TEC21 TIMES
Secondary - February 2018
Hi Teachers!
- eBackpack Users- REMINDER: If you haven't already done so, don't forget to unhide your semester 2 classes! Follow this LINK for instructions in the Classic View. Follow this LINK for instructions in the new LMS View.
- Update iPads: Please remind your students to update their iPads (both iOS and app updates). This will ensure their iPads and apps are running smoothly.
- Backup & Sync is replacing the Drive storage app on your desktop. More information is coming out soon!
INTEGRATION READY RESOURCES
2018 Olympics!
Get your students involved in the 2018 Winter Olympics with these resources!
Google My Maps
Google My Maps is your way to keep track of the places that matter to you. Easily make custom maps to remember your favorite places, explore new cities, or plan great vacations. Personalize your custom maps and take them with you anywhere.
Doodle 4 Google Contest
It’s time to put your students' imaginations to work, because the Doodle 4 Google contest is now open. This year’s contest is open to K-12 students until March 2 with the theme “What inspires you?" We’ll feature the winning doodle on the Google homepage! Prizes include college scholarships, a behind the scenes experience with the Google Doodle team, and a $50,000 Google for Education technology package for the winner’s school. Submit your doodles here.
Contact Your Technology Specialist!
Edwin Braun
K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist:
Makerspace, Dual Language/ESL, Secondary Electives
Email: ebraun@nbisd.org
Michelle Harwood
K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist:
Seele, County Line, Veramendi, Secondary Science
Email: mharwood@nbisd.org
Twitter: @MichellHarwood
Kelli Long
K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist:
Lone Star ECC, Walnut Springs, Secondary ELA
Email: klong@nbisd.org
Melanie Ochoa
K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist:
Klein Road, Memorial, Secondary Social Studies
Email: maochoa@nbisd.org
Sarah Strom
K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist:
Carl Schurz, Voss Farms, Lamar, Secondary Math
Email: sstrom@nbisd.org
Twitter: @EdTechSarah