Episodes

  • 4.10 School Year Closeout - GirlTechInnov8rs Edition
    May 15 2024

    The tech-savvy Girl Tech Innov8rs are putting a bow on the 2023-2024 school year with some last-minute pizzazz before the bell rings for Summer Break. Get ready for a sneak peek into exciting summer learning opportunities, tips on becoming an MIE Expert, and the hottest updates in Nearpod. Tune in for awesome ways to wrap up the year with Memory Wheels, Word Summaries, and virtual reality adventures!

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    20 mins
  • 4.9 Buckle up for Fast-Paced Edtech Updates
    Apr 15 2024

    This month, join the Girl Tech Innov8rs as they dive into updates about Summer professional learning opportunities, Microsoft Innovator Educator Programs, and the latest information on becoming an MIE Expert. They also discuss the Edtech Assemble Virtual Technology Conference, new features in Canva, and provide examples of the best ways for teachers to use it in the classroom. Great discussions happen around creating lessons that are inclusive by design for all learners using the Microsoft Accessibility pathways in Learn.

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    19 mins
  • 4.8 Marching Forward with Edtech
    Mar 15 2024

    Stride into spring with the Girl Tech Innov8rs in this episode brimming with edtech revelations that will leave you feeling lucky! Discover the latest enhancements in Microsoft Forms, Reading Progress, and Stream. We also delve into the forthcoming Spring Edtech conference, guiding you on how to locate session registrations to tailor your morning schedule. Plus, we have details on the Florida Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert Call. Don’t miss out!

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    17 mins
  • 4.7 Edtech Makes Our Hearts Happy
    Feb 15 2024

    Join the Girl Tech Innov8rs as they recap FETC in Orlando, FL, and the Microsoft Innovator Expert meet-up. Be the first to hear information on the upcoming virtual technology conference offered in St. Lucie Public Schools, including session topics, presenters, and how you can build your own agenda for the event. The Girl Tech Innov8rs released a new #Ticket2Try on Microsoft Loop sharing different ideas of how it can be used in collaboration with your team.

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    17 mins
  • 4.6 Learning and Growing in the New Year
    Jan 16 2024

    Join the Girl Tech Innov8rs as they kick off the new year discussing professional learning opportunities focusing on Reading Progress and Reading Coach. The Girl Tech Innov8rs share about their upcoming virtual tech conference and information on how to apply to present. Learn about which sessions they will be presenting at FETC along with the St. Lucie Team and dive deeper with learning pathways on Microsoft Learn.

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    16 mins
  • 4.5 Reflecting on edtech updates 2023
    Dec 15 2023

    The Girl Tech Innov8rs can't end 2023 without reflecting on their top three favorite edtech platforms and the updates they gifted this year. From Nearpod to Canva, they each cover their favorite features and releases. Reading Progress and Coach is a hot topic during this episode with new features and demonstrations. Also, more information is shared about exciting session announcements at #FETC this January.

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    15 mins
  • 4.4 Thankful for Tech Innovators in EDU
    Nov 15 2023

    This month the Girl Tech Inno8rs are talking all about educational technology that they are thankful for! Learn about upcoming professional learning conferences including Microsoft Education Exchange, and FETC in Orlando, FL. Microsoft Forms has some exciting new updates to help engage all learners and the Tech Team is sharing all about Clear touch panels and usage in our District. St. Lucie Public Schools is taking Microsoft Bookings and Shared Calendars to a new level with school-wide bookings and parent conferences.

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    17 mins
  • 4.3 Spooky Times Bring Thrilling Updates
    Oct 16 2023

    Spooky season may be upon us but these edtech updates are nothing to fear! This episode is all about new and exciting additions to not only edtech applications but also to the Girl Tech Innov8rs and their podcast. Laurie and Julia will share the latest and greatest of the new Microsoft Edge, time-saving and professional graphics with Canva, and student feedback using Nearpod.

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    16 mins