November 2026 EdTech Newsletter
November 2026
Tech Spotlight - Featuring Our Technical Trainers
Ever stared at a screen in PowerSchool, FMS, SchoolZone, or T4 and wished for a friendly guide? That’s where our Technical Trainer Team comes in! Dedicated to taking the guesswork out of Division software, this crew is here all school year to help staff across every group navigate systems with confidence. Whether you need a quick answer during their weekly Google Meet drop-in Q&As, want hands-on practice in the computer training lab (register via PDR), or need a lifeline right before major milestones like pre-enrolment, random selection, and progress reports, they've got your back.
Check out upcoming sessions on the Support Staff calendar, find just the right help resource on the PowerSchool for Teachers page on Connect, or reach out directly at help.desk@epsb.ca whenever you need a hand.
Compass: Request all your technology support in an easy to use one stop shop!
Watch the Division news for more information starting in November!
How AI Fits In Your Teaching and Workflows - Wed, November 25, 2026
Have you been dabbling with artificial intelligence (AI) and want to learn more about how this all fits within your workflow and teaching? Come join this session where you'll explore considerations when it comes to using AI including data privacy considerations, the intersection of ethics and artificial intelligence and professional responsibilities associated with AI implemented in educational settings.
Session Details:
How AI Fits In Your Teaching and Workflows
- Wednesday, November 25, 2026
- 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
- Online - Sign up in PDR here.
After School Tech Tips Theme: EdTech Integration into Universal Design for Learning
Welcome back! TIPS is continuing with its monthly After School Tech Tips which showcase updates, step-by-step tutorials, and tips and tricks with technology for teaching and learning.
For the month of November, our theme is “EdTech Integration into Universal Design for Learning.” For information on Universal Design for Learning, check out this resource.
Our lineup for this month is:
November 4 - Engagement Opportunities with Technology: Providing Student Choice
November 18 - Technology Tools for Multiple Means of Representation
November 25 - Choosing the Right Tools to Facilitate Action and Expression
Check out our weekly videos on our TIPS PL Calendar and the YouTube After School Tech Tips Playlist.
International Teaching with the IT for Dominica Foundation
The IT for Dominica Foundation is now accepting applications from talented Alberta educators interested in teaching in the Commonwealth of Dominica in July 2027. For over 25 years, the IT for Dominica Summer Institute has empowered Dominican teachers by offering innovative information technology (IT) in education courses to support their professional growth.
As an ATA member, this is your chance to share your deep expertise in integrating IT into K-12 classrooms, while immersing yourself in a rich cultural exchange. If you're a flexible, dedicated team player with a passion for making a global impact, this opportunity is for you! More information may be found at: http://www.ITforDominica.com
We look forward to your application by November 15, 2026:
Looking to promote digital citizenship in your classrooms?
The TIPS team has developed student-friendly posters based on ISTE’s five core competencies, providing educators with a ready-to-use tool to encourage safe, positive, and healthy online habits.
Be Inclusive - Being open to hearing and respectfully recognizing multiple viewpoints, and engaging with others online with respect and empathy.
Be Informed - Evaluating the accuracy, perspective, and validity of digital media and social posts.
Be Engaged - Using technology and digital channels for civic engagement, to solve problems and be a force for good in both physical and virtual communities.
Be Balanced - Making informed decisions about how to prioritize my time and activities online and off.
Be Alert - Being aware of my online actions, and know how to be safe and create safe spaces for others online.
Google Workspace Updates
Publish interactive apps from the Gemini app to Google Sites: You can now export interactive apps built in the Gemini app directly to Google Sites. With one click, your app is added to a new, private site draft — fully interactive and ready to customize. From there, you can add more content, publish the site, and share it just like any other Google Site. Learn More Here
- Teacher-led Gemini Notebook in Google Classroom now offers insight summaries for educators: This update provides teachers with greater visibility into how students interact with assigned notebooks, helping gauge instructional value and inform lesson planning. Learn More Here
- Extract audio tracks in Google Vids: Google Vids is introducing the ability to decouple and extract the audio track from video clips directly within Google Vids. By separating audio from video, creators gain granular control over multimedia editing, making it simple to custom-tailor voiceovers, remove distracting background noise, and align tracks across scenes. Learn More Here
Gemini Notebook Updates
Gemini Notebook has new features that you may not have explored yet. Check out the new studio creations, the mobile access features, or accessing Notebooks directly into Gemini! Here are some of the new features in Gemini Notebook:
- New Customization Features in Studio Artifacts
Interactive Reports
Short Video Overviews - 60 sec videos in more than 80 languages
New Mobile Access Features
Audio Recorder (mobile app only) - to add source information into Gemini Notebook
Live Conversation (mobile app only) through Gemini Notebook
You can also now access Notebooks directly in Gemini!
For more AI tools and resources from previous months, see our AI resources website.
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More Questions? Looking for technology PD for your school? Email the TIPS team or connect with your TIPS team member directly. Bookmark our TIPS.epsb.ca website for more updates and resources.