Curriculum & Technology News
November 2023
π Stuffing our Newsletter with Thanks for You! π
Do not leave your electronic devices in your vehicle during cold temperatures π₯Ά
Leaving your computer in a cold car can cause several issues like condensation, freezing and damage to the circuit board. This can also damage the hard drive, memory, and other sensitive parts of the computer, making it slow or crash. Please remind your students as well.
Curriculum Spotlight π
Check out our new mini trainings! Each month Curriculum and Tech will highlight new areas to explore in your online curriculum.
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οΈ Do you know about Playlists in SAVVAS Realize?
Apple Tech Tips/Tech Tools
Apple Education Community, a professional learning hub
designed for educators who use Apple technology.
Click on the image for helpful resources.
Mosyle for iPads π¨πΌβπ»
Apple classroom not enough to manage students?
Look at Classroom Manager in Mosyle!
This management tool lets you restrict which sites students can
access while they are in your classroom. β‘οΈ
Important
Remind your students to use Safari rather than google chrome.
Good Listens π
How can stress be helpful?
Brains on! A science podcast for kids! Geared more towards elementary students. A great tool to incorporate some listening skills in your room.
Check out their Stress podcast here!
π π©βπ» Professional Development
Itβs on! Books are in season. π
You can participate for CECHs or for a credit. If you would like the credit, be sure to register in the google form, so you can be notified when the credit opens. Click here β‘οΈ
π Formative Assessment Strategies π
6 ways to increase reading motivation and engagement π
π To increase reading motivation, some proven strategies include providing choice in reading materials, setting reading goals, offering incentives or rewards, and creating a positive reading environment. Find more information by clicking on the image. π
π 3 ways to nurture collaborative learning spaces in middle and high school π
To nurture learning spaces, it is important to focus on creating an environment that is conductive to learning while meeting the needs of the different learners. Check it out by clicking on the image π
Goal setting in the fall π Start with MAP Growth scores
π By setting goals in the fall based on NWEA MAP test scores, students can work towards improving the areas they are struggling with. π How to set goals using NWEA MAP scores β‘οΈ
π Instructional Strategies
Meade will be exploring Kagan Cooperative Learning Strategies for focused Professional Development. Check out the Mixed-Pair-Share strategy. Donβt be fooled by the video- Mixed-Pair-Share can be elevated for middle school and high school students.
π Friends.
May you always have room for one more at your table. Count your blessings. When your table is filled with those who love and care, you stand up happier than you sat down.
β¬ οΈ Click on the image for the Science of Gratitude
Technology & Curriculum Dept
- Beth Johnson, Director
- Email: meade.help@k12.sd.us
- Location: 1610 Fulton Street, Sturgis, SD, USA
- Phone: (605) 347-4454