The New York State School Technology Voucher Program (NYS-STVP) resulted from the Settlement Agreement between New York State consumers and Microsoft Corporation. Funds awarded in the settlement are offered to eligible public school districts (on behalf of their eligible public schools), in the form of vouchers. These vouchers can be used by eligible schools in their efforts to improve their readiness for computer-based testing (CBT) and to create a technology-rich learning school environment. In order to receive vouchers, schools must complete the Technology Inventory for Online Assessments (TIOA). All eligible schools must apply by November 1, 2014.
Download this NYC Doe Document on the agenda to learn more about the TIOA and Voucher Program
SMART Products and Training are all covered by STVP Funds!
Starting April 1st, SMART will introduce SMART Notebook™ Advantage, an optional annual maintenance subscription that offers access to even more educational functionality, and includes live technical support and software updates throughout the year. With each new purchase of SMART hardware bundled with SMART Notebook collaborative learning software customers will be entitled to one year of SMART Notebook Advantage.
However, if schools are only interested in the software, SMART Notebook™ Advantage will have to be purchased separately. Luckily, those schools looking for for eligible software will be able to use thier STVP funds to purchase the software. STVP can be used for any SMART Technologies purchase, including new Interactive Whiteboards, Response systems, or podiums.
And what if you need training for all that new software or hardware? No problem, Professional Development can be purchased with the STVP funds as well!
So looks like you are covered! time to go online and make your selection!
In response to the high level of interest in SMART amp, SMART Education Leaders will host a special series of SMART amp Spotlight sessions from February 18 – March 27, 2014.
Tuesdays at 10 AM & Thursdays at 11 AM Eastern Standard Time
| Tuesday, March 11 | 10 am EST, 8 am MST, 7 am PST |
| Thursday, March 13 | 11 am EST, 9 am MST, 8 am PST |
| Tuesday, March 18 | 10 am EST, 8 am MST, 7 am PST |
| Thursday, March 20 | 11 am EST, 9 am MST, 8 am PST |
| Tuesday, March 25 | 10 am EST, 8 am MST, 7 am PST |
| Thursday, March 27 | 11 am EST, 9 am MST, 8 am PST |
Contact our training department to find out more about SMART amp and other SMART Resources!
Presentation Products, Inc. in partnership with Léman Manhattan Preparatory School will conduct a series of mini-workshops for SMART users who are looking for more ways to introduce interactive activities into their classrooms. These workshops will best serve individuals who have experience with the SMART board and Notebook software, but who may want advanced instruction on how to create more engaging lessons with the technology (like the ones you saw at that conference somewhere). At the end of each session participants will have access to shared items from the Mini-workshop and will be able to use what they created in the classroom right away.
Quick Info:
WHAT: A series of SMART mini-workshops that will enable teachers to get hands on time to practice and create fun, engaging lessons, with enough interactivity to entice their students to learn! All Participants must bring their own laptop with the latest version of Notebook software installed.
WHEN: January and February 2014. See below for specific dates
WHERE: Léman Manhattan Preparatory School
41 Broad St, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please bring photo ID along with a copy of your registration confirmation for access to the building.
The cost for each workshop will be $49- a savings of over $300. Seating is limited, so register early!
See below for a listing of available mini-workshops in the Winter Series:
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January 30th, 2014
4:00-5:30 pm
SMART Notebook 11 software offers more creativity and flexibility than ever before, with many new tools and features to help you create and deliver lessons more easily and with greater impact. Participants will learn the best practices of Notebook 11’s NEW interactive features and more.
Sign up here
For more information,call 212-736-6350 or email [email protected]
Having trouble getting your SMART Board to mirror your laptop/computer screen? Doing this will allow you to remotely control what is displayed on the board and allows a teacher to control the flow of a lesson while students interact with the board for specific activities. It’s easy!
Windows computer: Go to the start menu and select “control panel.” From there click the tab that says “screen resolution” and check the box that either says “multiple displays” or “mirror display”. Hit apply!
Mac: Find your system preferences by clicking on the Apple icon at the top left of your screen. Select “displays” then, “arrangement” and check the box for “mirror displays”.