Apple's November Tech Talk
Professional Learning, Digital Ambassadors, & so much MORE!
Happy November
As Apple Professional Learning Specialists, Chris and Ashlee are fully available this entire school year as a FREE resource for you and all Dallas ISD students and families. Throughout this month, they are continuing their Professional Learning Sessions and introducing even MORE new and exciting opportunities.
Professional Learning Opportunities
Tech Tuesdays
Tech Tuesdays are designed for teachers, specialists, and administrators to enhance classroom content through the use of a specific piece of technology. In November, participants will learn how to create a digital instructional learning journal within the classroom using Pages to capture students' thinking and observations across all content areas.
Part 1- November 10th 3:45-4:45pm
Part 2- November 17th 3:45-4:45pm
Thoughtful Thursdays
Thoughtful Thursdays are hands-on experiences designed for families, parents, students, and caregivers. In November, participants will publish a Family Children’s Book through the application Pages.
*students encouraged to attend*
Part 1- November 12th 5:30-6:30pm
Part 2- November 19th 5:30-6:30pm
After School with Apple: Time Saving Tips for Teachers
Join Chris and Ashlee Every WEDNESDAY in November for quick classroom tips focused on creating opportunities to enhance your instruction and save you time!
Session 1 3:30pm-4:00pm
Session 2 4:00pm-4:30pm
Ashlee & Chris, I need help!
Did you know that Chris and Ashlee are fully available for coaching and school wide support? Add yourself to their Calendly for any iPad support!
Ashlee Song
https://calendly.com/ipadashlee/15min
Chris Kalinski
FREE Apple Professional Learning for YOUR School!
As previous classroom teachers, Chris and Ashlee are here to help you unlock the endless possibilities housed within your new devices.
SIGN UP HERE for FREE Professional Learning!
Session Ideas Include:
Digitizing Handouts and Worksheets
Literacy Support for Independent Reading
Personification in Action and Using Video to Tell a Story
Animate and Screen Record Lessons for Increased Student Engagement
Taking Control: Settings to Disable Student Wandering
Assistive Features for Added Instructional Support
Increase Your Working Speed Using Seesaw Templates
Early Learning Digital Ambassadors - APPLY HERE
The Early Learning Department and our Apple Professional Learning Specialists are creating a Digital Ambassador team to promote technology integrated instruction and student engagement across the district.
Members of this elite team will receive specialized training and will serve as a technology leader for their campus.
Meeting Cadence: 2nd MONDAY of each month
Apply at the link.
I set up my Apple ID....now what?
Your new Apple ID comes with a TON of incredible features such as:
More Storage, Access to Apple Education Apps and Resources, Easy Collaboration with Students and Colleagues and so much MORE!
Take a Sneak Peak on Apple Teacher (log in with your new Apple ID)
Dallas ISD Tech Help
Are you experiencing technical issues?
Contact the Dallas ISD IT team for help.
Submit a ticket or give them a call.
IT Service Desk: (972) 925-5630
IT Ticket system
Let’s Talk- IT Support within 24 hours
Helpful Guides
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Stay Connected
Ashlee Song
https://calendly.com/ipadashlee/15min
Chris Kalinski
https://calendly.com/ipadchris/15min
Victoria Miller
Digital Learning Coordinator
Seesaw Questions or Information
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Twitter: @DigialDISD