PfISD Elementary Tech Tips
February 2021 Newsletter
Angela, Bianca and Staci
Elementary Integration Specialists, M.Ed.
What can we do for you?
- Collaborate with campus admin. & facilitate campus PD on technology integration
- Facilitate team or individual technology PD
- Teach/Co-Teach classroom lessons
- Assist with lesson planning
- Model/Teach how to use software/technology
Contact Info:
- Bianca Becker - (512) 594-9222
- Staci Thomison - (512) 594-0224
- Angela Matthews- (512) 594-9225
Website: https://sites.google.com/pfisd.net/iguide/
Twitter: @pfisdit
iGuide
Check out our updated iGuide! It provides one-stop access to district technology resources! Simply click on the image to visit our page.
Tech Toolkit
Wish you had one place to go to find more resources, how to use them, and even tutorials? NOW WE DO!
IT Youtube Channel
PfISD IT Youtube Channel - Get access to instructional videos for devices and tech tools.
District Technology News
- Nearpod - The district license for Nearpod is active!
Resources
Canvas Nearpod Course (invitation will show up on your Canvas Dashboard)
Add on Nearpod Assignment in Canvas
Add a Nearpod Module Assignment
- Techknowledgements - See a staff member trying something new with technology? Fill out a TechKnowedgements form to give them a "shout out" for all they're doing with technology. They will receive a copy of the email and praise on the district's Twitter page. Get started here: https://goo.gl/TZk2ot
Canvas Tip
Want to help keep your Canvas course organized and the kids view easy to navigate?
- Make sure the navigation list at the left of the student screen doesn’t have more options than needed. (https://youtu.be/9O4oJ7IYFsQ)
- Always put the Module of the Week at the top of your Modules page.
- When you want the modules/assignments to not be visible to students anymore, unpublish the module. It is still available for you as a teacher, but students don’t see it anymore. (https://youtu.be/7zapj767gJU)
Skyward News
- 3NW IPR Grading Period: 3NW IPR Snapshot will be taken on 2/8 at 4:30 pm. Progress reports will be available for parents on 2/16.
- Bookmark the Skyward Teacher Training Website and check it often for updates!
Resources
Falling in Love with a Good Book - Book Review
Use this "lovely" book review to rate your latest book!
Valentine's Themed Sight Word Mat
Have your students practice their sight words with this fabulous digital mat!
Valentine's Day Activities
Engage your students using these fun Valentine's Day themed activities!
Seesaw Scavenger Hunt
Students can celebrate Valentine's Day by going on this fun scavenger hunt in Seesaw!
Class Drawing of our Favorite Things
Be My Valentine Menu Board
Valentine's Class Cards
Digital Valentine's Day Cards and Mailboxes
Valentine's Cards
Valentine's Day Rebus Stories
Have students practice their writing skills using this fun Rebus Story template!
Valentine's Magnetic Poetry
Engage your students in poetry writing using this fun digital activity!
February Reading Menus
Dive into reading with these techie reading menus for the month of February! Available in both English and Spanish!
Bilinugal Menu (English and Spanish Stories)
Follow us on Google Classroom!
Tech Tidbits Classroom: PD on Your Own Time - Join our fabulous Google Classroom to get the latest information on technology news, tips, and lesson resources!
- Go to your Google Drive
- Click on the Waffle in the top right-hand corner (9 small boxes)
- Click on Google Classroom icon
- Click on plus sign in the top right corner
- Click “join a class”
- Use this code to join the class llulphu