BPS Technology Integration Website - Site-Wide Announcements http://itech.buffaloschools.org/lastest-docs/site-wide-announcements The latest site-wide announcements. Any published item that has "Site Announcement" as a keyword, and a state of "Published". en-us Plone 2.0 8e6 Filtering Problems http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/scaher/8e6-filtering-problems Some teachers are still experiencing filtering issues following the installation of the 8e6 client on their laptops, earlier in April. (This is a PC problem only.) scaher Site Announcement Wed, 13 May 2009 14:50:30 -0400 These teachers report they are blocked from professional websites, district email and/or banking sites when they attempt to log on from home.The reason for this is that BOCES does not have a record of their computer's MAC address and they are being filtered at the strictest level.

 

To change this click here and fill out the form. Supply the:

  •  user name
  • computer name
  • MAC Address 1
  • MAC Address 2 (if available)

 

Your information will be forwarded to BOCES and the filtering level will be corrected.

To Find the MAC Address on a PC

To find the MAC address go to Run. Type cmd. Then ipconfig/all. Locate the Physical Address. This is the MAC address. 

 

 

 

]]> Computrace Install Error Messages http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/administrative-software-and-web-resources/computrace/computrace-install-error-messages Download a complete list of Error Messages. scaher Site Announcement Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:43:23 -0400 Lotus Client Connection Config Changes http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/administrative-software-and-web-resources/lotusnotes/lotus-client-connection-config-changes Client connection configuration changes for migration to WNYRIC need to made to Lotus Notes clients only. Without this update, the user will experience problems. These changes do not apply to web mail uers. scaher Site Announcement Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:46:08 -0400 BPS/TRIAD Partner in Building Blocks project http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/tis-news-and-events/news/old-news/bps-triad-partner-in-building-blocks-project TRIAD is a BPS/UB project that provides professional development, curriculum, and resources to PreK teachers who are implementing the Building Blocks early childhood mathematics curriculum in their classrooms. (We are beginning with preschool, but pre-K, Kindergarten, and first grade will all be involved.) snourse Web Site Site Announcement Thu, 29 Sep 2005 06:32:51 -0400 Atomic Learning News - June 15, 2005 http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/tis-news-and-events/news/old-news/atomic-learning-news-june-15-2005 Atomic Learning News - June 15, 2005 (c) 2005, Atomic Learning, Inc., all rights reserved HEADLINES: 1. WELCOME ABOARD! 2. NEW TUTORIALS NOW AVAILABLE 3. NEW FEATURE ALERT: CLOSED CAPTIONING 4. AL WINS PRESTIGIOUS CODIE AWARD 5.ON THE ROAD AGAIN . . . . . 6. NEW ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - JEFF CLARKE snourse Tutorial Site Announcement Lesson Plan How-To Video tutorial Fri, 23 Sep 2005 15:33:08 -0400 Hispanic Heritage Month Websites http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/tis-news-and-events/news/old-news/hispanic-heritage-month-websites Here are some websites that might be useful for HHM Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Paula Salamone Library Media Specialist snourse Site Announcement Lesson Plan Wed, 21 Sep 2005 12:02:16 -0400 Web Mail and Sametime Documentation http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/tis-news-and-events/news/old-news/just-released-dwa-7-documentation Learn how to create an attachment, a new contact, stationary or signature–just some of the many things covered in the newly released Domino Web Access documentation. scaher Site Announcement Wed, 03 May 2006 14:16:18 -0400 Learn about your new and improved e-mail, Notes 7 Domino Web Access. Prepared by Lynn Widmer, Technology Specialist, Web Development and Messaging Services, WNYRIC, Erie1 BOCES, the documentation is for both Mac and PC.

]]> Atomic Learning News- September 2005 http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/tis-news-and-events/news/old-news/atomic-learning-news-september-2005 Atomic Learning newsletter: Headlines: >> NEW TUTORIALS NOW AVAILABLE >> ATOMIC LEARNING WINS EDNET AWARD >> ISTE CALLS FOR PRESENTERS >> WELCOME ABOARD! >> ON THE ROAD AGAIN . . . . . >> VIRTUAL TRAINING DATES ANNOUNCED snourse Site Announcement Tutorial How-To Video tutorial Wed, 28 Sep 2005 10:12:10 -0400 Technology for Connected Math http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/tis-news-and-events/news/old-news/technology-for-connected-math A hotlist of approved Connected Math websites. scaher Site Announcement Thu, 08 Mar 2007 14:37:38 -0500 Test Poll- Favorite Old School Educational Title http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/tis-surveys/plonepopoll.2006-01-10.7530786255 What do you consider to have been the best/most influentual "old school" educational program? snourse Site Announcement Tue, 10 Jan 2006 12:35:42 -0500 Project Form http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/project-form Organize your Camtasia Project with the Project Form. scaher Site Announcement Tue, 10 Jul 2007 09:01:15 -0400 Education Podcast Network http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/curriculum-and-technology/other/education-podcast-network Hi Folks, Thought you might enjoy and may want to add to itech for ideas... This link is for the Education Podcast Network and I think it's a great example of what educators are doing with our technology. It's organized by grade, subject and even has a section on "The what, why, and how of 21st century teaching & learning" nbills Site Announcement Fri, 02 Dec 2005 07:16:17 -0500 Web HelpDesk Links http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/general-technology/web-helpdesk-links Help Desk movies from Kim and Greg's HelpDesk presentation.... snourse Site Announcement Fri, 09 Jun 2006 14:13:01 -0400 New Accounts

HelpDesk

HelpDeskDD

]]> Clearing Security Logs on a PC http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/pc-related/clearing-security-logs-on-a-pc When a user is unable to log in and the reason given on the logon screen is "Security Log Full", download the pdf attached below and follow the steps. This usually fixes the error. This happens periodically to the same pcs depending on how much the computer is used. Please note: The user must sign on with admin privileges. scaher Site Announcement Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:50:19 -0400 AD User Print Management http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/pc-related/ad-user-print-management Users in Phase II schools and schools "flipped" to Active Directory can manage their printing through a web interface. Download the pdf and learn how to add printers, pause printing, cancel printing and check printer status. scaher Site Announcement Thu, 15 May 2008 18:23:42 -0400 The Fundamentals of Screen Recording http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/pc-related/the-fundamentals-of-screen-recording The information contained within this guide will help you understand the guiding principles behind successful screen recording. Before you begin working with Camtasia Studio, it is recommend that you read through this guide to become familiar with some of the terms and concepts that you will come across when making your videos. scaher Site Announcement Thu, 05 Jul 2007 12:53:04 -0400 Installing HP2300 Network Printers http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/pc-related/ploneexfile.2005-12-06.5263406970 Step-by-step instructions, with screen shots, on installing a Hewlett Packard Laserjet 2300 network printer. For Windows XP machines including the ThinkPad laptops. msedita Technical Site Announcement How-To Tue, 06 Dec 2005 10:08:39 -0500 Installing HP1100 Network Printers http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/pc-related/ploneexfile.2005-12-06.8446423655 Step-by-step instructions, with screen shots, on installing your HP1100 network printer. For Windows XP machines including the ThinkPad laptop computers. msedita Technical Site Announcement How-To Tue, 06 Dec 2005 10:04:38 -0500 Apple Remote Desktop Admin Guide http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/documents/mac-related/apple-remote-desktop-admin-guide Download a copy of the Administrator's Guide. scaher Site Announcement Mon, 11 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 Did you attend the recent inservice introducing Apple Remote Desktop 3.0 and want to know more?


Download a copy of the Apple Remote Desktop Administrator's Guide.

]]> Educational Software Repository http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/educational-software-repository This site is a repository for educational software for the district. It includes textbook supplements (CD-ROMS) and various other software packages that lend themselves to being hosted on the web. snourse Site Announcement Tue, 18 Oct 2005 22:22:11 -0400 Step by Step SYNC Station Installs http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/administrative-software-and-web-resources/dibels/step-by-step-sync-station-installs Download this step by step guide to installing a DIBELS sync station on either a Mac or PC. scaher Site Announcement Wed, 03 Sep 2008 08:14:42 -0400 Web Steps http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/administrative-software-and-web-resources/new-buffalo-website/web-steps Download a copy of Web Steps. This illustrated document walks you through the the basics of our new website's content management system. scaher Site Announcement Thu, 06 Dec 2007 17:54:45 -0500 Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) Resource Page http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/administrative-software-and-web-resources/ard/ard Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) is the best way to manage the Mac computers on your network. Distribute software, provide real-time online help to end users, create detailed software and hardware reports, and automate routine management tasks — all without leaving your desk. Featuring Automator actions, Remote Spotlight search, and a new Dashboard widget, Apple Remote Desktop 3 makes your job easier than ever. snourse Technical Site Announcement TIS Team Thu, 07 Jun 2007 09:35:00 -0400

ARD Icon

     

Apple Remote Desktop (ARD)

Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) 3, the award-winning desktop management system for Mac OS X has more than 50 new features that deliver improvements in software distribution, asset management, and remote assistance. Apple Remote Desktop 3 offers a wide range of high performance features, including lightning-fast Spotlight searches across multiple Tiger systems; more than 30 Automator actions for easy automation of repetitive tasks; a Dashboard widget that provides quick and convenient observation of remote systems; and AutoInstall for automatically updating software on mobile systems once they return to the network.

Features


Website URL:

http://www.apple.com/remotedesktop/

District Availability:

Available for all employees

Requirements:

Requires:
Mac OS X 10.3.9 or better
Target Audience:

TIS,  teachers, staff

Site Resources: 
http://www.apple.com/remotedesktop/tutorials/
Screen Shots




]]> Teacher Pages Manual Available http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/web-resources/teacher-pages-training-manual/teacher-pages-help-manual Teacher Pages Help Manual from SchoolWorld offers step-by-step instructions for creating a classroom web site on MyTeacherPages. If you are a Buffalo Public School teacher and you would like to create your own teacher website, see the Technology Integration Specialist in your building for an account and admin site url. (The manual is a pdf.) scaher MyTeacherPages Site Announcement How-To Sun, 03 Feb 2008 08:37:59 -0500 Acuity Resource Page http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/web-resources/acuity/acuity Acuity is a web-based assessment tool from McGraw-Hill being used in the district in grades 3-8. Download the Quick Start Guide if you have questions about setting up your classes for testing. scaher Web Site Site Announcement Fri, 31 Aug 2007 13:09:33 -0400

acuity logo
 

Acuity

Acuity is a comprehensive, web based assessment program for Math and Reading covering Grades 3-8 and Algebra for Grades 6-12. It offers assessments and  reports to help teachers better target instruction and measure student progress.

  

The district is using Acuity in grades 3-8 to assess students in Math and ELA.

Acuity Math and Reading/Language Arts include:
•  Three Predictive Benchmarks per grade per subject
•  Four Diagnostic Assessments per grade per subject
•  Instructional Exercises for guided practice
•  State-Correlated Item Bank for creating custom tests

Website URL:




 More information
http://www2.ctb.com/acuity/
Logon Screen
http://h50.eppg.com/index.jsp

Home Page (Log on here.)
https://www.acuityathome.com/index.jsp

District Availability:


16 SSIDS school
Password Requirement:
 
Password required. Email gemorris@buffaloschools.org

System Requirements:


  
Browser, internet connection, Firefox recommended for Macs Click Here  to download hardware and software requirements.

 Target Audience:
  Math and ELA students grades 3-8

]]> What's New With Inspiration- October '05 http://itech.buffaloschools.org/tech-integration/district-resources/software/inspiration/what-s-new-with-inspiration-october-05 Announcing Inspiration Software's eighth annual Inspired Teacher Scholarships for Visual Learning! * Inspiration® for Pocket PC offers exciting new dimension *to handheld learning * Introducing Kidspiration® 2.1 and Inspiration® 7.6! - New updates that support emerging classroom technologies * Promethean Announces Exclusive Offer with Inspiration Software * Broward County Public Schools Offers All Students Inspiration and Kidspiration as Cross-Curricular Instructional Tools snourse Site Announcement Tue, 04 Oct 2005 08:34:32 -0400 Control PCs via ARD and AppleScript http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/control-pcs-via-ard-and-applescript This script, when used in conjuction with Apple Remote Desktop, will allow selected windows computers to be controlled in Safari via the PC's built in web based VNC server. Instructions are included. snourse Technical Site Announcement software Wed, 02 Jan 2008 22:39:42 -0500 Language! Online Assessment System http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/language-online-assessment-system The login page for the ELA Language! Online Assessment System. Teacher enter results from their Language Assessment: Summative Tests and Progress Indicators books. (Sopris West) snourse Site Announcement Fri, 16 Nov 2007 09:41:39 -0500 Convocation '07 Quicktime Download http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/convocation-07-quicktime-download A link to the downloadable Quicktime movie of Superintendent James Williams' 2007 Convocation address. Available within district network only. Requires Quicktime 7. snourse Site Announcement Tue, 05 Sep 2006 11:43:57 -0400 eSIS Mark Entry Video Tutorial Webpage http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/support/esis-mark-entry-video-tutorial-webpage This website will play the high quality version of the Mark Entry Tutorial. It also contains links to all other versions of the video. This website and all video links are available only within the district network. snourse Site Announcement Tutorial How-To Video tutorial Sun, 15 Oct 2006 22:30:23 -0400 eSIS Mark Entry Video Tutorial (lower quality) http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/support/copy_of_esis-mark-entry-video-tutorial A video tutorial (requires Quicktime 6+- lower quality/larger download but may be more compatible with older versions of QuickTime) for the mark entry procedure using the eSIS student information. Web grading will be replaced by eSIS Teacher Assistant for end of quarter grade reporting and 5-week progress reports. It's only available within the district network. (Updated 10/31/07 with new URL for eSIS and information regarding Regents Exam Score Entry) This tutorial is meant for the teachers in my buildings (S. Park, Emerson)- but feel free to use if you like. -Scott (this link will download a Quicktime reference file which, when opened, will open the video) snourse Site Announcement Tutorial How-To Video tutorial Sun, 15 Oct 2006 22:30:23 -0400 How to Change Your eSIS / Teacher Assistant Password http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/support/how-to-change-your-esis-teacher-assistant-password Instructions on how to change your eSIS password via Teacher Assistant (.pdf file). It's very important that your password has been changed and is secure! snourse Site Announcement How-To Thu, 02 Nov 2006 12:29:58 -0500 eSIS Login Link http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/support/esis-login-link eSIS is the district's student information system. Click this link to login. Please note- you may need to follow the instructions to either install a plugin, or to Always trust an web certificate. snourse Site Announcement Mon, 30 Oct 2006 14:03:21 -0500 eSIS Mark Entry Video Tutorial http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/support/esis-mark-entry-video-tutorial A video tutorial (requires Quicktime 7+) for the mark entry procedure using the eSIS student information. Web grading will be replaced by eSIS Teacher Assistant for end of quarter grade reporting and 5-week progress reports. It's only available within the district network. This tutorial is meant for the teachers in my buildings (S. Park, Emerson)- but feel free to use if you like. -Scott (this link will download a Quicktime reference file which, when opened, will open the video) (Updated 10/31/07 with new URL for eSIS, better quality, and information regarding Regents Exam Score Entry) snourse Site Announcement Tutorial How-To Video tutorial Sun, 15 Oct 2006 22:30:23 -0400 Convocation '06 Quicktime Download http://itech.buffaloschools.org/Members/snourse/convocation-06-quicktime-download A link to the downloadable Quicktime movie of Superintendent James Williams' 2006 Convocation address. Available within district only. Requires Quicktime 7. snourse Site Announcement Tue, 05 Sep 2006 11:43:57 -0400