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News and Updates

January 2025

🗓️ Dates on Deck:


IT Conference

Feb 21, 2025

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ITEC Fall Conference

October 13-14, 2025

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ITEC IT Conference

The annual ITEC IT Conference is just around the corner. We can't wait to connect, learn and grow with you. The conference will be taking place in Nevada, IA on February 21st from 9:00 - 4:00. We have a great lineup of sessions from web filtering and classroom management to data loss prevention, streamlined documentation and device management. Walk away with an expanded toolbox of strategies as well as new connections with others around the state to navigate best practices in Information Technology.



Don't miss out on this great event and register now.

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Tip / Strategy To Try Out

🚀 Quick Chrome Fix: Restart Like a Pro!


Does this sound familiar? You're deep in work or play, and suddenly Google Chrome slows to a crawl or freezes altogether. 😩 Don't panic—you don't have to lose your tabs or restart your computer!


Try this:


  1. Type chrome://restart in the address bar.
  2. Press Enter and voilà—Chrome will close and restart, bringing your tabs back to life!


Make it even easier!

Create a one-click restart button for your bookmarks bar:


  1. Right-click your bookmarks bar and select Add Bookmark.
  2. In the Name field, type something like Restart Chrome.
  3. In the URL field, type chrome://restart.
  4. Click Save—now you can restart Chrome with a single click!

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🎸 Rockstar Recognition

Name: Katie Wallace


Position: First Grade Teacher


Building/District: West Elementary, North Polk School District


Years Served: 11


Favorite Tech Moment: Successfully getting the whole class on devices for the first time each year!



Pro Tip: My tip for educators is to jump into new tech opportunities. Go for it!!! If it doesn't work, the kids are flexible and will easily pivot to something else. But when it does work-- it's pretty amazing! 

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💻 Tech Tool of the Month

Markify is the perfect tool for teachers looking to foster collaboration without chaos in their classrooms. This versatile platform allows you to upload PDFs, like worksheets or lesson materials, directly into a shared space, or create an infinite digital canvas using Freeboard. With unique features like sharing lessons via a quick pin code (no student logins required) and real-time syncing for annotations and cursors, Markify makes teamwork seamless and engaging. Teachers can easily manage participation with tools like Observe Mode to view student screens, Temporary Editor for controlled access, and an Idle Indicator to ensure students stay focused. Even if the internet goes out, Markify saves work locally, and lessons can be downloaded as PDFs for later review.


Streamline your teaching experience and empower student collaboration with Markify!

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Learning Recommendation

Edtech Throwdown

Podcast

Looking to stay ahead in the world of educational technology? Check out the Edtech Throwdown Podcast by Eric Guise and Nick Johnson! This engaging podcast dives into practical edtech tools, strategies, and tips designed to empower educators in their classrooms. With a fun, approachable style, Eric and Nick share their expertise and real-world experiences, helping you discover innovative ways to enhance teaching and learning. Whether you're a tech newbie or a seasoned pro, there's something for everyone in each episode.

Learn More Here!
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