Monday, November 6, 2017

Educational Technology News

Vanguard Application Window Open
SBISD is currently accepting applications for the Vanguard Cohort III. The deadline for applying is November 28. Visit the Vanguard website to learn more. Or, contact Educational Technology here.


Hour of Code Week is Dec. 4-10 
Register Your Activity Today


SBISD is sharing how campuses are celebrating Computer Science Education Week and Hour of Code to increase community engagement and excitement in STEM related activities here! We encourage community volunteers to come join in the fun and become Code Buddies today!
Have you registered your Hour of Code activity? This year’s Hour of Code week takes place December 4-10. You can register your school’s activity here.  Over 24,400 events have already been registered for this year’s coding event!


Hour of Code takes place each year during Computer Science Education Week and focuses on ensuring every student has the access and opportunity to learn computer science. Coding activities nurture problem-solving skills, logic, and creativity. Participation is easy. Check out the official Hour of Code How-to-Guide here.

Or, are you a veteran Hour of Code educator looking for new ideas? Visit the Hour of Code website and browse over 200 tutorials and lesson plans for a variety of age and skill levels.

Don’t forget to go beyond an Hour of Code all year long! Hour of Code offers educators and students online resources to continue their exploration and learning. Visit and bookmark it!  Click here to continue your learning.

For more information about SBISD’s Hour of Code activities, contact the SBISD Educational Technology Department.

Need a little inspiration? Check out this fun video about Hour of Code activities at one of our schools. May the code be with you!

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