1. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LAPTOP DEPLOYMENT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Day 1

2. HP LAPTOPS: AUP
Acceptable Use Policy
 BASICS

3. CARE OF DISTRICT LAPTOP
BASICS

4. HP LAPTOPS: Care Keep Food and Drinks Away Cleaning your LCD Screen
Protect the LCD Monitor
Cord Issues
Accessories
Hard Drive Tips
Battery Tips
Laptop Case
It is important to take care of your laptop to keep it in good shape; prevention is always better than cure. These are a number of easy things that you can do to keep your laptop in great shape; following these easy steps will help to ensure that it lasts longer and will need less maintenance. As an added bonus, many of the steps will also maintain your laptop’s speed.
Use an old tooth brush to clean the area around the exhaust fan screen. If that gets plugged up, air flow is diminished and overheating can most certainly occur. Heat is not your laptop’s friend.
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5. CARE: Keep Away Food & Drinks
Accidents Happen
Keyboards and Crumbs
Bugs
Circuitry
Clean Hands
Wear and tear
Warranty
Keep liquids away from your laptop. As tempting as it might be to drink coffee, soda, water or any other liquid near your laptop, accidents can happen all too easily. Spilled liquids may damage the internal components or cause electrical injury to the laptop. Short circuits can corrupt data or even permanently destroy parts. The solution is very simple: Keep your drinks away from your computer. Even if you're careful, someone else might bump into your desk or you.
Keep food away from your laptop. Don't eat over your laptop. The crumbs can go down between the keys in the keyboard and provide an invitation to small bugs. The crumbs can also irritate the circuitry. Always have clean hands when using your laptop. Clean hands make it easier to use your laptop touchpad and there will be less risk of leaving dirt and other stains on the computer. In addition, if you clean your hands before use, you will help reduce wear and tear on the coating of the laptop caused by contact with sweat and small particles that can act upon the laptop’s exterior underneath your wrists and fingers.
Food and drinks pose great risk to your laptop. Unfortunately, hardware damage caused by food or drink spillage are not usually covered under warranty.
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6. CARE: Cleaning the LCD Screen
Cleaning Cloths
Cleaning Spray
Cleaning Process
Use the right tools for the right job.
BASICS

7. Small items or sheets of paper Holding
CARE: Protect LCD Display
Small items or sheets of paper
Holding
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8. Pulling Out Angles Drawers, Doors, and Chairs
CARE: Cord Issues
Pulling Out
Angles
Drawers, Doors, and Chairs
BASICS

9. Use your Eyes Damage that can be done
CARE: Laptop Accessories
Use your Eyes
Damage that can be done
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10. CARE: Laptop Hard Drive Tips
Wait 30 seconds
Data Back up
Viruses and Spyware
McAfee
Ad-aware
Spyware Programs
Tune Ups (see your TIS)
Disk cleanup
Disk Defrag
BASICS

11. CARE: Laptop Battery Tips
How long does it last?
How can I keep it healthy?
Storage
Plugging it in
Hot/Cold Factor
BASICS

12. What kind of case? What can go in my case? Shock Ventilation
CARE: Using the Laptop Case
What kind of case?
What can go in my case?
Shock
Ventilation
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13. CARE: Miscellaneous Tips
Hard booting
Maintenance schedule
Keep records of information
Label
Weather
Access numbers and passwords
Warning!!
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14. HP LAPTOPS: Active Directory
What is a Directory Service?
A place where information about valid users is stored
Directory service provides a place to store information about
        network-based entities, such as applications, files, printers,       
        or people.
Provides a consistent way to name, describe, locate, access and mange resources.
Directory is the central point of control and management for the
        network operating system.
BASICS

15. HP LAPTOPS: Active Directory
Why Use a Directory Service?
    o Simplifies management
    o Stronger Security
    o Promotes Interoperability
Benefits of Active Directory
    o Windows Users
        • Account Info
        • Permissions / Rights
        • Profiles
        • Policies
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16. ACTIVE DIRECTORY: Benefits
Benefits of Active Directory (cont.)
    o Network Services
        • DHCP
        • DNS
        • Share Points
        • Policies
o Applications
        • Server Configuration
        • Single Sign-On
        • Application-Specific Policies
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17. ACTIVE DIRECTORY: Benefits
Benefits of Active Directory (cont.)
    oDelegation of Control
        • Hierarchical Design
        • Granular Delegation
        • Controlled Administrative Access
    o Other Directories
        • Synchronization
        • Security
        • Industry Standard
        • Access
    o Device Configuration
        • Standard Configuration
        • Quality of Service
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18. ACTIVE DIRECTORY: Benefits
Definitions
    o Domain
        • AD -Logical grouping of users and computers managed  
           through a central shared accounts database
        • DNS – a boundary of responsibility. Partition of a large,
          distributed database.
        • Internet Domain Name and AD name do NOT have to be the
          same!
    o Organization Unit
        • An Active Directory object that can contain other object
        • Also called a Container object
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19. ACTIVE DIRECTORY: Benefits
Definitions (cont.)
    o Class
        • An object that can be created in AD
        • Users, computers, printers and file shares are examples of
          instances of classes
    o Group Policy
        • Method of granting permissions and user rights
        • Can be used to restrict user actions
        • Can be applied locally or via Domain Organizational Units
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20. HP LAPTOPS: On-Line Computer Help Desk
Using the OnLine Computer Help Desk
Open the Buffalo Schools web page (
Click on Staff Resources under
Quick Links on the left.
Select OnLine Computer Help Desk.
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21. HP LAPTOPS: On-Line Computer Help Desk
Type in your address and click Submit.
Step 1: Complete personal information.
Step 2: Complete location information. Check box to have computer remember the area entries.
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22. HP LAPTOPS: On-Line Computer Help Desk
Step 3: Select problem type.
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23. HP LAPTOPS: On-Line Computer Help Desk
Step 4: Describe the problem or request.
Step 5: Complete the information about the problem or request.
This may vary depending on the type of problem or request.
Step 6: Select the purpose.
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24. HP LAPTOPS: On-Line Computer Help Desk
Step 7: If you have a file, you can attach it here.
Step 8: Type in the submittal password: password
Step 9: Click Submit. The list of notifications will vary depending on what you
have selected in My Settings at the bottom of the page.
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25. KEEPING THE DESKTOP CLEAN
HP LAPTOPS: Hardware
ON-LINE TUTORIALS
1. Go to the HP Website
2. Select Product View tab
3. View demo (skip intro)
4. Product views
KEEPING THE DESKTOP CLEAN
Keeps your computer running faster   
Organization
Get rid of clutter
Personalize the programs that you use most
BAICS
BASICS

26. HP LAPTOPS: Creating Folders
1. Right Click on the desktop or in a folder
2. Slide down to New, click on folder
3. You can then rename the folder
4. Drag files that you would like to copy into that folder
  CREATING FOLDERS
1. Creating folders is a simple way to organize data.
2. You can create folders for a specific subject and for different types of files
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27. HP LAPTOPS: Creating Folders
From the start menu select My Documents
Select Make a New Folder
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28. HP LAPTOPS: Creating Folders
1. Once your new folder is created, a box will open up next to the folder.
2. Give your folder a new name by clicking on the text New Folder; a blue box will appear, then add text.
3. When you are saving a file, you cannto
choose this folder as its saving location.
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29. HP LAPTOPS: H - Drive H – DRIVE FUNCTIONS
1. A Drive that is connected to your Active Directory account.
2. Use to save Backups of your information
3. Use to save things that you might want to use somewhere else in the district.
BASICS

30. HP LAPTOPS: Thumb (aka Jump) Drives
BASICS

31. OPERATIONS

32. MAC to WINDOWS TRANSITION
OPERATIONS

33. MAC to WINDOWS: Menus Macintosh
Menus are always at the very top of the screen (menu bar)
Menus change according to the front-most (“active”) application
The Application Menu shows the name of the current active application
Windows
Each Program Window has it’s own menu
OPERATIONS

34. MAC to WINDOWS: Dock vs. Task Bar
Macintosh
The Dock provides a quick access to Applications, minimized windows, folders, and files
Windows
The Taskbar provides fast access to Programs, the Start menu, Open Documents/Windows/Programs, and special tools.
OPERATIONS

35. MAC to WINDOWS: Apple vs. Start
Macintosh
The Apple Menu provides access to system functions, recent items, and Logout/Restart commands
Windows
The Start Menu provides access to system functions, recent items, and Logout/Restart commands
OPERATIONS

36. MAC to WINDOWS: System Preferences vs. Control Panel
Macintosh
The System Preferences
Windows
Control Panel
OPERATIONS

37. MAC to WINDOWS: Eject vs. Safely Remove Hardware: USB Disk
Macintosh Eject
Drag to Trash , sidebar Eject, Right-Click (ctrl-Click)
Windows
Safely Remove Hardware task bar item
OPERATIONS

38. DISTRICT SOFTWARE
OPERATIONS
BASICS

39. Graphic organizers Pre-made templates Multiple disciplines
SOFTWARE: Inspiration
Graphic organizers
Pre-made templates
Multiple disciplines
School 64 student artwork
convert instantly
to an outline
OPERATIONS
BASICS

40. INSPIRATION: Symbol Libraries
* Hundreds of pictures in diverse categories.
School 64 student artwork
OPERATIONS
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41. INSPIRATION: Customization
MENU ALLOWS YOU TO:
Record sounds to associate with symbols
Make selected symbols or text into hypertext links
Arrange the symbols in many formats including tree and web
Create symbols from pictures from outside the program
Format the text
School 64 student artwork
OPERATIONS
BASICS

42. SOFTWARE: Kidspiration
A graphic organizer similar to Inspiration, but designed for earlier grades
Open templates or a new organizer from the startup screen
School 64 student artwork
A simple interface with Venn diagrams, drag and drop and classifying activities
OPERATIONS
BASICS

43. Microsoft Programs Word Powerpoint Excel Outlook Office Publisher
SOFTWARE: Microsoft
Microsoft Programs
Word
Powerpoint
Excel
Outlook
Office
Publisher
* See handouts
OPERATIONS
BASICS

44. HARCOURT
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45. HARCOURT: PDF files
To get the Harcourt pdf files, type in this address into Internet Explorer:
You will be directed to this page.
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46. HARCOURT: Transparencies
On the left hand side, click IWB Resources. You should see this page:
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47. HARCOURT: Transparencies
Click the Harcourt button in the center.
The password is “buffalo”, lower or upper case.
You should see this page:
Choose your grade level. If you are prompted
for a password, input “buffalo” again.
These pdf files can be displayed on your
ActivBoard, added to a Powerpoint, and later
imported into Activstudio.
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48. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LAPTOP DEPLOYMENT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Day 2

49. IEP Direct
OPERATIONS

50. IEP Direct
OPERATIONS

51. IEP Direct
OPERATIONS

52. ESIS
OPERATIONS

53. ESIS: Student Information System
OPERATIONS

54. ESIS: Student Information System
Progress Report
OPERATIONS

55. ESIS: Student Information System
OPERATIONS

56. CURRICULUM

57. WEB-BASED RESOURCES
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58. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Ed Video On-Line
To create an EdVideo Online account:
1. Copy and paste MAmwxv2Tbj into the passcode box at bottom of webpage
2. Create your own account by completing information marked with an asterisk
Bookmark
It !
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59. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Think Bright
Streaming and downloadable videos and other resources
Lesson plans
Save favorites
Search by subject, keyword or grade
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60. Save your favorite videos
WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Think Bright
Save your favorite videos
Create and save playlists to use with classes
Burn videos to cd or dvd for use with a non-networked computer or TV
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61. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Atomic Leaning
Utilizing Atomic Learning
to discover Nettrekker
Self-paced, easy-to-use video tutorials
Extensive library of curriculum resources
Available to BPS staff, students and families
Available 24/7
Bookmark
It !
Username: buffalo
Password: bps
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62. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Atomic Leaning
SEARCHING FOR A TOPIC
1.Click Title name to go to the Atomic Learning training page for that Application.
2. Click on the Tutorial Title or the Movie Icon to play a movie directly from this page.
Type your search topic here
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63. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Atomic Leaning
Platform
Tutorial Title
Title
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64. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Atomic Leaning
CLICK
Resources tab
for
Lessons
Accelerators
Assessments
Workshops
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65. ATOMIC LEARNING: Resources
TEACHER 2 TEACHER
Lesson plans incorporating specific applications created by teachers include: objectives, instructions and sample products.
LESSON ACCELERATORS
Project-based learning activities teach students technology through curricular activities aligned with state standards.
WORKSHOPS
Tutorials for classroom or productivity, including: creating charts, podcasting and newsletter creation.
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66. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Nettrekker
CREATE AN ACCOUNT
Go to
Click Login at bottom of page
Click Register at top of page
Complete registration process by filling in any requested information (see next slide)
BENEFITS OF USING NETTREKKER
- internet search geared towards education
- results ranked by other educators
- ability to save results
- share search results
- specialized tools for project based learning
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67. NETTREKKER: Searching
Go to the Video
@ Atomic Learning
 Atomic Learning
Tabs adjust the grade level
WATCH: 
"Searching By Keyword"
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68. NETTREKKER: Searching
SEARCHING BY KEYWORD
Sort the results
Icons give more details instantly
SEARCHING BY SUBJECT
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69. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Worldbook On-Line
Dictionary
Atlas
Encyclopedia (English/Spanish)
Explore NY
Bookmark
It !
Login ID: buffalo1
Password: schools
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70. WEB-BASED RESOURCES: Worldbook On-Line
ALSO FIND:
World Book Kids is a more basic interface
World Book Advanced for primary and secondary source content
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71. WORLDBOOK ON-LINE: Leading Question Tools
* Leading questions change daily.
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72. TEACHER PAGES

73. TEACHER PAGES: Creating Your Site
Navigate to the settings via the Management tab on the main page.
Change password
Add contact information
Set icons, select school
Make sure Cookies are enabled
To create your website, go to
your password is your first name initial and last name initial and the numbers 123
Your website address will be
        /xlastname (ending with first i       nitial, last name)
review website guidelines
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74. HOME PAGE DESIGN: Teacher Pages
What is a Home Page?
The introductory document of an individual's or organization's Web site.
It typically serves as a table of contents to the site's other pages or provides links to other sites.
Tips on writing a Home Page:
Use your principal home page headline to communicate your site’s underlying value proposition.
exemplar: Aimee Wieler’s website
Use some short introductory text to clarify and expand on your headline.
exemplar: Miss Smith’s ESL webpage
Make your first-time visitors feel comfortable and confident.
exemplar: Monica Smart’s site
Help visitors find what they are looking for.
exemplar: Mr. Simpson’s Teacher Page
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75. TEACHER PAGES: Creating Your Site
  The Buffalo Public Schools provides the opportunity for all district teachers to design and post a teacher web site, hosted by the district. The teacher web site will be a learning portal open for business twenty-four hours a day, seven days per week  to support all classroom instruction, while helping to foster school/home communication.
TOP 10 REASONS
TO CREATE A TEACHER PAGE
10. Homesick
9. Distant relations
8. Friends from all over
7. Reading and Writing and…
6. Parents and Guardians
5. Events
4. Links
3. Feedback
2. Show and Tell
1. Memories
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76. The Window Into Your Classroom
TEACHER PAGES: Me a WebMaster?
Why Should I have a Website?
The Window Into Your Classroom
You do more than teach
You organize, plan, encourage, comfort, support, inspire, engage, and educate. Your classroom has a distinct personality and you want your students to flourish.
What resources would help streamline your classroom management while helping your students thrive?
Teacher Pages provide a centralized communication and education center for your classroom that:
Strengthens connections and communications between teachers, students, and families.
Provides easy access to assignments, booklists, teacher messages, resource links, quizzes, blogs…the list goes on
Brings classroom learning home.
Bolsters student self-confidence by increasing parent involvement in their child’s learning experience.
Enables teachers and students the ability to update site content, images,
         and graphics within seconds, as well as create new pages.
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77. TEACHER PAGE: Features
POSTINGS ON YOUR TEACHER PAGES
Calendars/homework
On-line quizzes
Puzzles and word searches
Slide shows
Classroom news
Interactive resources
Podcasts & Video
Message boards & blogs
TEACHER PAGE FEATURES
Unlimited pages calendar
Slideshows
Rich text editor
Message Board, Polls
Homework
Booklist
News
Web Resources
Great Designs
Quiz, Form, & Puzzle Maker
Center
Word Searches
Blogs
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78. WEBSITE GUIDELINES: Teacher Pages
Ownership The office of Public Relations has ultimate oversight of content placed on our District website
Suitable Content • Open house information, promotion of District sporting events
• Calendar of events that parents need to know about
Examples of content not suitable for the District website: • Content that is considered opinionated, similar to an editorial.
• Information that is commercial or promotional in nature.  • No one is to publish personal information or links to personal websites. • Information or pictures from activities that are deemed to be social in nature like a staff party. • Staff and school web pages are not to be used for any non-school related commercial, for-profit, or not-for-profit promotional activity.  Community fundraisers cannot be promoted on a School District website. • Links to non-District websites unless they are educational in nature and promote
goals of the Superintendent, Board of Education, and District
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79. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LAPTOP DEPLOYMENT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Day 1