St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education

First-time computer users will work in an easy format and be introduced to aspects of the computer, including components, keyboard functions, commonly used programs and their purpose, plus basic internet. By the end of this course, you'll have the knowledge to create, print, copy and paste information, save and search files and folders, and navigate the internet with ease. Please wear a mask. Enter door 1.

Are you a beginner or advanced photographer that wants to take your images to the next level? Do you want to be a photographer that not only takes pictures but creates Images? You’ll leave this class with ideas and concepts that you can put into practice right away. We'll cover some compositional basics that can improve your images and we'll discuss concepts of building your photographic vision to take your images from good to great! About the instructor: Jay Grammond is a professional photographer living in East Central Minnesota. He bought his first 35mm Camera in 1981. Over the years, he has photographed youth and professional sports, nature, landscapes and rural scenes in the Dakotas and Minnesota and has been published in several publications.

This course is designed for students who have taken Beginning PC Computers or have some past experience. Topics include using system tools and utilities, exploring the control panel, troubleshooting problems, backing up files and pictures, plus ways to keep computers safe and protected from spyware, virus and malware. Please wear a mask. Enter door 1.

Are you overwhelmed with photos, videos or digital files but want to tell your family's story? During this educational, hands on workshop, you'll learn how to use a simple photo system to organize, tag or share digital photos. Learn about cloud storage and how to save photos and videos from your phone, computer or digital files. You'll also get tips on preservation options for slides, VHS tapes, reels, kids' artwork, or photo albums from years past. Learn how easy it is to share those funny little stories and find any photo or video in seconds. Bring 5-10 photos and a device (phone, tablet or laptop). Please wear a mask. Enter door 1.

NEW! Do you feel overwhelmed with your printed and digital photos and don't know where to start? Do you have videos you haven’t seen in years but want to view and share them? At this 1:1 virtual class, you'll receive an individualized assessment of your photo situation and have time with the instructor to ask questions regarding photo organization. During the one hour virtual session, you'll learn how to use a simple photo system that's just right for you! You can put your photo plan into action as you begin to simplify, organize, tag, share or tell stories using your own digital photos. See how easy it is to find any photo in seconds, get tips about cloud storage, discuss options for digital photo estate planning and learn steps for saving photos and files from your devices. Each registered participant will receive an email from the instructor to set up a class date and time with instructions for the session (availability Monday or Tuesday May through September).