Sarah Banks Middle School is one of Michigan's Freedom to Learn (Laptop Program) Showcase Sites for the 2006-2007 school year. Winning applications were those that showed successful implementation of one to one teaching and learning so that powerful technology and instructional integration are fundamental to the classroom. Requirements included having effective, vision-into-action teams (principals, teachers, technology coordinators), who have overwhelmingly demonstrated technology integration best practices. The FTL team at Sarah Banks Middle School have committed to providing core activities that will be offered statewide. 6th grade teachers Mark Lada and Randy Micallef use interactive whiteboards, tablet PCs, videoconferencing, and the CPS the evaluation system as part of their instructional practices. Additionally, students and teachers are podcasting and creating instructional video.
To learn more about the events and support that will be offered in 2007, please visit the FTL Showcase website. We extend an open invitation for administrators, technology personnel, and teachers to visit. We can also set up a videoconference or chat session if you are unable to come to Walled Lake.
Pam, I enjoyed the 5 things people don't know about you. I knew them all. The info about your techie happenings in Walled Lake should help other teachers. I wish I was still teaching to try them.
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