#TechTipTuesday AI tools mean you always have access to texts that are tailored to your learners' interests and reading abilities!

Have you used AI to make stories?
#mvsd_mb #ILoveToRead

It may be the shortest month of the year but we are busy over here in the world of ICT!

Check your inbox for the newest edition of the #mvsd_mb ICT Newsletter

#TechTipTuesday As we bring Clean Up Your Computer month to a close we are focusing on cleaning up your digital footprint.

This extends beyond a specific device and focuses more on your online presence.
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#MantraMonday It is Data Privacy Week and we know that it is more important than ever to remain diligent in mitigating risks when it is in our control

We need to reflect on:
- do you know where data is going?
- how are you strengthening the privacy and security of this information?
#mvsd_mb

#FollowFriday goes to @ditchthattextbook.com ! Matt provides tons of great "use it tomorrow" ideas, tech tips, and encourages a growth mindset

Matt is going to be in Brandon next month for the BYTE Conference so make sure you register today!

Give them a follow on your platform of choice

#mvsd_mb

#WowWednesday have you seen Smith-Jackson School pop up in your Facebook feed?

Follow along to see announcements, reminders, school photos and more!

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#TechTipTuesday we've been back at school for a few weeks & the weather kept us trapped inside for much of that time.

With illness rising, disinfection of high-touch areas like devices can play a role in keeping everyone healthy.

#mvsd_mb #cleanupyourcomputermonth

#MantraMonday The 3rd Monday in January is known as Blue Monday.

For those who are struggling & need support, technology provides an avenue for connection, access to information & assistance from the comfort of your home

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#TechTipTuesday & Wk 2 of #CleanUpYourComputerMonth how do you name and organize your digital files?

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#MantraMonday as our Gr 9-12 staff put the final touches on final assessments, I ask that you reflect on the accommodations you implemented during the semester.

Are they present in your final assessment options? Don't let the formality of "final exams" overshadow this step #mvsd_mb

Friday was a fab day for a Gr 4/5 & Gr 3 class at #ecolemacneill. Both classes had their 1st day communicating with their #GlobalPenpalProject using @bookcreator.com We had such a great time & look forward to next week’s entry! #mvsd_mb #Mieexpert

#FollowFriday you don't want to miss out on the BYTE Conference happening in Brandon on February 14th!

Check out their website or follow along on their social media platforms to catch all the updates.

#mvsd_mb #bytemb

#WOWWednesday did you know that the BYTE Conference registration is open?

Not only that, two of our #mvsd_mb team will be on site delivering amazing sessions! I'm so excited to see these 2 showcase their knowledge next month.

You can get all the details at
sites.google.com/view/bytecon...

A Kahoot multiple choice question

A photo of our Kahootopia world map

Showing where you would type your password associated with your account

What a #TerrificTechTuesday at #EcoleMacneill. Our day started off with Gr 1s logging in with their super secure 8 digit passwords and playing #Kahoot. #mvsd_mb #MicrosoftEdu #EduSky

#TechTipTuesday it's Clean Up Your Computer month and this checklist can get you started!

What task will you start with? #mvsd_mb

Happy New Year!

📩The ICT Department is back in action and there is a brand new ICT newsletter in your inbox this afternoon

We are looking forward to supporting you in all your ICT goals this year 😊

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Wishing everyone a safe, happy, & restorative winter break from everyone at the MVSD ICT Team.

See you all again in January 2025.

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#TechTipTuesday as we head into the winter break, it is important to prep our digital tools to help ensure they align with your schedule
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Then one of gr 2/3 classes hit Kahootopia Island #10 while they played & learned about various Christmas traditions! #Kahoot #mvsd_mb #mieexpert

Today our gr 1s took on more coding with @microbit.org We made Jingle Bells sound great! #mvsd_mb #coding #mieexpert

#MantraMonday we are in the final week teacher friends!

#mvsd_mb #EduSky

#FollowFriday keep the skills introduced during Computer Science Week going all year long with Code.org

We use their #HourOfCode activities extensively

#mvsd_mb #CSEdWeek

#TechTipTuesday Hour of Code is one of the most accessible ways to try out coding; there is something for everyone

#mvsd_mb #CompSciEdWk

Computer Science Education Week is here!

If you've been curious about coding, this is the time to check it out; learn alongside your students.

#MantraMonday #mvsd_mb #CSEdWk

Screen showing a page of code using a micro:bit

Minecraft Education Agent plushy in front of an Hour of Code certificate

#ecolemacneil Gr 1s started #Csedweek early! AM - we coded a fun emoji rock/paper/scissors game on @microbit.org PM - we did the #MinecraftEdu Hour of Code with our book buddies from Gr 2/3. It was such an amazing day - enthusiasm galore! #mieexpert #mvsd_mb

#FollowFriday get prepped for Computer Science Education Week, which starts on Monday, by checking out CSEdWeek.org

Their website has tons of great information and resources to get you started!

#mvsd_mb #CSEdweek

Using @microbit.org , another 4/5 class started working on their Christmas songs. They had to identify the notes (name/duration) then headed over to #MicrosoftMakeCode to start bringing their songs to life!! #mvsd_mb #MIEExpert

We are #esports. We learn, we share, we grow in skills of all types, we mentor, we include all players and we have an absolute tonne of fun playing! My #ecolemacneill group held our last mtg of 2024 today. Candy canes and so much joy! #mvsd_mb #MSEA #minecrafteducation #EduSky

#WOWWednesday In 2023 Emma participated in our Comp. Sci. Ed Week and this year she took charge to bring these activities back to her students

Students strengthened their computational thinking through various coding & engineering activities via our Tech Kits. Way to go!

#mvsd_mb #CompSciWk

Earlier in the day, we coded a quick math game using @microbit-edu.bsky.social with the grade 4s. They created the rules for each button & also tried adjusting the parameters for each of the +-/x operations! #EduSky #mvsd_mb