Post #16: Color Printer, IFP, Internet Filtering, Hotspot, Seesaw Update


Thank you to all staff for your flexibility as we gathered devices and chargers from our 1st-5th graders to set up carts for storing and charging! 

Color Printer: There are MANY unclaimed printouts at the Lab color printer. Please be mindful of what you are printing, how many copies, and where you are printing. Thank you so much for thinking "green".

Google Chrome Updates - Just a reminder to install those google updates when you see them. Updates help to resolve many many issues. Here's a quick video tutorial

Hotspot - We have one Hotspot that can be signed out for use outside. The hotspot is suitable for small groups of students/staff (5 devices or less). The device, sign-out sheet, and a copy of the directions for use are in the lab. Before using the hotspot, I suggest testing it out to make sure you are able to connect... 

IFP - Over April break, four classrooms received new Viewsonic IFPs! This is long overdue. Thank you to Ally, Alyssa, Heather, and Deb R for your patience. If you travel to those classes and anticipate using the panel with your new MacBook then please reinstall the Viewsonic Driver from Self-Service. Here is a video with the steps: 


Internet Filtering/Blocking I learned about a free resource (also a paid version) called Qustodio. The following message was included in the email blast to families before the break. Thought you might be interested in it as well.

"It’s been great reconnecting with your children during in-person technology classes.  As your child continues to build their digital citizenship skills, you may find this resource helpful. Qustodio is a tool to assist families with keeping technology safe, productive, and fun. 


Specifically, if you are looking for a way to:

Block Inappropriate Content 
Manage Screen Time
Control Games & Apps
Monitor calls and text messages

Qustodio works on a variety of platforms. There is a free version as well as different paid plan options depending on your needs."

Seesaw Updates - A few weeks back Seesaw released several new updates. These features are perfect for our young learners. 

1. Adding voice directions to textboxes or images.

2. Locking the size of your text boxes vs just locking the location of your text boxes

Here is a video with all the details.