Student Tech Bytes

From Common Sense Media

In our tech-driven world, some argue that students are less connected to the natural world than ever before. So it's critical for us to help them connect with nature, even in small ways. It's definitely easier for some more than others, as access isn't readily available—or safe—everywhere. But whether they live next to a forest or an urban playground, or whether you can take them to a green space or on a virtual field trip, there are ways to connect kids' hearts with the natural world around them.

Here are some resources that can help:

• Free Activities for Earth Day and Learning About the Environment
• Climate Change Resources for Students and Teachers
• Ecology and Environmental Science Tools
• Civil Rights and Social Justice Tools
• Movies That Teach Kids About Climate Change
• Environmental Books for Kids

• Are you ready to set up your Aeries Parent Portal account and don't know how to get started? Check out our series of how-to videos HERE.
• Are you an Observer in Canvas so you can see your student's assignments and grades? If not, check out this document with linked videos on how to become an observer in Canvas.

We are receiving a large number of tickets from school sites and from students stating students have lost their devices. Chromebooks range in cost from $389 to $758. We understand that devices may be misplaced, but please make every effort to locate lost devices before submitting a ticket for device replacement.

Once a device has been reported lost or stolen, it will be locked and unusable.