CPS Tech Talk 2025

Discover how to engage students by integrating video assignments into core subject classwork using Google Vids, no filming required!  Participants will learn how to easily assign student video projects that align with your curriculum that students can complete in one class period.

Discover how Gemini, Google’s AI assistant, can streamline lesson planning, generate engaging materials, and support differentiated instruction - all within Google Classroom. This hands-on session will equip you with practical strategies to save time, boost creativity, and personalize learning to meet diverse student needs. Transform your teaching with Gemini!

Hear about many of the new features you have access to in Google Classroom! We'll cover tools that make differentiation easier as well as new features that help make it easier to create engaging, interactive learning experiences that help with reading, math, and more! We'll also cover how you can get insights into student progress at the class- and student-level.

Repetitive tasks frequently arise in our schools, and they SUCK! At least for tasks involving the Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, etc), we can cut down on some of the annoyance of it all by automating the boring things. Using Google Apps Script, Google users can code custom bots that complete tasks for them. And, with generative AI, ChatGPT can assist in writing code to build our solutions.

Senior Data Analyst Tyler Portis from Noble Schools will tell his story of working with ChatGPT to build a Google Apps Script bot that emails appropriate co-workers daily a list of Google Form submissions from the last 24 hours. Participants will have a chance to program and deploy their app.

Note: Being comfortable with coding/excel/programmatic thinking will be beneficial. All are welcome, though."

Embrace video in your classroom! This fun, hands-on session will level up your video skills with the brand new Google Vids app!  We'll explore awesome tools to find, create, and share video content that'll wow your students. Google Vids is built in to your Google account totally free, with drag-and-drop editing. No more making new accounts or paying a subscription. You'll leave with tons of ideas and the skills to take your videos to the next level!

Hear about many of the new features you have access to in Google Classroom! We'll cover tools that make differentiation easier as well as new features that help make it easier to create engaging, interactive learning experiences that help with reading, math, and more! We'll also cover how you can get insights into student progress at the class- and student-level.

Take control of your Chromebooks! Learn about some tools that make your life as a Technology Coordinator easier. Includes a crash course in Google Admin Console and basics of Gopher for Chrome.

Manging all your devices in a school is not an easy task, using Google Sheets and CPS data to help make it easier is one way you can stay ahead of the game.

Join us to explore the CPS AI Literacy Plan, a comprehensive initiative designed to foster AI understanding and ethical use across the district. This session will delve into the plan's core components, including the AI Guidebook and exciting new initiatives like badging and PLCs, and how they will prepare all stakeholders – students, educators, and families – for the opportunities and challenges of AI.
Top 3 Takeaways:
- Understanding AI Literacy: Gain a clear understanding of what AI literacy entails and why it is crucial in today's world.
- CPS AI Literacy Plan: Learn about the key initiatives and resources available to support the development of AI literacy across the CPS community.
- Empowering Stakeholders: Discover how the AI Literacy Plan will equip students, educators, and families with the knowledge and skills to navigate the evolving AI landscape confidently and ethically.

Link to session: https://meet.google.com/khf-wgjq-nqs

Embrace video in your classroom! This fun, hands-on session will level up your video skills with the brand new Google Vids app!  We'll explore awesome tools to find, create, and share video content that'll wow your students. Google Vids is built in to your Google account totally free, with drag-and-drop editing. No more making new accounts or paying a subscription. You'll leave with tons of ideas and the skills to take your videos to the next level!

Discover how NotebookLM can transform your work at CPS. This webinar will introduce you to this innovative AI tool, now available district-wide, and demonstrate how it can streamline tasks, improve efficiency, and free up your time to focus on what matters most. We'll explore use cases relevant to teachers, school leaders, instructional support staff, and Central Office departments, highlighting the seamless integration with our existing Google Workspace and the robust data privacy protections in place.

Key Takeaways:
- Learn what NotebookLM is and how it can benefit your specific role within CPS.
- See practical demonstrations of NotebookLM in action, tailored to different job functions.
- Gather best practices for using NotebookLM effectively in your role to streamline workflows and increase productivity. 
- Understand the data privacy and security measures in place to protect CPS information.