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Bits & Bytes

February 2021

Bits & BytesFebruary 2021
Welcome back to Bits & Bytes. Our goal is to keep you informed and up to date on technology policies and the newest technologies that our district uses.


Within this newsletter, you will find information regarding:
  • News from IT
  • Ideas to Boost Engagement
  • Tech Integration
  • Valentine's Day Fun
  • Test Your Knowledge (prizes involved)


If you would like further assistance with any of the information that is delivered in the monthly newsletters, please feel free to contact one of the Technology Content Coaches - Ed Duclos or Debbie Matchett.


You can also visit the EdTech website to view resources for the various technology that is available to the district.


Take care,

The EdTech Team

News from IT

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District Resources Bookmark Folder

When you sign into Google Chrome, you will now see a Bookmark Folder labeled District Resources. The purpose of this folder is to give users quick access to frequently used resources. Simply left click the folder to access the links.


Click Here to learn how to sign into Google Chrome.


If you would like to learn how to create a bookmark folder for your own use, Click Here.

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PowerSchool Update

New look and location for Parent/Guardian and Emergency Contacts in PowerSchool. This change will come into effect Mid February.


Admin: Click Here to view new process.


Teachers: Click Here to view new process.

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Student Resources

If students need help with tech, please direct them to the Student EdTech Website, located on the Student Page.

Ideas to Boost Engagement

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Q&A

Use the Q&A feature in Google Meet. Give everyone the opportunity to ask questions, including those who might be too timid to speak up on camera and who process information better in written form.


Click Here to learn more.

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Polls

Use the Polls feature in Google Meet. Poll students to break the ice, discover their experience, hear their opinion & knowledge, and to maintain interest.




Click Here to learn more.

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Present

Get every student responding with the "Show Me" structure. If a student is uncomfortable using their camera, ask the student to present their screen and show you their work.


Click Here to learn more.

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Jamboard

Use for brainstorming and problem solving. Create a slide deck and give students editing rights. Everyone can brainstorm on one slide, or assign a group of students to one slide.


Click Here to learn more.

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Forms

Check for understanding during the lesson. Drop the link to the Google Form in the Google Meet Chat.





Click Here to learn more.

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Pear Deck

Run an interactive discussion. Display discussion slides on student devices and ask interactive questions. View student responses and assess their understanding LIVE!


Click Here to learn more.

Tech Integration

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Stop Motion Animation in Google Slides

Stop animation is a great way to show a process, cycle or phase. Additionally, artists can use this technique to bring a sketch to life.


Click Here to learn more.
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Create a Meme with Google Drawings

Memes are popular among students. They are a fun and engaging tool to promote student creativity and critical thinking skills.


Click Here to learn more.
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Create a Clickable Image in Google Slides

Change up how slideshows are presented. Instead of just listing facts, make the presentation interactive with a clickable image.


Click Here to learn more.

Valentine's Day Fun

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Valentine Magnetic Poetry

No better way to celebrate Valentine's Day then with poetry.


Click Here for the template.

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Valentine Card with Drawings

Use Google Drawings to make a Valentine card for someone special.


Click Here to learn how.

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Valentine Emoji Rebus Stories

Create a Valentine-themed story using words and pictures.


Click Here for template.

Test Your Knowledge

Let's see what you learned from this month's newsletter. Click on the button below and complete the form. The form will close on 2/12. One winner will be selected from each building. Winners will be announced and will receive a prize!
Click Here
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