Mindfulness, or reflective awareness, allows us to be intentionally present in each moment and fully engaged with our surroundings through a gentle and nurturing lens. Studies have shown that mindfulness can also support teachers and students in preventing stress and burnout, boosting positive relationships, and lengthening attention span. Join Kimberly Munoz for this for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she shares strategies for infusing the practice of mindfulness into your curriculum that will bring calm to your classroom. Participants will also have an opportunity to experience a mindful breathing exercise for themselves and walk away with resources they can use immediately to help everyone feel more comfortable, safe, and relaxed. Presented by Kimberly Munoz Kimberly Munoz is a Career and Technology teacher at College Station High School in College Station, Texas. She is a former Instructional Technologist for Franklin ISD, and a former Bryan ISD middle school technology teacher. Kimberly is also a Google Certified Trainer, whose past experience includes being a TAP Mentor Teacher, as well as serving as a member of the Bryan ISD iSupport Team, which aids teachers and students in their use of technology.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:Organization is key to success. In this step-by-step webinar will take a look at managing your Course Materials and staying organized with folders. Plus, we'll cover some hidden tips and tricks to help with efficiency. In addition to other topics, we'll take a look at completion rules, publishing and unpublishing content, individually assigning quizzes and assignments, and much more! Please note: This webinar is designed for using Schoology's Enterprise Account which may have additional functionality than the free version.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:Once you've learned the basics of Schoology, you'll be feeling confident to tackle assessments and quizzes. First we will explore the differences between assessments and quizzes on the platform. Then we'll learn how to create a self-grading assessment, assign points, upload pictures to questions, and how to allow text to speech. Plus you'll learn some other great tips and tricks along the way. Please note: This webinar is designed for using Schoology's Enterprise Account which may have additional functionality than the free version.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:Now that you're familiar with using the Schoology platform, let's tackle the important issue of Digital Citizenship. We'll discuss how to set expectations for your students on using an online LMS for class, and how to manage the students/members in your account. Then we'll take a step-by-step tour on how to post comments, manage discussion posts, and more to keep you and your students and create a respectful learning environment. Please note: This webinar is designed for using Schoology's Enterprise Account which may have additional functionality than the free version.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:In this step-by-step webinar, you'll learn everything you need to get started with Schoology's Enterprise Account for Schools. First, we'll start by giving you a tour of the system and the main features and functions. Then we'll tackle the basics of making your first assignment, where you'll learn how to use attachments like Google Docs, videos, and other files. Please note: This webinar is designed for using Schoology's Enterprise Account which may have additional functionality than the free version.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:In the intro webinar, you learned how to create a basic assignment. But now – let's take it to the next level. In this webinar, we'll dive a little deeper and discuss more advanced features and functions for assignments. We'll also talk about organization of folders and step-by-step how to use the Resources feature. You'll learn additional workflow tips along the way. Please note: This webinar is designed for using Schoology's Enterprise Account which may have additional functionality than the free version.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:Are you ready to take your Google Slides presentations to the next level? Then this webinar with expert trainer, Kimberly Munoz, is for you! In this step-by-step webinar, Kim will show you how to go beyond the basics and incorporate things like add-ons, menus, tables, hyperlinks, and more! In addition, she will cover ways to work with images, video, and audio in Google Slides.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description: Are you new to teaching computer science, but not sure where to start? Join Kimberly Muñoz as she shares her story of how she began teaching computer science and where she collected useful resources to teach the principles of computer science, including programming languages, to help her create engaging lessons for her students. You will also walk away with a treasure trove of ideas for curriculum, lessons, and activities (some paid and some free) that will give you the tools you need to effectively teach computer science in your school. Some of these resources will also be helpful for any teacher that is preparing students for the AP Computer Science A Exam. Assessment: Participants will join a collaborative backchannel chat and discuss computer science resources to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:As many school communities are turning to online and remote learning, it's important to take time to discuss the importance of digital citizenship. For many students, and teachers, this is the first time they have learned online. Proper behavior and etiquette is required to ensure a successful learning environment. Join expert teacher, Kim Munoz, as she explores the role of Digital Citizenship in the world of Online Learning.

In this step-by-step webinar, you'll learn everything you need to get started using Google Slides – a free presentation program from Google. You will get an overview of all that Slides has to offer so you can see the full capabilities of the program. In this session, Kimberly Munoz will show you the basics of starting with Google Slides!

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:Canva is a free, online drag-and-drop tool that combines graphic design, photo editing, and layout to help teachers and students create beautifully finished projects. Join Kim Munoz as she shares how to use Canva for Education to introduce basic graphic design skills in your classroom. You will also learn how to use Canva’s extensive library of templates to create project-based learning activities for all grade levels and subject areas.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:In this step-by-step webinar, you'll explore how to create a template slide to start your students off on a project with expert teacher trainer, Kimberly Munoz. Not only that but you'll learn easy and creative ways to create digital worksheets using text boxes and shape tools. Your Google Slides will come to life and you'll feel more confident than ever using Google Slides for student projects.

Presented by: Kim Munoz Session Description:Session Description: As the school year comes to a close, you may have questions regarding how to effectively organize and clean up your learning management system. Join Kim Munoz on as she shares tips and tricks for ending the school year with Schoology. You will also learn best practices for saving and sharing your course work, exporting materials, accessing archived courses, as well as suggestions for planning the next school year. Learning Objectives: Discover best practices for ending the school year with Schoology. Explain how to use Schoology to save and share your course work, export materials, and access archived courses. Develop a plan for transitioning into the next school year with Schoology. Assessment: Participants will utilize a collaborative backchannel chat to discuss their ideas for ending the school year with Schoology to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.

Now that you know the basics of Google Slides, let's start creating! Join expert trainer, Kimberly Munoz, as she shows you step-by-step how to build and create interesting slide presentations with Google Slides. Whether you're brand new to Google Slides, or you've been using it for a while, you'll surely learn something new. Some things covered in this webinar include opening and/or importing slides, adding content and text, downloading as PPT, PDF, presenting, printing, and so much more!

If your students are hesitant to dive into dynamic software like Adobe Illustrator to create graphics from scratch, they may need a little more time to build their skills and self-confidence. Join Kimberly Muñoz as she shares how to use Canva for Education to introduce design concepts using different dimensions and elements. In addition, you will learn how to develop lessons using Canva so your students can produce digital and print materials such as banners, logos, and more! Participants will also have an opportunity to create their own graphics that will assist them in teaching their students how to effectively use Canva for Education. Special Technology Instructions: Participants will need access to a computer or laptop, a non-school, personal Google account, and a free Canva for Education account. SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop. Assessment: Participants will complete an exit ticket to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objectives and reflect on their learning.

This is session two of two for the workshop series titled Adobe Photoshop for Beginners Workshop Description: If you are new to using Adobe Photoshop, this workshop will use the basic tools and techniques introduced in part one to create a multi-photo composition. Join Kim Munoz as she shares how to navigate the Photoshop work area to apply adjustments, brushes, and filters such as blend modes, to achieve a desired result. Participants will also have an opportunity to create their own multi-photo composition that will assist them in teaching their students how to effectively use Adobe Photoshop. Special Technology Instructions: Participants will need access to a computer or laptop, a non-school, personal Google account, and Adobe Photoshop Software (they offer a free trial for 7 days). SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop. Assessment: Participants will complete an exit ticket to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objectives and reflect on their learning.

This is session one of two for the workshop series titled Adobe Photoshop for Beginners If you are new to using Adobe Photoshop, this workshop will introduce you to the basic tools and techniques to begin editing photos. Join Kim Munoz as she shares how to navigate the Photoshop work area by using the menu bar, options bar, and tool panels, including the controls used to zoom, pan, and save your work. Participants will also have an opportunity to edit their own photo that will assist them in teaching their students how to effectively use Adobe Photoshop. Special technology instructions: Participants will need access to a computer or laptop, a non-school, personal Google account, and Adobe Photoshop Software (they offer a free trial for 7 days). SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop. Assessment: Participants will complete an exit ticket to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objectives and reflect on their learning.

This is session two of two for the workshop series titled Adobe Illustrator for Beginners If you are new to Adobe Illustrator, this workshop will introduce you to the tools you need to create amazing graphics, starting with using and making brushes. Join Kim Munoz as she shares how to create custom shapes with the pen and shapebuilder tool, apply new drawing tools, and incorporate text in a variety of ways. Participants will also have an opportunity to create their own designs that will assist them in teaching their students how to effectively use Adobe Illustrator.

If you are new to Adobe Illustrator, this workshop will introduce you to the tools you need to create some fun graphics, starting with basic shapes. Join Kim Munoz as she shares how to navigate the drawing interface by zooming in and out of your designs, use the properties panel to add color, and use the pathfinder panel to combine shapes in a variety of ways. Participants will also have an opportunity to create their own designs that will assist them in teaching their students how to effectively use Adobe Illustrator.

If your students are hesitant to dive into dynamic software like Adobe Illustrator to create graphics from scratch, they may need a little more time to build their skills and self-confidence. Join Kimberly Muñoz as she shares how to use Canva for Education to introduce design concepts using pre-made graphics and templates. In addition, you will learn how to build a digital classroom using Canva where you can assign lessons to your students that incorporate the elements of design and color theory. Participants will also have an opportunity to create their own graphics that will assist them in teaching their students how to effectively use Canva for Education. Special Technology Instructions: Participants will need access to a computer or laptop, a non-school, personal Google account, and a free Canva for Education account. SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop. Assessment: Participants will complete an exit ticket to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objectives and reflect on their learning.