Welcome parents, students and friends of Blessed Francis Seelos Academy! My name is Miss Hayley Valyo and I am the new Computer & Technology Teacher for the 2018-2019 school year.

My philosophy on teaching computers and technology is to foster digital citizenship within my students, meet grade-appropriate learning objectives and targets, and fulfill Diocese of Pittsburgh and International Society for Technology Education (ISTE) standards. The topic of digital citizenship as a way of "thinking, being and acting online" will be a continuous conversation in my classroom throughout the year to ensure that all of my students have the tools and strategies to use technology safely, ethically and efficiently.

I will encourage students to actively participate in their education through the use of technology not only in my computer classroom, but through cross-curricular projects with other teachers throughout the year. My expectation is that my students will be tech-savvy, model digital citizens who can take what their learn into their homes and communities. Please see my "Classroom Goals and Objectives" page for more detailed information on the topics I intend to cover this year.

Best way to reach me before, during, or immediately after-school hours: If you have any questions, concerns or comments throughout the school year, please do not hesitate to contact me at hvalyo@seelosacademy.org.