Links
Plagiarism Checker Type in a passage and check to see if it is plagiarized.
Creative Commons Legal photos, music, and videos to use in projects
Bubble This is a simple, free, brainstorming tool.
Popplet: This is another free brainstorming tool.
Online Stopwatch Time your class for something
Super Teacher Tools: Random name generator, Jeopardy Games, and other tons of cool tools for free
Random Number Generator Use instead of sticks
Discovery School Tools: Create word searches, crossword puzzles and more
Technology Information
Smarter Balance Assessment Links
Creative Commons
Link to Creative Commons Material
If you’re looking for content that you can freely and legally use, there is a giant pool of CC-licensed creativity available to you. There are hundreds of millions of works — from songs and videos to scientific and academic material — available to the public for free and legal use under the terms of CC copyright licenses, with more being contributed every day. CC allows students and teachers to use copyright legal media in their projects.
Technology Help
Most problems require a HelpDesk ticket. However, if you are not sure, or you need troubleshooting assistance, check with a nearby tech-savvy teacher.
Bulbs or Toner - Contact Joy.
Projector, Document Camera, or Digital Camera broken? Call Maintenance for repair @ 997-7500.
How do I Create a Help Desk Ticket and Change my Password
- Log in with the same username an password you use to log in to your computer
- Once logged in, click the Applications menu (upper-left corner), and select eHelpDesk
- Click "Create New Ticket" in upper, left corner.
- Fill out the info:
Location: (Bancroft)
Group: (Usually "Computer/Printer Problem")
Assignment: (Select "Ticket Pool")
Asset: (6-digit inventory number)
Subject: (this will be the ticket title, ex: "Computer Won't Boot Up")
Note: (Describe the problem in detail. Include the make, model, and inventory #.
Click "Save Changes" and the ticket # will appear in the upper, left corner.
- Changing your password is also done in the portal under File Services.
This works much better in FIREFOX than in Safari.
How do I Post Advisory Grades
- Click on Settings
- Select Advisory grade book
- Click Grade Scales
- Create New Scale
- Name it Advisory
- Add New Grade: P
- Set minimum grade% (I use 5)
- Delete other grades (A-F)
- Choose Advisory from grade drop down window
- Press Submit.
Your Advisory should have P for a grade.
Common Core State Standards Explained
Resources Common Core
If your student is having trouble in a particular area, here are some free online resources that are common core aligned and have proven to help with test prep.
Keyboarding Links
Typing Web Create a free account
Beginning Typing Practice: Use this page when you are just starting out so you can choose your level.
Free Typing Games: Keep your fingers in the home row when you play games!
Nitro Type: Competitive Typing
How do I install/add a Printer?
PC users must create a HelpDesk ticket for a tech to install a printer.
Mac users can add printers using an IP address by following these steps.
