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Click the link to the below to access the handouts for our All-Staff workshop on April 28th.

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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.

Getting Started with Webex in 2021

By Matt Lee | August 6, 2021
The all new Webex brings everyone together to do exceptional work: One easy-to-use and secure app to message, meet and get work done. For folks that have been using Webex over the past year, we’ve put together a resource highlighting…

Webex Upgrades!

By Matt Lee | August 3, 2021
Webex has changed dramatically since we first deployed it to start the 2020-21 school year. There are a TON of great new features and refinements to help make your life easier and more efficient. One App The first major change…

Technology Update #60 – New Staff Essentials 2021

By Matt Lee | August 3, 2021
Welcome to Westside! This email may be a bit long, but contains everything you need to know to get started with district technology and services. District Intranet The district Intranet is a shared Google file that houses important documents that…

Back to School 2021 Tech Offerings

By Matt Lee | July 7, 2021

Request an App or Service

By Matt Lee | June 2, 2021
iPad and macOS App and Online Service Request Policy and Procedure Last updated: May 2, 2024 Summary All rostered services will need to have rostering integration with Clever and be approved by the Teaching and Learning team. Apps for macOS…

Getting Started with your iPad

By Matt Lee | April 14, 2021
Got your iPad? Ready to be productive with it? Check out the slide show below for tips and tricks on how to get started! Click the image below to get started.

A New Resource: Adobe Spark

By Matt Lee | April 14, 2021
What is Adobe Spark? Adobe Spark is the integrated web and mobile solution that enables everyone, especially teachers and their students, to easily create and share impactful visual stories. Adobe Spark supports three story formats, three ways to express ideas:…

What’s New With Webex: April 2021

By Matt Lee | April 12, 2021
Webex Meetings version 41.4 launched in March! Here’s a look at some of the great new features available to Westside students and staff. New and improved Grid View Need to get a closer look at someone’s video? By default, the…

What’s New with Webex: March 2021

By Matt Lee | April 12, 2021
Webex Meetings version 41.3 launched in March! Here’s a look at some of the great new features available to Westside students and staff. In-Meeting Q/A As part of our Webex’s effort to bring training features into meetings as standard functionality,…

LaunchPad 2021

By Matt Lee | April 9, 2021
Click Here for Session Resources Event Overview This in-person event for certified staff and administrators will take place starting on May 28, 2021 at Westside High School. Staff will then select one of the following days to attend: June 1st,…