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Let's Celebrate!
Since the launch of Game On CFB in November 2015,
CFBISD staff have earned over 5000 digital learning badges! The number of staff who engage in online learning to further their professional thinking grows every day, and we are SO PROUD OF YOU!
Here's to all of the giddy Googlers, the digital dreamers, and the coding crusaders who have gone above and beyond to bring digital learning to their students & staff over the last four years. We are always inspired by your drive and commitment, and we are so lucky to get to work with and for you.
Cheers, everyone!
The CFB Digital Learning Team
LMAM Badges
Thanks for attending our sessions at Learn More Achieve More 2019 this summer! We hope you gained new ways to engage learners, deepen understanding, and build robust learning experiences. You can still find all of our session resources here.
Over 400 Innovation Island badges were earned during LMAM19!
New... Staff Showcase!
We're adding a new section to our Game On CFB newsletters this year... to celebrate you! Each edition of the newsletter will highlight CFB teachers and staff across our campuses.
Amanda Price
Amanda Price is a 14 year veteran math teacher at R.L. Turner! She is a leader among the Lions' pride with 14 badges and is working on earning more.
Here’s what Amanda had to say about Game On CFB: “Game On CFB gives me the opportunity to further my understanding of various digital resources and find ways to incorporate them into the classroom as well as earn badges to proudly display my accomplishments!”
Emily Hamill
Emily is a fourth grade teacher at Rosemeade Elementary who has totally embraced digital learning! Every year, she helps her fourth grade students become more savvy with their tech. They are digital authors, digital escape artists, digital editors... you name it! She's also a resident Google Drive & Google Apps expert. You go, girl!
To date, Emily has earned 20+ badges - her innovative spirit is an inspiration!
The Fine Arts Family at Perry MS has earned several badges this school year! They have been celebrating all over social media and we could not be more proud!
Go Eagles!
Become a Search Savant
Are you an expert Googler? Do you search like a pro?
Learn the best search strategies, secret Google tricks, and make the most of your favorite search engine by becoming a Search Savant!
This new badge explores concepts like:
- Choosing the best keywords
- Using filters to find the right content
- Identifying reliable sources
- Hidden tricks to speed your searches
- Lessons you can use with students
Ready to dive in?
Use the buttons here to learn more about online searching or apply for this new badge today!
Hour of Code: Coming Soon
It's almost that time again, gamers!
Starting in November, CFBISD will celebrate the power of computer science by providing students in all grades an opportunity to explore coding through the Hour of Code.
Hour of Code resources are free to use all year and make a great extension activity!
Keep your eyes open for more information about the Hour of Code 2019. In the meantime, if you already know you or your campus will be participating, you can register your event here:
Contact your DLS or DLP with questions about the Hour of Code in CFB!
Look for the 2019 Hour of Code badges soon.
There's a badge for all levels of engagement, designed to recognize your commitment to sharing this opportunity with your students.
Twitter Challenge
That's all for now, team. If you have questions about Game On CFB, you can always email your DLS, or ask the whole team via DLSTeam@cfbisd.edu.
Be on the look out for the next digital update and keep earning those badges!
Congratulations to the following readers for winning the newsletter contest from our last issue:
Briana Campion
Kacie Britton
Thank you for reading the entire Game On CFB Newsletter! Enter this month's contest here!