180 Days of RAMS

GoGuardian in the Classroom

GoGuardian is a powerful tool for educators looking to enhance their classroom management and student engagement. This innovative software allows teachers to monitor student activity on school devices, filter content, and even remotely lock screens when necessary. With GoGuardian, teachers can create a safe and secure learning environment, while also providing students with the freedom to explore the internet and learn at their own pace. In this podcast, we will hear from a kindergarten teacher at Concord Elementary, Heather Bradshaw, about the benefits of GoGuardian in the classroom, and how it can help teachers achieve their educational goals. Join us as we dive into the world of GoGuardian and discover the many ways it can transform your classroom experience!

Student-Created Podcasts

Get ready to amplify your classroom with the power of podcasting! In this episode, Danette McClinton shares how she collaborated with her DIS to create a project-based podcast unit. She'll share the scaffolds used to support students, the challenges she encountered, and the unexpected impact on students. Listen now as we discover how student-created podcasts can turn your classroom into a powerhouse of innovation!

Don't Wait... Collaborate

Listen in as two teachers share the power of collaboration, the impact for their students, and the importance of having FUN. Side Note: If you hear a low rumbling throughout it's not your device, we recorded at a table and apparently the table amplified every bump and movement around the mic. 😉 *Interview conducted in April of 2023.

180 Days of RAMS

Join us as we hear from Administrative Assistant John Garrett and Title One Facilitator Melanie Hahn of Robert Anderson Middle School (RAMS). They're going to spill the tea on how their school is crushing the social media game to engage the community. The initiative, called 180 Days of RAMS aims to highlight the daily achievements of RAMS students and staff. Trust us, you don't want to miss this episode; John Garrett is going to break it down for us with social media challenges, community impact, and the secret sauce to making a post that pops! (This episode was recorded in March 2023)

Southwood Academy of the Arts: A Palmetto's Finest School

Did you hear about Southwood Academy of the Arts in Anderson School District 5? They received a South Carolina state award called Palmetto’s Finest, but what is it? What does it mean to be recognized as a Palmetto’s Finest School? And, how will it impact the students and community? Join Southwood's Digital Integration Specialists Ashley Pursley, Beth Brannon, and Jennifer Burdette with Principal Jamie Smith for a behind-the-scenes look at Southwood Academy's journey to becoming a Palmetto's Finest School.