Media/Tech Updates - Week of 3/1

 #ReadAcrossUnderwood

#ReadAcrossUnderwood is March 1 - 5!  Here are some easy ways to celebrate reading  - http://bit.ly/readacrossunderwood  This would be a great week to schedule Andrea or Elizabeth for a class read-a-loud or an introduction to checking out library books or eBooks. 

Specialists will be doing live Bedtime Stories March 1 - 4 at 7:00pm. Please share this information with your students and families - http://bit.ly/ugtmbedtimestory

Reminders

• If a student comes to school without a device (they've left their's at home), please email Andrea ASAP in the morning. Devices will be distributed between 10:30 - 11:30am.  **Device can possibly be distributed in time for 3-5 elective if we know early enough. 
• If you take a book from the library, it must be checked out. You can text Andrea or Elizabeth the WCPSS barcode if we're not available to check out.  We're finding that there are MANY books missing from the shelves, and they happen to be ones used in our curriculum. Thanks for your help.

FEEDBACK NEEDED: Destiny Collections

Have you checked out our Destiny Collections? These are customized resource collections available to staff and students. To access, go to Follett/Destiny (Rapid Identity), then scroll down on the Destiny Discover page to Collections. 

Unfortunately, we are not able to track usage of Destiny Collections. Please take 30 seconds to fill out this survey - Destiny Collection Feedback

Media Center Calendar

If you'd like to add the Media Center calendar to your Google Calendar, here is the link - Media Center Calendar

Smart TV's

We have 2 large brand-new Smart TV's, similar to the one we use in the media center, that can be used in classrooms (in place of Smartboards.) Ms. Weed and Ms. Koh are using one in their rooms if you have any questions about pros/cons. If you would like to try one of these TV's, let Andrea know. 

Media/Tech Updates - Week of February 22

Media Center 

The media center space is beginning to be used more as we're back in the building. This is wonderful as we've missed the hustle and bustle of the space! 

If you need the space for teaching, a meeting, testing, etc., please email me so I can put you on the calendar. In the past we've able to "make" space as needed, but now we'll need to closely monitor who is using the space to keep it safe. Thanks for your help!

Media Center Calendar

If you'd like to add the Media Center calendar to your Google Calendar, here is the link - Media Center Calendar

Presenting...Dunston's Domain! 

Tech savvy Mr. Dunston is sharing his knowledge with staff in Dunston's Domain! His tips are ALWAYS a BIG HIT (and super helpful)! Go here to check out the first issue of Dunston's Domain - Dunston's Domain Issue #1.

Smart TV's

We have 3 large brand-new Smart TV's, similar to the one we use in the media center, that can be used in classrooms (in place of Smartboards.) Ms. Weed is using one in her room if you have any questions about pros/cons. If you would like to try one of these TV's, let Andrea know. They will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.

Freebies for your Classroom Library

Everybody books, chapter books, and more! These will be out in the library until Thursday, 2/25. 

#ReadAcrossUnderwood

Let's celebrate Read Across America (formerly Dr. Suess Day) the week of March 1 - 5! The purpose is “....to help motivate kids to read, bring the joys of reading to students of all ages, and make all children feel valued and welcome.”   (National Education Association)   

Check out these ideas for participating at Underwood - #readacrossunderwood  Feel free to add your ideas to this collaborative document!

Specialists will be doing #readacrossunderwood Bedtime Stories this week!  Please share this doc with your families - #readacrossunderwood Family Information