As a reminder, you can always access past issues of the VanWeekly in case you're missing information. Just check under the tab on our website labeled: Media & Communications. There's a drop-down for the VanWeekly.

It's the time of year for schools to designate a school liaison for the technology competition. Each school is in need of someone for this position. It does not have to be a Vanguard member at each school, (though Van team members would be perfect), but there does need to be one.

Vanguard - Please reach out to your principal to be sure that someone has been assigned from your school. Then, have your principal complete this form with the person's name: http://goo.gl/forms/gvbn4se2je

This week I went to Haynes Bridge MS and spoke with Vanguard member, Sandra Bennett. Sandra talks to us about Blended Learning and how she makes it work in her science classroom.

To expose their staff to Personalized Learning, the PL team, (including Vanguardians Jessica Jackson & Hannah Rome), at Crabapple Crossing Elementary School held a Personalized Learning Simulation, modeled after the EdElements PL Simulation. They used a Thinglink to house their resources and provide staff with voice and choice in learning. Think about doing something similar in your own buildings to model best practices!

METI Laura Wood has been holding a Fall Speaker Series in the Centennial HS Learning Commons. These virtual events allow students an opportunity to learn more about various careers and interact with the speakers. Check out her Smore for information on what's she's done so far!

If you're still trying to learn the ins and outs of Office 365, check out one of the recorded webinars that have taken place for Fulton County. Topics covered so far include OneDrive, OneNote, Sway and Office Mix.

9 Ways OneNote Makes Lesson Planning a Breeze is a free eBook to give you tips and tricks to transform your lesson planning. Download your free copy today!

Our mission as a Vanguard team is to build the capacity of FCS educators and leaders to provide innovative instruction which meets the needs, skills and interests of all students

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