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As a classroom teacher, I was
regularly approached by my stu-
dents and their parents for re-
placement copies of assignments
and forms as well as reminders for
tasks, homework, and deadlines. I
used to participate in what I now
call a “power struggle” because I
felt that my seventh graders
should be responsible enough to
keep track of their work and also
innovative enough to solve the
problems of misplaced items on
their own. I really thought that it
wasn’t up to me to provide the
extras, and therefore did it be-
grudgingly.
But, my hypocrisy struck me as I was going through the process of
filling out my DMV registration
form—a form that had
“disappeared” from my desk at
home. Do I call the DMV? Do I
drive down and go ask to speak to
someone and tell them my sad
story? No! Thankfully, the DMV
has a comprehensive, user-
friendly website that is just wait-
ing for needy people like myself.
Forms are easy to find and I was
able to take care of the whole
process electronically.
It was this experience that really
helped me to see all students as
little versions of you and me—
people who might need the extra
reminder or replacement copy.
So, it is with this in mind that I
developed my classroom website.
My objective was simple: create a
website that helped my students
and their families feel prepared
for the learning in my classroom.
Building Your Web Presence By Cate Tolnai
Tool of the Month for
October
Microsoft
Outlook
Stay tuned for
Outlook support that focuses on
a variety of topics like: distribu-
tion list creation, Calendar crea-
tion and sharing, management of
tasks and appointments, or-
ganization, cleaning, and mainte-
nance of your In Box, and more!
L O O M I S U N I O N S C H O O L D I S T R I C T
September 2013
Volume 1, Issue 2
EdTech Updates
Recommended Free
Classroom Website
Options
There are several free options
for web hosting of classroom
sites. Check out which one is
your “right fit!”
◊ Edlio: the District web host
that offers a simple platform
to build informative webpages
◊ Weebly : an attractive drag-n-
drop webpage builder that is a
great next step for teachers
ready to add some media and
spunk to their page
◊ Schoology : an interactive
option that offers advanced
features like a communication
platform between users and
teacher similar to a blog or
online bulletin board
Ongoing Instructional Technology Support
Upcoming
Technology Trainings
Join me from 3:00-4:00pm in
the District Training Center for
support on the following tools:
Teacher Web Pages: 9/25
Outlook Beyond Email: 10/16
What that meant to me was
regularly updating my Home page
with announcements and down-
loadable documents for quick and
easy access. Class syllabus and
expectations? Front and center! If
I referred to it, it appeared on my
Home page. It also meant that I
needed to be diligent about up-
dating the Homework and
Projects page of my site. Finally, it
meant that I showcased student
learning through video, photos,
and narrative explanations.
I challenge each of you to think
about WHY you have a classroom
website. In doing so, I think you
will get closer to developing a webpresence that matches your voice,
the character of your learning
space, and your goals as the
professional in the classroom.
Introducing Our New Technology Support Team!
I’m thrilled to introduce our
technology support liaisons for
the 2013-2014 school year! These
individuals are willing to not only
share their knowledge of
technology and integration, but
also gain more knowledge
through professional
development, social networking,
and research. Join me in
recognizing and thanking them in
advance for the help they have (or
will) provide to each of us.
HCP: Steve Harber, Patty Carter
Loomis: Susan McQueen
Franklin: Lori Jenkins
LBCS: Justin VonSpreckelsen
Penryn: Becky Connolly
Ophir: Lisa Radoycis
Placer: Todd Wright
Look for them in their bright
blue shirts!
A Website Just for Us
www.LUSDeducators.org Check out our one-stop shop
for all things related to
technology and curriculum!
Join our Facebook Family! Check out the great resources!
www.facebook.com/groups/LUSDeducators/ www.LUSDeducators.org