Spring Institute
☀️ April 7th, 2025! 💻
☀️ April 7th, 2025! 💻![]()
☀️ April 7th, 2025! 💻
The Technology Spring Institute is a professional development day for teachers on April 7th (during Spring Break). Teachers can choose from a wide-variety of virtual sessions, and will receive supplemental pay for their attendance! Choose just one session, or attend them all! Check out the session descriptions and links to register below. (Substitute teachers are welcome to attend, however we can't offer supplemental pay for subs- sorry).
Questions? Email the Tech Coaches at dtic@pvusd.net.
Virtual Session Descriptions
Virtual Session Descriptions![]()
Virtual Session Descriptions
All sessions are virtual!
Kami for Collaboration
9-10:00am
Description: Learn how to level up instruction and engagement while streamlining your workflow with Kami assignments. This session is full of Kami tips and tricks, highlighting collaborative tools for all ages, from adults to elementary!
Adobe Express Jumpstart: Simple Tools, Big Creativity
10:15-11:15am
Description: Unleash creativity in your classroom with Adobe Express! This beginner-friendly session will walk you through the essential tools and features of Adobe Express, helping you design eye-catching graphics, quick videos, and engaging multimedia projects—no prior design skills required. Learn how to create professional-quality content in minutes and explore easy ways to integrate visual storytelling into any subject area. Whether you’re looking to enhance student projects or simplify your own content creation, this session will give you the confidence to get started today!
Book Creator for Multilingual Learners
11:30am-12:30pm
Description: Support language development and empower multilingual learners with Book Creator! In this webinar, discover how this versatile tool enhances reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through voice recording, translation features, and multimedia storytelling. Learn practical strategies to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where all students can express themselves with confidence!
Google Vids in the Classroom
1:00-2:00pm
Description: Discover the newest addition to the Google App family: Google Vids! This tool empowers you and your students to easily create, edit, collaborate on, and share videos. This session will cover the fundamentals of video creation in Google Vids, exploring practical application, best practices, and strategies for maximizing student learning through video!
Supercharge your Instruction with Screencastify
2:15-3:15pm
Description: Learn how to enhance teaching with Screencastify, a powerful tool for creating dynamic video lessons, tutorials, and feedback. Explore features like screen recording, annotation, and editing to engage students, streamline instruction, and provide personalized support. Whether you're new to the tool or looking to refine your skills, this session will empower you to incorporate Screencastify into your teaching practice and elevate your students' learning experience!
