The DoT Comm
Your monthly SFUSD Department of Technology newsletter ~ February 2019
In this issue:
- The 411: Upcoming events & announcements
- DoT Moment of the Month
- Cybersecurity Tip: Two-factor authentication
- Digital Learning: Digital Learning Scope & Sequence
- Tech & Innovation: Laptops for Educators (L4E)
- Synergy Update: Quick & easy resources
- Project Management: Tech-enabled project intake form & PLE pilot
- Digital Citizenship: T.H.I.N.K. on social media
- Help Desk: Frequently Asked Question resources
- Google Tip: Get your daily agenda in your email
- CTO corner
Welcome to the first issue of the DoT Comm! In our monthly newsletter we share information about upcoming events, updates on DoT initiatives, and helpful tips & tricks.
The 411
Upcoming Events & Announcements
- Digital Learning Day Join us! Open for all SFUSD! February 28
- Online & Blended Learning Workshop, January 29/31. Stay tuned to register for a future workshop.
- Laptops for Educators distribution, on-going
DoT Moment of the Month
Online & Blended Professional Learning! In partnership with Professional Growth & Development, we launched v2.0 workshops for professional development providers in SFUSD. OBL offers ways to reach more adult learners, reduce costs, and provide self-paced/on-demand professional learning opportunities so that our educators can be the best they can be for each and every student! For more information, contact Allison Rothman (RothmanA1@sfusd.edu)
Cybersecurity Tip
The best way to protect yourself from cyber-attack is being less of a target. The easiest is enabling two-factor authentication on Google. Every new device that logs into your account will require a unique code that Google will text message to your phone. This can be done on iCloud, Facebook, and other platforms.
Digital Learning
In collaboration with Curriculum & Instruction, the Digital Learning Scope & Sequence has transitioned from Phase 1 drafting to Phase 2 resource development. Aligning the DLSS to existing curriculum will take place by designing exemplar lessons and units for easy implementation in the classroom. For more information, contact Stu Jernigan (JerniganD@sfusd.edu)
Tech & Innovation
It's time for refresh of all Laptops for Educators (L4E) devices this school year! Over half of district sites have already either successfully completed or coordinated an exchange event with DoT. A current list of past & upcoming exchange events and eligibility requirements can be found at l4e.sfusd.edu. Site leaders looking to schedule an exchange event can submit a ticket at help.sfusd.edu to request those details.
Synergy Update
We’re preparing to kick off the annual master schedule season to ensure accurate data input and equitable scheduling to meet the needs of each and every student! Stay tuned next month for more information.
In the meantime, check out these quick and easy resources to keep you going on Synergy!
Project Management Highlights
- Tech-enabled Project Intake Form: Does your department have a project that requires elements of technology support? Complete the intake form as a 1st step!
- Personalized Learning Tech-Enabled Environments Pilot: Teacher Day 3 training included 10 school administrators and 44 teachers, along with central office administrators. Dr. Matthews opened our day by sharing how our pilot work will impact classrooms across the district as teachers act as pioneers to learn and try 21st century pedagogical practices aligned to personalized learning models and Vision 2025.
Digital Citizenship
Safe & responsible uses of social media is at the forefront of how we approach the impact of cyberbully and Social/Emotional Learning. THINK before you post and respond!
Help Desk
Find answers to frequently asked technology-related questions at the DoT Help Desk online service request system at help.sfusd.edu. If you do not see the answer or solution that you are looking for, you can submit an online service request ticket on the same page.
Google Tip
Did you know you can automatically receive an email at 5 am with your calendar’s agenda for the day? Learn more about turning on the daily agenda email.
CTO Corner
Welcome to our 1st issue of The DoT Comm! We are excited to share with you all the amazing work that we are doing to advance technology for the district!
