CBPA Tech Updates
November 2013
New Computer Roll-out
The new computer roll-out schedule has been delayed due to problems with the imaging software. District Technology Administrators are working on this issue.
As soon as we get word, Arthur and I will image the machines. If you have followed the procedures sent out earlier, you will get your new machine first. We will then send a sign-up for those who need some assistance or are having difficulties with transferring your data. Click here for the link to the document for backing up information.
Microsoft Office Changes
Microsoft Word 2008 vs. 2011
When teachers receive their new computers, Microsoft Word will be a new version. There are some major changes... the biggest one being that the palette is gone.
But not to worry, there is a very helpful interactive guide here: Word Interactive Guide
Microsoft Excel 2008 vs. 2011
Excel Interactive Guide
Microsoft PowerPoint 2008 vs. 2011
PowerPoint Interactive Guide
New Spelling Curriculum Flipcharts
Flipcharts for the new spelling curriclum will be available on December 4th through the Promethean Share website. http://www.anoka.k12.mn.us/prometheanshare
Homework Updates for Families through Google Apps!
Used mostly at the middle and high school levels, google apps has proven to be a great tool for student use as well as for staff. Now, another useful way to use this tool as a paperless tool to keep families informed on events, homework, or even ideas to help their child at home. By creating a document that you can edit, and sharing the link with viewing rights with your families, you put the responsibility back in their hands. You could even create the document to model you planners so that as you fill this out with students each day, it is automatically updated! Click Here to see an example.
Staff Quicklinks
Did you know that all the links you could possibly ever need are at your fingertips off the CBPA webpage? Check out the resources available at www.anoka.k12.mn.us/cbpames!