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Technology Happenings @ TTSD Instructional Technology Update   Upcoming Licensed Laptop Refresh: May/June 2026 Thanks to the 2026 Bond (which cannot be used for staffing), licensed staff laptops will be refreshed this May! We have selected premium hardware to ensure your technology supports your work seamlessly. New Hardware: Mac: MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512 GB hard drive). This new Air outperforms previous Pro models, making a separate "upgrade" option unnecessary. Windows: Lenovo ThinkPad P14s (!^GB RAM, 512 GB hard drive) Timeline: Expect arrivals in late May. Next Steps: Your technician will be sending you a follow up email with how you can best prepare for this transition and to schedule a laptop "swap." Technology Important Updates Synergy MTSS - Fall 2026 Beginning Fall 2026, TTSD will Implement Synergy MTSS as the unified MTSS platform for the school district. Primary Goals Establish a single MTSS operational system of record Eliminate redundant platforms Streamline academic and behavior MTSS workflows Additional information will be sent in the coming weeks... Spring Cyber Security Lessons Month: Required lessons for staff and students can be found below. See emails for additional information. Spring Staff Lesson Staff Lesson Spring Student Lessons Grades K-2 Grades 3-6 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12 TTSD Website Upcoming Technology Related Events Upcoming Maintenance Weekends- April 25/26th May 30/31st June 27/28th   Questions or concerns? If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links: Tech Request Email: helpdesk@ttsd.k12.or.us IT Help Desk 503-431-4051

Winter Updates!

 SWIPE your ID badge

• When was the last time you swiped your TTSD ID Badge?  Please take a moment in the next few days to swipe your card on a card reader the next time you enter your school.  This will tell our system you still have it.  For security purposes and (early) Spring Cleaning, we are collaborating with the Operations Department to tighten and secure access to our buildings.

Network "Down Days" February - May

• February 28th - March 1
• LightSpeed Internet Filter update - all staff will see a notice.  Please update.
  
  
  
• March (Spring Break)
• April 25th-26th
• May 30 - 31st

Coming Soon... Staff Cyber Security Training and Student AI/Digital Citizenship

Technology Winter Update

Udating your TTSD devices keeps our network secure and safe.

• Mac computers and iPads will be allowed to update to IOS and Mac OS 26 beginning Monday, Dec 15, 2025
• Please update over the winter break to avoid updating interruptions once we return in January 2026.
• Reminders will be sent through Jan 23rd.
• HOW?
• Update Your iPad iOS Software
• Update macOS computer
• Mac computer users: JAMF's "Self Service" icon is getting a new look! Staff and Students use Self Service to install apps from the TTSD catalog.  Staff can use Self Service change their account password and also "Request Admin Privileges" to install a printer.  Please note the new icon and name = Self Service+ (different look, but same function)
  

TTSD PrintShop Updates:

1. Curriculum catalog LAUNCHED - easy for ordering & re-ordering
• Current titles includes CKLA and iReady books 
2. Beginning this week, cost estimates will be included in the request confirmation email as an effort to inform all users of the cost to our district for print jobs.  Awareness is our goal. 
3. Note: Printshop will be closed December 20th - Jan 5th.  Estimated 5 day turnaround time will not include these closed dates. 

Cyber Security Training (by Nov 13th) & Software Discontinued at TTSD

Fall Cyber Security Training — Due November 13

As required by our Cyber Security Insurance, all TTSD staff members are required to complete Cyber Security training twice a year (as education is the BEST method of prevention of a cyber incident which can cost us time, $ and data loss). This first training for 2025-26 SY coincides with October Cyber Security Month.  

LINK TO COURSE << All staff to complete by Nov 13, 2025

This fall’s required training focuses on

1.  Phishing Awareness and the 
2. TTSD Acceptable Use Policy, which includes a reminder that account passwords must never be shared.

Please complete this training by the end of Quarter 1.
The training is self-paced and available in Canvas.

A second cyber security module will be released in Spring 2026.

Thank you for helping keep TTSD systems and data secure!

NOTICE: Software No Longer Being Used at TTSD

Effective November 7, the following software resources will no longer be available to TTSD staff or students.

These changes are being made due to vendor non-compliance with district data privacy policy requirements and/or budget reductions within the IT Department.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue to prioritize student data privacy and responsible resource management. 

 

Clever Teacher Library:

• Prodigy, Khan Academy, eSpark, and Duolingo will no longer be available.

Software No Longer Funded (beginning September 2025):

• Survey's were conducted last Spring to identify high-users of these resources and communicate early regarding the lack of funding to continue in 2025-26
• Licenses for both Screencastify and KAMI have ended. (TTVA will continue with KAMI)
• Staff may request one of the limited Screencastify licenses for 2025–26 by completing this form.
• For alternatives, connect with your instructional coaches, technicians, or peers.

Expiring Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs):

•  Edmentum Courseware, ClassDojo, and Grammarly will lose access as vendors have declined to renew state-approved DPAs.

Back to School Updates for TTSD Staff

Welcome Back From Your Technology Department !

As we embrace the end of summer and another exciting start to a new school year, please take a moment to catch up on some summer changes and review TTSD technology agreements for the year:

• If you are on a Mac laptop, you will see a message from "JAMF Connect" asking you to sign in with your FULL email and your TTSD password.  If you have any trouble, see Resource #1 below.

• JAMF Connect is replacing "AdminByRequest" on Macs to elevate your access on your computer to install a printer and run updates. 
• Why?  Identified a less expensive tool to satisfy this requirement by our cyber security insurance (remove admin privileges on client computers)
• Resources:
1. Jamf Connect - Getting Started
2. Jamf Connect - Elevated Admin Privileges
3. Jamf Connect - Change TTSD Password

• All Staff are required to review & sign the Staff Acceptable Use Policy & Data Confidentiality Agreement to ensure clear communicate and expectations on data & account responsibility:

2025-26 Staff Technology Acceptable Use & Data Confidentiality Agreement

• Changes to Elementary and Middle School Student Devices:
• After classroom teacher and school principal feedback, we have made some notable changes to our student 1:1 device setup. Notable changes:
• In Grades K-8:
• Backgrounds images are locked (same background for all students)
• Students cannot rearrange Apps on their screen
• Students cannot remove Apps
• Unused system apps removed (News, Stocks, etc)
• Internet Filter Changes: 
• Elementary & middle school students have additional non-educational categories blocked.
• NO INTENTIONAL change to high school students or staff (* Upgrade to filter system over the summer may cause unintended changes - please submit a tech request if you run into any issues)

 

Soak Up the Sun and Some Fresh Insights

I hope you're finding time to enjoy these summer days—whether that means long walks, beach trips, backyard lounging, or catching up on your favorite activities. As educators, we know how challenging it can be to stay on top of new technologies during the school year. That’s why I wanted to share a fantastic find with you: an EXCELLENT podcast that’s perfect for a 45-minute walk, a workout, a drive to the coast, or even just relaxing in the sun with your earbuds in.

This is a great way to recharge while still staying inspired for the year ahead.

PLAY

(YouTube Version)

Don't have time?  Check out this TTSD approved tool "NotebookLM" that can help you and students digest a variety of information by providing the content in a variety of formats: 

1. Open NotebookLM
2. Add resource(s): YouTube Version
3. Click "Studio' & choose from:
• Audio Overview
• Reports >
• Briefing Doc
• Study Guide

There are a number of resources available to help guide your use of AI for professional growth & efficiencies, as well as beginning to educate students how, when and why they choose to leverage AI tools, with teacher guidance and approval. 

End of School Year - Technology Wishes

It's the last day of the 2024-25 school year! Congratulations to you and all of our students for their hard work and persistence this year.  We wanted to send you into your summer vacation months with a few reminders and updates from Technology Dept.

SAFETY & SECURITY REMINDERS:

• Keep your password secure over the summer.  
• Never send personally identified information (SSN, student ID information, etc.) in email or email attachments
• If you explore the use of ChatGPT, Gemini or other AI tools this summer, refrain from putting personal information in these systems.  They are not private and the data entered is often/likely used to train their algorithms. 

LOOKING FORWARD TO FALL:

• K-12 Student Technology Skills Framework will make its DEBUT
• K-8 Student devices will have some exciting new academic-focused configurations
• Student Internet filter refinements to reduce off-task distractions
• Continued discussions of AI and the impact(s) on student learning...

Summer tech fun:

• Seesaw Early Literacy Teacher Resources
  Seesaw Early Literacy Lessons
  Seesaw Early Literacy One Pager
  Seesaw Early Literacy Overview - Youtube Video
  
  
• JAMF Teacher for iPad student management in K-8 Classrooms (Intro Video)

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    Jamf Teacher
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    Create and Start Lessons in Jamf Teacher

•  Teacher Support for AI In the Classroom
• TTSD AI Guide
• TTSD AI Use Stoplight