Spring 2025
SchoolAI
SchoolAI is the newest digital resource on the ERS Portal. Staff in districts with an ERS Library Agreement now have Premium access. Discover how to help students grasp concepts, engage with virtual historical figures, and interact with characters from their favorite stories. Enhance your curriculum with virtual tutors and even develop a co-teacher to assist with classroom tasks. You’ll also learn how to set up digital 'fences' to guide meaningful conversations. Click here to view the series flyer.
In a one-hour virtual session, we’ll explore SchoolAI's capabilities, including specialized educator tools and resources designed to enhance student learning and engagement.
Location: via Zoom
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Available dates:
In the two-hour in-person session, we’ll review everything covered in the one-hour session, then take it a step further, with opportunities for hands-on practice and interactive exploration.
Location: TCOE Doe Avenue Complex
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Available dates:
Essential Classroom Technology (ECT)
The Essential Classroom Technology series introduces educators to the tools they need to enhance their teaching and engage their students. Steve Woods, Instructional Technology Specialist, will demonstrate new ways to streamline workflow, create interactive
assignments, and utilize artificial intelligence in the classroom.
Click here to view the series flyer.
February 11
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Create Your Community with Canva Websites
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In this two-hour workshop, K-12 educators will learn to create visually-engaging websites using Canva’s intuitive tools. Discover how to design interactive class pages, share school events, and improve communication. No prior web design experience required — just bring your creativity and a passion for connecting with your school community in a dynamic, digital way!
March 11
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Form an Adventure: Digital Escape Rooms & Choose-Your-Own-Adventures
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Join this interactive session to create digital escape rooms and choose-your-own-adventure activities with Google Forms. Designed for K-12 educators, this presentation covers gamified experiences that engage students while fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Leave equipped to turn learning into an exciting, unforgettable adventure!
April 2
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Inspire Your Class with Canva Presentations
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Ditch boring presentations! Canva's stunning templates, charts, video embedding, and AI tools can add the "zing" you need to engage your audience.
Essential Office Technology (EOT)
The Essential Office Technology series equips office professionals with the skills necessary to optimize their productivity and improve office operations. Join Doug Cairns, ERS Library Instructional Technology Specialist, as he showcases techniques for streamlining
daily tasks, creating efficient workflows, and increasing productivity.
Click here to view series flyer.
February 19
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Elevate Your Flyers: A Canva Workshop for Office Staff
Registration Link
Learn to create eye-catching flyers in Canva that will grab attention and get results! This workshop is perfect for office staff who want to create professional-looking flyers with ease.
March 26
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Mastering Acrobat Forms for Data Collection
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This Acrobat Forms workshop will teach office staff how to seamlessly collect and import data, eliminating manual entry and reducing errors. Learn to create dynamic forms that streamline workflows and boost efficiency.
April 23
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Outsmart Your Spreadsheets: Intermediate Excel for Office Staff
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Build a strong Excel foundation for data analysis, decision-making, and streamlined workflows in this course for beginners.
Registration Contact:
Sara Torabi
Instructional Consultant Support/Library Media Technician
sara.torabi@tcoe.org
(559) 651-3031
Steve Woods
Instructional Technology Specialist
steve.woods@tcoe.org
(559) 651-3031
Doug Cairns
Instructional Technology Specialist
doug.cairns@tcoe.org
(559) 651-3031