Tech or Treat in the Anderson Library

Collaboration is a buzzword often heard in the library world. I am constantly in the mindset of trying to figure out ways to collaborate with teachers and the technology facilitator on a variety of levels in order to impact student learning. I have a passion for technology and enjoy creating lessons and presentations which include technology (especially Web 2.0 tools). On October 31st, the technology facilitator at Anderson, Buffy Edelstein and I collaborated to create a Tech or Treat day for teachers in the Anderson Library. During planning times, teachers rotated through 5 different stations in order to discover new technology tools to enhance their teaching and their students' learning. iPads, MacBooks, and desktop computers were used in the stations. Teachers also got to have a little treat at each tech station as a thank you for taking the time to learn something new! Enjoy the Animoto Buffy and I created showing the fun and learning that took place during this terrific learning experience!

Spelling Bee News

Students and Parents,
I am excited to announce that the upcoming 2011-2012 school-wide Spelling Bee will be held on January 13, 2012. Fourth and Fifth grade students will have the opportunity to compete in a classroom bee the week of December 12th against their classmates. The winner of each classroom bee in 4th and 5th grades will represent their classroom and grade level in the school-wide bee with the opportunity of winning to advance to the local bee held on a later date in McKinney. To learn more about the bee, see the fun video above!