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TeraU Students Succeed with IC3

June 2, 2008

One of the primary student goals during Year 1 at TeraU is achieving IC3 Certification. To do this a student must obtain the following three certifications:

  • Computing Fundamentals Using Windows XP
  • Key Applications Using Microsoft Office
  • Living Online Using Microsoft Internet Explorer

During the 2007–2008 academic year, ten TeraU students have the distinction of accomplishing this goal, namely:

  • Eric Brown
  • Kianna Cunningham
  • Oscar Delgado
  • Miguel Diaz
  • Nigel Glozier
  • Flor Gonzalez
  • Vanyra Lopez
  • Lamar Meeks
  • Oscar Soto
  • Shawn Turnage

Certiport's Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) program, a certification covering broad-based computer and Internet literacy, has gained wide acceptance through the support of a number of credentialing authorities. IC3 is supported by CompTIA as the gateway to additional computer certifications, with certifications on desktop applications or higher-level technical skills, such as A+, being the next logical step for IC3 graduates.


IC3 has also been approved by the National Skills Standards Board to establish a recognized baseline for computer and Internet literacy. Academic support for IC3 has come through a credit recommendation from the American Council on Education (ACE), which allows IC3 certificate holders to obtain college credit from hundreds of two-year and four-year colleges that base college credit decisions on ACE credit recommendations.


TeraU Students Inducted into the National Honor Society

May 30, 2008

The scholastic achievements of TeraU students Muhammad Khan, Miguel Martinez, Asad Robinson and Tracey Terryberry were recognized during a special ceremony yesterday, as they were inducted into the William H. Wells Chapter of the National Honor Society. These students of distinction were honored for their accomplishments in areas of scholarship, leadership and service.


TeraU Student Awarded Business Internship

May 5, 2008

Congratulations to Angela Williams for being selected to participate in an internship this summer with the Chicago Summer Business Institute. More than 400 high school students applied for this internship, and Angela is among the 150 students who were chosen for this prestigious opportunity. This internship will provide her with valuable work experience and the opportunity to build relationships with prominent Chicago businesses.


TeraU Students Complete Spring Break Internships

April 2, 2008

While some high school students looked forward to sleeping late and relaxing during their Spring Break, TeraU students eagerly awaited the start of their internships. TeraU students were up early to begin their internships with Illinois Masonic Hospital physicians and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) executives.

During the FAA internships, students were exposed to different areas of business, as they attended federal meetings and learned new ways in which technology is used. Some students also had the opportunity to assist with the repair of personal computers. Illinois Masonic interns gained experience in taking patient vitals, exam room preparation and medical office management.

Students were eager to share their experiences when they returned to school, and the memories of these valuable opportunities will be with them for quite some time.


IC3 Computing Fundamentals Exam Success

January 31, 2008

Congratulations to the following TeraU students for successfully completing the IC3 Computing Fundamentals Exam:

  • Eric Brown
  • Kianna Cunningham
  • Miguel Diaz
  • Nigel Glozier
  • Flor Gonzalez
  • Hector Jaimes
  • Vanyra Lopez
  • Lamar Meeks
  • Oscar Soto
  • Jabril Showers
  • Shawn Turnage


Team TeraU Gears Up for the 2008 IC3 World Cup Competition

November 12, 2007

The 2008 IC3 (Internet Core Computing Certification) World Cup Competition is underway, and the members of Team TeraU are currently preparing to take the first of three exams to earn their certification. Members of Team TeraU are able to earn points for their team by mastering IC3 objectives and Benchmark Assessments.


There are two competitions this year, the IC3 Pathway Competition and the IC3 Exam Competition. The Pathway Competition will be used by countries that have the ability to take the Benchmark assessments in their native languages, and the Exam Competition will be used for countries that, because of language availability, will not be able to use the Benchmark assessment for scoring points.


Team TeraU has until May 9, 2008 to earn points in this competition, and they hope to surpass last year’s standings. Go Team!


TeraU Students Complete Business Internship

August 10, 2007
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Muhammad Khan, Asad Robinson and Edwin Sanchez pose with Mayor Daley after completing internships with the Chicago Summer Business Institute. After being selected from a pool of 400 applicants, they were awarded internships with Northern Trust bank, the city of Chicago and UBS bank. Their experiences were invaluable as they learned many critical elements of business that will prove useful in their future endeavors.



Hiking the Technology Trail at Maria High School

August 9, 2007

While other campers were pitching tents during the month of July, adults across the city of Chicago set up camp at Maria High School. During this Adult Technology Camp, TeraU delivered an exciting curriculum called Microsoft Unlimited Potential (MUP). The objective of the MUP curriculum is to help learners broaden their digital literacy and gain critical workforce skills. Some of the courses covered include the following:

  • Computer Fundamentals
  • The Internet and the World Wide Web
  • Productivity Programs
  • Computer Security and Privacy
  • Digital Lifestyles
The endeavor was a huge success as campers up to the age of 92 showed their unlimited potential by gearing up and diligently hiking the trail towards digital literacy. Due to the great demand for more training from the Technology Camp participants, TeraU is in the process of planning similar future opportunities with Maria High School.


TeraU Students Earn A+ Essentials Certification

June 18, 2007

During Year 2 at TeraU, a primary student goal is to achieve A+ Certification. The following students have the distinction of earning the CompTIA A+ Essentials (2006) certification during the 2006–2007 academic year:

  • Ziouck Gonzalez
  • Muhammad Khan
  • Tracey Terryberry

CompTIA A+ certification validates the knowledge and skills of entry-level computer service technicians. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification recognized by major hardware and software vendors, distributors and resellers. A+ confirms a technician's ability to perform tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking.


An A+ credential is the perfect entry into an IT career, and business owners who employ A+ certified technicians notice an increase in revenue, customer satisfaction and employee retention. In fact, A+ is part of the certification track for corporations such as Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard, Cisco and Novell. Other technology companies including CompuCom and Ricoh have made A+ certification mandatory for their service technicians.


2007 IC3 World Cup Competition

May 22, 2007

Team TeraU is currently competing in the 2007 IC3 World Cup Competition, and as of the latest standings, are in fourth place for the Americas.


In this world-wide competition, students earn points for their team through mastery of Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) objectives and assessments. The top winners in each of the competing geographic areas (Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa) will be awarded a trophy, computers, iPod shuffles, and custom t-shirts for each team player.


With a little more than three weeks left in the competition, Team TeraU is more focused than ever. Go Team!


Student Earns Perfect Score on IC3 Exam

March 18, 2007

Congratulations to Enrique Sanchez for earning a perfect score of 1000 on the IC3 Key Applications Exam.