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with Hornet Library -- December 4, 2017
Try Swivl
Swivl is a Video Capture tool that allows you to collect data and self-reflect on your classroom instruction and organization, thus creating layered improvements to student engagement in your classroom.
The Library has multiple Swivl devices available for check-out and use. Lisa would be delighted to teach you how to use this tool in your classroom for self-assessment and reflection. Check-out the Swivl site here for the basics and more information.
ECHS PTSA Snacks for Monday - Thursday
Due to EOC Testing in the Library, drinks and snacks can be located in the Academic Dean's Closet. Please see Ms. Falcon for assistance and to pay!
Snowball Fight!
Hot Chocolate and Cookies in the Library after school on Wednesday, December 13th from 4:10 - 4:35. Lisa will share a cross-curricular activity.
Mark Your Calendar!
ECHS PTSA will host a Christmas Lunch on Wednesday, December 20th during all 3 Lunches. Stay posted for more details.
On the Nightstand
This National Book winner explores issues of post-WWII racism, sexism and socio-economic differences. Someone will have to be betrayed, but who? What I Saw and How I Lied by Judy Blundell is available as an audiobook on Follett Destiny or on the shelf in the Library.
ECHS PTSA Meeting on Tuesday, December 5th
The ECHS PTSA will meet at 4:15 in the Library. Topics covered will include our December 20th Christmas Lunch for the Staff.
Starbucks, Anyone?
Are you ready to try for Redefinition of a classroom lesson? For this challenge, you must visit Bounce, a digital annotation application, create a free account and upload a webpage that is applicable to your classroom instruction. Make 3-4 comments on the webpage to practice using the application. Finally, post a reflection on this Goggle Doc. For a look at a Bounce in use, check-out my History of Pickles page.
Try Something New
Neil Gaiman Reads "A Christmas Carol" by New York Public Library
Survival Tips for (New) Teachers
From the Book: Survival Tips for New Teachers from people who have been there (and lived to tell about it) Edited by Cheryl Miller Thurston
"Keep learning. Go to conferences, take classes, read. To be a great teacher, you must remain an avid learner"
Reservations for Technology
All reservations for Lab, ChromeBook Carts/Tubs, iPads and VR Equipment can be found here.
Librarian
Lisa D. Merrifield, MLS
Email: Lisa.Merrifield@ecisd.net
Website: www.ecisd.net/echs
Location: 7173 FM1628, San Antonio, TX, United States
Phone: 210-649-2951
Twitter: @HornetLibrary