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2 days ago, Veronica Diaz
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10 days ago, Veronica Diaz
Full house alert! 🚀 We have 30 educators packed into the Mannheim Middle School Media Center today for the Gemini Educator Workshop!

From mastering the PARTS prompting framework to building custom Gems, we’re leveling up AI literacy to transform the classroom. Big thanks to Mark Okigawa and @LTC_Illinois for leading the way! 💻✨

#GeminiAcademy #AIinEdu #GoogleEducator #LTCil
14 days ago, Robert Junna
An educator with long dark hair tied back and a beard stands in a well-lit school library, gesturing with one hand toward his chest while presenting. He is positioned next to a long table with a laptop, facing a large projection screen displaying a "Gemini Academy" slide titled "Module 04: 10 Ways to Amplify Your Teaching with Gemini." The background features organized bookshelves filled with books, student-oriented decorations, and large windows, creating an engaging academic atmosphere.
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23 days ago, Veronica Diaz
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about 1 month ago, Veronica Diaz
Last week we had training from Yale University's RULER Implementation Specialists. Next, we will begin important work with Recognizing, Understanding, Labeling, Expressing, and Regulating our emotions. We are excited for this work.
about 1 month ago, Robert Junna
A group of educators and staff participate in a professional development workshop in a school library. A facilitator in a black suit stands at the head of a large table, addressing several seated participants who are engaged in discussion and taking notes. Bookshelves and a sign reading "Books are for everyone" are visible in the background.
A hand-written "Shining Spartan Charter" poster sits on a table during a staff collaboration session. The poster outlines group values such as "engaged," "inspired," "valued," and "open-minded," with specific action items like "actively listen," "make a plan," and "be okay to disagree." Several signatures from staff members are visible in a box at the bottom left, while team members work with notebooks and name tags around the table in the background.
Two staff members hold a large Post-it easel pad titled "Westdale Charter" featuring brainstorming notes from a collaborative session. The paper includes a hand-drawn paw print with the words "Inspired, Engaged, Motivated," a list of team names, and goals such as "Discuss possibilities," "Active participation," and "Establish a plan of implementation for 26-27."
A large Post-it easel pad titled "Roy RULER Training Charter" is held up in a school library, surrounded by bookshelves. The poster displays colorful handwritten notes on group values, including "Valued," "Productive," "Inspired," "Confident," and "Supported," with corresponding action items like "Acknowledgement of all ideas" and "Work together." Several staff signatures are visible in the bottom left corner, signifying team agreement.
A large group of Mannheim School District staff members pose for a group photo in a school library after a professional development session. The diverse team of educators and administrators are smiling, with some holding "The Mood Meter" posters. Many staff members are wearing school-affiliated apparel, including Mannheim Falcons and various university sweatshirts, showcasing a collaborative and positive school culture.
A smiling staff member holds up a hand-drawn poster titled "The Charter of Training" in a school library. The poster uses the acronym "FOKIS" to highlight team values: Focused, Organized, Knowledgeable, Inspired, and Supported. Each value includes specific goals like "whole body listening," "action items," and "consistent encouragement," with several colorful staff signatures at the bottom of the page.
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about 1 month ago, Veronica Diaz
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about 1 month ago, Veronica Diaz
Please the follwoing MECC Parent/Family Newsletter:

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about 2 months ago, Veronica Diaz
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about 2 months ago, Veronica Diaz
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2 months ago, Veronica Diaz
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2 months ago, Veronica Diaz
Enger, Scott, Roy & MMS diving into PLCs, Desmos & Curriculum! 📚 MECC in purposeful planning. 🧩 Ms. Kjome & Westdale analyzing data. 📊 Staff & Paras across D83 are collaborating to empower every student to reach their full potential! 🚀 #D83Shines
3 months ago, Robert Junna
A fast-paced slideshow GIF showcasing collaborative professional development across District 83 schools. The video features various scenes of educators, including Enger, Scott, Roy, and MMS, working in small groups with laptops and Desmos math software. Other clips show staff at MECC engaged in "purposeful planning" with curriculum guides, and Ms. Kjome leading data analysis at Westdale. Throughout the reel, a diverse group of teachers, administrators, and paraprofessionals are seen smiling, brainstorming at whiteboards, and reviewing student work in vibrant classroom settings, all highlighting a district-wide culture of collaboration and student empowerment.
MECC engaged in purposeful planning & problem solving! 🧩 Dedicated to helping every little learner reach their full potential. 🌱 #D83Shines
3 months ago, Robert Junna
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3 months ago, Veronica Diaz
TLCs & Media Specialists at @west40ISC/@ltcillinois Hi, AI! Conf! 🤖 Learning tools to empower students & shape a brighter future. ✨ #D83Shines
3 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
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3 months ago, Veronica Diaz
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3 months ago, Veronica Diaz
Dr. Giraldo & Ms. Laurie join our PowerSchool training! 💻 Leveraging data to support the whole child & cultural mindfulness. 🌏 #D83Shines
3 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of Dr. Diego Giraldo speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data
A photo of Dr. Diego Giraldo speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data
A photo of Deanna Laurie speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data

Our School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, & Tech Team growing w/ Mary Brewer @MyPowerSchool! Accurate data fosters clear communication and building community. 💻🚀 #D83Shines

3 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.