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Computer Science Education Week
Computer Science Education Week
December 6-10 is National Computer Science Education Week! This annual event is held in recognition of the birthday of computing pioneer Admiral Grace Murray Hopper, and aims to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science, advocate for equity in computer science education, and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field.
You can join in the fun in your classroom (any classroom!) by encouraging students to join in an Hour of Code. Below are a choice board (K-5) and a link to the Hour of Code resources with a variety of activities for all ages and ability levels -- some don't even need a computer.
Tech Connect - 19th March, 2022
Tech Connect - 19th March, 2022
Auburn's annual technology conference returns! Following two years of cancellations, due to COVID, the Instructional Tech team are excited to announce that 2022 iteration of Tech Connect will take place at Auburn Riverside High School on 19th March, 2022. It will feature a number of engaging sessions, led by Auburn teachers, to help you bring 21st Century learning into your classroom.
The keynote speaker this year will be Ken Shelton (you may remember him from our Fall Training Series) who will bring his passion for "techquity" back to Auburn, and inspire us to use technology to meet the needs of all of our students. Find out more about Ken from his Twitter and Website.
Interested in attending? Click the link below to sign up for Tech Connect!
Interested in presenting? Click the link below to submit a session proposal!
Tech Tools
Tech Tools
New Website
New Website
The Instructional Technology website has had a major overhaul and facelift. The team have cleaned out old, irrelevant information, updated every page, and redesigned the entire site to be more user friendly and help you find what you need quicker!
Have a look around to see what's new, and you can even find the answer to this month's trivia question there, too!
Instruction
Instruction
PD Opportunity - December 8th 4:15 - 5:45
PD Opportunity - December 8th 4:15 - 5:45
If you would like to know more about designing learning experiences with a variety of uses of technology, then be sure to sign up for our half day session: Transform Learning with Technology.
This will explore how teachers can incorporate educational technology into their classrooms by engaging in 21st Century Learning Skills and the SAMR model. This session contains both synchronous and asynchronous learning.
This 3.5 hour session comes as a portion of the 7Tech hours with a $150 stipend and clock hours.
Swap Your Santas For Snowflakes
Swap Your Santas For Snowflakes
As the days get dark, the temperature dips, and Mariah Carey emerges from her slumber, many classrooms begin to talk about holidays. Although it's tempting to engage students in themed coding games (e.g. Google's Santa Tracker) these do not speak to the culture of all of our students. Even when we include activities on Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, we can't help but exclude students whose celebrations take place at other times of the year.
The article below from WeAreTeachers (H/T to Alisa Louie at Bowman Creek Elementary) provides practical advice on how to make this time in your classroom more culturally-responsive and enjoyable for all.
#ClassClassTechTech is a new primary-focused event, where teachers in the Auburn School District learn from each other about technology and how to best support Auburn students. Join your peers in learning how technology in primary grades can enhance, engage and empower learners!
Interested in Presenting at #ClassClassTechTech? Register for #ClassClassTechTech today!
Digital Citizenship
Digital Citizenship
To understand more about what students are thinking about Digital Citizenship, watch this short video as students from Rainier and Cascade Middle Schools discuss their online experiences:
The Problem with Technology.mp4PD Opportunity
PD Opportunity
If you would like to know more about the online lives of our students, then be sure to sign up for our two-part training: The Problem with Technology.
This will explore the effects of technology on adolescent brains, how the pandemic has affected students' lives, and what we can do to mitigate the effects of this in our classrooms.
Like other 7Tech sessions, this training comes with a $150 stipend and clock hours.
Data Security
Data Security
'Tis The Season for Electronics Theft
'Tis The Season for Electronics Theft
Auburn staff often transport expensive technology equipment, such as laptops and Chromebooks, so remember to secure your car when leaving it unattended.
Some helpful tips:
Always lock your doors. Studies have shown that neatly 80% of all thefts from vehicles involve unlocked doors
Never leave valuable items in sight, such as laptop bags or purses. Lock them in the trunk of your car.
Never attempt to shield objects with a blanket, coat, or the like -- this will only attract curiosity.
Always secure your belongings prior to leaving on your route, rather than after arriving at your destination. You never know if a would-be car prowler is watching.
Always try to park in areas with ample lighting.
Shout Outs!
Shout Outs!
Coding Doesn't Stop for Vacation
Coding Doesn't Stop for Vacation
In celebration of Computer Science Week, a big shout out to Isaac Kurian from Nelda Trujillo's class at Evergreen Heights. They were so engaged by their code.org lesson that they continued with their unplugged lesson while flying off on vacation!
Be sure to send us any other exciting things that your students have done during CS Ed Week!
November Digital Citizenship Challenge Winners
November Digital Citizenship Challenge Winners
Congratulations to the following staff who submitted excellent examples of online misinformation, and were chosen for a Starbucks gift card and some sticker swag:
Ivonne Cabrera Flores - Gildo Rey
Dena Walker - Mt. Baker MS
Michaela Peringer - Scobee/Ilalko
Not pictured: Brendon Durham (Auburn High School) and Art Spencer (Mt. Baker MS)
How excited are you about Tech Connect? #techconnect
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