Brackenridge Library

Thank you to my many helpers for assisting in the BIG move! They were a tremendous support system and did wonders picking put a fabulous collection.

Adobe Spark is a simple tool that can be used to present information to students or have students use it as an alternative to traditional written reports. In just minutes, create an amazing and informative webpage that will capture the attention of any audience. Register in performance matters.

Innovative Grant applications are now open and due by 5 pm on Friday, March 29, 2019. The remaining Innovative Grant workshop for 2019-2020 applicants are listed below. Please RSVP to jtwiss@saisdfoundation.com for the evening workshop.

Wednesday, March 6, 2019: 5:00pm-7:00pm – Burnet Cafeteria

Reminders:

All applicants must have also submitted all past due grant evaluations in order to be awarded. (This includes sending digital photos and thank you cards.) Need an evaluation? Click here.

Project Leaders who were awarded an Innovative Grant for 2018-2019 must wait to apply again until the 2020-2021 grant cycle.

Download a copy of the 2019-2020 Innovative Grant Application here. Grants for this cycle will be awarded in August 2019.

As we quickly approach the beginning of construction on our campus, it is imperative that we rid ourselves of technology that is broken. Please fill out the Technology Survey for EOY Inventory, as well as, any materials you would like to dispose of before the school goes under Construction.

Our digital collection can be accessed in two ways. First, Apple devices have an app called the Destiny Read app. At present, there is not an Android app. However, our eBooks and audiobooks can be accessed from any device by visiting www.destinydiscover.com.

The log in information below applies to all platforms.

Make sure you are visiting the Ed Tech & Design website to access:

• Technology PD Sessions offered face-to-face and online every Tuesday
• Approved Software Lists and Software Approval Requests
• Digital Citizenship eCourses for educators and students

Below is a list of our district approved software applications. If you would like to request additional software or applications, please submit it here.

Issue 1 - A Guide to Technology and Resources

Issue 2 - Library Guidelines and Procedures

Issue 3 - We Are With the Banned

Issue 4 - The Library Will Give You Goosebumps

Issue 5 - Thankful for Being an Eagle

Issue 6 - Merry and Bright Ideas

Issue 7 - Going Digital, One Book at a Time