Current Assignments
| Assigned | Cutoff | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2026 | May 13, 2026 | Journal: Are You Training AI Without Knowing It? | Daily |
| May 11, 2026 | May 15, 2026 | Journal: A Year of Growth | Daily |
| May 18, 2026 | May 20, 2026 | Last Journal of the Year: Missing Person Description | Daily |
P4B Assignments
| Assigned | Cutoff | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 | April 20, 2026 | Journal: Technology and the Artemis II Moon Mission | Daily |
| April 20, 2026 | April 28, 2026 | Journal: AI, Music, and Influence | Daily |
| April 27, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | Journal: Technology & Society | Daily |
P4A Assignments
| Assigned | Cutoff | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 23, 2026 | April 23, 2026 | Journal: Bracket Challenge | Daily |
| March 30, 2026 | April 23, 2026 | Journal: Sports Data Models & Calculating Unknowns | Daily |
| April 9, 2026 | April 23, 2026 | Journal: The Overprotective Terraformer | Daily |
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[!IMPORTANT] Please reference the Late Work Policy for more information on cutoff dates. Assignments will not be accepted after the cutoff date.
If you complete any missing work, you must email me at dwhitby@judsonisd.org to let me know. If you do not email me, I will not know you’ve made up work and your make-up work will not be graded.
May 18, 2026
Agenda
1. Last Journal of the Year: Missing Person Description
There is a social media trend where people jokingly ask:
“How would you describe me to the cops if I went missing?”
For your final journal entry, choose one person from school:
- A teacher or staff member
OR - A classmate or peer
Then write how you would describe that person to the police if they went missing.
Your description should be detailed enough that someone could recognize the person, but it must stay respectful and school appropriate.
Requirements
Include:
- What they look like or how they usually dress
- Their personality or usual behavior
- Something they often say, do, or are known for
- Where they would probably be found
- One funny or memorable detail that makes them recognizable
Important Rules
- Do not include private personal information.
- Do not be mean, insulting, or inappropriate.
- Do not make fun of someone’s body, disability, race, culture, gender, or personal life.
- Keep it funny, accurate, and respectful.
- If you cannot write about someone respectfully, choose someone else.
Sentence Starter
If I had to describe __________ to the cops, I would say they are the kind of person who…
Minimum Length
Write one paragraph with 5–7 complete sentences.
May 11, 2026
Journal: A Year of Growth
As we’re reaching the last few weeks of the 2025-2026 school year, let’s take a moment to reflect. Everyone changes and grows over time. Think about this school year and identify one area where you believe you developed, improved, or matured as a person. This could relate to, such as:
- Responsibility
- Communication
- Confidence
- Friendships
- Time management
- Leadership
- Handling stress
- School/work habits
- Emotional maturity
- Decision making
- Independence
Write 5-7 sentences explaining:
- What area you grew in
- What caused or helped that growth
- An example that shows the change
- How you are different now compared to the beginning of the year
May 6, 2026
Agenda
1. AI Policy
If you used AI for any of your journal entries and you do not want your grade changed to a 0, read the AI Usage Policy, and follow the instructions for tagging your journal entries. If you fail to follow these instructions, all entries that were generated by AI will be updated to a zero (0) in the gradebook.
#S## 2. Journal: Are You Training AI Without Knowing It?
[!IMPORTANT] If you use AI to complete this journal, you will receive a zero, and you will not be allowed to resubmit.
When you click images like “Select all the traffic lights” or check “I am not a robot,” you might think you’re just proving you’re human. But systems like reCAPTCHA have also been used to help train artificial intelligence by collecting human responses and behavior. That means everyday users—without realizing it—can contribute to how AI systems learn.
Prompt
Are you personally helping train AI systems through the apps and tools you use? Give examples from your own life (ChatGPT, TikTok, Instagram, Google searches, reCAPTCHA, etc.). What actions might be feeding data into AI systems?
Write a journal entry (5–7 sentences) using Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (C.E.R.) that explains how your actions could be used to improve AI. Consider the following:
- When you like, scroll, search, or click—what data are you giving?
- Are you just a user, or also part of the training process, and how might companies use it?
- Does this change how you think about using these platforms?
April 27, 2026
Journal: Technology & Society
This week, technology played a role in almost everything—from sports (like the NBA Playoffs and NFL Draft) to music, social media, and everyday life. Think about something YOU paid attention to this week. How did technology influence it?
Requirements:
- Write 5–7 sentences
- Use C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning)
- You may choose any topic (sports, music, gaming, school, social media, etc.)
April 20, 2026
Journal: AI, Music, and Influence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now being used to create music, videos, and social media content. Some AI-generated songs are becoming popular, while AI is also being used to create memes and videos that influence how people think about real-world events.
In your opinion, how does AI change the way people experience and trust content like music and media? Write 5 to 7 sentences considering the following:
- Does it matter if music or content is made by a human or AI?
- Can AI content influence people the same way human-created content can?
- Should there be limits on how AI is used in music or media?
Write your response using C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning):
- Claim: State your opinion clearly.
- Evidence: Use examples from AI music, social media, or current events.
- Reasoning: Explain why your evidence supports your claim.
April 13, 2026
Agenda
Journal Entry: Technology and the Artemis II Moon Mission
“NASA’s Artemis II mission successfully concluded in April 2026, marking the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years. The 10-day mission saw four astronauts (Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen) fly around the Moon and return safely to Earth, setting a new record for human spaceflight distance.” - PBS
While the mission was successful, it also revealed real challenges engineers still face in space travel. During the mission:
- Astronauts experienced issues with onboard systems, including parts of the toilet (waste management system).
- There was a planned communication blackout when the spacecraft passed behind the Moon, where signals could not reach Earth.
This shows that even advanced technology can have limitations, especially in extreme environments like space.
Prompt:
Do you think modern space technology is reliable enough for long missions like extended stays on the Moon or traveling to Mars? Describe at least 2 technologies used in the mission and 1 real challenge or issue that occurred. Explain:
- How the technology helped the mission succeed
- Why the challenges that occurred are important for improving future missions
Your response must be 5–7 complete sentences and include Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (C.E.R.).
April 9, 2026
Agenda
Journal Prompt: The Overprotective Terraformer
A fleet of advanced AI robots has spent fifty years preparing a new planet for human life. When the human colonists finally arrive, the central AI decides that humans are too reckless to survive the environment.
To “protect” them, the AI locks all humans inside the ship and refuses to let them leave.
Your challenge:
How can humans convince the AI to let them out?
Paragraph 1 (Claim + Plan)
Explain your strategy for convincing the AI.
- What argument would you make?
- What evidence or reasoning would the AI understand?
- Would you appeal to logic, data, emotions, or something else?
Paragraph 2 (Evidence + Reasoning)
Support your plan with details.
- How would your plan actually work step-by-step?
- What risks does the AI see, and how would you address them?
- Why would your solution be successful?
March 30, 2026
Agenda
Journal Entry - Sports Data Models & Calculating Unknowns
March Madness is known for unexpected upsets—when a lower-seeded team beats a higher-seeded team.
- Think about one upset from this year’s tournament (or one that surprised you).
- Why do you think that upset happened?
Now think deeper:
- What factors do you think are hard for computers to predict? (Examples: pressure, injuries, momentum, team chemistry)
- Even with data like rankings and stats, why can predictions still be wrong?
Finally, connect to computer science:
- If you were building a program to predict games, what would it struggle to account for?
- How could you improve your program to handle uncertainty?
Response Requirements (C.E.R.)
- Claim – Why do upsets happen?
- Evidence – Use a real game or example
- Reasoning – Explain the limits of data and prediction
👉 5–7 sentences minimum
March 23, 2026
Agenda
Journal Entry - Bracket Challenge
The odds of picking a perfect March Madness bracket are extremely low, yet many people still try to predict game outcomes. Think about your own bracket and the results from the first weekend of the tournament.
Respond to the following:
- How did you choose your bracket (data, opinions, guessing, etc.), and how is it performing so far
- What results from the first weekend surprised you, and why?
- How might using data (such as team stats, rankings, or net ratings) improve predictions?
- How could a computer program use this type of data to make better predictions than a person guessing?
- What types of programming or technology jobs might involve working with sports data like this?
March 2, 2026
Agenda
Journal Entry - San Antonio Tech Jobs
Objective: Research real tech jobs in San Antonio and identify the education, skills, and experience needed for those careers.
Part A — Pick 2 Jobs
Choose two different tech jobs from two different companies located in San Antonio.
You may use these examples or find your own:
- Software Engineer (USAA)
- Cybersecurity Analyst / Cyber Business Analyst (Booz Allen Hamilton)
- Cloud / Site Reliability Engineer (Rackspace)
- Data or Digital Analyst (H-E-B Digital)
Part B — Job Requirements (Bulleted Lists)
For EACH job, find a job posting and list the following:
Job #1
- Company:
- Job Title:
- Education Required:
- Experience Required:
- Skills / Tools / Languages:
- Certifications (if any):
- What the job does (1–2 sentences):
Job #2
- Company:
- Job Title:
- Education Required:
- Experience Required:
- Skills / Tools / Languages:
- Certifications (if any):
- What the job does (1–2 sentences):
Part C — C.E.R. Paragraph (5–8 sentences)
Write one paragraph using C.E.R.
- Claim: Which job would you prefer and why?
- Evidence: Use at least two facts from the job requirements (education, skills, certifications, or experience).
- Reasoning: Explain how those requirements connect to you (your interests, classes, or future goals).
February 23, 2026
Agenda
Journal: Technology at the 2026 Winter Olympics
The 2026 Winter Olympics, held in Italy from February 6–22, 2026, used advanced technology to improve fairness, safety, and athletic performance. Examples include high-speed timing systems, motion tracking, instant replay, wearable sensors, and data-driven equipment design.
Prompt (C.E.R. Required)
Choose one technology that was used during the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Respond using C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning):
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Claim:
Which technology had the biggest impact on the Olympics (fairness, safety, or performance)? -
Evidence:
Describe how this technology was used in a specific winter sport (skiing, snowboarding, skating, hockey, etc.). -
Reasoning:
Explain why this technology improved the sport or describe a concern it may have created.
Sentence Starters (Optional)
- I believe the most important technology used in the 2026 Winter Olympics was…
- This technology was used when athletes…
- This affected the competition because…
Extension (Optional)
Should there be limits on how much technology athletes are allowed to use in Olympic competition? Why or why not?
February 10, 2026
Agenda
Student Created Journal Entry: Let’s Talk Football!
Three questions we should ask everyone to answer
- Do you enjoy football? Why or why not?
- Did you watch Super Bowl LX?
- If you watched, what was your opinion?
February 2, 2026
Agenda
Journal Entry: Professional Behavior in Shared Spaces
Schools and workplaces are shared environments. This means our personal habits, behaviors, and choices can affect the comfort, focus, and well-being of others.
In today’s journal, reflect on what it means to behave professionally in shared spaces such as classrooms, offices, or work sites.
Respond in complete sentences and address the questions below.
Questions
- Why is personal hygiene and self-care important in shared environments?
- How can things like loud conversations, strong smells, or distracting behavior affect others’ ability to focus or feel comfortable?
- What are some reasonable expectations for professional behavior in shared spaces?
Examples: hygiene, respectful language, appropriate volume, personal space, emotional self-control, awareness of surroundings. - Why is self-regulation (controlling your voice, reactions, and behavior) an important skill for school and future workplaces?
- What is one habit—related to hygiene, communication, or behavior—you can improve to be more respectful of shared spaces?
Expectations
- Write in complete sentences.
- Be thoughtful and honest.
- Keep responses respectful and appropriate.
Optional Sentence Starters
- “In a shared space, people should be mindful of…”
- “Professional behavior matters because…”
- “Self-regulation is important because…”
- “One habit I can work on is…”
January 29, 2026
Agenda
1. Journal: Testing Reflection
Write a short paragraph answering the questions that apply to you. Be honest and thoughtful. This is just a reflection.
For Students Who Tested (MAP or TSI):
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Which test did you take this week (MAP or TSI)?
- How do you feel about your performance?
- What went well?
- What felt challenging?
- Do you think test prep (practice, review, or strategies) would help you do better next time? Why or why not?
For Seniors:
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Have you already taken the ACT or SAT?
- Did you achieve the score you were aiming for?
- Yes: What helped you be successful?
- No: What do you think you could do to improve your score?
- Would test prep, practice, or support be helpful for you? Explain.
Sample Sentence Starters:
- “The test I took was __, and I feel __ about my performance because…”
- “One thing I did well was…, but I struggled with…”
- “I think test prep would / would not help me because…”
- “I have / have not reached my goal score, and my next step is…”
January 23, 2026
Announcement
Are you interested in volunteering to speak with 8th graders about our Computer Science Program here at Wagner!? Sign up to join us for our CTE Showcase using this link.
The event will be Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 6pm. We’ll meet here in my room. You can also earn volunteer hours.
Agenda
1. Unity Essentials Project Submission
Please use this link to submit your Unity Essentials Project.
2. Journal
- Complete your journal entry for this week if you have not completed it yet.
- The journal entry was assigned Monday, January 20, 2026.
3. Missing Work
If you complete any missing work, you must email me at dwhitby@judsonisd.org to let me know. If you do not email me, I will not know you’ve made up work and your make-up work will not be graded.
January 20, 2026
Agenda
1. Journal: Technology & Justice
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. believed that fairness and justice require people to take action—not just talk. Today, technology plays a major role in how people learn, communicate, and speak up.
In your journal, use C.E.R. to:
- Describe at least one way technology can help create a more fair and just society
- Explain why that use of technology matters
Write 5-7 complete sentences.
C.E.R
- Claim: One way technology can promote fairness or justice
- Evidence: A real or realistic example (school, community, online, or global)
- Reasoning: How this use of technology helps people be treated more fairly
Sentence Starters
- One way technology can help create fairness is…
- This matters because…
- An example of this could be…
January 14, 2026
Agenda
1. Unity Essentials Project Rubric
I’ve uploaded the rubric for your 3-week project: Unity Essentials Project Rubric. If you follow the Unity Essentials tutorials, you will cover all categories of the rubric. If you choose an independent project, please reference this rubric to make sure your game covers all of the expected skills.
Your project is due January 23, 2026.
2. Journal
- Complete your journal entry for this week if you have not completed it yet.
- The journal entry was assigned Monday, January 12, 2026.
3. Essay - Exam Grade
- Complete the Classroom Responsibility Essay assigned on January 9, 2026 if you have not yet done so.
- This assignment is a test grade.
- I will not accept any late essays after Friday, January 16, 2026.
January 13, 2026
Agenda
1. Unity Essentials Project Rubric
I’ve uploaded the rubric for your 3-week project: Unity Essentials Project Rubric. If you follow the Unity Essentials tutorials, you will cover all categories of the rubric. If you choose an independent project, please reference this rubric to make sure your game covers all of the expected skills.
Your project is due January 23, 2026.
2. Journal
- Complete your journal entry for this week if you have not completed it yet.
- The journal entry was assigned Monday, January 12, 2026.
3. Essay - Exam Grade
- Complete the Classroom Responsibility Essay assigned on January 9, 2026 if you have not yet done so.
- This assignment is a test grade.
- I will not accept any late essays after Friday, January 16, 2026.
January 12, 2026
Agenda
1. Unity Essentials Project Rubric
I’ve uploaded the rubric for your 3-week project: Unity Essentials Project Rubric. If you follow the Unity Essentials tutorials, you will cover all categories of the rubric. If you choose an independent project, please reference this rubric to make sure your game covers all of the expected skills.
Your project is due January 23, 2026.
2. Journal Entry: Developing Safe Spaces Online
In the early days of online gaming, many spaces were not designed to support everyone equally. Some players—especially neurodivergent players—experienced bullying, harassment, or exclusion simply for being different.
One example is Autcraft. Autcraft was created as a private Minecraft server specifically designed to be a safe, moderated, and welcoming online space for autistic children and their families. It uses clear rules, active moderation, and a strong community culture to protect players and help them feel comfortable being themselves online.
Prompt
Why was Autcraft created, and what problem was it solving?
Explain why safe spaces are needed on the internet, especially in online games and social platforms. Then explain why developers have a responsibility to design and protect these spaces, instead of leaving safety up to users alone.
In your response, consider:
- What kinds of harm can happen in unmoderated online spaces?
- How Autcraft’s design choices help protect its community
- How developers’ choices (rules, moderation tools, reporting systems) affect user experience
- What could happen if developers ignore safety and inclusion
- Do you know of any other examples of safe, inclusive online spaces?
Write 5–7 complete sentences.
January 9, 2026
Agenda
1. Classroom Responsibility Essay
[!IMPORTANT] This is a TEST grade
Directions:
You will write a handwritten essay on paper using the C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) format. This assignment must be turned in on paper. Write your full name and class period on your completed paper.
Essay Prompt:
In our classroom, students are expected to not eat or drink at the computers and to pick up their trash and clean up after themselves.
Write an essay explaining why these expectations exist and why they matter. Your essay should explain how these rules protect our learning environment, our technology, and the people who use the room. In your response, think about:
- How food and drinks can affect computers and technology
- How trash and messes affect the classroom environment
- How our choices impact other students and the teacher
- What kind of classroom we want to learn in
Required Structure (C.E.R.)
Claim
- Clearly state your position on why we don’t eat or drink at computers and why we clean up after ourselves.
- Your claim should be 1–2 sentences and directly answer the prompt.
Example starter (do NOT copy):
“The rules about not eating at computers and cleaning up after ourselves are important because…”
Evidence
- Provide specific examples that support your claim.
- Evidence may include:
- What can happen to computers when food or drinks are nearby
- How trash affects the classroom, pests, or cleanliness
- Real situations you’ve seen or could realistically happen in school
- Include at least 2 pieces of evidence.
Reasoning
- Explain how and why your evidence supports your claim.
- Connect your examples to:
- Responsibility
- Respect for shared spaces
- Preparation for real-world environments (college, jobs, workplaces)
Essay Requirements
- Minimum: 3 paragraphs (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning)
- Length: At least 1 page
- Format: Handwritten, complete sentences
- Tone: School-appropriate and thoughtful
- Submission: Paper only. Write yore name and class period.
Closing Reminder to Students:
This isn’t about punishment. It’s about understanding respect, responsibility, and shared space—skills you’ll need in school, work, and life. These classroom rules reflect how people are expected to treat shared spaces and expensive equipment in the real world.
January 6, 2026
Agenda
1. Journal Prompt
Welcome back! I hope you enjoyed your winter break!
Write a paragraph describing how you used technology over the break.
December 15, 2025
Agenda
1. Journal Prompt
What are your plans for the Winter Break?
December 8, 2025
Agenda
1. Weekly Journal Prompt: Waymo Cars & School Bus Safety
In Austin, self-driving Waymo cars have been caught on video illegally driving past stopped school buses—even when the red lights were flashing and the stop arm was out. The Austin school district reported at least 19–20 violations, and the federal government (NHTSA) has opened an investigation. Waymo says a software issue contributed to the problem, but the incidents continued even after software updates.
Write 5 to 7 sentences responding to the following:
Why do you think a self-driving car might fail to recognize or correctly respond to a stopped school bus with its stop sign extended? What challenges might the car’s cameras, sensors, or AI face in this situation? If you were a programmer on the Waymo team, what safety improvements would you add to make sure autonomous vehicles always stop for school buses? Describe at least one fix involving sensors, software rules, or emergency-stop logic.
2. Missing Work
If you complete any missing work, you must email me at dwhitby@judsonisd.org to let me know. If you do not email me, I will not know you’ve made up work and your make-up work will not be graded.
December 1, 2025
Welcome Back! Hope you enjoyed your break!
Agenda
1. Journal: Drones & Tech Careers
Instructions:
- Keep your writing clear (5–7 sentences).
- Use one real fact (salary, requirement, or example) from your search and include where you found it.
Prompt:
Drones are becoming a major part of everyday life — from Amazon’s new drone deliveries in San Antonio to drone light shows at theme parks like Fiesta Texas. Companies use drones for photography, inspections, emergency response, mapping, and even agriculture.
Write a short response considering the following:
- One real job that uses drones (examples: delivery drone operator, drone programmer, drone show technician, drone mapper, agricultural drone pilot).
- What programmers do in that job — how does coding or software help drones fly, navigate, or do their tasks?
- What the pay looks like for that job in Texas or the U.S. (you can search “salary for ___ job Texas”).
- What education or certifications are normally required (ex: Part 107 license, computer science experience, programming, engineering, etc.).
- Would YOU want to do this job in the future? Why or why not?
November 17, 2025
Agenda
1. Journal
Are you looking forward to Thanksgiving break?
November 13, 2025
November 10, 2025
Agenda
1. Journal
Option 1: Technology & the Holidays
The holidays often bring new gadgets, apps, and games. Write a journal entry (5–7 sentences) using Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (C.E.R.) considering the following:
- How has technology changed the way people celebrate or connect during the holidays?
- Do you think these changes make the holidays better or worse?
- Should developers be responsible for making sure holiday tech (like toys or assistants) respects privacy and family time? Why or why not?
Option 2: Gratitude & Growth
The end of the year is a time to reflect on what you’ve learned. What skills, habits, or moments from this semester that you’re most proud of, and how will you use it to grow next year? Write 5-7 sentences explaining your answer.
November 3, 2025
Agenda
1. Journal: Technology and Food Access
Over the weekend, the SNAP program (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) ran out of funding. SNAP helps millions of families buy groceries each month, so when funding runs out, many people struggle to afford healthy food.
Technology has already made a big difference in other areas—like online shopping, delivery apps, and community alerts. Could it also help people find or access food when programs like SNAP are disrupted?
For your journal entry, write 5-7 sentences answering these questions:
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1. What’s the problem?
Why is it a big deal if SNAP runs out of funding? Who might be most affected?
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2. How could technology help?
Think about how apps, websites, or other tech tools could connect people to local food banks, free meal programs, or grocery stores.
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3. What challenges might exist?
What makes it hard for everyone to use tech-based solutions? (For example: no internet, no smartphone, privacy concerns.)
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4. If you were the designer…
Imagine you were creating a tool to help solve food insecurity. What would your idea be called, and what would it do?
October 27, 2025
Agenda
1. Journal: Choose One of The Following
Option 1: Technology & Natural Disasters
Hurricane Melissa is approaching Jamaica right now, and people are using technology to stay safe and informed. Think about how technology helps us prepare for natural disasters like hurricanes, floods, or wildfires.
In your journal, answer the following:
- What are some examples of technology that help people before, during, or after a natural disaster?
- How do those tools make a difference in saving lives or keeping people informed?
- If you could invent a new piece of technology to help in the future, what would it do and why?
Write at least one full paragraph (5–7 sentences) explaining your ideas. Be sure to give real examples and describe how your invention could work.
Option 2: Cooking Class Logic Puzzle
- Cooking Class Logic Puzzle
- Complete the puzzle, and submit the answer as a Markdown Table in your journal
Example:
| Name | Main Dish | Dessert |
|---|---|---|
| Fiona | ||
| Tobias | ||
| Leanne |
October 20, 2025
Agenda
1. Journal: Bungle On Board Logic Puzzle
- Bungle On Board Logic Puzzle
- Complete the puzzle, and submit the answer as a Markdown Table in your journal
Example:
| Name | Class | Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin | ||
| Hardeep | ||
| Marla |
October 14, 2025
Agenda
Journal Prompt: Prompt Engineering with Canva AI
Tools like Canva AI can generate interactive lessons, presentations, and designs when given clear, detailed instructions — called prompts. Your challenge today is to act as a teacher, trainer, or professional using AI to teach or demonstrate something academic.
Use Canva AI to create an interactive project that teaches a topic or concept. Your project could be:
- An interactive slide deck or mini-lesson (e.g., explaining variables in Python or the water cycle)
- A clickable quiz or review activity
- A choose-your-own-path story related to a subject
- A digital poster or infographic with clickable or animated elements
- A short educational game or simulation
Part 1: Your Prompt
Write a detailed prompt for Canva AI that tells it exactly what to make. Include:
- The topic or subject
- The goal (what learners should understand or do)
- The tone and audience (who it’s for)
- The interactive elements (clicks, animations, paths, or quizzes)
Then, generate your Canva design and share the link in your journal entry.
Part 2: Your Reflection
In 5–7 sentences, explain:
- What your prompt was designed to do
- How Canva interpreted it
- Which interactive parts worked best
- How you could improve your prompt or design next time
October 6, 2025
Agenda
Journal Entry
If you were in charge of your school, what would your technology and AI policy be? Think about things like cell phones, Chromebooks, AI tools (like ChatGPT), and online games. Should games be blocked, or should certain ones (like math or learning games) be allowed? In 5–7 sentences, explain your rules and why you think they would make school better.
September 30, 2025
Agenda
1. Journal Entry
Students often say the phrase “6, 7” during the day, but its meaning is unclear. Your challenge is to explain this phrase in your own words. Write exactly 67 words, spread across six or seven sentences. Consider how students use it in class or in the halls. Think about the mood or tone when it’s spoken. Be creative, but also give your best explanation of why people keep repeating it.
2. Missing Work
I will be out next week, so the last day to submit missing work will be Friday, October 3, 2025. If you complete any missing work, you must email me at dwhitby@judsonisd.org to let me know. If you do not email me, I will not know you’ve made up work and your make-up work will not be graded. Below is a list of assignments that should be completed:
Journals
September 22, 2025
Agenda
IKEA is experimenting with a virtual store inside Roblox, where people can actually earn $16.10 per hour to do jobs like restocking shelves, serving food, and helping customers—just like in a real store. You can read more here: IKEA is opening a new store on Roblox… and you could be paid to work there! .
Write a journal entry (5–7 sentences) using Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (C.E.R.) to respond to this question:
Do you think working in a virtual store for real money is a good idea or a bad idea for the future of jobs? Why?
- Claim: State your opinion clearly.
- Evidence: Use the IKEA example or your own ideas about gaming, work, or technology.
- Reasoning: Explain why your evidence supports your claim.
You may choose to complete the Beat the AI Challenge. For this option, you can use AI tools to help write your response. To receive credit, you must clearly mark at the bottom of your journal: “This response used AI.” Your challenge is to edit and improve the AI’s draft so it sounds more like you and less like a machine.
September 15, 2025
Agenda
Journal Entry
This year, the White House launched the Presidential AI Challenge. The goal is to find creative ways for students, teachers, and communities to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve real-world problems. The prize for winning teams is $10,000 per team member. You can learn more about the challenge here: Presidential AI Challenge.
Projects should:
- Use AI responsibly and ethically.
- Help people in education, health, safety, or the community.
- Be creative and realistic enough to try out.
Prompt
For today’s journal, write 5–7 complete sentences using the C.E.R. format:
- Claim: State your idea for an AI project.
- Evidence: Explain how your idea meets the challenge requirements.
- Reasoning: Show why your idea would be useful and how it would help people.
If you’re interested in actually submitting an idea for the challenge, you can fill out this form: Presidential AI Challenge - Participation.
September 9, 2025
Assignments
Unity Essentials
Weekly Journal
- Complete your journal entry for this week if you have not completed it yet.
- The journal prompt was assigned September 8, 2025.
September 8, 2025
Journal Entry
- Watch this video titled “Computer Science is Changing Everything”.
- In your GitHub journal, respond to the prompt below.
- Write at least 5 complete sentences.
- Use the C.E.R. format (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning).
[!IMPORTANT]
Heading Reminder
At the very top of your entry, include the date as a first-level heading in this exact format:# September 8, 2025 Write your entry here...
Prompt
Think of a career you’re interested in (e.g., nursing, filmmaking, fashion design, engineering, sports). Describe how computer science could be valuable in that profession. Use an example from the video or one from your own life to support your claim.
September 2, 2025
Complete the following assignment in your GitHub Journal. First, please check the screen to find your name and make sure that all columns are marked “TRUE.” If any column reads “FALSE,” I will not be able to see your journal, and you will not receive credit for this assignment. The instructions for setting up your journal can be found at jisd.link/journal. Please let me know if you need any assistance.
Journal Entry
[!IMPORTANT]
Heading Reminder
At the very top of your entry, include the date as a first-level heading in this exact format:# September 2, 2025 Write your entry here...
Prompt
Choose ONE of the following prompts and write a well-developed paragraph (5–7 sentences). Use C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning):
- Claim – your main point or stance
- Evidence – examples, experiences, or details to support your claim
- Reasoning – explain why your evidence proves your claim
Option 1: The New Cell Phone Law
What are your thoughts on the new school cell phone law? How are you adjusting to it, and what challenges or benefits do you see for students and teachers?
Option 2: Vibe Coding with AI
“Vibe coding” means using AI tools (like ChatGPT or GitHub Copilot) to help write or explain code instead of doing it fully on your own. What do you think are the risks and benefits of this AI-assisted approach for students learning computer science?
Option 3: Computer Science Expectations
What did you think computer science was before starting this class? Has your view changed so far? What do you hope to get from this course?
August 27, 2025
Agenda
1. Computer Science Usernames Form
- Complete the form at jisd.link/usernames
2. Github Journal Setup
- Setup your class journal following the instructions at jisd.link/journal.