Instructional Technology Services Richland County School District One
Volume 6, Issue 4 Summer 2014
SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:
Storyfest SC June 7, 2014
Declaration for School Libraries
During April, Richland One joined school communities across the nation in the American Library Association’s Libraries Change Lives campaign. Instructional Technology Services coordinated “signing ceremonies” beginning at the district headquarters on April 11. Dr. Mack and Dr. Brathwaite joined Alexzena Furgess, District Library Media Advisory Chairperson, Ida Thompson, and Diana Carr to sign the first page of a large book designed by Dr. Dale Bosworth. Joining the signing was George Washington himself, portrayed by Dreher High School Drama student, Brice Hall.
Let’s Get Digital!
Summer Reading Challenge June 1 - August 16, 2014
Instructional Technology Services’ summer course offerings are currently available! Make plans now to learn about all things digital in preparation for Richland One’s new Digital Learning Environment.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: From the Director .........2 Reading Programs ........2 Video Conferencing ......2 News and Notes .............3 We Are Proud of ...........3 Retirees ..........................3 Calendar of Events ........4
Anyone who has not had an opportunity to sign the declaration can stop by Instructional Technology Services (Waverley) to add to our signature. The district’s book and accompanying activities are being posted to the American Library Association registry.
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Sample workshop offerings include:
Project Based Learning Resources to Support CCSS QR Codes in the Classroom Augmented Reality iPad Apps SMART Level I & II
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From the Director It is hard to believe that another school year is ending! During 2013-2014 many opportunities have presented themselves for growth and professional advancement. Instructional Technology Services is finalizing plans for a great summer of activities to help district staff continue their professional learning. Visit the department’s website for a full listing of classes and workshops. Sign up today for a technology class or workshop Unwind with a free exercise or craft class at one of the county parks Make plans to visit the new planetarium and observatory at the State Museum Meet award winning authors at Storyfest 2014 Explore the new exhibits and exciting plans for expansion at the Riverbanks Zoo Read, read, read! Richland Library’s summer reading Challenge gets underway June 1. Instructional Technology Services is committed to the four tenants of the AASL Learning4Life Campaign…… Think, Create, Share and Grow! The summer is the perfect time to get started.
Special Reading Programs Two special literacy events dominated the scene in April, highlighting the fun that reading brings to the lives of students of all ages.
Richland Library hosted the 28th Annual Augusta Baker Celebration of Stories on April 25-26 featuring author Pat Mora. Classes from six elementary schools participated in the storytelling for fourth graders at the Robert Mills House and Gardens. Special thanks are extended to Elizabeth Gregory (J.P. Thomas Elementary School) one of the storytellers and cadet units from Eau Claire and A.C. Flora for their participation.
On April 10, nearly 2000 enthusiastic readers participated in the 2014 Statewide Read-In. This year’s host was Jenny Wirtzberger of WLTX-19. The theme was “Oh, the Places You Can Go, based on the popular Dr. Seuss title.
Video Conferencing Featured at Statewide Conference Brenda Boyd (Keenan), Elizabeth Gregory and Dr. Dale Bosworth presented a concurrent session at the recent SCASL Conference held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.
the Keenan Teacher Cadet class. Keenan students demonstrated ways to read to younger children through a video conference, while Ms. Gregory presented an overview with examples of ways to have video conferences in the media center. Dr. Bosworth concluded the presentation by presenting options for virtual learning experiences.
The session was titled “CoLeadership through Video Conferences” and featured Richland School District One
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News and Notes SCASL Book Award Committees Instructional Technology Services is pleased to host the statewide SCASL Book Award committees as they work to select the nominees for next year’s four award programs. The committee’s first meeting was held May 2 at Olympia and will continue on August 9, October 4 and December 6. Any administrator, teacher, parent or student interested in joining next year’s committees can contact ITS. Copies of nominated titles for this upcoming school year are available from ITS to help you jumpstart your reading.
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off event. Events will be held on Saturday, June 7 at the SC State Museum from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Events will include storytelling, crafts, face painting and visits from popular characters.
We are proud of: Elizabeth Kohut (ITS) and Paula Matthews (Sandel Elementary) for their participation in a recent taping of the SCETV’s Technology Insights Program which aired May 4. The program highlights successful practices and programs which advance the effective use of technology in our state’s schools. Ida W. Thompson (ITS) who has been nominated to chair the Supervisors Section of the American Association of School Librarians (AASL). The three-year term supports collaboration among library media supervisors and educational leaders across the country.
Meet Congressman James E. Clyburn on June 7 at 1:00 p.m. at the Books-A-Million Village of Sandhills as he discusses and autographs copies of his new book, “Blessed Experiences.”
Jennifer Thornsberry, Angie Enlow and Paula Matthews (Sandel) for being invited to present at the SC Induction Symposium. The symposium, sponsored by CERRA and Newberry's RETAIN Center of Excellence, is designed to provide opportunities for beginning teachers to gather ideas and resources, network, and develop as a teacher leader. The symposium will be held July 9-10, 2014 at Meadow Glen Middle School in Lexington, SC.
StoryFestSC Award winning authors Nina Crews and Brian Lies will be featured at StoryfestSC 2014, the state’s summer reading kick-
Retiree’s Welcomed Back For the past three years, the department has sponsored an open house event for its retirees during April. It has proven to be very successful and popular. They have taken field trips to tour new schools and library media centers, had classes on mobile technology tools and participated in video conferences. The open houses provide
an opportunity to share information on the department’s activities and work taking place across the district. They are encouraged to join the district’s volunteer programs and visit often. A luncheon, hosted by the Instructional Technology Services staff concludes each open house.
The retirees participated in a video conference with the Center for Puppetry Arts.
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Calendar of Events DATE May 27 May 28 - 30
EVENT School Board Meeting, Stevenson Administration Building, 7:00 p.m. Graduations, Carolina Coliseum
May 29
Last Day of School
June 10
School Board Meeting, Stevenson Administration Building, 7:00 p.m.
June 11 - 12
Richland One Leadership Summit
June 11 - 12
Upstate Technology Conference, Greenville, SC
June 16 - 19
Middle School Technology Camp
June 24 June 27-July 2 July 21 - 24 July 22 July 29 - 30
School Board Meeting, Stevenson Administration Building, 7:00 p.m. ISTE Conference, Atlanta, GA SMART Technology Focus Week, Olympia School Board Meeting, Stevenson Administration Building, 7:00 p.m. SCETV Conference
August 9
SCASL Book Award Committee, Olympia
August 11
Teacher’s First Day
August 12
School Board Meeting, Stevenson Administration Building, 7:00 p.m.
August 18
Student’s First Day
August 26
School Board Meeting, Stevenson Administration Building, 7:00 p.m.
Instructional Technology Services 1225 Oak Street Waverley Annex Columbia SC 29204
ITS Directory Ida Thompson Director, 231-6803 Elizabeth Kohut Technology Education Coordinator, 400-1681 Diana Carr Library Media Consultant, 231-6799 Dr. Dale Bosworth Distance Learning Consultant, 231-6798 Debra Barber Technology Educator, 400-1683 Arischa Frierson Technology Educator, 400-1684 Dawn Gardner Technology Educator, 400– 1455 Jacquetta Morrison Technology Educator, 400-1679 Jennifer Thornsberry Technology Educator, 400-1678 Nancy Swanson Technology Educator, 400-1683 Vacant Technology Educator, 400-1709
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Darlene Montgomery Secretary, 231-6803 Cathy Ratliff Accounting Clerk, 231-6804 Brittney Elam Secretary, 231-6802 Dawn Brown Secretary, 400-1680
Register for the Middle School Technology Camp June 16 - 19, 2014
Larry Richardson DES Technician, 231-6805
Aaron Bishop, Chairman Board of School Commissioners Dr. Percy Mack, Superintendent
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Janice Wilson Media Clerk, 231-7159