Ryan Becker
Technology Support
Introduction
Hello! My name is Ryan Becker and I am the new Technology Site Tech for Aspen Elementary. I am originally from Las Cruces, New Mexico. I have a wonderful wife and two beautiful daughters. Previously, I worked for the Children, Youth and Families Department for 12 Years. I worked with a variety of youth ages ranging from 13 to 20. I look forward to working with the Aspen Elementary Team and parents to help with any technology needs.
Tech Tips
For Parents Helping Children at Home
Make space for learning
Maintain breaks such as snack time and recess
Allow them to interact with friends via video chats
Mix screen time with old school learning mediums
Keep in touch with other parents
Don’t underestimate the power of a schedule
Don’t let your children treat this as a vacation
Remember to schedule time for fun
Source: www.theladders.com/career-advice/tips-for-parents-online-learning-with-children
Frequently Used Apps
PowerSchool
PowerSchool is the student information system used by the Los Alamos Public School District. It is a web-based application that allows parents and students to log into a secure account from home, school or work; access real-time assignments, grades and attendance; request reports; email teachers; and more.
Clever, a single sign‑on platform for K–12 education
With Clever, each student has a personalized portal with a single login for all of their online programs and resources. Students easily log in and immerse themselves in learning while teachers save precious instruction time.
Google Classroom
Google Classroom is a class-organization platform that incorporates Google's core G Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, and other Google products) so students can access everything they need for a class, including homework assignments, group projects, files, and even Google Hangouts to chat with the teacher or the entire class. Seesaw serves a similar function for K/1.
Tech Help
If you are having hardware issues (broken keys, camera not working, etc.), need technical help signing in to Google or Clever; or have general technical questions, please email aspenhelp@laschools.net if your device is having problems.
Sal Zapien
For any issues related to educational websites or videos not loading, please email your child’s teacher and Salvador Zapien (s.zapien@laschools.net).
Coaching
For help learning to use Google application, complete this form.
