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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Summer’s still going strong! ☀️ Catch up with the latest updates in our July/August newsletter and subscribe to stay in the loop this fall: bit.ly/edtech-signup Read it now: smore.com/n/qhzknd ⭐️ #ButteCOE

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

Teachers—Ready to save time and boost engagement? 📣 Join us virtually on Sept 9th for An Easier Way to Teach—#EduProtocols with Jacob Carr, author of the EduProtocol Field Guide: ELA Edition! Free for #ButteCOE educators | 3:45–5:00 PM PST Register now: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ Flyer: bit.ly/eduP-sept

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Ready to bring AI into your classroom or leadership role? 🚀 Our Fall 2025 PD lineup is packed with powerful, practical sessions designed for educators and administrators alike. Check out these and other upcoming sessions at bit.ly/edtech-pd! #ButteCOE

Want to work smarter with AI next year? We've got you covered. bit.ly/edtech-pd

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Is your Drive a mess after a long school year? Let’s fix that! Join us on May 21st from 3:45–4:45 PM PT for a virtual session focused on turning digital chaos into clarity. FREE for Butte County educators | $15 for out-of-county educators. Register Now: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ #ButteCOE #EduSky

Effortless Year-End Organization with Google Drive. Turn end-of-year file chaos into an organized and productive Drive! Explore time-saving strategies, advanced search techniques, creative folder systems, and naming conventions that make sense. Whether you want a smooth transition into summer or a strong start to the next school year, this session will give you the tools to achieve a Drive that works as hard as you do. May 21st, 2025. 3:45-4:45 PM PT. FREE to Butte County educators and those in the Butte Teacher Induction Program. $15 for out-of-county educators. Questions? Contact edtech@bcoe.org!

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Happy #TeacherAppreciationDay! From the EdTech Team, we say THANK YOU. ⭐ Thank you for embracing new tools to reach every learner. ⭐ Thank you for your innovation in the face of change. ⭐ Thank you for being a steady, positive force in your classrooms and beyond. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #EduSky

Colorful graphic with school supplies: "Thank you! Teacher Appreciation Day. EdTech BCOE."

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

The final #EduProtocols series session happens 5/7 at 3:45 PM PT: Using AI to Create and Analyze EduProtocols Resources! 😎 This session will focus on practical strategies like prompting, resource adaptation, and working with student-facing platforms. Register @ bit.ly/edtech-pd! #ButteCOE #EduSky

EduProtocols Workshop Series. Transform your teaching with innovative strategies! Explore practical protocols to boost student engagement, critical thinking, and creativity while simplifying lesson planning! Pricing: Free for California Educators. $15 per session for out-of-state participants. Register Now: bit.ly/edtech-pd

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Join us virtually on April 24th for Digital Curation: Tools for Teachers! Explore simple, powerful tools to find, filter, and share high-quality digital content! 🔗 Registration: bit.ly/edtech-pd 📄 Flyer: bit.ly/digitalcuration-flyer #ButteCOE #edTech #EduSky

Digital Curation: Tools for Teachers. Digital curation (the process of collecting, organizing, and sharing digital content) can be a powerful tool for educators to enhance student learning. This session will provide teachers with practical tips and tools for effective digital curation using free and freemium platforms such as Wakelet, Smore, Padlet, YouTube, and more. April 24, 2025. 3:45-4:45 PM. Virtual. REGISTER NOW: bit.ly/edtech-pd

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

April's Coaching Collaborative meetup is in the works! If you're an educator in California (teacher, TOSA or Coach, or simply a CS or AI enthusiast), come join on 4/23 for our one-hour virtual monthly get-together! Free Registration: bit.ly/edtech-pd ✨ #ButteCOE #CAEdChat #EduSky #EduSkyChat

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Join us virtually on April 24th from 3:45–4:45 PM PT for Digital Curation: Tools for Teachers—a practical session on collecting, organizing, and sharing digital content to enhance student learning. 🔗 Register: bit.ly/edtech-pd 📄 Flyer: bit.ly/digitalcuration-flyer #ButteCOE #EduSky

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Calling all Multiple Subject Teachers—ready to connect, collaborate, and innovate? Join us on May 5th for the kickoff of The Mosaic Project, a new COP centered on math, science, and computer science! Registration and Details: bit.ly/integration-reg 🎉 Full Flyer: bit.ly/mosaic-framing #ButteCOE

Framing the Future of Integration. May 5th, 2025. 4:00-7:00 PM. FREE, Taco Bar Dinner Provided. Multiple Subject Teachers Invited. 2491 Carmichael Drive, Suite 300. Chico, CA 95928. Register Now! bit.ly/integration-reg

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Canva for Education makes it easy to create, collaborate, and communicate visually in the classroom and beyond! Come explore key features and tools, learn practical classroom applications, and create and share a project. REGISTER: bit.ly/edtech-pd ✨ FLYER: bit.ly/canvaflyer2025 #ButteCOE #EduSky

An Introduction to Canva for Education. April 9th, 2025. 3:45-4:45 PM PST. This virtual session is free to Butte County educators and Butte Teacher Induction Program. A $15 fee applies for educators from outside Butte County. Register: bit.ly/edtech-pd

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Join us as we highlight how #ComputationalThinking integrates into EVERY classroom as well as engage in a coaching conversation around listening and prompting. Free Registration: bit.ly/edtech-pd ✨ March 26th, 3:30-4:30 PM PT Virtual (Zoom) All California educators welcome! #EduSky #CSforCA

Coaching Collaborative flyer. Guest speakers in March: Janet Brownell and Anna Brink-Capriola from Butte County Office of Education's Educational Technology Department.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Join us on Thursday, March 20th, from 3:45-4:45 PM PT for Essential Chrome Extensions for Educators and discover powerful extensions like MagicSchool AI, Brisk, Awesome Screenshot, Grammarly, Mote, and more! REGISTRATION: bit.ly/edtech-pd ✨ FLYER: bit.ly/essentialchrome #EdTech #EduSky #Chrome

Essential Chrome Extensions for Educators

March 20th, 2025
3:45-4:45 PM PST

This virtual session is free to Butte County educators and the Butte Teacher Induction Program. A $15 fee applies for educators from outside of Butte County.

Registration and Details: bit.ly/edtech-pd

Questions? Contact edtech@bcoe.org.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

In all major Internet browsers, pressing Ctrl + W closes the current tab. If there aren't multiple tabs open, pressing Ctrl + W closes the browser. The more you know! 🌈 (Remember, on a Mac, all "Ctrl" are replaced with "Cmd") #ButteCOE #EdTech #KeyboardShortcuts #EduSky

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Boost your productivity with Google Chrome! Learn how to manage accounts, organize tabs, and customize your setup for a smoother workflow. Join us virtually Feb 20th, 3:45-4:45 PM PST! 🔗 Register: bit.ly/edtech-pd 📄 Flyer: bit.ly/chrome-secrets #ButteCOE #GoogleForEdu #EdTech #EduSky #Teachers

Chrome Secrets: Work Smarter, Not Harder. Register: bit.ly/edtech-pd. February 20th, 2025. 3:45-4:45 PM PST.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Ready to empower students with AI? Join us virtually on March 11th from 3:45-4:45 PM PT for a dynamic session on student-facing AI tools! This FREE session is open to #ButteCOE educators! Outside Butte County, CA: $15 🔗 Register: bit.ly/edtech-pd 📄 Flyer: bit.ly/studentAI-mar25 #EduSky

Empowering Students with AI: Tools for Future-Ready Learning. March 11th, 2025. 3:45-4:45 PM PT.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

A+ Communication: Email Essentials for Educators REGISTRATION: bit.ly/edtech-pd FLYER: bit.ly/comm-feb12 February 12th, 2025 3:45-4:45 PM PST Virtual This event is free for all Butte County Educators. Educators outside of Butte County will be charged $15.00 for this event. #ButteCOE #EduSky

Identify best practices for professional communication, including the use of email signatures, proper formatting and tone, the crafting of clear subject lines, and the use of AI assistance. With these skills and others, educators can convey their message effectively and maintain a polished and professional image in all email interactions!

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Empower your students with critical thinking and problem-solving skills through simple, practical strategies for any subject! Computational Thinking Across the Curriculum: Integrate, Don’t Isolate 3/5/25, 3:45-5:15 PM PST Stipend available via #SeasonsofCS! #ButteCOE #EduSky #CSforAll

Computational Thinking Across the Curriculum: Integrate, Don’t Isolate

Empower your students with critical thinking and problem-solving skills through simple, practical strategies for any subject!

Limited Seats!

REGISTER NOW:
bit.ly/edtech-pd

$125 stipend available!

March 5th, 2025
3:45-5:15 PM
Online via Zoom
FREE

Limited seating
available.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

There are plenty of PORTScast opportunities still available in the month of January, including TWO from #ButteCounty! Check out #BidwellMansion and #LakeOroville on Tuesday! 💻 ports.parks.ca.gov/2-portscast/... #ButteCOE #CAStateParks #VirtualFieldTrip #CAEdChat #EduSky

PORTScast calendar with remaining January activities, including two highlighted yellow on January 28th: Lake Oroville and Bidwell Mansion.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

So, you’ve joined the AI revolution and have started to leverage these tools safely and productively in your own work. Are you ready to start teaching students how to safely navigate the world of AI? REGISTRATION / DETAILS: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ FLYER: bit.ly/studentAI25 #EduSkyAI #EduSky #ButteCOE

EMPOWERING STUDENTS WITH AI: Tools for Future-Ready Learning. You’ve joined the AI revolution and have started to leverage these tools safely and productively in your own work. Are you ready to start teaching students how to safely navigate the world of AI?
January 23rd, 2025
3:45 - 4:45 PM PT

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Northern California educators, a new Community of Practice awaits! We will meet monthly to collaborate and share perspectives on #Coaching and #ComputerScience. Join us! Flyer: bit.ly/coach-collab First COP: January 23rd, 3:30-4:45 PM PST Registration: bit.ly/edtech-pd #CSforCA #EdTech #CAEdChat

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Did you miss the January edition of #EdTechBCOE News? Check it out! ➡️ smore.com/n/cez4y ✨ Free coaching support for #ButteCOE educators ✨ A free Wellness & Balance email series open to all ✨ Upcoming virtual #EdTech PD sessions: Canva in Edu, AI in Education, Diffit, and more! #EduSky #EduSkyAI

Four "Coach Cards": Janet, Laurie, Jake, and Anna

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Individual #EduProtocols sessions are now available! Sign up for your favorites ASAP! 💻 All registrations visible at bit.ly/edtech-pd! NINE session choices, January through May! FREE for California educators! $15 per session for out-of-state participants. #ButteCOE #EduSky #EduProtocol #Teachers

EduProtocols Workshop Series
Attend one, attend all!
Wednesdays, 3:45-5:00 PM PST

Transform your teaching with innovative strategies! Explore practical protocols to boost student engagement, critical thinking, and creativity while simplifying lesson planning!

NINE sessions available, January through May! Free for California Educators. $15 per session for out-of-state participants.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

So, you’ve joined the AI revolution and have started to leverage these tools safely and productively in your own work. Are you ready to start teaching students how to safely navigate the world of AI? January 23rd. 3:45-4:45 PM PT.
This session is FREE to all educators working within Butte County as well as educators who are part of the Butte Teacher Induction Program. Please register with your school email address.

This session is also available to educators outside of Butte County for a $15 fee. CSU, Chico students may attend for a reduced $10 fee.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

WEDNESDAY! Join us for Differentiation with Diffit: Leveled Texts and More! REGISTER NOW: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ FLYER: bit.ly/diffit25 Free for #ButteCOE. $15 for all other educators! #EduSky #Differentiation #EduSkyAI #EdTech

Discover how Diffit, a cutting-edge AI tool, streamlines the creation of differentiated reading materials for every student. Learn how to quickly adapt existing content or generate customized texts that meet various proficiency levels and learning needs. With just a few clicks, you can export personalized resources that save time and enhance student engagement, making differentiation easier than ever. Freemium product.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

#ButteCOE is partnering with #GirlsWhoCode to bring free and fun #ComputerScience activities to you! Receive resources, activities, and curriculum for 3rd-12th grade students -- no prior coding experience needed! See details below and register at: bit.ly/edtech-pd ✨ #CSforAll #EduSky

Butte County Office of Education is partnering with Girls Who Code to bring free and fun computer science activities to you! When you start a free Girls Who Code Club, you’ll receive resources, activities, and curriculum for 3rd-12th grade students to unleash their creativity, gain valuable coding skills, and imagine themselves as future tech leaders and innovators. No prior coding experience needed!

January 8th OR January 9th
3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Free to ALL educators!
REGISTER AT: bit.ly/edtech-pd

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

From preventing eye strain to conscientiously curating your social media feed, our tips are designed to help you find a healthier balance between work and personal life. Sign up for free at bit.ly/wb-emails! ✨ We'll begin on February 3rd! #BCOEWellnessAndBalance #ButteCOE #EduSky #Wellness

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

Start 2025 off with a bang by reserving your spot for the EduProtocols Beginner or Advanced Series! Hosted by #EduProtocols author Jacob Carr, each series features six sessions packed with classroom-ready protocols! REGISTER: bit.ly/edtech-pd 📌 Open to all! #ButteCOE #EduSky #Pedagogy #Teaching

EduProtocols Advanced Series. Cost: $50. Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 13. Time: 3:45-5:00 PM PST.

EduProtocols Beginner Series. Cost: $50. Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12. Time: 3:45-5:00 PM PST.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

The days before Winter Break can be a stressful time for students and teachers alike. Take 60 seconds to reset yourself with pixelthoughts.co Type in a stressful thought and watch it gently fade away, with calming music and reframing phrases. #ButteCOE #BCOEWellnessandBalance #SEL #EdTech #EduSky

Put a stressful thought in the star. "What is bothering you?" Picture of an empty star with a text box to type into.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Join us for 'Empowering Educators: An Introduction to AI in Education,' where we'll demystify AI and highlight its significance in modern classrooms. Understand how AI works and explore powerful tools designed to enhance teaching and learning. Details & Flyer: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ #EduSky #EduSkyAI

Empowering Educators: An Introduction to AI in Education. Understand how AI works and explore powerful tools designed to enhance teaching and learning. Whether you're new to AI or looking to expand your tech skills, this session will inspire and empower you for the future of education. January 8th, 2025. 3:45-5:00 PM Pacific. REGISTER AT bit.ly/edtech-pd

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

How can you help your students remember Ctrl + X = CUT? Think of "X" as a pair of scissors! ✂️ Cut out your text, image, or other object and save it to paste elsewhere later! (Remember, on a Mac, all "Ctrl" are replaced with "Cmd") #ButteCOE #EdTech #KeyboardShortcuts #EduSky

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

#CanvaForEducation makes it easy to create, collaborate, and communicate visually in the classroom and beyond! Come explore key features and tools, learn practical classroom applications, and create and share a basic project. REGISTRATION: bit.ly/edtech-pd ✨ FLYER: bit.ly/canvaflyer25 #ButteCOE

An Introduction to Canva for Education. January 8th or 9th, 2025. 3:45 - 5:00 PM PT. This virtual session is free to Butte County educators and the Butte Teacher Induction Program. A $15 fee applies for educators from outside of Butte County. REGISTER: bit.ly/edtech-pd

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Bring free and fun computer science activities to your community with Butte County Office of Education and Girls Who Code! Join us to learn more about how you can start a coding club for your 3rd-12th grade students - no prior experience required! REGISTRATION/DETAILS: bit.ly/edtech-pd ✨ #ButteCOE

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Explore the world of physics with PocketLab's G-Force! Perfect for students of all ages, this innovative sensor measures acceleration, velocity, direction and more, bringing abstract STEM concepts to life in real-time. #ButteCOE educators can borrow PocketLab G-Force from the #EdTechExchange today!

PocketLab G-Force. Available for local educators to borrow via the BCOE Educational Technology Exchange. See details at: bit.ly/edtech-exchange

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

So, you’ve joined the AI revolution and have started to leverage these tools safely and productively in your own work. Are you ready to start teaching students how to safely navigate the world of AI? REGISTRATION & DETAILS: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ FLYER: bit.ly/studentAI25 #ButteCOE #EduSky #EduSkyAI

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Curate your feed for positivity! 🌻 Take a moment to follow optimistic, thoughtful creators and surround yourself with content that uplifts and inspires. (See our FB post for a few ideas!) #ButteCOE #BCOEWellnessAndBalance #EduSky

Image of a person sitting with a laptop and the text: "Conscientiously curate your social media feed. Take a moment to follow optimistic, thoughtful content creators."

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Diffit, a cutting-edge AI tool, streamlines the creation of differentiated reading materials for every student. Quickly adapt existing content or generate customized texts... details below! REGISTRATION: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ FLYER: bit.ly/diffit25 #ButteCOE #EduSky #EdTech #Diffit #Differentiation

Differentiation with Diffit: Leveled Texts and More! Register at bit.ly/edtech-pd. January 15th, 2025. 3:45-4:45 PM PST.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

One less keystroke coming your way! Need to copy an object? Ctrl + C (copy) and Ctrl + V (paste) can be combined into ONE: Ctrl + D (duplicate). Added Bonus: Using Ctrl +D overrides any other item already saved to your clipboard! #ButteCOE #EdTech #KeyboardShortcuts #EduSky

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Start 2025 off with a bang by reserving your spot for the EduProtocols Beginner or Advanced Series! Hosted by #EduProtocols author Jacob Carr, each series features 6 sessions packed with classroom-ready protocols! REGISTER: bit.ly/edtech-pd 📌 Open to all! #ButteCOE #EduSky @eduprotocols.bsky.social

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Sit up straight! 💻 Use a laptop stand or external keyboard to adjust your screen height and improve posture, reducing neck and back strain. Your body will thank you! #ButteCOE #BCOEWellnessAndBalance #Posture #EduSky

Image of a person sitting with a laptop and the text: "Use a laptop stand or external keyboard to adjust your screen height and improve posture, reducing neck and back strain."

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

Tame your inbox! 📧 Set up email filters to automatically sort important messages and reduce that overwhelming feeling when you open your inbox in the morning. #ButteCOE #BCOEWellnessAndBalance #EduSky #EmailFilters #Wellness

"Set up email filters to automatically sort important messages and reduce the overwhelm of seeing a full inbox first thing in the morning." Image with a sun on top and a woman sitting at her laptop at the bottom.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Google Slides is far more than a presentation tool—it's a powerful platform for creativity and engagement in the classroom! Flyer / Full Details: bit.ly/slides-dec24 Registration: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ #ButteCOE #EduSky #GoogleForEdu #GoogleSlides

Reinventing Google Slides: Creative Ideas for Classroom Engagement. December 4th, 2024. 3:45-4:45 PM PST.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

#GirlsWhoCode and #ButteCOE are partnered through the GWC Club Program! This free program is designed by experts and open to all skill levels and genders. You do NOT need prior coding experience! Check out girlswhocode.com/programs/clubs-program and reach out to partner with us! #CSforCA #CSforAll

A one page flyer with lots of text summarizing the Girls Who Code club programs for 3rd-5th grade and 6th-12th grade.

Join Our Partnership with Girls Who Code by Starting a Club

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

This one-hour session provides tools, resources, and support to teach introductory #computerscience concepts to upper elementary and junior high students. No CS background necessary! Full Flyer: bit.ly/jan-csfirst Registration: bit.ly/edtech-pd ⭐ #EduSky #ButteCOE #GoogleForEdu #CSforAll #CSforCA

Mini flyer for "Engaging Students in Computer Science through CS First," happening January 9th, 2025 from 3:45-4:45 PM PST.

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Discover the magic of hands-on learning with the Osmo Preschool Starter Kit! 🧩 Designed for little learners, this interactive kit blends physical play with digital technology to teach early math, pre-reading, creativity, and fine motor skills. Borrow a kit from the #EdTechExchange today! #ButteCOE

An image of the Osmo Preschool Starter Kit, Pizza Co, and the Osmo Coding Bundle boxes. Also includes the text "Available for local educators to borrow via the BCOE Educational Technology Exchange. See details at: bit.ly/edtech-exchange"

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Need a moment to unwind? 🌿 Try Calm.com or Headspace.com for quick, daily meditation sessions that help reduce stress between meetings or classes. A little mindfulness goes a long way! 🧵 See below for free access! #ButteCOE #BCOEWellnessAndBalance #Wellness #StressReduction #Meditation #EduSky

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EdTech BCOE @edtechbcoe.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Ever pasted in text, only to have to re-format its size, color, and/or font to blend it with your existing document? No more! Using Ctrl + Shift + V allows pasted text to adopt the formatting of the new space... on its own! (Mac: Replace “Ctrl" w/“Cmd") #ButteCOE #EdTech #EduSky #KeyboardShortcuts

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