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Captivate 2010 - The Durham Media Festival |
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The Durham District School Board hosted its third Annual Robotics Event on April 30, 2010. This year's event was the largest ever, with over 150 students from Grades 4 -12 participating in teams of four. Students were challenged to complete a series of robotics tasks over the course the day. Progressively, each task required students to work more closely as a team and more thoughtfully about their final product. Using Lego Mindstorms NXT kits, students solved robotics challenges and learned about real-life robotics applications. All participants were awarded with certificates of completion and seals of approval indicating their team's level of success.
To learn more about the event, please click here to visit our Robotics Website.
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Teacher Laptop Pilot Continues |
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 Throughout the 2009-2010 school year, K-3 teachers in six schools have continued to participate in the DDSB Laptop Pilot Project. The teachers have met three times in like-grade groups to explore new tools that assist in educating students in classrooms. Along with data projectors, wireless Internet connectivity and speakers, these select teachers are being equiped to provide their students with increased opportunities for learning and engagement by bringing technology to the point of instruction.
The final training session for these teachers this year will be an in-school session, where teachers and facilitators will work in like-grade groups to cooperatively develop technology infused lessons. One teacher at each school will volunteer to deliver this lesson to their class, and the other teachers will observe. As a team, we will then evaluate the successes and challenges presented by technology infused instruction.
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Welcome to Wired for Success 2010 |
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 DDSB's Wired for Success conference took place on January 29, 2010. Our theme was "Technology at the Point of Instruction". The day began with a panel townhall featuring DDSB Director Martyn Beckett and other key players in the advancement of educational technology. This was followed by 4 breakout sessions offered by DDSB teachers and industry leaders in educational technology. With more than 20 workshop choices across all divisions focussing on projects, techniques, and technology, it was a practical and inspirational day for all in attendance.
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eSIS Video Tutorials and Manuals |
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Everything you need to learn about eSIS report cards. View video tutorials, get links to download the manual, view a Quick Tips summary, and send emails to our report card support account.
For support with eSIS Report Card implementation, click on the cover to view an online magazine version of the eSIS Report Card Teacher's Manual, or:
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