#iTransformRISD
@iTechDay16
PRESENTERS
Special thanks to our iTech Team and presenters who made this great event possible. Together we can transform RISD.
Marisol Herrera, M. Ed.
COUNSELOR @
MYRA GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
My favorite app is the Amazon app because I can shop, read ebooks, watch videos, download music, and listen to Audible audiobooks.
Words of Advice: The best way to learn technology is by mastering the small things first and then experimenting with the other features of that tool through trial and error. When you do not know the answer or how to do a specific thing, ask for help or “Google” the answer. YouTube is often my go-to resource because there are lots of how-to videos, and I usually find the solution.
Jose Raul Valdez
PRINCIPAL @ MYRA GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
My favorite app is Cut and Paste Photo Editor because you can have fun editing your photos and adding different backgrounds.
Words of Advice: Play! Play around with different apps. Trial and error helps in familiarizing yourself with new apps.
Allison Thompson
9-12 Fine Arts Teacher @Raymondville High School
My favorite app is Pinterest because it allows me to find lessons that I can adapt to my classroom.
Words of Advice: There is no way around technology. Our students were born using it. Therefore as an educator you have to adapt or be the Charlie Brown teacher.
“Have no fear of perfection, you’ll never reach it.”
-Salvador Dali
Alexis Sias
4th grade Math/Science Teacher @Pittman Elementary
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Snapchat because it helps you keep in touch with family and friends in real time.
Word of Advice: Technology is here to stay. It's the way of the future no point in fighting it.
Miguel Salinas
Media Specialist @L.C. Smith Elementary
Cecilia Mendez
1st grade Teacher @ Pittman Elementary
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My favorite apps are Pinterest and Amazon
Word of Advice: Technology can be a little intimidating at times, but the more you practice and play with it, the less intimidating it becomes.
Dara K. Cepeda, M. Ed.
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY FACILITATOR @RAYMONDVILLE ISD
My favorite app is GOOGLE DRIVE because I can access all of my files on the cloud anytime, anyplace.
Do you want to spark your students’ creativity and enthusiasm to learning? Then start implementing Technology in your classroom. You will not become a master overnight. Begin with baby steps;
1. choose one app/web tool
2. google it to find tutorials and resources
3. implement it in your classroom until you become an expert and once you feel comfortable with it...
4. challenge yourself to learn a new app/web tool and repeat steps 1-4
JUST DO IT! You’ll never know the difference it makes in your students’ learning until you DO IT.
Martha Hinojosa, MBA
MIGRANT STUDENT SERVICES FACILITATOR @RAYMONDVILLE ISD
My favorite app is Fitbit. It keep track of my daily steps, exercise, sleep, heart rate, weekly challenges, top badges, recent trophies, and I can check on how my friends are doing with their exercise goals. If you are competitive, this is the app for you.
Words of advice: Technology is ever changing, so learn the basics and be fearless. Don’t be afraid to try new apps have fun and enjoy technology today.
Christine Ximenes, M. Ed.
3rd Grade Science/ELA Teacher @Pittman Elementary
My favorite app is Google Drive because it allows the students and teachers to collaborate with one another on one product.
Words of Advice: Don’t let the technology scare you. The more you work with it, the easier it will become.
Alma D. Valdez, M. LS.
Media Specialist @Pittnam Elementary
My favorite app: Pandora
Word of advice: Locate, install, and practice using technology that can make your everyday life & job easier.
Delma Gamez
Science Teacher @Myra Green Middle School
Maria C. Ortega, M. Ed.
Curriculum & Instruction Facilitator @Raymondville ISD
Pokémon Go because it allows me to get some exercise while having fun.
Word of Advice: Take your imagination to the next level using technology. The virtual world is at your fingertips.
