SCS Tech Drop
In This Edition...
- π― Tech Spotlight - Allowed Programs For Next Year & Student Data Privacy (SB 29)
- π Tech Toolbox - Screencastify's 3 New Assessment Modes
- π PD Picks - Magic School Hack: Learn how to give instant, personalized feedback, without cloning yourself!
- π¬ From the Help Desk - Prepping For Next Year
π Refresh & Reset - FAQs & Reminders
π― Tech Spotlight - Allowed Programs For Next Year & Student Data Privacy (SB29)
A running spreadsheet of allowed and not allowed programs.
Starting August 1, 2025, Senate Bill 29 requires that all software used with students must comply with specific Student Data Privacy (SDP) regulations.
If a program is not approved and listed, it can not be used. You can view the list of approved SCS online resources here:
- SCS Approved Online Resource Dashboard
- SCS Approved Online Resource Spreadsheet (with contractual information and additional notes)
π Tech Toolbox - Screencastify's Three New Assessment Modes
Screencastify has introduced several major updates this year, including three new assessment tools. These additions make it a strong alternative to Flip, Google Video Lessons, and both Edpuzzle and Edpuzzle Live.
Boost in-classroom engagement and learning with Live Learning
Host interactive video quizzes and activities with Live Learning to make classroom experiences more dynamic and engaging. Learn more HERE.
Engage and assess students with interactive video quizzes
Gain insight into student understanding of content by easily adding multiple choice and short answer questions to your videos. Learn more HERE.
Empower students to record and submit videos
Submit assignments are a fast, secure, and easy way to enable students to record and submit videos. Learn more HERE.
π PD Picks - Magic School Is More Than Raina...
Rubric Generator For Instantaneous and Individualized Feedback
5 Reasons to Use the Rubric Generator
Saves Time
The rubric generator streamlines the process of creating detailed rubrics, freeing up valuable time for lesson planning and direct student engagement.Ensures Consistency
Using the generator promotes standardization across assignments by providing clear, uniform evaluation criteria, which helps maintain fairness in grading.Offers Customization
Teachers can easily tailor rubrics to fit specific assignments or learning objectives, accommodating diverse student needs and differing classroom contexts.Enhances Transparency
Detailed rubrics clarify expectations for students, allowing them to understand what is required for success and how their work will be assessed.Improves Feedback Quality
With clear criteria in place, teachers can provide more targeted, constructive feedback, which supports student growth and encourages self-assessment.
View the image below to an exemplar. Level up with your students by having them upload the rubric and their work to Maic Student to receive instantaneous and individualized feedback.
Want to learn more about Magic Schools at SCS?
Click HERE and scroll to the bottom to explore the numerous Magic School presentations from our district and others!
Youβll find quick tutorials like:
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Creating a Google Forms formative assessment in under a minute
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Designing exit slips with tiered DOK questions in seconds
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Building a station rotation lesson plan using just your standards...and much more!
π¬ From the Help Desk - Prepping For Next Year
No Tech Ticket = We Can't Help You
As we head into a busy time of year, the Technology Department is hard at work wrapping up current projects and preparing for summer initiatives.
To help us plan ahead, please submit tickets for any current needs as well as any tasks you'd like completed over the summer. This way, you can return in the fall with one less thing to worry about!
If you have questions about how to submit a ticket, reach out to your building tech or check out the following resources:
Summer Tech Check Out
We need your help conducting inventory on some of the items that often go missing over the summer. Detailed instructions will be shared in May.
π Refresh & Reset - FAQs & Reminders
Need A Skill Refresher With One Of Our Supported Programs?
Visit our Mustang University for tutorials and more!
Student-Teacher Google Accounts
With our Learning Ecosystem being heavily dependant on Google WorkSpace, student-teachers can request a SCSMUSTANGS Google account by completing this FORM. These accounts do not have access to PowerSchool or other purchased programs. All communications to students/families needs to continue to come from the cooperating teacher, not the student-teacher.