protecting user accounts and data, and how data is stored and secured. The second quarter will examine data science, Big Data, and the Internet of Things as students examine how networks are constructed and secured and how data is everywhere around them.
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