Monthly Mentions June 2017
June 2017 - Hello summer! Opening up teacher input for 4th Quarter Report will require: Confirming the quarter dates in 'Grades' then 'Report Card Input Controls' [...]
Best Apps for Teachers
Reviewed By Teachers for Teachers This summer might be a great time to explore new tech tools. So over the next couple of months, I’d like to share some handy [...]
Successful Implementation of School Management Software
It can be overwhelming to implement a new technology in your school, especially a new school management system. Whether you call it that, a school information system, or school management [...]
Helping Teachers with Technology Integration
Integrating technology in school is an important part of professional development today. My experience with this subject comes from helping schools integrate our school management software. I see firsthand how [...]
End of the Year Activities
(This article was originally posted on blog.fastdir.com) The last day of school is coming up soon and for many schools, it’s the end of this week! I figure it's a great [...]
Monthly Mentions: May Newsletter
May 2017 - The last stretch before summer! In May, most of our schools will be wrapping up their final grading period. Here are some items that may need to [...]
Happy Administrative Professional’s Day!
(This article was originally posted on blog.fastdir.com) I'd like to honor all the amazing school administrative professionals out there because April 23rd is Administrative Professional's Day. I created this card for [...]
Let’s Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week!
National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 1-5 with Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 2. Originally posted on April 28, 2015 My appreciation for teachers has definitely grown through the [...]
Sustainable Schools: Going Paperless
(This article was originally posted on blog.fastdir.com) With Arbor Day in April and Earth Day on the 22nd (Happy Earth Day!), I’ve been thinking about sustainable schools and going paperless. Going [...]