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Tech Bytes
January 10, 2023
ITS Updates
Are you ready for a new device? It’s time to start moving your files to Google Drive
As we get closer to new devices being rolled out, staff members should start moving files from old desktop and laptop computers to Google Drive to ensure they do not lose anything important.
- How to upload files and folders to Google Drive
- Files you can store in Google Drive
- How to organize your files in Google Drive
Please see the FAQ below for commonly asked questions about the device refresh. Updates will be posted there.
Powerwashing Chromebooks
When powerwashing a Chromebook, best practice is to connect to an ethernet port or hotspot and not the PUSD-Secure network. We are currently working with sites to create dedicated stations for powerwashing Chromebooks. Please see the updated powerwashing instructions below.
Spam Filters
Reminders:
- check emails for the "external" tag next to the subject line (see picture)
- only approve external emails if it's from a known sender
- check sender email addresses carefully
- never give out personal information in emails
Clever Certification
Do you want to learn more about Clever? Clever's most popular teacher resource, Become a Clever Certified Teacher, covers core features, student access to applications, an introduction to the Clever Portal, and how to customize and add resources to teacher pages. This is perfect for teachers who need to complete PD hours as they will receive a certificate of completion. Try it out!
EdTech Integration: Make Classrooms More Accessible & Inclusive
- ✍️ Do you have students who have a hard time starting a writing assignment? Use the voice typing feature in Google Docs!
- 📖 Have a multilingual student who prefers reading in Spanish but the content isn't translated? Use Immersive Reader (or its companion extension if you're using a Chromebook!).
- 🖱️ Littles getting frustrated over their "lost mouse"? Enlarge the cursor and turn it yellow!
Email: EdTech@pusd.us
Website: pusd.us/its
Location: 351 South Hudson Avenue, Pasadena, CA, USA
Phone: 626-396-3699