May
15
Berkman@10
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If you are someone who thinks alot about the Internet and society, you may want to follow the conversation going on at Berkman@10. This conference is underway right now! Live webcasts and social tools are running during the conference. Some leading thinkers about the topic are on the program.
May
14
Additional Title II-D Grants Available
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Additional grant funds from the NCLB Title II-D program are available for high need districts, but for a limited time only! Funds may be used for (a) Summer 2008 Technology-Enhanced Professional Development or (b) Technology Pilot Projects. Don’t delay in reading through the Request for Proposals information. Consider attending a Grants Information meeting on Monday, May 19 at the NHDOE in Concord. Read more...
May
9
Tomorrow, May 10th, is Pangea Day!
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In 2006, filmmaker Jehane Noujaim wished for a day where people all over the world would unite through the power of film. Now, two years later, Jehane’s wish is coming true. Millions of people in more than 150 countries will come together this Saturday at 18:00 GMT to watch a 4-hour program of 24 short films from storytellers around the world. Films were chosen based on their ability to inspire, transform and allow us to see the world through another person’s eyes. Pangea Day films will be coupled with talks from CNN’s Christiane Amanpour, Queen Noor of Jordan, child soldier Ishmael Beah, and many more. You can watch from your own computer! Read more…
Apr
18
Tech Planning Discussions
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Several NH districts were represented at a tech planning workshop today at GMPDC in Manchester. We reviewed tech planning requirements and the approval process. More importantly, we had discussions about digital citizenship and future trends in ICT, and shared ideas and concerns about using Web 2.0 tools. Also discussed were current Acceptable Use Policies, how to update them to reflect appropriate use of Web 2.0 tools, and how to implement and enforce them. Here are the Tech Plan Workshop Presentation and the discussion notes.
The next Tech Planning Workshop will be held at CACES in Penacook on Monday, May 12 from 1 - 4PM. If you’re interested in attending, please contact CACES to register. Will be rescheduled for late summer or early fall date.
Apr
10
Free Computer Recycling for Schools
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This spring, Apple will recycle your school’s old, unwanted Mac computers, PCs, and qualifying peripherals from any manufacturer—for free. There’s no purchase required, and all accredited K–12 and higher education institutions with at least 25 systems to be recycled are eligible to participate. Schools must register by June 30, 2008.