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Wells Mural Dedication Ceremony
May 11, 2010
During a special ceremony on May 6, 2010, TeraU Students Eric Brown, Nigel Glozier, Jeffery Houston, Enrique Sanchez and Marvin Williams were among nine students who were honored for their contributions to the design of a mural in the Social Room at Wells Community Academy High School. Under the leadership of muralist Cristobal Vargas, students eagerly volunteered their time and efforts after school for more than a month to produce a work of art that is sure to be appreciated by future generations of Wells students. This occasion was a momentous one, as students felt proud to make a positive contribution to a school that has given them so much.
TEC Squad Completes More Than 100 Jobs
March 15, 2010
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At the start of the current school year, the faculty, staff and students at Wells High School noticed a distinct group of TeraU students dressed in uniforms different from the rest of the student body. These elite students, who consistently give technical advice and support and repair technical equipment, make up the TEC Squad.
Members of the TEC Squad are current TeraU students who are chosen based on their academic excellence, technical expertise and exemplary behavior. These students have been trusted with the role of providing technical support for the faculty, staff and student body at Wells, and they are expected to behave responsibly and professionally at all times.
TEC Squad members have the responsibility of checking an online help desk daily to view existing problems (submitted by faculty and staff members in the school), and they are given different assignments, based on their availability and level of expertise. These technical support assignments can range from hardware and software installations to troubleshooting network issues. To date, the TEC Squad has successfully completed 128 jobs.
This opportunity is proving invaluable, as it is giving TEC Squad members the chance to gain essential work experience and put into practice what they have learned.
TeraU Student named State Scholar
January 6, 2010
Congratulations to TeraU Student Oscar Soto, who was recognized by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission for his academic excellence. Oscar has a 4.0 GPA, and he is one of three students in his school who received the prestigious acknowledgment of 2010-11 State Scholar. We are very proud of you, Oscar.
TeraU Senior Showcase
May 15, 2009
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TeraU Senior Muhammad Khan has a bright future ahead of him, thanks in part to many positive influences from the TeraU program. In addition to the business skills and college preparation that he has received in the program, he has also successfully completed several technical internships and earned IC3, A+ Essentials and A+ Remote Technician certifications.
TeraU students are expected to perform well academically, and Muhammad’s most recent GPA of 4.7 is an indication of his success. In fact, his academic standing earned him an early acceptance last December to the University of Illinois at Chicago where he will major in Computer Engineering.
The skills that Muhammad has learned and developed as part of TeraU will prove invaluable in his future ventures, and he feels fortunate to have been part of such a special program.
TeraU Students Learn About the Economy
March 27, 2009
During a recent field trip, TeraU students learned a great deal about the economy of the United States as they were introduced to the Federal Reserve System through a guided tour of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Throughout the tour, students realized the impact that the Federal Reserve System has on businesses and their lives. After the tour, students visited the Money Museum where each of them received a bag of shredded currency with an approximate value of $364.00. Some of them entertained the idea of trying to piece together the shredded currency, but soon realized the difficulty of the task.
TeraU Students Achieve High Honor Roll Status
February 26, 2009
Congratulations to the following TeraU Students who were recognized in a special ceremony this week for their High Honor Roll achievements:
- Nigel Glozier
- Muhammad Khan
- Oscar Soto
- Angela Williams
- Marvin Williams
TeraU Students Fast Forward with Technology
December 10, 2008
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Can you imagine wearing computing technology that allows you to actually feel an instant-messaged hug or ordering a pizza via email that is made by a computer? On a recent field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, TeraU students got a glimpse of future technologies as they explored the Fast Forward and Smart Home: Green + Wired exhibits. During this valuable experience, students had the opportunity to observe and interact with future technical advancements and learn about the different ways that they can implement eco-friendly technology in their lives.
TeraU Students Help Bridge the Gap
October 22, 2008
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TeraU students at Wells Community Academy High School are actively participating in an interdisciplinary twelve week after-school service learning initiative called Memory Bridge. The Chicago Memory Bridge Initiative helps students develop their social-emotional skills as they learn about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Students who take part in this program have the opportunity to build relationships with residents of long-term care facilities who have dementia. Not only do students have the opportunity to cultivate their communication skills, but they also receive exposure to work environments in health care.
TeraU Delivers Video Game Design Training
July 28, 2008
For the past month, TeraU students have been diligent in their study of Video Game Design for the Windows platform. Students completed the first in a series of training courses where they enjoyed learning many fundamental concepts of game design, including: game logic, scripting and character animation. The training course was a huge success, and students had the opportunity to design several playable games of their own.
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
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.