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Digital Learning Family Newsletter

November/December

Digital Learning Family Newsletter November/December

Apps We Love

Use these apps to keep your child coding and reading during the school breaks.

Code.org

This website provides free Computer Science resources for K-12 students, teachers and schools.

Sora

This application allows students to access ebooks and audiobooks from their school or public library.

Holiday Activities

November 2024 Choice Board

December 2024 Choice Board

Santa Tracker

Explore, play, and learn with Santa's elves all December long.

Digital Citizenship

Keep your family safe with these family safety apps.

Life 360

Family location sharing app. See when your child arrives at school and home and how fast they are driving.

Google Family Link

Understand how your child is spending time on their device, share location, manage privacy settings, and find the right balance for your family.

iPhone Parental Controls

Tools that allow parents to choose how — and how often — their children can use their devices. Parental controls are built right into each iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Recommended Reading: Family Guide to AI Companions and Relationships

The guide linked below includes information for families to enhance understanding of chatbots—some of which now feature 3D virtual companions that react to your every message—plus how kids interact with them, and how they can guide the process.

Innovation Update

Event Information

Save the Date - Chat for Schools Pilot & AI Showcase!

Join us for an evening of learning and celebration! We will be highlighting the work from teachers and students participating in the Chat for Schools Pilot. The event will also include updates on our SFPS AI Roadmap and next steps for the spring semester. All teachers, staff, families, and community members are welcome to attend.

When?

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024, 05:00 PM

Where?

Early College Opportunities High School, West Zia Road, Santa Fe, NM, USA

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Tech Tips

Powerschool for Parents/Guardians Guide
Click the button for a detailed guide on accessing and using PowerSchool.

Learn how to properly care for your Chromebook with these helpful videos.

Chromebook Care
Device Advice: How to Care for Your Device

Digital Learning Spotlight

Students at Cesar Chavez Elementary participated in Digital Citizenship Week by signing a pledge. They pledged to be safe and responsible online.

Technology Opportunities and Events

Computer Science Week

Dec 9-15

Learn to code! Free summer programs and after-school clubs for teen girls. Explore coding in a fun and friendly environment. Find a program near you!

Upcoming Breaks/Holidays

Election Day - November 5th, 2024

Thanksgiving Break - November 25th - 29th, 2024

New Year's Day - January 1st, 2025

Winter Break (Students) - December 23rd , 2024- January 7th, 2025

What are your plans for Thanksgiving Break?

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