Teachers.Technology

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Data Backup 101: Protect Your Work, Protect Your Peace of Mind

By Bridget Brown | April 15, 2025

Haven’t updated? Nows the time! Check out these NEW features in iPadOS 18!

By Matt Lee | February 3, 2025

Phish-ing for Trouble? How to Dodge Digital Sharks in Your Inbox

By Matt Lee | February 3, 2025

Tech Tools For Timely and Specific Feedback

By Bridget Brown | January 28, 2025

Favorite Pages

By Bridget Brown | January 24, 2025

We publish our newsletter monthly with tips, tricks and technology updates. Click the link below to browse through the archive.

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Westside teachers earn Apple and Google certifications!

Apple Teachers are recognized for their understanding of how to use Apple products for teaching and learning. They have proven knowledge of using iPad, Mac, and built-in apps to enhance productivity and inspire creativity in their classrooms and beyond.

Google Certified Level 1 Educators are those that have learned the fundamentals of using Google tools in the classroom. Level 1 validates standard technology implementation skills.

Learn more here!

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Announcing Teachers in Technology! Westside’s technology professional learning program for teachers, by teachers.

Teachers in technology, or TNT for short, is a teacher facilitated program that works to improve how staff use technology in their classroom. Launching in the Spring of 2022, the first cohort of teachers will participate in the program in fall, 2022.

For more information, including how to apply to be a team member or in the cohort, click the link below.

TNT Information.

Ai at Westside Workshop

By Matt Lee | April 23, 2025

The resources on this page will be used to help explore the capabilities of AI and how it can help improve teacher productivity. Activity 1: Apple Intelligence Step 1: Turn on Apple Intelligence (If you haven’t already) If Apple Intelligence…

Data Backup 101: Protect Your Work, Protect Your Peace of Mind

By Bridget Brown | April 15, 2025

Let’s face it—data loss doesn’t wait for a convenient moment. Whether it’s a laptop crash, accidental deletion, or a cyberattack, losing important files can bring productivity to a halt and create major headaches for everyone involved. That’s why backing up…

Refresh 2025 FAQ

By Matt Lee | April 10, 2025

Refresh 2025 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page for the upcoming device update at Westside. This resource is designed to provide clear, up-to-date information about what certified and classified staff can expect as we transition to…

Digital Spring Cleaning

By Bridget Brown | April 10, 2025

As we welcome the fresh air and renewal of spring, it’s the perfect time to give our digital lives the same treatment. Just like you would declutter your home, doing a digital spring cleanup of your devices helps boost efficiency,…

Haven’t updated? Nows the time! Check out these NEW features in iPadOS 18!

By Matt Lee | February 3, 2025

Have you held off on updating to iPad OS 18? Now’s the time! Don’t miss out on a great suite of features designed to enhance productivity and streamline workflows on your iPad. Here are the top three tips to maximize…

Phish-ing for Trouble? How to Dodge Digital Sharks in Your Inbox

By Matt Lee | February 3, 2025

Imagine this: You’re sipping your morning coffee, skimming through your emails, when you see one from your principal with the subject line: “URGENT: Click Now for Important Payroll Update.” You panic—what if your paycheck is wrong? You click the link…

Tech Tools For Timely and Specific Feedback

By Bridget Brown | January 28, 2025

Timely feedback is one of the most powerful tools educators have to shape student success, yet it’s often overlooked or delayed. When students receive feedback quickly, they can better understand their strengths and areas for improvement, making it easier to…

Favorite Pages

By Bridget Brown | January 24, 2025

*Note-this tip is specific to those who have Admin Access. PowerSchool Users can create a list of favorite pages similar to bookmarks for easier and more efficient navigationin PowerSchool. These favorites are user-specific and can be organized into personalized categories.