MLTI-MS Email Distribution Archive

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Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:15:06 EDT

2009 Forests of Maine Teachers' Tour

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:35:40 EDT

This message is being sent on behalf of the Maine Tree Foundation and
the Maine Project Learning Tree. Any questions can be directed to
Debie Singleton at 207-621-9872 or mtf at gwi.net.

Thank you
The MLTI Team

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The Maine Tree Foundation and the Maine Project Learning Tree are
announcing their 2009 Forests of Maine Teachers' Tour. By
participating you'll be certified as a Project Learning Tree Teacher,
earn contact hours plus 3.0 CEU?s. Some information about the tour:
Changes in Forestry and changes in education ? Discover and Discuss
them in the Maine woods.
Each tour will combine math, science, technology, language arts and
Social Studies with current information about forest practices, up-to-
date technology and promising research into new products.
Experience the modern technology, the people who make it happen and
the science behind it all.
Each tour begins with a Project Learning Tree workshop that includes
training in curriculum materials with links to the revised Maine
Learning Results.
The Maine TREE Foundation provides comfortable accomodations and
transportation, delicious food and everything you ever wanted to know
about Maine?s forests.
Please visit http://www.mainetreefoundation.org/programs/TTindex.htm
for more information including dates and registration info.

PD Offerings: Reminder/New Session

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:06:23 EST

Content Training Sessions http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/content

The following sessions have been added due to sessions quickly filling to capacity. Don't miss out on attending!

January 28 - Podcasting ? Jay Middle School
January 29 - Podcasting - Great Salt Bay Community School

Washington Region Content Training Sessions have been rescheduled:
March 17
GIS - Fort O'Brien Elementary School
NoteShare - Washington Academy
March 18
EcoScience - Woodland Jr/Sr High School
Podcasting - Washington Academy
March 19
Writing Process - Fort O'Brien Elementary School

NEW! Math Training
http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/math/index.html
Facilitated by Pam Buffington
This workshop is designed to introduce participants to a range of online applets, tools, and web-based resources that utilize content centered technology application to support mathematics teaching and learning. The primary focus will be on the use of high quality yet freely available resources to support teaching and learning goals in
mathematics at the middle and high school level. Additionally, the content will include the use of formative assessment and activities with interactive applets specific to areas of known student misconception and errors as informed by research. This is an
interactive, hands-on workshop that engages participants with tools and activities that can be used directly with students. Please bring your laptops!!

Middle Level Education Institute Information

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:32:17 EST

Dear MLTI Schools

This message is being sent on behalf of Chris Toy and Jill Spencer, Co-Directors of the Middle Level Education Institute. Please share this information with those you feel may be interested. Any questions can be directed to Jill Spencer or Chris Toy (contact info below).

The MLTI Team

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It's time to be thinking about this summer's Middle Level Education Institute (MLEI), July 12-16 at Thomas College in Waterville--Maine's premier professional development experience for middle level educators. Barbara Greenstone and Phil Brookhouse, MLTI's Statewide Integration Mentors, will be on hand once again to bring the latest MLTI news and to share ideas and tips with participants. Look for the MLEI brochures in the schools in the next week or two. Meanwhile check out the MLEI webpage at http://mlei.pbwiki.com/. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact either of our co-directors, Chris Toy and Jill Spencer.

Thank you!

Jill Spencer, Co-Director MLEI spencerj51 at yahoo.com
(207) 353-2746
Chris Toy, Co-Director MLEI christoy.net at gmail.com
(207) 653-3163

Phone Number Changes - DOE Instructional Technology Team

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:25:23 EST

Please note that as a budget saving measure David Patterson and Steve
Vose have disconnected their desk phones. They can now be reached
directly at:

Steve - (207) 592-6537 (cell)

David - (207) 215-4150 (cell)

Thank you
The MLTI Team

January 2009 Monthly Update

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:57:45 EST

Professional Development

Content Training Sessions http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/content

The following sessions have been added due to sessions quickly filling to capacity:

January 21 - Podcasting - Gorham Middle School
January 23 - EcoScience - Gorham Middle School
January 26 - Writing Process ? Lewiston High School
January 28 - Podcasting ? Jay Middle School
January 29 - Podcasting - Great Salt Bay Community School
Washington Region Content Training Sessions have been rescheduled:

March 17
GIS - Fort O'Brien Elementary School
NoteShare - Washington Academy
March 18
EcoScience - Woodland Jr/Sr High School
Podcasting - Washington Academy
March 19
Writing Process - Fort O'Brien Elementary School

AIM for ALL Students from Kittery to Fort Kent (Accessible Instructional Materials) http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/aim

This MLTI content meeting presents a framework for guiding and supporting the acquisition of AIM in a timely manner. Please visit the website for registration and a complete schedule of sessions. Skills include:

*acquiring instructional materials in digital text and audio formats from free Web-based libraries
*using Bookshare.org as a free source of accessible digital text versions of copyright books and periodicals for students with print disabilities
*understanding Maine?s workflow for acquiring textbooks and core instructional materials in specialized formats from the National Instructional Materials Access Center (NIMAC) (http://nimac.us)
* canning existing print materials with OCR software
* converting digital text materials to audio format
* considering a student?s need for AIM in the IEP process
* understanding the role of assistive technology in students? uses of AIM

MLTI Spring Institute

Due to budget restraints in many schools, MLTI will not be holding the Spring Institute at the Samoset Resort this year, but plans are in the works for an exciting new online Teacher/Leader Institute. The Call for Presentations will be released soon!

MLTI Summer Teacher Leader Institute

Save the dates! July 29 ? 31, 2009 Maine Maritime Academy, Castine, Maine. Comments from past Institutes:

?Sometime a bit warm, but way cool!?
?You really opened my mind!?
?I need more of this!!!?

If you have questions on Professional Development, please contact Juanita Dickson at juanita.dickson at maine.gov or 499-7142.

Notes from the Project Office

Contact Information/Asset Manager

Please continue to update us if your school?s contact information needs to be changed in the MLTI Asset Manager. Keeping this information current is key to the success of the logistical aspects of MLTI. Please contact Laura Brown with your edits at laura.brown at maine.gov or 624-6746.

Project Tomorrow's Speak Up 2008 Survey Ends Soon!

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:47:37 EST

Speak Up 2008 is a unique opportunity for schools and school districts to
share their views on virtual schools and online learning. In past years,
virtual schools and online learning have become a hot topic for schools and
districts.

In this year1s surveys, Speak Up 2008 questions dive deeper into online
learning and ask students, educators and parents:
- To weigh on new state policies requiring students to take an online class
prior to graduating;
- About designing a new kind of text book that is 100% online;
- The reasons for and benefits of offering, taking or teaching an online
class.

To register for Speak Up 2008, please use this link and scroll down to
Activation, where you can register you school or your entire district:
http://www.netdayspeakup.org/speakup2008/index.asp

Updated Professional Development Offerings

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:25:54 EST

MLTI has updated our Professional Development Offerings!
For complete session descriptions and online registration, please visit: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/content

AIM for ALL Kids from Kittery to Fort Kent (Accessible Instructional Materials)
With support from their local school districts and the Maine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI), increasing numbers of Maine educators are learning how to use technology to differentiate learning opportunities.

For more information, a schedule of sessions and online registration, please visit: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/aim

Asset Manager Maintenance

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:17:08 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,

The Apple project team will be performing scheduled system maintenance
on the MLTI Middle School Asset Manager on Tuesday, November 11th. As
a result, the MLTI Middle School Asset Manager (http://
assets.mlti.org) will not be available for use on that day. Please
plan accordingly. Thank you for your flexibility and ongoing support.

If you have questions regarding this scheduled maintenance, please
direct them to Jeff Mao, jeff.mao at maine.gov.

MLTI Team

Fall 2008 Student Survey

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 09:46:35 EST

Dear Teacher Leader
In addition to being administered slightly later than in previous years, this year?s MLTI fall student survey is slightly different than in the past. Instead of collecting a broad spectrum of data about student use, this year?s fall survey is focused on collecting
information about students? ability to access, evaluate, and synthesize information found on the Internet, an important 21st Century skill. A link to the survey can be found on the following webpage: http://www.usm.maine.edu/cepare/surveys.htm. Students should be instructed to visit this link, click on the "MLTI Student Survey ? Fall 2008?, and complete the survey. The password to complete the survey is fall08. The deadline to complete the survey is Wednesday, November 26, 2008.

Should you have any problems with the survey or have questions, please
email cepare at usm.maine.edu or call Sarah Wintle at (207) 780-5046.

Thank you for taking the time to provide this important feedback to
MLTI researchers and evaluators. For Fall 2008, there will be no
teacher survey administered.

Software Image Feedback Conference Call

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 12:38:56 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,

As you are aware, each year the MLTI updates and revises the software
and configurations (aka the image) on the MLTI devices. This process
takes over half of the year to prepare, engineer, and test before it
is delivered to your schools. The Department is seeking feedback on
the software image so that we can work with Apple to design the next
iteration of the "MLTI Image".

There are two avenues for providing feedback. The Studywiz "207
Faculty Center" has a discussion activity for any teacher user to
submit thoughts and suggestions in the Help Desk folder. This
discussion item will remain live through the month of November.
Additionally, the Department is hosting three 90 minute conference
calls to gather feedback and ideas about the software image. Those
calls will be held on the following dates:

November 13, Thursday, 10:30 am to 12 pm
November 13, Thursday, 3 pm to 4:30 pm
November 14, Friday, 9 am to 10:30 am

To participate in the call, please call:

1-877-760-2043
Participant code: 939403

Free Dial-Up Home Internet Access for Students

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 10:58:59 EST

The following email is being sent on behalf of Angus King, Chair of
the Maine Learning Technology Foundation. Any questions can be
directed to Tony Sprague at 207-221-1457 or via e-mail at homeaccess at mltfoundation.org
.

Thank you
The MLTI Team

EcoScience Content Meeting Incentives

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 13:26:00 EST

This year there is a new program on all 7th and 8th grade laptops
called Ecobeaker Maine Explorer. (It looks like a beaker with ME on
it). Check out your applications folder.
This program has been designed expressly for the MLTI program by a
dedicated group that includes 23 Maine middle school teachers. Each
"lab" within the program visits (virtually) a different habitat in
Maine and uses that habitat to explore ecological concepts such as
runoff, succession, keystone predators, invasive species and the "edge
effect". Plus there is a 6th unit that lets students see "under the
hood" and get their first glimpse at computer programing. Each lab is
designed to take just one to two weeks of instructional time.
Ecobeaker comes with Noteshare notebooks with complete lesson plans,
handouts and assessments, all aligned with the new MLRs. Each lab has
a specially designed field exercise that brings students outdoors.
This fall at the MLTI subject area conferences, the teachers who have
helped design this program will be training others. (See http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/content/index.htm
). This is a great opportunity to learn from teachers who have been
using this program in their classrooms for the past three years.
EcoscienceWorks will pay $50 towards a substitute for your day. By
attending you will be entered into a drawing for an ipod shuffle. One
will be given away at each MLTI content meeting for EcoscienceWorks.
Plus for the first 100 teachers who use one of the labs and the
programming component (Program a Bunny) in their classroom, there is a
$100 incentive.
Hope to see you all at one content meeting. Details regarding
substitute reimbursement will be provided at the meeting.

Thank you, The MLTI Team

Reminder: Fall/Winter Content Trainings

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:00:37 EST

Just a reminder about the upcoming fall/winter 2008 Content Training
schedule MLTI and Apple have created. If you haven't registered to
attend a session (or two, or three), please visit our website, where
you can find a detailed description of sessions and online
registration. Each session is designed for both the Middle and High
School level and all are open to MLTI educators/administrators.

If you are receiving this email, we remind you that not everyone in
your building is on our mailing list. Please forward this to others
in your building, so everyone can be aware of the opportunities we are
providing.

To find a complete schedule and session descriptions, visit: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/content/index.htm
.

If you are interested in a Studywiz training for your school, please
contact Juanita Dickson at juanita.dickson at maine.gov for more
information.

Thank you
The MLTI & Apple Teams

Visual and Performing Arts Opportunity on behalf of MDOE SEADAE

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:18:53 EDT

The MLTI Team would like to share the following information with you bron behalf of the Maine Department of Education and SEADAE (State brEducation Agency Directors of Arts Education).brbrPlease direct any questions to Argy Nestor at 624-6825 or argy.nestor at maine.gov br.br.brThank youbrbrThe MLTI Teambrbr==========================brbrYOU ARE INVITED! A Single Bracelet Does Not JinglebrbrOn Saturday, November 1st educators from throughout the state will brgather to discuss how to improve teaching and learning in the visual brand performing arts. This is a special opportunity taking place at brbeautiful Point Lookout in Northport. I know how important it is for breducators to have conversations around what we do and to learn from brand share with colleagues. If you are interested in collaboration, brleadership and improving arts education, this opportunity is for you! brPLEASE don't delay!brbrDetails and registration can be found at this link:brhttp://www.maine.gov/education/lres/vpa/news.html

Fall/Winter Professional Development Schedule

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:44:10 EDT

MLTI and Apple have created a fall/winter 2008 schedule of Content brTrainings. Each session is designed for both the Middle and High brSchool level and all are open to MLTI educators/administrators. You brcan find a detailed description of sessions and online registration brat: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/content/index.htm.brbrIf you are interested in a Studywiz training for your school, please brcontact Juanita Dickson at juanita.dickson at maine.gov.brbrThank youbrThe MLTI Apple Teamsbr

MHSA MEA Fall Workshop Opportunities

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 17:04:57 EDT

The MLTI Team would like to share the following information with you bron behalf of the Department of Education.brbrPlease direct any questions to Sandy McKechnie at 624-6770 or sandra.mckechnie at maine.gov br.brbrThank youbrbrThe MLTI Teambrbrbrbr=======================brMHSA Fall WorkshopsbrbrThese sessions will include information about College Board tools brincluding data analysis and free online materials during the morning brsession and specific reading, writing, mathematics, and science brinstructional models presented by Maine teachers and DOE content brspecialists during the afternoon sessions. We are combining the PSAT brand SAT presentations that we used to do with the broader MHSA content brso all teachers should plan to attend one of these workshops!brbrFor complete information including link to online registration: http://www.maine.gov/education/mhsa/08pdworkshops.pdfbrbrbrMEA Fall WorkshopsbrbrThese workshops are presented as content and grade-span specific brsessions for mathematics, ELA, and science in grades 3-5 and 6-8 . brThey will run for the full day in ELA and will address both reading brand writing content. Lunch will be provided for these sessions. brMathematics and science are half day sessions.brbrFor complete information including link to online registration: http://www.maine.gov/education/mea/0809materials/pdworkshops.pdfbr

Tech Info Day Registration - Fall 2008

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:49:37 EDT

The MLTI Project team invites you to send 2 members of your technical brstaff to attend the Fall MLTI Tech Info Day. These sessions will cover brtopics related to both middle and high schools. There will be several brbreakout sessions that have been developed as part of the survey brfeedback received from tech leads around the state. There will also be bran opportunity to meet with your peers and discuss the successes in bryour schools.brbrPlease visit http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/tech/index.htm for an bragenda and online registration.brbrbrThank youbrThe MLTI Teambr

2008-2009 Teacher Leader Information

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:27:53 EDT

Dear MLTI Leadership Teams,brbrThank you for your continued support of the work being done in your brschool to leverage technology to support all students. Your leadership brremains foundational to the success of the Maine Learning Technology brInitiative. In recognition of the importance of the contribution of bryour MLTI Teacher Leader, the Department is pleased to continue to brprovide a $1,000 stipend to the MLTI Teacher Leader this school year, brwhich will be paid in a single payment in spring 2009.brbrThe work completed last year, particularly the school notebooks, has brbeen instrumental to our planning. The MLTI Fall Meeting is a direct brresult of our review of those notebooks. Having the opportunity to brview a snapshot of the huge variety of ways that Maine teachers are brusing technology in support of their teaching and of student learning bris exciting.brbrThe main role of the MLTI Teacher Leader is to continue being the brvoice of the faculty as schools continue to move forward and learn brabout how to most effectively leverage the tools and opportunities brthat technology offers. This year's MLTI Teacher Leader stipend brrequirements are detailed on the Teacher Leader Information Sheet. brPlease take time to review these requirements with your Leadership team.brbrPlease take careful note of the required forms and deadlines detailed bron the documents, which can be found online at http://www.maine.gov/mlti/forms/index.htm or in Studywiz (207 HS MS Teacher Leaders).brbrThank You,brbrJeff Maobr

Studywiz Account Allocations

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:24:55 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrThe Department is changing the policy for account allocations for the brStudywiz online virtual learning environment. Based on feedback from brschools and utilization data, accounts allocated to a school will no brlonger be limited to the number of MLTI devices at the school. brOverall, the system will allow approximately 40,000 users. Until the brtotal number of accounts in use exceeds 35,000 users, schools may brcreate accounts for students, teachers, or staff as necessary for brsuccessful implementation of the system. This includes generating braccounts for high school students or elementary students and staff. brThis change is effective immediately.brbrFor more information about Studywiz, email, and MLTI Backup accounts, brplease see http://www.maine.gov/mlti/portals/studywiz/ or contact MLTI brProject Manager, Steve Vose, steve.vose at maine.gov, (207) 624-6777. For brtechnical support with Studywiz, please email studywizsupport at mlti.org bror call the MLTI Applecare Help Desk, 1-800-919-2775 account 4MLTI.brbrThank You,brMLTI Teambr

Fall/Winter Professional Development Schedule

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 07:06:24 EDT

MLTI and Apple have started work on our fall/winter professional brdevelopment schedule. Below you will see the dates and topics of our brsessions by region. On the days where more than one topic is listed, brthat indicates two separate opportunities. brbrPlease visit http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/content/index.htm for a complete description of each session.brbrbrWe are working to secure locations and registration will be available brwhen locations are finalized. If your school would like to host one bror more of these content trainings, please contact Juanita Dickson at juanita.deschambault at maine.gov or 499-7142 for more information.brbrbrThank youbrThe MLTI Apple Teambr

2008 Fall Meeting: New Session/Reminder

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:32:16 EDT

An additional session of the Fall Meeting has been scheduled for the brAroostook Region on November 4th at Northern Maine Community College br(Edmunds Conference Center).brbrFor directions, agenda and registration, please visit: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/fallmeeting/index.htmlbrbrIf you have already registered for another session, but wish to attend brthe Aroostook Region meeting, DO NOT re-register. Please contact brJuanita Deschambault at juanita.deschambault at maine.gov or 499-7142.brbrThank youbrThe MLTI Team

Reminder: Fall 2008 Tech Lead Workshop - Requested info save the date

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 10:41:29 EDT

Just a reminder to Tech Leads - if you haven't taken the survey brmentioned below, please take a few minutes to do so before Monday brSeptember 15th at 9:00 am. The survey will be closed at this time.brbrThe survey can be found at: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/tech/index.htmbrbrThank youbrThe MLTI Team

Fall Meeting

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 07:33:00 EDT

Good morningbrbrThe link sent in yesterday's email caused issues for some. Please brfollow this link or copy and paste the whole link into your web browser.brbrhttp://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/fallmeeting/index.htmlbrbrThank youbrJuanita

Fall 2008 Tech Lead Workshop/Requested Info

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:26:42 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brThe MLTI Project team invites you to send 2 members of your technical brstaff to attend the 2008 Fall Technical Update.brbrIn order to finalize our agenda, we are looking to receive some brinformation regarding your needs. Please follow the link and complete brthe survey. We estimate it will take you about 5 minutes to complete brthis simple survey. The survey can be accessed at http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/tech/index.htm br. This page will also hold the link to registration when it's bravailable.brbrCurrently, registration is closed, but will open shortly. Please save brone of the following dates.brbrSouthern Maine Tech UpdatebrGorham Middle School Auditoriumbr8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.brOctober 28th, 2008brbrNorthern Maine Tech UpdatebrUniversity of Maine at Oronobr8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.brOctober 29th, 2008brbrbrbrThank youbrThe MLTI Team

2008 Fall Meeting

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:25:48 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brEach year we meet regularly to learn from each other about the nature brof technology in our classrooms as it relates to learning and brteaching. For our Fall 2008 meeting, MLTI is planning a new format for brour meetings - larger groups (middle schools and high schools brtogether), more hands-on, more project-based, less lecture format, and brfewer announcements.brbrThe Leadership Team is comprised, at the minimum, of the school brPrincipal, Teacher Leader(s), Librarian and Technology Lead. brCurriculum Coordinators and Technology Coordinators are also brencouraged to attend.brbrWe ask that only one person from each school complete the registration brform. When registering online, please have the names and email braddresses of your leadership team available, as well as that for any brother staff will be attending.brbrAgenda: pdf version available onlinebrbrTimes: 8:30 am - 4:00 pmbrbrLunch: provided by MLTIbrbrTo Bring: MLTI devicesbrbrDates/Locations:brbr * September 30: Samoset Resort, Rockportbr * October 6: Ramada Inn, Bangorbr * October 8: Holiday Inn, Portland Westbr * October 10: University of Maine at FarmingtonbrbrYou can find an agenda and link to registration at http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/fallmeeting/index.html br.brbrThank youbrThe MLTI Teambr

Middle Level Leadership Team Professional Development Series

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:13:15 EDT

The following information is being sent on behalf of MAMLE.brbrThank youbrThe MLTI Teambrbr===========brbrTo: MLTI PrincipalsbrFrom: MAMLEbrRE: Middle Level Leadership Team Professional Development Series br2008-2009brbrThere's still time to provide your leadership team with the bropportunity to participate in this outstanding professional brdevelopment series. We hope you'll join your colleagues from across brthe state!brbrHere are some answers to questions that may not have been addressed in brearlier information.brbrQ: Why is the October 22nd Leadership PD session at Sugarloaf?brA: This will bring leadership teams from all over Maine together and bruse our grant funding to subsidize up to four Leadership Team PD brattendees from each school to register for the MAMLE Annual conference brat 1/2 price. Two for one or four for two!brbrQ: Why does this series consist of so many sessions?brA: Research and our 3 year CSR experience clearly indicates that one brshot deals do not work. This makes sense based on what we know about brteaching and learning. Effective learning and quality professional brdevelopment must be sustained over a period of time.brbrQ: It's not good for teachers to miss so many days of instructional brtime with students. How can we address this issue?brA: Although there should be a constant core of the leadership team in brattendance, it is perfectly fine to rotate other members of the team brin to the sessions throughout the year. When doing this it will be brimportant that good communication is established between those in brattendance and those who are not.brbrQ: Our school is very small and the leadership team is fewer than the brrequired minimum. What can we do?brA: If your team is smaller than 4 people please contact Jill Spencer brat spencerj51 at yahoo.com and we'll figure out what can be done.brbrQ: If we just can't justify attending all nine sessions is that a deal brbreaker?brA: If this is a major issue for your leadership team please contact brChris Toy at christoy.net at gmail.combrbrWe're looking forward to a great series!brbrHope to see you in September.brbrJill SpencerbrChris ToybrWally Alexander

New MLTI Tech Lead Training

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:41:46 EDT

The Apple project team will be offering a training session on August br27, 2008 for new tech leads. This training session will focus brexclusively on the basic tools and processes needed to maintain your brschool's MLTI devices. Asset Manager, Depotworks, AppleCare, Studywiz, brGSX, and Firewire reimaging are some of the topics being covered.brbrPlease call the Apple MLTI Project Office (207) 688-4501 to register brfor this session. There is no charge for the course but space is brlimited.brbrbrThank youbrThe MLTI Teambr

Important Notices for Social Studies Teachers

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:27:19 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrThank you for your continued support. Please make the following brinformation available to your social studies teachers. Questions about brthis information may be directed to:brbrJana BoodybrSocial Studies Specialist Regional RepresentativebrMaine Department of Educationbr23 State House StationbrAugusta, Maine 04333br207 624-6828 (TEL)br207 215-4664 (CELL)brbrThank You,brMLTI Team

2008 Summer Institute: Registration still available!

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:36:13 EDT

The 2008 MLTI Summer InstitutebrbrAirborne for Beyond!: Integrating Technology Creatively in Teaching brand LearningbrbrWednesday, July 23 ? Friday, July 25, 2008 ~ Maine Maritime Academy, brCastinebrbrYou?ll have more than twenty-five great half-day sessions in all the brcore content areas from which to choose. Check out the all the course brdescriptions at http://www.mainelearns.org or http://www.maine.gov/ brmlti and watch for updates as new sessions are added.

Studywiz User's Conference 2008

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:00:31 EDT

Studywiz User's Conference 2008brSunday River, Bethel, MainebrAugust 11 - 13, 2008brbrShare your knowledge, network and meet great educators, find out all brabout the dynamic new features in Studywiz Spark 9.3, participate in brworkshops and learn some new ways to engage students!brbrRegistration information is available at http://www.studywizspark.com/?page_id=47brbrSign up today !

HS MS Survey Results

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 09:05:12 EDT

We have begun to receive data indicating which schools have started brtaking the surveys and the numbers we are seeing are very low. Please brremember that MLTI requires this data to both inform the professional brdevelopment efforts sponsored by MLTI as well as to inform the Maine brLegislature on the impact of MLTI in schools. All SAUs agreed to aid brwith this data collection. We recognize that the end of the school bryear is a busy time, and we appreciate your continued attention to brthis survey.brTeacher leaders need to keep in mind that although we've received brtheir stipend forms we cannot process the stipend form for payment bruntil we see that their school?s students/teachers have started taking brthe surveys.brPlease use the following link to access the surveys: http://www.usm.maine.edu/cepare/surveys.htmbrbrImportant Notes on the Surveys:brbr- All surveys require the password MLTI0708brbrContact Info:brbrIf you have questions about the surveys, please contact Sarah Wintle brof CEPARE at swintle at usm.maine.edu or call (207) 780-5046.brbrIf you have questions regarding the stipend forms please contact Laura brBrown at laura.brown at maine.gov or call (207) 624-6746.brbrbrThank youbrThe MLTI Team and CEPARE

Maine Marine Trades Association Opportunity

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:12:58 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrPlease forward this email to your STEM-related content area teachers. brIt details an opportunity sponsored by the Maine Marine Trades brAssociation. Questions about this email may be directed to:brbrStacey PalmerbrMaine Marine Trade AssociationbrIndustry/Education Liaisonbr207-773-8725brbrorbrbrAnita BernhardtbrScience Technology Specialist and Regional RepresentativebrMaine Department of Educationbr(207) 624-6835branita.bernhardt at maine.govbrbrThank You,brMLTI Team

Grant from Horizon Foundation Suports Effective Middle Level School Leadership Teams In Main

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 16:42:39 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrWe are forwarding to you an opportunity sponsored by the Maine brAssociation for Middle Level Education. Questions regarding this bropportunity may be directed to Dr. Wallace Alexander, MAMLE Executive brDirector, 207-649-1576, wallace.alexander at umit.maine.edu.brbrThank You,brMLTI Team

NoteShare notebook backup guide

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 10:31:29 EDT

MLTI has also constructed and posted a backup guide for you to brreference when working with the new image. We have posted this BackUp brGuide in a NoteShare NoteBook on the ACTEM server. A link to the bronline server and a zipped copy of the guide can be found at http://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/#Links brbrbrbrbrThank youbrThe MLTI Team

Studywiz Server Upgrade - Scheduled Downtime June 17-19, 2008

Fri, 30 May 2008 10:30:13 EDT

The Studywiz server system, which includes the MLTI Backup servers, willbrbe taken down for server software upgrades. The downtime will last frombrJune 17, 2008 to June 19, 2008. While the server may appear to bebravailable during this time frame, users should not attempt to perform abrbackup to the system or login to Studywiz as the system will be rebootedbrmultiple times, and it will undergo several tests to ensure stability.brTherefore, services are not expected to be reliable or available duringbrthis three day span.

Washington County NoteShare - June 3

Fri, 23 May 2008 10:29:40 EDT

MLTI welcomes you to register for a Washington County NoteShare brTraining June 3rd at the University of Maine at Machias.brbrDate: Tuesday, June 3, 2008brTime: 9:00 - 3:00brLunch: on your own, 12-1brWhere: UMaine at Machias - Torrey 207brbrFor more information or to register, contact Ken or Ron:brKen Martin or Ron SmithbrDistance Learning Director eMINTS/MLTIbrWCCSI DowneastLearnsbr255-1440 483-2734brkenneth.martin at umit.maine.edubrronsmith28 at gmail.com

MS Survey Information - Spring 2008

Mon, 19 May 2008 10:28:52 EDT

The original 2008 MLTI Teacher Leader Spring Stipend information brreferred to a deadline of May 28th for forms, surveys and NoteShare brnotebooks. Due to the later than expected release date of the brsurvey, teacher leaders will now have until June 13 th to work with brstaff/students on survey completion. We understand that time brconstraints may not allow for all teachers/students to take the brsurvey. We appreciate your best efforts and will process stipends as brquickly as possible.brbrYour 2008 Spring Stipend forms and your school-wide NoteShare notebook brmust be received in the MLTI Project Office by May 28th as originally brstated. Please mail those items to: MLTI Project Office, 23 State brHouse Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0023.brbrbrbrPlease use the following link to access the surveys: http://www.usm.maine.edu/cepare/surveys.htm

MLTI Student Tech Team Conference Registration Closed Early

Wed, 14 May 2008 10:28:16 EDT

Due to extraordinarily heavy and quick registration, the 5th Annual brMLTI Student Conference reached, and in fact exceeded its capacity of br600 early on May 9, ten days earlier than had been projected as the brregistration closing. Our apologies are extended to all who were not brable to register. Please be assured we will be reflecting on the brobvious popularity of this conference, and will make adjustments to brprocedures next year.brbrMany thanks to all for their keen interest in providing access to brthis wonderful opportunity for our students.brbrPlease direct questions or comments to Jim Moulton through the brContact page on MaineLearns.org.br

Airborne for Beyond! MLTI 2008 Summer Institute [MLTI-MS] Airborne for Beyond! MLTI 2008 Summer Institute [MLTI-MS] Airborne for Beyond! MLTI 2008 Summer Institute [MLTI-MS] Airborne for Beyond! MLTI 2008 Summer Institute

Tue, 13 May 2008 10:27:05 EDT

Airborne for Beyond!br~ The 2008 MLTI Summer Institute ~brbrWednesday, July 23 ? Friday, July 25brMaine Maritime Academy, CastinebrPlease visit http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/summerinstitute/ brindex.htm or www.mainelearns.org for a link to online registration.br

MLTI Spring Tech Lead Sessions - Registration Open

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:41:32 EDT

Registration is now available for the 2008 Spring Tech Lead brTrainings. For the first time, MLTI Tech Lead Training will include brTech Leads from both middle and high schools. The focus of the brsessions will be the new Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system and brthe 2008 MLTI image.brbrNorthern Maine Tech UpdatebrMay 20th, 2008br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brUniversity of Maine at Orono, Corbett HallbrbrSouthern Maine Tech UpdatebrMay 21st, 2008br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brGorham Middle School Auditorium, GorhambrbrLunch will be provided.brbrPlease visit http://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/ and click on Spring brTech Lead Trainings to find online registration.

Reminder: MLTI Student Tech Team Conference - Registration Open!

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:41:54 EDT

Just a reminder that the long wait is over! Registration for the 5th brAnnual MLTI Student Tech Team Conference, in partnership with The brElectrical and Computer Engineering Department at UMaine is OPEN!brbrPlease head to http://www.MaineLearns.org or http://www.state.me.us/ brmlti/educator/index.htm#Events and follow the link you will find brthere for more details about the conference and registration.brbrRemember - this day will feature a large collection of incredibly brpowerful and empowering sessions aimed at kids primarily, but of brgreat value to teachers and other adults as well at a value of $5 per brperson!!brbrQuestions or comments to Jim Moulton via the MaineLearns.org Contact brpage: http://www.mainelearns.org/contact.

Reminder: MLTI MS Leadership Team Meeting

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:39:58 EDT

I just wanted to remind you that registration for Middle School brLeadership Team meetings is still available (see link below).brbrOur registration numbers are low for Washington County, so if you brlive in that region, please share this information with all members brof your MLTI Leadership Team.brbrTo register, please visit http://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/. You brwill find the link under Middle School Events. An agenda and dates/ brlocations can be found below.

Registration Now Open for MLTI Student Tech Team Conference!

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:43:36 EDT

The wait is over! Registration for the 5th Annual MLTI Student Tech brTeam Conference, in partnership with The Electrical and Computer brEngineering Department at UMaine is OPEN!brbrPlease head to http://www.MaineLearns.org or http://www.state.me.us/ brmlti/educator/ and follow the link you will find there for more brdetails about the conference and registration.

Reminder Location Update: MLTI MS Leadership Team Meeting

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:30:54 EDT

Each year we meet with Leadership Teams in the spring to learn from breach other about the nature of technology in our classrooms as it brrelates to learning and teaching. This spring, we ask your MLTI brLeadership Team bring successes and challenges to share and reflect brupon, as well as come prepared to help solve problems.brbrEach person on the school leadership team should register separately br(Principal, Teacher Leader(s), Librarian, Technology Coordinator), so brthat we may have an accurate headcount.brbrTo register, please visit http://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/. You brwill find the link under Middle School Events. An agenda and dates/ brlocations can be found below.brbrSee website for location update and registration.

MLTI Teacher Leader Spring 2008 Stipend Instructions

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:33:01 EDT

We are delighted that you continue to serve as the MLTI Teacher Leaderbrfor your school, and we are pleased with the results we've seen thisbryear. The important work you do on behalf of your school and the MainebrLearning Technology Initiative allows the MLTI to reach every teacherbrwith tools and resources that support teaching in a digital age. br brThe following information explains the requirements that must be metbrbefore MLTI can pay the second half of the stipend for Spring 2008.brPlease review this information carefully. All forms and a complete set of instructions related to Teacher Leaders are located online at http://www.mainelearns.orgbrand http://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/.brbrWe have also added these forms to the Studywiz 207 MS Teacher Leaderbrgroup folder. br

MLTI MS Leadership Team Meetings Spring 2008

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:24:23 EDT

Maine Social Studies Professional Development Network

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:52:09 EDT

The Maine Social Studies Professional Development Network and Departmentbrof Education have developed an electronic newsletter that providesbrinformation about professional development opportunities, teachingbrresources, and related items of interest to social studies educators andbrothers. Since its initial e-mailing in November 2007, over 460 peoplebrhave subscribed. br brIf you are interested in receiving our Monthly Newsletter, please e-mailbrglenn.nerbak at maine.gov mailto:glenn.nerbak at maine.gov to be added tobrthe distribution list.br brThank you,br brGlenn NerbakbrDistinguished EducatorbrMaine Department of Educationbr23 State House StationbrAugusta, ME 04333-0023br207-624-6721

Literacy Leadership Collaborative

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 11:45:19 EDT

Bring your literacy team and join us for a Literacy Leadership brCollaborative! This meeting of the LLC is supported by MLTI and is brdesigned for the networking of School Literacy Teams. Your school's brLiteracy Team is comprised of the literacy coach or specialist, the brlibrary media specialist, and the instructional technology integrator.brbrSome topics that will be discussed are:br1. Teams will explore the potential for student learning when there bris collaboration among library media specialist, technology brintegrators, literacy specialists.br2. Teams will learn tools and strategies for collaboration and braddressing 21st century literacy.br3. Teams will begin to build, refine and/or expand a plan for future brcollaboration.brbrYou can register for one of these meetings by visiting our website brand looking under Events - http://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/. Each brperson on the team should register individually.

Grant Opportunity: Maine Community Heritage Project: Apply Now!

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:11:55 EDT

Maine Community Heritage Project: Apply Now!brbrbrThe Maine Historical Society, in partnership with the Maine State brLibrary, is seeking Maine communities to participate in the Maine brCommunity Heritage Project (MCHP), an innovative new program that brpromotes collaboration between local schools, historical societies, brand public libraries through the exploration and celebration of local brhistory. The MCHP grows out of the Maine Memory Network (http:// brwww.mainememory.net), the Maine Historical Societys nationally brrecognized statewide digital museum, and is supported by a National brLeadership Grant from the Institute of Museum Library Services.brbrWe hope that your community will consider submitting an application. brFor more information, please contact Kristie Littlefield, School brPartnership Coordinator, Maine Historical Society, by email at brklittlefield at mainehistory.org or phone at 207-774-1822.

FYI - NEW English Language Arts List Serve

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 16:15:06 EDT

Maine DOE ELA specialists Patsy Dunton and Diana Doiron recently createdbra list serve to provide direct communication to those interested in ELAbrcontent. This is an opportunity to learn about current information,brresources, and events. Your box will not be filled with messages asbrPatsy and/or Diana will send an update once a week and responses willbrnot be allowed through the list. If a topic needs to be discussed, abrblog will be set up so your mailboxes don't clog. Please go tobrhttp://www.maine.gov/education/lres/ela/index.html and click on the listbrserve link sign up for this service. brThank you, brPatsy DuntonbrEnglish Language Arts Specialist, grades 6-12brMidcoast Regional Representativebr624-6625

MLTI Studywiz School Admin Training

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 09:49:58 EDT

This training session will provide MLTI Tech Leads or Teacher Leaders brwith information on how to manage and use Studywiz from an bradministrator's perspective. Learn how users are added to the brsystem, how passwords are managed, about the Studywiz admin workflow, brhow to manage your school's users/classes, what admin-type features brcan be given to teachers, manage messaging and activities, creating brinduction letters, how to create local groups for in school brcollaboration across different classes with teachers and students, brand more.brbrThe full day session will be delivered by employees of Etech Group, brthe developers of Studywiz, Apple MLTI Project team members, and brState of Maine DOE staff.brbrPlease register for training sessions by going to http:// brwww.maine.gov/mlti/educator/ and clicking on the Studywiz School brAdmin Training link.

Reminder! Register Now!! Arts, Innovation and Creativity Spring Institute

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 15:06:01 EDT

The Maine Learning Technology Initiative presents the ARTS, brINNOVATION and CREATIVITY Spring Institute, Sunday and Monday April br6th and 7th at the Samoset Resort in Rockport, Maine.brbrMany of the sessions will be presented collaboratively giving brparticipants the opportunity to broaden their knowledge in connecting brVisual or Performing Arts to other Learning Results content with a brmajor focus on creativity.brbrMore information on sessions and online registration can be found bronline at: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/springinstitute08/ brindex.html or www.mainelearns.org.

Arts, Innovation and Creativity Spring Institute Registration Details

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:56:49 EST

The Maine Learning Technology Initiative presents the ARTS, brINNOVATION and CREATIVITY Spring Institute, Sunday and Monday April br6th and 7th at the Samoset Resort in Rockport, Maine.brbrMany of the sessions will be presented collaboratively giving brparticipants the opportunity to broaden their knowledge in connecting brVisual or Performing Arts to other Learning Results content with a brmajor focus on creativity.brbrARTS, INNOVATION and CREATIVITY Spring Institute Registration and brRooming InformationbrRegistration Fee: $45.00brSamoset Room Reservations: $49.50 per night/double occupancy / $99.00 brper night/single occupancy

Announcing State Science and Technology SpecialistTo: MS HS Science Teachers Subject: Announcing State Science and Technology Specialist The following letter introduces Anita Bernhardt, the Science and Technology Specialist for the Department of Education and provides important information about the first STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Summit in Maine. PLEASE FORWARD TO ALL SCIENCE TEACHERS.To: MS HS Science Teachers Subject: Announcing State Science and Technology Specialist The following letter introduces Anita Bernhardt, the Science and Technology Specialist for the Department of Education and provides important information about the first STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Summit in Maine. PLEASE FORWARD TO ALL SCIENCE TEACHERS.

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 11:18:37 EST

To: MS HS Science TeachersbrSubject: Announcing State Science and Technology SpecialistbrbrThe following letter introduces Anita Bernhardt, the Science and brTechnology Specialist for the Department of Education and provides brimportant information about the first STEM (Science, Technology, brEngineering, and Mathematics) Summit in Maine.brbrPLEASE FORWARD TO ALL SCIENCE TEACHERS.

MLTI Leadership Position Last week, on Thursday 2/14/08, this very important leadership position was posted by the DOE on the Maine.gov web site. This direct hire position requires an experienced school leader who understands and has experience with systemic, educational change at the building and district level. To view the posting on line, please visit: http://www.maine.gov/fps/opportunities/ and navigate to the "PSE II: Education Team Leader/Policy Director for Learning Technology" position at the Department of Education.

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:19:17 EST

A little over a year ago, Bette Manchester retired from the Department ofbrEducation, and she has been serving in an interim capacity as Director ofbrSpecial Projects and Team Leader of the Learning through Technology Team,brproviding policy and operational leadership to the Maine Learning TechnologybrInitiative and the other Learning through Technology programs.brbrLast week, on Thursday 2/14/08, this very important leadership position wasbrposted by the DOE on the Maine.gov web site. This direct hire positionbrrequires an experienced school leader who understands and has experiencebrwith systemic, educational change at the building and district level. brbrTo view the posting on line, please visit:brhttp://www.maine.gov/fps/opportunities/ and navigate to the PSE II:brEducation Team Leader/Policy Director for Learning Technology position atbrthe Department of Education.

Reminder and Expanded MLTI MS Teacher Training Schedule

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 15:02:34 EST

Due to requests, we've added another session of the middle school brtraining, Supporting Literacy and Numeracy with NoteShare in brWashington County. Also, there is still room at the Aroostook county brsessions. Please share this information with other teachers you feel brmay be interested in attending.brbrThey are (in addition to the ones previously sent to you):brbrAroostook Region:brFebruary 14th at Fort Kent High School (ATM Room)brFebruary 27th at Fort Fairfield Middle/High School (Conference Room)brbrWashington Region:brFebruary 28th at Eastport Elementary School (Science Lab)

MLTI Image Discussion

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 08:01:04 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,brThe MLTI Project Team is finalizing requirements for the MLTI Image brfor next year. For any faculty or staff who would like to provide brfeedback or ask questions about the configuration of the image (not brtechnical support), we will be hosting conference calls with members brof the MLTI Project Team. Each scheduled call will cover the same brinformation. Two calls are scheduled to allow for more people to brparticipate in the call. At each call, we will address both the Middle brSchool iBook and High School MacBook software image configurations as brmost of the configurations are the same.br

2008 Middle Level Education Institute - Save the Date!

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:43:21 EST

Save these dates for the 2008 Middle Level Education InstitutebrbrJune 22 - June 26, 2008 at the University of Maine, OronobrbrRegistration materials will be available on the MLEI Web site at brwww.mainemlei.com on March 1, 2008brbrSPECIAL FEATURES OF THE MLEIbr? Focus on meeting the needs of young adolescentsbr? Using technology to support learning?MLTI consultants and morebr? Pre-planning by school team?you set the agenda so you are ready to beginbr? MLEI Web site to access information, schedules, and all handouts?for your conveniencebr? Laptops and wireless Internet access?builds on the MLTI and develops teachers? skillsbr? Outstanding national and state consultants?the best middle level people anywherebr? Apartment living at Patch Hall?comfortable accommodations for meaningful team workbr? University of Maine facilities?enjoy your state universitybr? And much more...brbrIf you would like more information about this year?s Institute and brhow it can assist the work your school is doing, please e-mail one of brthe Institute Directors (see addresses below). Registration will brclose May 16, 2008, and we expect all slots to fill quickly.brbrGert Nesin at gert.nesin at umit.maine.edubror Ed Brazee at ed.brazee at umit.maine.edubror call 207.581.2412br

5th Annual MLTI Student Conference

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:41:44 EST

It is time to begin planning to join us for the 5th Annual MLTI brStudent Conference!brbrDate: Friday May 30, 2008brLocation: UMaine OronobrbrThe call for presenters will be coming out soon as well. This year brwe will be looking for a line up of student teacher led sessions brfor the first session, so if you and your students are doing brsomething with the MLTI devices that others would benefit from seeing brand thinking about, please consider putting together a one-hour brsession, and watch for the chance to suggest a presentation.brbrTo learn more about past conferences and watch as this year's program brdevelops, please visit:brbrhttp://www.mainelearns.org/studentconferencebrbrShould you have any questions, please contact Jim Moulton:brbrjim at jimmoulton.orgbrVoice - 207-666-5686brMobile - 207-751-7954

Studywiz Global Linked Groups

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 16:03:10 EST

Dear MLTI School,brbrTo help foster state-wide communication and collaboration for educators and administrators across MLTI schools, the MLTI Project Office is forming Global Linked Groups in Studywiz. These groups will allow members of the group to create and contribute to online resources with each other. The number of Global Linked Groups is brlikely to grow over time as appropriate. To begin the process,

Informational Letter #74 - Regional Forums

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:39:30 EST

INFORMATIONAL LETTER NO: 74brPOLICY CODE: IKFbrbrTO: Superintendents, Principals, Curriculum Leaders, CTE Directors, brTeachers, Community Members, Community College and University brAdministrators and FacultybrFROM: Susan A. Gendron, CommissionerbrDATE: January 24, 2008brSUBJECT: Regional ForumsbrbrThe Maine Department of Education is hosting regional forums across the State to gather input from superintendents, curriculum leaders, principals, teachers, parents, school board members, college representatives, and community members on our framework for developing regulations for the implementation of Maine Learning Results. Before we develop the changes needed for Chapter 125: Basic Approval Standards: Public Schools and School Administrative Units and Chapter 127: Instructional Program, Assessment andDiploma Requirements we are asking for feedback to inform our work.br

Trainings - Expanded Schedule!

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 09:59:16 EST

Due to requests, I've added three more sessions of the middle school training, Supporting Literacy and Numeracy with NoteShare.brbrThey are (in addition to the ones previously sent to you):brbrAroostook Region:brFebruary 7th at Skowhegan Middle SchoolbrFebruary 14th at Fort Kent High School (ATM Room)brbrKennebec Region: February 27th at Fort Fairfield Middle/High School (Conference Room)br

MLTI Devices for Superintendents and Curriculum Coordinators

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:43:15 EST

As part of the expansion of the Maine Learning Technology Initiative to teachers in grades 9-12, the Department of Education has allocated an MLTI device to every Superintendent and Curriculum Coordinator, according to the following guidelines:

Training - Supporting Literacy and Numeracy with NoteShare

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:54:02 EST

The MLTI is committed to supporting best instructional practices in literacy and numeracy. Middle school teachers across Maine are finding NoteShare to be a powerful tool for supporting literacy and numeracy in all subjects. In this workshop we will explore the NoteShare features and some of the pedagogical strategies we have found most useful in the classroom, view examples, and construct new notebooks.

Announcing STEM Summit (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathmatics) and new State Science and Technology Specialist

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 09:33:32 EST

January 12, 2008brbrDear Science Educators,brbrThe purpose of my letter is twofold: to introduce myself as the State Science and Technology Specialist for the Maine Department of Education and to share information with you about efforts to focus greater attention on science and technology education. In the last several months have begun to meet with the PreK-Diploma educators, school administrators, higher education faculty, informal educators, professional organizations, research organizations and business partners that comprise the Maine science and technology community; I am excited by the energy and wisdom of these individuals in our State. I am confident that, together, we have the knowledge and commitment to improve science and technology education for Maine students.

MEA Online Training Information

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 15:44:49 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrFor those of you who may have missed the program announcement emailed in December and/or who are interested in participating in the MEA Online, information regarding in-person training for the MEA Online has been posted on the MEA Online Welcome Page in ?System Bulletin #2 - Training Information?.

MEA Online Program Announcement 2007-2008

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 09:18:18 EST

Welcome to the start of the 2007?08 MEA Online ProgrambrbrMEA Online System Bulletin #1 has been posted to: a href=http://itest.measuredprogress.org/maine/ http://itest.measuredprogress.org/maine/ /a. This System Bulletin contains important information, dates, and milestones for the 2007?08 MEA Online Testing System.brbrNew Application Implemented!br

Call for Conference Workshop Proposals - "Arts, Innovation and Creativity"

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 15:22:42 EST

The Maine Learning Technology Initiative presentsbrbr?ARTS, INNOVATION and CREATIVITY?br2008 Spring InstitutebrApril 6 and 7brat The Samoset Resort - Rockport, Mainebrbr ~ Call for Conference Workshop Proposals ~brbrWorkshop topics should include...

Save the date! - more

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 08:57:37 EST

We've received a lot of questions about the Spring Institute, and wanted to clarify that all MLTI teachers are invited, although Teacher Leaders are strongly encouraged to participate. An online registration form will be made available very soon, so please watch your email for a follow up to our Save The Date notice. Registration will be first-come, first-served, and will likely fill up quickly, so register early!brbrAdditionally, we are still in the process of gathering presenters for the Institute. If you are interested in being a presenter or if there is specific content you would like to see presented, please send an email to: mlti.project at maine.gov, with April Institute in the subject line.brbrHAPPY HOLIDAYS!brbrLaura J. BrownbrProject AssistantbrMaine Learning Technology InitiativebrLearning Through Technology TeambrState Of Maine Department of Education

Save the date!

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:45:44 EST

Dance to your calendar! Save these dates!brbrSunday, April 6 and Monday, April 7, 2008 at the Samoset Resort in RockportbrbrThe Maine Learning Technology Initiative Presents brThe 2008 Spring Teacher Leader Institute brArts, Innovation and CreativitybrbrHands-on creative professional development, artfully combined with mind-bending, side-splitting, toe-tapping presentations and performances especially designed to empower middle and high school teachers as they integrate technology into teaching and learning. See Science, Math, Social Studies, Foreign Language and English/Language Arts, blended with the Visual and Performing Arts in ways never before imagined!brbrArtful Details to follow!brbrBob McIntire brTech Team - MLTI/eMINTS Project ManagerbrMaine Department of Education br23 State House Station - Augusta, ME 04333-0023brtel 207.624.6778 cell 207.592-4718 brtty 888-577-6690 fax 207.624-6651

Time to Post E-Rate Form 470

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 09:28:55 EST

This message is being sent to you on behalf of Maine State Libraries. brbrPlease direct all questions to the contact information at the bottom of this message.brbr******************************************************************brbrTime to post E-Rate Form 470br brIf your library or school applies for E-Rate discounts for telephone services (local, long distance, cellular, etc.) or other E-Rate eligible services, it is now time to prepare and post the Form 470. You may fill out the Form 470 online at: http://www.sl.universalservice.org/menu.aspbr brThe Form 470 is a service request form which informs vendors that you want bids for services. It must be posted at the USAC/SLD website for at least 28 days before you can go ahead and select a phone company (or other vendor) and continue with the E-rate process by completing the next required form, Form 471. Do not sign a contract for services before the 28 day period is over!br brThis year the Form 471 must be completed by February 7th, 2008 which means January 10th is the last day you can complete a Form 470.br brPlease do not wait until the last minute! brbrWe encourage you to file the Form 470 prior to the December holidays to allow plenty of time to evaluate any bids and get the Form 471 done. brbrWe also recommend that you use wording from the eligible services list when filling out all E-rate forms. The list is available in PDF format at: http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-07-182A2.pdfbrbrTechnology Plan Reminder: brIf you get your Internet through MSLN, do E-Rate for ATM, or apply for any Priority 2 services, and your current technology plan does not cover the 12 months of Funding Year 2008 (July 1, 2008 - June 2009), a technology plan must be developed prior to the submission of the Form 470. New plans will need to be approved prior to the start of services (July 1, 2008). Most schools and libraries do need a technology plan.brbrTraining Will Be Offered via ATM, Webinars, Conference Calls:brWe will be offering training to anyone who may want to apply for E-rate discounts for the first time or who just wants a refresher. Training will be done via a series of webinars (live and archived) and ATM sessions. We will also schedule an introductory and informational conference call session during the first week in December. We will post times and dates of training in the next few days. brbrSign Up for the New Maine E-rate Listserv: brAlthough we will continue to post reminders to MELIBS, MEINFO, ACTEM and MSLNTC, the ERATE-MAINE listserv will offer additional notices and information about E-Rate. You may subscribe to the ERATE-MAINE listserv at the Maine State Library/Department of Education E-Rate website: http://www.maine.gov/msl/erate/ br brIf you need more information on E-Rate forms and deadlines, please email your questions to: brbrJanet McKenney, Public Library and MSLN E-rate Coordinator, janet.mckenney at maine.gov brbrORbrbrSylvia K. Norton, School E-Rate Coordinator, sylvia.k.norton at maine.gov br

Asset Management - Response Requested

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 15:23:39 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,brWe are aware that many schools have reported enrollment numbers that brexceed the number of available MLTI devices at their schools. We have brbeen working to resolve these issues. Devices are bring shipped now to brschools that reported needs (*see list at the end of this message). brHopefully we have not missed anyone.brbrTo better understand the needs, we have extracted from MEDMS the brOctober enrollment figures as reported by your school and compared brthem to the Asset Manager. As we expected, there are many schools on brthe lists which have a need larger than their asset pool. However, brwe also have a significant number of schools, which based on this brsimple numerical comparison, show a huge number of unallocated brdevices. There are a few schools for which no MEDMS data was bravailable, so the number of unallocated devices is grossly inflated. brIf your school's data is incomplete please report the missing data brelements to the MLTI Project team.

MLTI MS Training - Supporting Literacy and Numeracy with NoteShare

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 12:22:51 EST

The MLTI is committed to supporting best instructional practices in brliteracy and numeracy. Middle school teachers across Maine are brfinding NoteShare to be a powerful tool for supporting literacy and brnumeracy in all subjects. In this workshop we will explore the brNoteShare features and some of the pedagogical strategies we have brfound most useful in the classroom, view examples, and construct new brnotebooks.brbrParticipants should come prepared with content ideas and materials to brinclude in a notebook they will construct during the course of the brday (Please bring your laptops). We ask that you arrive between 8:30 brand 8:45 to allow time to sign in and test the connectivity of your brlaptops. The training will begin promptly at 9:00 and end at 3:00. brLunch will be on your own.brbrWe have scheduled a few sessions before the holidays and will brcontinue these trainings in January. We will keep you updated as the brschedule expands (if your region is not listed on the schedule below, brplease keep in mind we will be adding those sessions in after the brholidays!).brbrThe link to online registration and directions to our locations can brbe found at: http://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/ (under Middle brSchool Maine Learning Technology Initiative).br

MLTI Studywiz Admin Training

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 08:17:49 EST

Studywiz Admin Training for those currently in the role of MLTI brStudywiz School Admin.brbr(Expected audience: those staff familiar with the needs of the school brand are in a position to be able to help manage this process.)brbrThis free training session will provide MLTI Studywiz School Admins brwith information on how to manage and use Studywiz from an bradministrator's perspective. Learn how users are added to the brsystem, how passwords are managed, about the Studywiz admin workflow, brhow to manage your school's users/classes, what admin-type features brcan be given to teachers, manage messaging and activities, creating brinduction letters, how to create local groups for in school brcollaboration across different classes with teachers and students, brand more.

MLTI MS Teacher Leader Form

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 12:38:18 EST

Good morningbrbrTeacher leadership is critical to the successful implementation of brtechnology use in ?whole school capacity building? to increase brstudent and educator learning. We at MLTI recommend that each school brdesignates a ?lead teacher? (a classroom teacher with influence and brpower) that has the respect and confidence of their own colleagues in brthe classroom. You can find a more detailed description and Teacher brLeader Form at:brhttp://www.maine.gov/mlti/educator/ (entitled MS Teacher Leadership brInformation Form).brbrThis form will need to be completed and mailed to MLTI at the brDepartment. If you have already completed and mailed this form, brplease do not submit it again as we have begun the process of going brthrough the applications we've received. We will be contacting you brwith more information regarding the stipend once we've received and brapproved your form.

Reminder - Register for MS MLTI Regional Leadership Trainings

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 10:49:47 EST

Good morningbrbrbrWe just wanted to remind you that the Middle School MLTI RegionalbrLeadership Team meetings are underway. We encourage you register asbrsoon as possible at: http://training.mlti.orgbrhttp://training.mlti.org/ . br

REMINDER: MLTI Survey Data Needed

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 14:50:58 EST

Please have your students take a moment to complete the MLTI 7th and 8thbrGrade online survey. The due date has been extended to Friday, Octoberbr19th.

MLTI Regional Leadership Meetings

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:31:57 EST

Greetings,brbrWe do hope that your school year is off to a great start. We are excitedbrto meet with you and your leadership team to discuss the progress of thebrMaine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI) in your school.brbrMaine has been named one of six 21st Century states, but even though webrlead the country in digital education, we still have work to do tobrensure engaging, rich inquiry-based learning experiences for all of ourbrchildren.brbrThis year, we hope to focus on digital literacy, problem solving, andbrsocial networking strategies to improve literacy and numeracy.brDiscussion of and resources for the integration of the arts as itbrrelates to the Revised Learning Results will be part of this leadershipbrworkshop. Please bring ideas and present school practices to share.brbrFor the initial regional middle school leadership meetings, school-basedbrleadership teams are being asked to convene in each of the 9brsuperintendent regions. With the help of funds from Bank of America, webrwill be funding a teacher leader for each school (see attached jobbrdescription). We hope to see your team at the meeting, which includesbrthe principal, teacher leader, librarian, and one technology lead.br

MLTI Survey Data Needed

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 10:21:32 EST

TO: MLTI Principals, Teacher Leaders and Tech CoordinatorsbrFROM: Bette Manchester, Director of Special ProjectsbrDATE: September 13, 2007brRE: MLTI Middle School Student Surveybr brWelcome to the new school year! We hope you have had a productive andbrenjoyable summer. As the school year is getting underway, we need yourbrhelp in continuing to gather information about the Maine LearningbrTechnology Initiative (MLTI). Please encourage all of your 7th and 8thbrgrade students to complete an online survey - it will only take 5 - 6brminutes of their time.br

MLTI Middle School Fall Tech Update

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 13:48:48 EDT

Dear MLTI Technology Coordinators and Leads,br brThe MLTI Project Team and the Apple Project Team would like to invite you to the Fall Tech Update. This will be a full-day meeting that is being held in two locations, and includes lunch: br brNorthern Maine Tech UpdatebrSeptember 11, 2007br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brSpectacular Events Center, Bangorbr brSouthern Maine Tech UpdatebrSeptember 12, 2007br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brGorham Middle School Auditorium, Gorhambr brRegistration is limited to 2 individuals per school. br brPlease visit a href=http://training.mlti.org/techupdatehome_ms_fall_07http://training.mlti.org/techupdatehome_ms_fall_07/a to register. br brIf you have questions, please contact Laura Brown at laura.brown@maine.gov.

MLTI Middle Schools - Your Assistance is Requested

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 16:59:41 EDT

As we gear up to schedule MLTI meetings for the coming school year, we have the need to locate rooms around the state.br brIf your school has a room that can be used for an all-day professional development event, please take a moment to complete a very brief survey located through this link:br brhttp://www.createsurvey.com/c/55741-A4tdcm/br brIf you have more than one room available, please complete the survey for each room. br brPlease note that we are only collecting information at this time. As we start scheduling, and we find that your school meets our rooming needs for a particular event, we will definitely be in touch with you.br brThank you very much for your assistance!

IMPORTANT: FREE STAFF DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 10:38:21 EDT

NetLogo Initiation WorkshopbrWith Dr. Uri Wilensky, Ph.D., Creator of NetLogobrbrThe Tremont School, Mt. Desert IslandbrWednesday, July 18, 2007brbrIn 2007 many professional creators of knowledge use computer-based modeling as an essential tool. Now school children can too, through the NetLogo modeling environment. NetLogo is not just another piece of educational software, but an accessible entryway into the world of computer-based modeling.br brYou can think of NetLogo models as super-manipulatives in social studies, science, and mathematics. Unlike static cardboard models, the elements of an agent-based model take on a life of their own and interact with one another and the environment. The players or agents may be birds trying to find and eat butterflies in a field of flowers; farmers grazing their sheep on a common field; molecules of water, acid, or base; or muscle fibers in a body. The possibilities are enormous!br brNetLogo is accessible to fifth grade students and is equally useful through high school and beyond. Please see the NetLogo Initiation workshop description (a href=http://www.u98.k12.me.us/files/Tremont/NetlogoInitiation.pdfhttp://www.u98.k12.me.us/files/Tremont/NetlogoInitiation.pdf/a) for examples and orientation.br brDr. Uri Wilensky, mathematician, educator, computer scientist and learning technologist, is the founder and current director of the Center for Connected Learning and Computer-Based Modeling at Northwestern University. Dr Wilensky is an associate professor of Learning Sciences and Computer Science, holds an appointment in the cognitive science program, and is on the governing board of the Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems (NICO). Dr. Wilensky received his Ph.D. From MIT1s Media Lab.brbrDr. Wilensky, will be joined by Max Crain of The Tremont School and Jim Bonnes of The Liberty School, to facilitate this impressive professional development opportunity.brbrPlease Email Max Crain at mcrain at u98.k12.me.us for directions and to register.

UPDATE on MLTI 2007 Image

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 08:58:56 EDT

The new MLTI 2007 Image will start shipping next week and most schools will receive it on Monday, June 25th. We apologize for the delay.brbrHere is more information from the TECHUPDATE, Issue 30, in the MLTI II Asset Manager (http://assets.mlti.org)brbrMLTI 2007 IMAGEbrbrThe MLTI 2007 Image is completed. The DVDs will be shipped to each school's principal at the address listed in the asset manager. Each shipment will contain two DVD sets so that each school has a spare set.brbrFOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE THE DVDs to update your MLTI Firewire Restore drives, please reference the README document on the first DVD. DVDs will begin to arrive at schools the week of June 11.brbrFOR PASSWORDS, please call the Apple MLTI Project Office at [207] 688-4501.

YOUR PARTICIPATION IS REQUESTED: Maine Laptop Survey Data Needed

Mon, 21 May 2007 12:18:35 EDT

TO: MLTI Principals, Teacher Leaders, and Tech CoordinatorsbrFROM: Bette Manchester, Director of Special Projects, State of MainebrDepartment of EducationbrDATE: May 21, 2007brRE: Maine Laptop Survey Data Needed PleasebrbrAs the school year comes to a close, we are once again asking for your participation in having your 7th and 8th grade teachers, and their students, complete the online MLTI surveys referenced below. The surveys will not take students more than 10 minutes to complete.brbrThe survey results will enable us to determine how the laptops have been used with students over the course of the year. The results will also be used to report to the Commissioner and Legislature, to gather evidence for use in applying for grant funds and to provide feedback to Maine educators. All schools who participate in both the Fall 2006 (7th grade students only) and Spring 2007 surveys will receive a report showing the pre- and post-survey results for their school as well as a comparison with other participating schools throughout the state.brbrStudent Survey: a href=http://www.cepare.usm.maine.edu/surveys/mltistudent.htmhttp://www.cepare.usm.maine.edu/surveys/mltistudent.htm/abrTeacher Survey: a href=http://www.cepare.usm.maine.edu/surveys/mltiteacher.htmhttp://www.cepare.usm.maine.edu/surveys/mltiteacher.htm/abrbrSurveys should be completed by June 4, 2007.brbrPlease be assured that any and all information provided will be kept completely confidential.brbrAny questions can be directed to me at 624-6769, bmanchester at mainelearns.org or to the external evaluation team at the University of Southern Maine, 1-888-800-5044, cepare at usm.maine.edu.brbrThank you in advance for your participation.brbrMaine Learning Technology InitiativebrState of Maine Department of EducationbrVisit us on the web at a href=http://MaineLearns.orghttp://MaineLearns.org/a

Summer 2007 Redistribution Process for MLTI II Devices

Mon, 21 May 2007 12:15:31 EDT

Asset Redistribution for Summer 2007brbrThe MLTI Project Team and Apple Project Team will be working together this summer to redistribute MLTI 7th and 8th grade laptops based on anticipated 2007-08 student enrollments. This redistribution process will begin on June 11, 2007 and will continue throughout the summer until all laptop transfers are complete. Laptop transfers will fall into three possible scenarios:brbr1. Schools that will receive additional devices to cover predicted increasing student enrollments;br2. Schools that will return additional devices to cover predicted decreasing student enrollments; andbr3. Schools that will neither receive nor return devices since their enrollments are predicted to neither decrease nor increase significantly.

REMINDER: 2007 Student Tech Team Day at UMO, June 1st

Tue, 01 May 2007 10:50:27 EDT

We are writing to remind everyone to register their students for the 4thbrAnnual MLTI Student Tech Team Day at the University of Maine Orono on Junebr1, 2007. This year's theme is M-STEM: Maine Learners, Science, Technology,brEngineering, and Mathematics.brbrWe are adding more sessions daily, and when you visit our web site, you canbrsee that this is going to be another great learning opportunity! Please bebrsure to register yourself and your students by using the registration linkbrat this web site: brbra href=http://www.mainelearns.org/studentconference/conf07http://www.mainelearns.org/studentconference/conf07/abrbrShould you have any questions, please contact Jim Moulton at:brjim at jimmoulton.orgbrbrHere are a few samples of the kinds of sessions we have planned:brbrGarageBand is Easier Than You Think: An overview of making your own musicbrwith Apple's GarageBand - In this music-filled session, we'll learn how tobruse GarageBand to create music completely from scratch. We'll usebrGarageBand's thousands of built-in sounds and loops - and augment thembrwith other instruments such as a guitar or MIDI keyboard. Whether you are abrmusician or someone who can barely tune a radio, you'll discover how easybr(and fun) it is to make professional sounding songs, music soundtracksbr(think movies, podcasts, etc!) and even your very own CDs. Making music hasbrnever been more simple!brbrOh My Goodness! I Blew up the Screen!: This session will explore highbrresolution visualization using tiled displays. Students will generate largebrimages (the current idea is fractals, but may be something else) based onbrinquiry-based exploration. Students will work in teams to not only createbrthe images, but also to view them. Each student's laptop will be used tobrdisplay a piece of the overall image, allowing both a larger display andbrhigher resolution than could be attained with a single laptop.brbrNoteShare: Way Beyond The Basics: OK... You're using NoteShare in yourbrschool, but are you really using it in all the ways possible??? We doubtbrit... Come to this session and learn at least a dozen amazing thingsbrNoteShare can do that you will be able to show your teachers and classmates.brbrThank you for your continued participation in the MLTI Project!brbrMaine Learning Technology InitiativebrState of Maine Department of Educationbr23 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333brMlti.project at maine.gov

SAVE THE DATE: MLTI/eMINTS 2007 Summer Teacher/Leader Institute

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 10:06:00 EDT

Hold These Dates brWednesday, August 1 - Friday, August 3, 2007brMaine Learning Technology InitiativebrSummer Teacher/Leader InstitutebrMaine Maritime AcademybrCastine, Maine brbrDavid Warlick has penciled in a return to Maine following an enthusiastic response to his visit last fall. Many other great presenters are lined up to provide extended learning sessions in key content areas with a focus on literacy, numeracy, and project-based learning. Workshops are being planned to show how a wide variety of 21st century technology can be incorporated into content in order to achieve Maine1s Learning Results.brbrTentative Schedule of Events:brWednesday, August 1: Afternoon - Registration, Evening - Dinner and Welcome Keynote brThursday, August 2: Two half-day, hands-on learning sessions with a BBQ and celebration to top off the daybrFriday, August 3: Half-day learning session, lunch and wrap up gatheringbrbrAnticipated Costs: brRegistration: $50 for all three days ($15 for Wednesday, $25 for Thursday, $20 for Friday)brLodging and food: $75.00brbrMeals include dinner Wednesday dinner, Thursday breakfast, lunch and a BBQ, and Friday breakfast and lunch. Lodging is based on double occupancy, and single rooms will be available for an additional $50.brbrFor more information, please contact:brBob McIntire brTech Team - MLTI/eMINTS Project ManagerbrMaine Department of Educationbr23 State House Station - Augusta, ME 04333-0023brtel 207.624.6778 cell 207.592-4718 brtty 888-577-6690 fax 207.624-6651

Announcing the 2007 MLTI Student Tech Team Conference

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 20:07:36 EDT

Dear Maine Educators,brbr(At the outset, apologies for any cross-posting of this message, but thebrword must get out...!)brbrThe Maine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI) is proud to announce the 4thbrAnnual Student Tech-team Conference. This year's theme, in partnership withbrthe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at UMO, is M-STEM;brMaine Learners - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Conferencebrsessions will include all sorts of applications of the MLTI device, rangingbrfrom the arts to mathematics, from geography to science, from music tobrliteracy, and from social studies to foreign language.brbrThe overall goal of the conference is to provide an opportunity for MLTIbrstudents and educators to come together for a realization of, a sharing of,brand a purposing of the incredible potential of the MLTI. With a clear focusbron both people and technology, sessions will provide participants chances tobrwork directly with recognized leaders in fields as diverse as gamebrdevelopment, digital arts, music, GIS, digital storytelling, serious gaming,brdigital design, and more!brbrWhile primary participant focus for this conference are users of the currentbrMLTI imaged device (http://www.maine.gov/mlti/2006details.htm) we urge highbrschools who may be using an older device and image to join us as well.brPerhaps brespecially important to high school participants will be the chance tobrinteract with a place and with faculty members who may become part of theirbrcollege experience within a few short years!brbrBelow are the basic facts, along with a link to the Conference '07 Web site,brwhich contains full information on sessions (as they are fleshed out),brregistration, directions, etc. Hope to see you and the kids there.brbrQuestions? Please be in touch: jim at jimmoulton.orgbrbrCheers.brbrJim Moultonbrbr++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++brbrEVENT: The Maine Learning Technology Initiative and The Electrical andbrComputer Engineering Department at the University of Maine, Orono Presentbrthe Fourth Annual MLTI Student Tech Team Conference with an '07 Focus:brM-STEM (Maine brLearners, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)brbrWEB SITE REGISTRATION: http://mainelearns.org/studentconference/conf07/brbrDATE TIME: June 1, 2007 9:00 AM - 2:40 PM (registration begins at 8:15 AM)brbrCOST: $5 per participant (adults and students) with lunch on your own. Feelbrfree to bring a lunch or eat in the Student Union's Marketplace.brbrPLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO 'Treasurer, State of Maine' and mail to: LaurabrBrown, Department of Education, 23 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333brbrQUESTIONS? Jim Moulton - jim at jimmoulton.orgbrbrThank you for your participation in MLTI!

REMINDER: MLTI SPRING 2007 REGIONAL CONTENT MEETINGS

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 10:20:29 EDT

Since we1ve been having some technical problems with our MaineLearns.org webbrsite, we wanted to make sure everyone had the opportunity to register forbrour Spring Content meetings, using an alternate site. Go visit:brbra href=http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/springcontent07/ http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/springcontent07/ /abrbrYou may register for one or both sessions.brbrDay 1 - Literacy: Working with Digital Text, with Barbara GreenstonebrIn a 1-1 computing classroom, students are interacting more and more withbrdigital text. In this session, we will discuss and practice strategies forbrreading and writing digitally and explore some of the tools available on thebrlaptops as well as web resources. Participants will be working in abrNoteShare notebook which they can adapt and personalize for their ownbrclassroom use.brbrDay 2 - Inquiry Learning in Math and Science, with Phil BrookhousebrThe process of asking good questions and making predictions is a foundationbrfor deep and engaged learning. 1-1 computing gives the opportunity tobrinteract with data and do problem solving. This session will providebrexperience with math applets and MyWorld as foundations for inquiry-basedbrlearning.brbrSchedule:br brWestern RegionbrMt. Blue Middle School, FarmingtonbrDay 1: April 10 brDay 2: April 25 brbrKennebec Region brThe Buker Center, AugustabrDay 1: April 11brWarsaw Middle School, PittsfieldbrDay 2: April 26br brMidCoast RegionbrSearsport High School, SearsportbrDay 1: April 12 brDay 2: April 27 brbrHancock/Washington RegionsbrConners-Emerson School, Bar HarborbrDay 1: May 1 brDay 2: May 2 brbrCumberland RegionbrPortland Arts Technology High School, PortlandbrDay 1: May 3 brDay 2: May 4 br brYork RegionbrBiddeford Middle School, BiddefordbrDay 1: May 8 brDay 2: May 9 brbrAroostook Region brHoulton Higher Education Center, HoultonbrDay 1: May 15 brDay 2: May 16brbrPenquis Region brWilliam S. Cohen School, BangorbrDay 1: May 17 brDay 2: May 18brbrShould you have any questions, please contact Laura Brown,brlaura.brown at maine.gov, 207-624-6746 and thank you for your participation inbrMLTI!

UPDATED: MLTI Spring 2007 Content Meetings

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 12:45:37 EDT

CHANGED LOCATION FOR THE KENNEBEC REGION: brbrDay 1, Literacy, on Wednesday, April 11th, is now at the Buker Center inbrAugusta. brbrDay 2, Science, on Thursday, April 26th is still at Warsaw Middle Schoolbrin Pittsfield.brbr brbrWe are also pleased to announce that we have finalized the locations forbrthe Aroostook and Penquis regions:brbr brbrAroostook: brbrHoulton Higher Education Center, Houlton brbrDay 1 - Tuesday, May 15th brbrDay 2 - Wednesday, May 16th brbr brbrPenquis: brbrWilliam S. Cohen School, Bangor brbrDay 1 - Thursday, May 17th brbrDay 2 - Friday, May 18th brbrYou can choose to attend one or both sessions. brbrDay 1 - Literacy - Working with Digital Text, with Barbara GreenstonebrIn a 1-1 computing classroom, students are interacting more and morebrwith digital text. In this session, we will discuss and practicebrstrategies for reading and writing digitally and explore some of thebrtools available on the laptops as well as web resources. Participantsbrwill be working in a NoteShare notebook which they can adapt andbrpersonalize for their own classroom use.brbrDay 2 - Inquiry Learning in Math and Science, with Phil BrookhousebrThe process of asking good questions and making predictions is abrfoundation for deep and engaged learning. 1-1 computing gives thebropportunity to interact with data and do problem solving. This sessionbrwill provide experience with math applets and MyWorld as foundations forbrinquiry-based learning.

MLTI Professional Development Opportunity: Spring 2007 Content Meetings

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 16:47:33 EDT

MLTI is pleased to announce our Spring 2007 Content Meetings! These two, valuable day-long meetings will be held in several locations, and you can choose to go to one or both.brbrDay 1 - Literacy - Working with Digital Text, with Barbara Greenstonebr brIn a 1-1 computing classroom, students are interacting more and more with digital text. In this session, we will discuss and practice strategies for reading and writing digitally and explore some of the tools available on the laptops as well as web resources. Participants will be working in a NoteShare notebook which they can adapt and personalize for their own classroom use.brbrDay 2 - Inquiry Learning in Math and Science, with Phil BrookhousebrbrThe process of asking good questions and making predictions is a foundation for deep and engaged learning. 1-1 computing gives the opportunity to interact with data and do problem solving. This session will provide experience with math applets and MyWorld as foundations for inquiry-based learning.brbrSchedule: brMt. Blue Middle School, FarmingtonbrDay 1: April 10 brDay 2: April 25 br brWarsaw Middle School, PittsfieldbrDay 1: April 11 brDay 2: April 26 brbrSearsport High School, SearsportbrDay 1: April 12 brDay 2: April 27 brbrConners-Emerson School, Bar HarborbrDay 1: May 1 brDay 2: May 2 brbrPortland Arts Technology High School, PortlandbrDay 1: May 3 brDay 2: May 4br brBiddeford Middle School, BiddefordbrDay 1: May 8 brDay 2: May 9 brbrAroostook RegionbrDay 1: TBD - Mid MaybrDay 2: TBD - Mid MaybrbrPenquis RegionbrDay 1: TBD - Mid MaybrDay 2: TBD - Mid MaybrbrPlease use the following link to register for these workshops:bra href=http://www.createsurvey.com/c/50174-dAEhLK/http://www.createsurvey.com/c/50174-dAEhLK/br/abrAs soon as we have the Aroostook and Penquis regions sessions scheduled, webrwill let you know! brbrShould you have any questions, please contact us and thank you for yourbrparticipation in MLTI!

MLTI Professional Development Opportunities

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 21:06:50 EDT

We hope you are able to take advantage of these offerings this Spring...brbrYOU CAN STILL REGISTER FOR:brDesigning for Interactivity: Hypertext and Modeling Using MicroWorlds EX and NetLogo with Dr. Ruben PuentedurabrWednesday 3/28/07 at the University of Maine OronobrbrPlease use this link for additional information and to register:bra href=http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/hypertext/http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/hypertext//abr brWE1VE JUST ADDED:brTechnology Integration into Middle Level Mathematics with Dr. Pam BuffingtonbrBrewer: Day 1: April 2 and Day 2: April 23brGorham: Day 1: April 3 and Day 2: April 24brThis is the second offering of a very popular program! brPlease use this link for additional information and to register:bra href=http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/mathapr07/http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/mathapr07//abrbrPlease watch for the announcement on our upcoming content meetings in Aprilbrand May...

MLTI Winter Newsletter

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 11:15:17 EDT

Greetings! brbrOur latest newsletter has been published and is available at the following link:brbrhttp://www.maine.gov/mlti/portals/newsletter/index.htmbrbrThanks for your interest in MLTI!

MLTI Learning Teams: StudyWiz Make up Sessions

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 14:14:16 EST

Principals have been asked to select a learning leadership team tobrparticipate in workshops for the implementation of StudyWiz. StudyWiz isbra virtual collaborative learning environment for schools, designed tobrmake e-Learning intuitive and practical for teachers, students, andbrparents. These resources are incredible and they are provided free tobrschools through the MLTI contract.brbrMLTI wants to give schools that were not able to participate in thebrfirst round of StudyWiz training, the opportunity to register for a makebrup session designed specifically for MLTI Learning Teams. brbrIt is critical that the principal select from the learning leadershipbrteam a classroom teacher and a technical staff member. Both of thesebrstaff members will need to be comfortable learning and facilitating thebrlearning for other staff in the building.brbrIf you would like to participate in this valuable training, you maybrregister at the following site:brhttp://training.mlti.org/register_swmakeup.shtmlbrbrLocation and Date of training:brApple Training FacilitybrPineland Farms brNew Gloucester, Maine br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. brApril 5-6, 2007brbr

MLTI Leadership: Principal Professional Development

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 14:00:46 EST

As promised, MLTI has organized a make up session for those principals who were unable to attend the Principal Leadership sessions 1 or 2 during the 06-07 school year. The material presented is essential for our school leaders as we integrate technology into the goals of your school.brbrDate and Location: brbrApple Training FacilitybrbrPineland Farms brbrNew Gloucester, MainebrApril 4, 2007, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.br brRegistrations are being accepted through the following web site:brbrhttp://training.mlti.org/register_sw_makeup_principal.shtmlbrbrAgenda:brbr- Reflections on implementation of the new tools and resources: NoteShare, new software, StudyWiz.br- Roadmap of Continuous Improvement towards a 21st Century School.br- Digging deep in the Administrators' Notebook.br- Professional Development opportunities for staff.br- Research Results from your school. Dr. David Silvernail will explain and distribute the research results we have from the students in your school regarding 21st Century skills.br- Research Results from Teacher information, MISTM, and MEAbr- Universal Design for Learning: Grant opportunitiesbr- Professional Learning Communities, Numeracy and Literacy updates, and resources for your staff.br- Internet Safety: updates and resources.brbrWe certainly hope that you will be able to join us for this very informative session. brbrThank you for your participation in the MLTI Program!

REMINDER: MLTI/eMINTS Spring 2007 Institute

Wed, 07 Mar 2007 16:57:21 EST

There's still time to register for the MLTI/eMINTS Spring 2007 Institute at the Samoset Resort in Rockland, Sunday 3/25 Monday 3/26. brbrYou can register for the institute using the following URL: brbrhttp://www.createsurvey.com/c/46093-U291oy/ brbrInstructions for reserving lodging are located in the registration form. IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL GET A ROOM, you must call the Samoset Resort by the end of the day this Friday, 3/9/07.brbr Also attached is information on how to earn college credits for attending.brbrOur original email sent in mid-February is below:br

REMINDER: Designing for Interactivity: Hypertext and Modeling Using MicroWorlds EX and NetLogo, 3/28/07

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 11:58:34 EST

There?s still time to register for the workshop ?Designing for Interactivity: Hypertext and Modeling Using MicroWorlds EX and NetLogo? on Wednesday, 3/28/07 at University of Maine, Orono. Please refer to the attached workshop description for more information.br brParticipation is limited and educators are encouraged to bring up to two students with them. br brRegistrations are being accepted through the following website:bra href=http://www.createsurvey.com/c/47055-im02O5/http://www.createsurvey.com/c/47055-im02O5//a

Technical Lead Update Event Registrations Close Today

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 10:37:26 EST

**Reminder - Registrations for this event close today!! Currently, the Northern section is leading the Southern section for registrations by 10 people!! Consider that a challenge!**brbrDear MLTI Schools,brbrThe MLTI Project team would like to invite 2 members of your technical staff to attend the Winter/Spring Tech Update. Space is limited. Registrations are open from today through Monday, February 26, 2007 at 3 p.m. Advance registration is necessary as lunch will be provided, and we need to be able to coordinate with food services.brbrThere are two opportunities to attend the Winter/Spring Tech Update:brbrCost: FreebrLunch: ProvidedbrbrNorthern Maine Tech UpdatebrMarch 6, 2007br8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.brBangor, Spectacular Events CenterbrbrSouthern Maine Tech UpdatebrMarch 8, 2007br8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.brGorham, Gorham Middle SchoolbrbrThe day's agenda will cover a number of topics including:br? Welcome and Session Overviewbr? Understanding Your New Wireless Networkbr? ARD Task Manager and Processbr? MLTI Image Updatebr? Collaboration User Accountsbr? TC Collaboration and Resources Overviewbr? MLTI Support Options and General Q A, EvaluationsbrbrRegistration - http://training.mlti.org/techupdatehome.shtmlbrbrQuestions regarding this event may be directed to Jeff Mao, jeff.mao at maine.gov, (207) 624-6634

Tech Lead Technical Update

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 14:45:35 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrThe MLTI Project team would like to invite 2 members of your technical staff to attend the Winter/Spring Tech Update. Space is limited. Registrations are open from today through Monday, February 26, 2007 at 3 p.m. Advance registration is necessary as lunch will be provided, and we need to be able to coordinate with food services.brbrThere are two opportunities to attend the Winter/Spring Tech Update:brbrNorthern Maine Tech UpdatebrMarch 6, 2007br8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.brBangor, Spectacular Events CenterbrbrSouthern Maine Tech UpdatebrMarch 8, 2007br8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.brGorham, Gorham Middle SchoolbrbrThe day's agenda will cover a number of topics including:br? Welcome and Session Overviewbr? Understanding Your New Wireless Networkbr? ARD Task Manager and Processbr? MLTI Image Updatebr? Collaboration User Accountsbr? TC Collaboration and Resources Overviewbr? MLTI Support Options and General Q A, EvaluationsbrbrRegistration - http://training.mlti.org/techupdatehome.shtmlbrbrThank You,brMLTI Project Team

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED: Technology Integration into Middle Level Mathematics

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 11:50:20 EST

Registration is now closed for the Technology Integration into Middle Level Mathematics program. brbrThanks to everyone that registered or expressed interest in the program.

BREWER SESSION IS CLOSED: Technology Integration into Middle Level Mathematics

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 15:28:04 EST

Please note that the Brewer session for the math workshop is now closed. If you wish to reserve a spot in the Auburn session, there are still a few spaces left.

CORRECTION! RE: WORKSHOP: Technology Integration into Middle LevelMathematics

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 10:57:52 EST

Professional Development Opportunity...brbrTechnology Integration into Middle Level MathematicsbrbrSponsored by the Maine Learning Technology InitiativebrbrLead by Dr. Pamela J. Buffington, with Facilitators Pat Paquet, Julie Hundley, and Sharon IrelandbrbrDates/Locations: brbr* February 28 and March 29, 2007 in Auburn br* March 1 and March 30, 2007 in Brewer

WORKSHOP: Designing for Interactivity: Hypertext and Modeling Using MicroWorlds EX and NetLogo

Fri, 09 Feb 2007 16:36:27 EST

Hello!brbrAttached are details for the workshop 3Designing for Interactivity: Hypertext and Modeling Using MicroWorlds EX and NetLogo2 in two formats, .PDF and .doc, depending on your viewing preference.brbrRegistrations are being taken online. The URL is included in both attachments. Seating is strictly limited to 60 people, so please register early!brbrThis is a great opportunity, and we hope that you can participate!brbrThanks,brbrMaine Learning Technology InitiativebrbrMore details at a href=http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/hypertext/http://www.maine.gov/mlti/events/hypertext//a

The Owl Project: A Collaboration between Maine Audubon and the MIT Media Lab

Thu, 08 Feb 2007 08:54:00 EST

Our apologies for this very short notice on the launch of The Owl Project, whose details we've just received from our friends at the MIT Media Lab. Please distribute this information to your staff:brbrWe invite you to attend a special program launch of the The Owl Project on February 13th, 2007, from 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM in the Bartos Theatre, MIT Media Lab, 20 Ames Street, Cambridge, MA.

RESCHEDULED SESSIONS: 2007 Principal Leadership Workshops

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 15:47:13 EST

The following Principal Leadership Workshops have been rescheduled:brbrREGION NEW DATE LOCATION brHancock Monday, 1/22 Holiday Inn, EllsworthbrbrWestern Maine Friday, 1/26 UMaine at Farmingtonbrbr

Studywiz - Learning Team Training Registration Reminder

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 13:44:43 EST

**This is a reminder that registration for the Learning Team Training sessions are still open, and spaces are still available.**brbrStudywiz - Learning Team TrainingbrbrOnce again, principals will be asked to select a leadership learning team to participate in the two day workshop for the implementation of StudyWiz. Studywiz is a virtual collaborative learning environment for schools, designed to make e Learning intuitive and practical for teachers, students and parents. It is critical that the principal select from the leadership team, a classroom teacher and a technical staff member. Both of these staff members will need to be comfortable learning and facilitating the learning for other staff in the building.brbrRegistrations are available at http://training.mlti.org/teacherhome.shtml. Please note that some regions have more than one session to accommodate numbers and geography. School Learning Teams should attend together at the same time and location. Teams may attend a session in any region.

Tech Lead Check-in Phone Conference Call

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 15:16:44 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrWe will be hosting a conference call on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 from 2:30pm to 3:45pm to discuss a variety of common technical brquestions as well as to field questions from all of your schools. Both members of the MLTI Project Team and the Apple Project Team will brbe on the call. The call will be geared toward the technical leads. Due to the expected number of people on the call, we are asking that bryou submit questions in advance in the Tech Collaboration forum currently hosted on the Pre-Production Studywiz server, http:// brmaine.studywiz.com. Login details can be found on this earlier email:brbrhttp://mailman.informe.org/pipermail/mlti-ms/2006-September/000137.htmlbrbrPlease submit questions in the Open QA discussion forum. We will address any unanswered questions on the call. Please take the time to reread over the questions and answers already addressed in the TC Forums as well as on the FAQs posting on the web:brbrDeployment FAQ: http://www.mlti.org/deployment.htmbrTech Lead FAQ: http://www.mlti.org/portals/tech/brTech News Letters: http://assets.mlti.org/brMLTI-MS Email Archive: http://mailman.informe.org/pipermail/mlti-ms/brbrIf time allows, we will entertain questions over the phone. The call will be moderated by an operator. Details on how to ask questions on the call will be given during the call.brbrTopics of discussion will include:brbr1) Introductionsbr2) Wireless Network Updatesbr3) MLTI Applecare Help Deskbr4) Common Questions/Tips:br a) ARD 3.1 and MLTI imagebr b) User Collaboration Account Managementbr c) Returning Parts/GSXbrbrThe dial-in number will be a toll free call. Details for the call will be sent out as soon as they are finalized. They will also be posted in the Pre-Production Studywiz system as an eBulletin when available.brbrThank You,brMLTI Project Team

Studywiz Learning Team Training

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 11:20:50 EST

Studywiz - Learning Team TrainingbrbrOnce again, principals will be asked to select a leadership learning team to participate in the two day workshop for the implementation of brStudyWiz. Studywiz is a virtual collaborative learning environment for schools, designed to make e Learning intuitive and practical for brteachers, students and parents. It is critical that the principal select from the leadership team, a classroom teacher and a technical staff member. Both of these staff members will need to be comfortable learning and facilitating the learning for other staff in the building.brbrRegistrations will become available on a rolling basis beginning January 2, 2007 at http://training.mlti.org/teacherhome.shtml. Please note that some regions have more than one session to accommodate numbers and geography. School Learning Teams should attend together at the same time and location.brprebr+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|Date |Region |Location |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 18-19, 2007 |Hancock |Ellsworth Superintendent's Office |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 23-24, 2007 |Aroostook |University of Maine, Presque Isle |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 23-24, 2007 |Cumberland |University of Southern Maine, Abromson Center |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 25-26, 2006 |Washington |Shead HS |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 25-26, 2006 |Washington |Narraguagus HS |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 25-26, 2007 |Cumberland |University of Southern Maine, Abromson Center |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 30-31, 2007 |MidCoast |Hutchinson Center, Belfast |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|January 30-31, 2007 |Penquis |University of Maine, Orono |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|February 1-2, 2007 |Kennebec |Buker Center |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|February 1-2, 2007 |Western |University of Maine, Farmington |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br|February 6-7, 2007 |York |Biddleford Middle School |br+--------------------------+-------------+-----------------------------------------------+br/prebrbrLunch is on your own.brbrThank you,brMLTI Project Team

December Newsletter

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 15:57:23 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrThe November/December edition of the MLTI Update newsletter is available for download. You can find it at a href=http://mlti.org/portals/newsletter/2006/newsletter_12_06.pdfhttp://mlti.org/portals/newsletter/2006/newsletter_12_06.pdf/abrbrHappy Holidays!brMLTI Staff

Duckhead order deadline

Wed, 20 Dec 2006 10:39:08 EST

Duckheads [the small, square plug in your AC adapter that can be replaced by the power cord] did not ship with the iBooks delivered in 5 packs. If you would like duckheads for these iBooks, please send an email to mlti-duckheads at group.apple.com with the subject line duckhead request. Include your school name and four digit MEDMS school code in the body of the email. You will be shipped 5 duckheads for each 5 pack of iBooks that you received. Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.brbrRequests must be received by December 29, 2006.brbrHappy Holidays,brMLTI Project Team

Wireless Network Upgrade Update

Wed, 20 Dec 2006 09:05:36 EST

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrIf your network infrastructure has not been updated yet, please note the following important points:brbr1) Schools which submitted their Wireless Network Readiness Checklist data by the initial Oct. 31, 2006 deadline are on target for network brupgrade completion by the mid-February target date. Schools that did not complete their data submissions by the Oct. 31, 2006 deadline brwill likely have their network upgraded after the mid-February target date. All network data must be submitted no later than January 15, br2007. If data is not submitted in the correct form by January 15, 2007, your school's network may not be upgraded by MLTI.brbr2) To expedite the data submission process, please follow these simple guidelines:

2007 Principal Leadership Workshop Registration - Reminder

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 16:44:35 EST

**This is a another reminder,...if you have already registered, you do not need to register again! Thanks**brbrDear Principals,brbrBegin the 2007 year with MLTI. As promised, we have established nine regional principal workshops to support your leadership in schools that ?learn with technology rather than learn about technology?. Please bring your MLTI laptop.

Adobe Software

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 16:00:12 EST

Dear MLTI Schools, If you are attempting to install Adobe software titles onto the MLTI II 2006 laptops, and you are experiencing technical problems, please contact the Adobe Technical Support Help Desk at 800-642-3623. Please work through the problem with their technical support personnel, and as always, get a case number. If you successfully install the software, please forward details to Jeff Mao, jeff.mao at maine.gov. Based on feedback from a number of schools, for products like Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, you may not be successful. In this case, please forward your Adobe case number and any other relevant information to jeff Mao, jeff.mao at maine.gov. We will assemble your case numbers and escalate with Adobe to attempt to resolve the issue. For Adobe Acrobat Reader, schools have reported success with installation and use provided the software is installed manually from the admin login, and the application is run once as the admin user. Once completed, the teacher and student user are able to utilize the software. Thank You, MLTI Project Team

Using Technology to Build Professional Learning Communities

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 15:49:49 EST

Dear MLTI Schools, January 20th, 8:30- 3:30 University of Maine Orono Shibles Hall, Room 202 Registration is Free! Are you interested in working with and learning from teachers at other schools across the state, but find it difficult to get release time, or don?t have the time to travel to another school? Learn how you can use your laptop and simple technology tools to make virtual classroom visits and have professional discussions around student work and professional practice. Participants will receive software allowed for use on MLTI laptops, a binder of materials, hands on experiences, tips and strategies for using technology to have professional discussions. Participants will also learn protocols for having professional discussions that are applicable to any professional meeting where teachers are looking at shared texts, student work, achievement data, or developing common understandings. Registration is free but workshop space is limited so register early! Special technology gift for the first 20 registrants! Deadline for registration is January 12th To register or for more information contact Ellen Holmes at: eholmes at nea.org , or at 622-4418 ext.313 (please leave name, phone number and email on message) Registration includes light morning refreshments and lunch. Please see attached file for additional details. Happy Holidays! MLTI Project Team

MLTI Wireless Network Upgrades and Asbestos

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 17:10:35 EST

If you have asbestos anywhere in your school, even if you think it will not affect the wireless networks, please mark that asbestos is present when completing the Building Information section of the school readiness checklists in the asset manager. If your information has already been approved and you cannot adjust your checklist, please send an email to mlti-wireless at group.apple.com. Be sure to include your school code. Notifying Apple of asbestos in advance will greatly increase the speed at which your network is installed. If the wiring team discovers asbestos, they will cease work immediately until they are able to determine how to proceed. Addressing the issue up front will allow us to keep your network update on schedule. All schools, even those without asbestos, should be prepared to provide your Asbestos Survey paperwork to the wiring team when they arrive to install your wireless networks. If you do not provide this paperwork, the wiring may not occur and your network will be delayed. Thank you for your cooperation! MLTI Project Team

2007 Principal Leadership Workshop Registration - Reminder

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 17:08:33 EST

**This is a reminder,...if you have already registered, you do not need to register again! Thanks** Dear Principals, Begin the 2007 year with MLTI. As promised, we have established nine regional principal workshops to support your leadership in schools that ?learn with technology rather than learn about technology?. Please bring your MLTI laptop.

Seymour Papert seriously injured

Sat, 09 Dec 2006 07:44:18 EST

Seymour Papert, our visionary for MLTI, was in a terrible accident this week. The Boston Globe reports: December 7, 2006 Seymour Papert, a professor emeritus at MIT who is one of the pioneers of artificial intelligence and an authority on how computers can help children learn, was seriously injured after being struck by a motorbike in Hanoi, where he was attending a conference. The accident on Tuesday left Papert, 78, in a coma. He underwent brain surgery at French Hospital, hospital officials said. He was struck while crossing a street near his hotel, Hoang Xuan Lan of Hanoi Technology University, told the Associated Press. The university is hosting the conference. A native of South Africa, Papert worked with renowned researcher Jean Piaget and helped develop the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with Marvin Minsky. Their book, Perceptrons, is considered one of the seminal works on the topic. Papert also helped create Logo, a programming language used to teach computer science. We will keep you informed. MLTI Project Team

2007 Principal Leadership Workshop Registration

Thu, 07 Dec 2006 10:53:25 EST

Dear Principals,brbrBegin the 2007 year with MLTI. As promised, we have established nine regional principal workshops to support your leadership in schools that ?learn with technology rather than learn about technology?. Please bring your MLTI laptop.br brAgenda items:br? Reflections on implementation of the new tools (NoteShare) and the MLTI Roadmap of Continuous Improvement Towards a 21st Century School.br br? Introduction to Studywiz ? Studywiz is a virtual, collaborative learning environment for schools, designed to make eLearning intuitive and practical for teachers, students and parents. This exciting resource is free to all MLTI schools so we want principals to understand the power and the uses of this environment. Knowing about the online system will help principals determine the school leadership team that will participate in the two-day Studywiz training.br br? Research Results from your school ? Dr. David Silvernail and staff have early data about your 7th grade students. We will distribute your school data at these meetings and provide you with strategies for increasing student skills in the areas of information, communication and technology literacy. Further information will be provided in another email.br br? Universal Design for Learning ? We have been awarded UNUM funds to continue working with schools in learning strategies for Universal Design. Schools may apply to have professional development brought to your school site. Principals will understand the federally mandated expectations along with the many resources available for your staff.br br? Literacy and Numeracy updates ? These updates will include new resources for your staff and professional development opportunities that will be available for your staff.br brSchedule and Registration information:brbrSessions are 9 AM to 3 PM.br Date Region Location brbr 1/4/07 Kennebec UMaine Augusta br 1/5/07 Mid-coast Hutchinson Center br 1/9/07 Washington UMaine Machias br 1/10/07 Penquis Hussson College br 1/16/07 Hancock Holiday Inn br 1/17/07 Aroostook UMaine Presque Isle br 1/18/07 Cumberland Pineland br 1/19/07 Western UMaine Farmington br 1/24/07 York Noble High School brbrTo register for one of these sessions please go to:brbrhttp://training.mlti.org/principalhome.shtmlbrbrConfirmation of your registration will be emailed to you one week prior to the session. Questions related to registration may directed to Melanie Chasse, mchasse at apple.com. Questions related to the workshop may be directed to Bette Manchester, bmanchester at mainelearns.org or Jeff Mao, jeff.mao at maine.gov.brbrThank You,brbrMLTI Staff

NETDAY SPEAK UP 2006

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 08:56:20 EST

Dear MLTI Principals,brbrThe MLTI team would like to encourage your school and community to participate in this year's NetDay Speak Up survey. Your participation brin MLTI gives your community a unique and important perspective on these issues, and Maine's voice should be heard in this influential and important survey.brbrNow in its 4th year, Net Day Speak Up's national online survey is an opportunity for students, teachers, and parents to participate in a dialog about science, math, technology, and 21st century workforce skills. Speak Up 2006 surveys will be open starting November 1 and will remain open for student, teacher, and parent input through December 15th. Speak Up 2006 major themes address:brbr Opportunities and impact of technology on learningbrbr Communications, self expression, and social networkingbrbr Global awareness and international collaborationsbrbr Science, math, national competitiveness, and workforce developmentbrbr Schools of the futurebrbrThis year, for the first time, the project will include a survey especially designed to collect feedback from parents. Learn more about Net Day Speak Up and how schools and districts can register to participate at www.netday.org/speakup.brbrThank YoubrMLTI Project Team

2006-07 MEA Online Program

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 11:30:32 EST

Dear Principal:brbrGreetings! I hope the school year is going well. Attached please find MEA Online System Bulletin #1. This System Bulletin contains important information, dates, and milestones for the 2006-07 MEA Online Program. brbrIf your school would like to participate in the 2006-07 MEA Online Program, please send an email to plangley at measuredprogress.org with the following information:brbr* School namebr* District namebr* First and last name, email address, and phone number for the person(s) responsible for coordinating the MEA Online at your school.brbrOne training session will be offered this year. The session will be delivered via ATM broadcast on December 14, 2006 from 2:30-4:00 p.m. A recording of the broadcast will also be available to individuals who are unable to participate. Please refer to System Bulletin #1 for further details.brbrIf you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the Measured Progress MEA Online Help Desk between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm at 1-877-934-8378 or meaonline at measuredprogress.org. I look forward to your participation.brbrSincerely,brbrPeter LangleybrMeasured Progress

23rd Annual Middle Level Education Institute

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 12:54:00 EST

Save these dates and plan to attend the...br23rd Annual Middle Level Education InstitutebrJune 24 - June 28, 2007brUniversity of MainebrbrMiddle Level educators know what works...Are you using that information in your school? The 2007 Middle Level Education Institute is intended for schools ready to improve?veteran middle level schools renewing their commitment to young adolescents? learning, schools new to the middle school concept, and schools attempting to balance middle level philosophy and practice within a standards-based system.

Join NetDay Speak Up 2006 - November 1-30

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 10:47:56 EST

PARENTS, TEACHERS, AND STUDENTS SPEAK UP!brbrJoin NetDay Speak Up 2006 - November 1-30brbrNow in its 4th year, NetDay Speak Up's national online survey invites students, teachers, and parents from around the country to share their input in an online survey. This is an opportunity for students, teachers and parents to participate in the national dialog about science, math, technology, and 21st century workforce skills.brbrLearn more about NetDay Speak Up and how schools and districts can register to participate at www.netday.org/speakup

Maine Learning Technology Foundation supported dial up Internet for Students

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 12:12:06 EDT

Subject: Maine Learning Technology Foundation supported dial up Internet for StudentsbrbrDear MLTI Schools,brbrThe Maine Learning Technology Foundation in partnership with Great Works Internet is continuing to support free and reduced rate brInternet connectivity for students using MLTI iBook computers. For more information about the program, please see:brbra href=http://www.gwi.net/residential/mlti.htmlhttp://www.gwi.net/residential/mlti.html/abrbrTo download forms to sign up for accounts please download:brbra href=http://www.mltfoundation.org/homeaccess/2007mltfhaform.pdfhttp://www.mltfoundation.org/homeaccess/2007mltfhaform.pdf/abra href=http://www.mltfoundation.org/homeaccess/2007frslpform.pdfhttp://www.mltfoundation.org/homeaccess/2007frslpform.pdfbr/abrAll questions related to this opportunity should be directed to homeaccess@mltfoundation.orgbrbrMLTI Project Team

Netlogo Workshop

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 16:11:56 EDT

NETLOGO WORKSHOP PRESENTED BY: Max Crain (Tremont Pemetic Schools, Mt. Desert Island); Seymour Papert and Jim Bonnes (Liberty School, Blue Hill, ME) DATE/TIME: October 27th, 2006, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Please bring your own lunch) LOCATION: Liberty School, 8 Liberty Lane, Blue Hill, ME, Phone: 207-374-2886, Web: http://www.liberty-school.org SUMMARY: The kinds of modeling that NetLogo supports are becoming quite a force in the scientific world. NetLogo is capable of providing new and significant opportunities to think and learn in school. The installation on MLTI laptops should be a boost, but we will still need to put much attention into developing a Logo/NetLogo community in Maine schools. As one of the Logo family of computer languages, NetLogo programming is designed to have a low threshold but a high ceiling. Max Crain has worked with NetLogo and children as young as 10 years old. This software is also being used actively by researchers. This workshop is open to educators from Grades 5-12.

REMINDER: Maine Laptop Survey Data Needed - 7th Grade Students

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 12:17:11 EDT

TO: MLTI Principals, Teacher Leaders and Tech CoordinatorsbrFROM: Bette Manchester, Director of Special ProjectsbrDATE: October 18, 2006brRE: Maine Laptop Survey Data Needed - 7th Grade StudentsbrbrPlease remind and encourage all 7th grade students to complete the onlinebrMaine Laptop program survey by Friday, October, 27th. It will take studentsbronly 5-6 minutes to complete.brbrThe information we collect is important for many reasons. It will be usedbrto report to the Commissioner and Legislature, to gather evidence for use inbrapplying for grant funds and to provide feedback to Maine educators.brbrSurvey details:brbrThe 7th Grade Student Survey can be found at:brwww.cepare.usm.maine.edu/studentsurvey.htmbrbrPlease note that this URL will bring the student to the SurveyMonkey.com webbrsite, where the student will be prompted to accept a cookie in order tobrlaunch the survey.brbrSurveys should be completed by Friday, October 27, 2006.brbrPlease be assured that any and all information provided will be keptbrcompletely confidential.brbrAny questions can be directed to me at 624-6769, bmanchester at mainelearns.orgbror to the external evaluation team at the University of Southern Maine,brPaula Gravelle 1-888-800-5044, cepare at usm.maine.edu.brbrThank you for your participation.

MLTI Policy Manual

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 16:17:18 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrA revised copy of the MLTI Policy Manual has been posted to our web site. Please visit a href=http://www.maine.gov/mlti/portals/manual/http://www.maine.gov/mlti/portals/manual//a. If you brhave questions about the manual or there are issues that are not addressed in the manual, please direct your questions to Jeff Mao, 207-624-6634, jeff.mao at maine.gov.

Fall Tech Lead Workshop Registratio

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 09:45:24 EDT

Dear MLTI Tech Leads,brbrThank you for the efforts you have already put into helping get the new deployment to your students and teachers. We appreciate your brflexibility and willingness to take on new challenges.brbrThe MLTI Project Team and the Apple Project Team would like to invite you to the Fall Tech Lead Update. This will be a full-day meeting that includes lunch. Topics covered will include:brbr(null)br(null)br(null)br(null)br(null)brbrThe Tech Lead Update will be held in two locations:brbrSouthern Maine Tech UpdatebrOctober 11, 2006br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brGorham Middle School Auditorium, GorhambrbrNorthern Maine Tech UpdatebrOctober 12, 2006br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brSpectacular Events Center, BangorbrbrRegistration is limited to 2 individuals per school. Please visit a href=http://training.mlti.org/techupdatehomehttp://training.mlti.org/techupdatehome/a to register. If you have questions, please contact Jeff Mao, jeff.mao at maine.govbrbrSincerely,brMLTI Team

Professional Development Opportunity for Math Teachers

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 09:09:36 EDT

Call for Participants: Middle School Mathematics Teachers Professional Development Opportunity Building Algebraic Thinking through Patterns and FunctionsbrbrWho: Grade 7 and 8 mathematics teachers who would like to take a free professional development course in fostering algebraic thinking in their studentsbrWhat: Building Algebraic Thinking through Patterns and FunctionsbrWhere: OnlinebrWhen: Starting in October 15, 2006, ending December 9, 2006 EDC (Education Development Center) and the Boston College Technology and Assessment Study Collaborative are collaborating on a research project, funded by the National Science Foundation, to investigate the effectiveness of alternative approaches to online professional development. The research explores the impact of these approaches on teachers(null)brdevelopment offering as part of this research project. As part of the project you will be enrolled in an 8 -week, online course that brwill provide innovative algebra classroom activities for your students. The course will focus on cultivating algebraic thinking in your class through number activities and the study of patterns and functions. The course will also introduce web-based technology that is available at no cost that you can use in your classroom to help promote algebraic thinking. In return for your participation in the research activities, you will receive a $200 stipend. You can also choose to obtain graduate course credit from Antioch University Seattle for a reduced tuition fee of $100 (to which we will apply the $200 stipend).

Updated Musique Lab Workshop Schedule

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 17:36:18 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrWe apologize again for the last minute announcements, but we just received this information. Since the initial announcement, there have been a number of requests for workshops on the Musique Lab software.brbrLecture on Sound and Music Research at IrcambrPresenters: Olivier Lescurieux and Gr(null)brDate: Tuesday September 26th, 7 pmbrLocation: 100 Lord HallbrUniversity of MainebrOrono, MainebrbrGorham Musique Lab WorkshopbrDate: Wednesday September 27th, 1:30 pmbrLocation: Gorham Middle Schoolbr106 Weeks Rd.Gorham, ME 04038brbrOrono Musique Lab WorkshopbrDate: Thursday September 28th, 5pmbrLocation: Design Midi Lab (3rd Floor)brUniversity of MainebrClass of 1944 HallbrOrono, MainebrbrOld Town Musique Lab PresentationbrFriday September 29th, 1:15pmbrJ.A. Leonard Middle Schoolbr156 Oak St. Old Town, MainebrbrIf you would like to attend one of the workshops or presentations above please send an email to Mike Scott mscott at umit.maine.edu or call 581-4330.

MLTI Newsletter, September 2006

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 17:05:01 EDT

Hello,brbra href=http://mainelearns.org/ovc/story_files/MLTI_Newsletter_09_06.pdfAttached is MLTI's first newsletter of the 2006-2007 school year/a, which we hope you will find to be a great resource to you, and we've included some tips which we hope you will share with your students.brbrI also wanted to take a moment to introduce myself to all of you, as I have just joined the MLTI Team starting today. I will be working closely with Jeff Mao to handle any administrative needs and technical questions you may have with respect to the program, and I'm looking forward to working with you. Please let me know if I can be of assistance to you.brbrSincerely,brbrbrLaura J. BrownbrPlanning Research AssociatebrMaine Learning Technology InitiativebrMaine Department of EducationbrPhone: (207) 624-6746brEmail: laura.brown at maine.gov

Technical Support, MLTI Correspondence, etc

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 11:34:54 EDT

Dear MLTI schools,brbrWe hope that the new MLTI devices are working well, and that the new tools available are generating new ideas and excitement for your teachers and students. Both the MLTI Project Office and the Apple Project Office wanted to remind everyone to use the AppleCare Help Desk as your first technical support avenue. The AppleCare Help Desk can be reached at 1-800-919-2775, account 4MLTI.brbrFor any email sent to any member of the MLTI Project Team or Apple Project Team, please include in your subject header, your school's 4 digit MEDMS ID number. This number replaces the 5 digit codes used in the past. In addition, please include your full name.

Wireless Readiness Checklist

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 15:48:46 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrThank you for entering data into the MLTI Asset Manager (http://assets.mlti.org). Updated contact information helps us distribute important program information and teacher professional development opportunities to you. The network and building information is necessary for the wireless network upgrades. Site visits for the network upgrades have already begun and will continue as school data sets are entered and approved.brbrAt this time, some schools have incomplete data. We would like to encourage all schools to get this data entered as soon as possible. If you are unsure whether or not you have entered data, please follow the Network Installation Status link in the Asset Manager. This screen will show if you have missed a section completely. For sections that show that you have entered data, but it is not yet approved, please review that section to ensure you did not leave parts blank. Both the Apple team and the MLTI Project team is reviewing this data as quickly as we can, so it may take time before completed sections are approved. If sections appear complete, do not be alarmed. Your Deployment Contact will be notified if we havebrquestions about the data.brbrWhen completing the Room Approvals section, please only list those rooms which are used for 7th and 8th grade academic use. Do not list rooms more than once if it is used by more than one teacher. Duplications slow the approval process.brbrAll schools should complete all Building Information, Network Information, and Room Approvals information by October 31, 2006. Contact information should entered no later than September 29, 2006.brbrThank you,brMLTI Staff

Fall MLTI Learning Team Training Events

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 13:38:29 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrWe hope your year is off to a great start, and the new resources and tools from MLTI are serving you well.brbrMLTI/Apple Teacher Development workshops will begin in mid-October. We recognize that it is impossible to have every seventh- and eighth- grade teacher participate during the school day. Therefore, we have designed two-day regional workshops, held during the school day, for two-person learning leadership teams. Your leadership team will then bring the new learning back to school and share it in your professional learning community through mini-workshops, team meetings, or whatever format works best for your teachers. Small schools are encouraged to collaborate with other schools within their districts and include the library media specialist. The teacher leadership teams are selected by the building principal.brbrThe two-day workshop Agenda:br21st Century Tools for the 21st Century SkillsbrOverview of Levels of IntegrationbrOrganization with NoteShare (null)brOrganization with NoteShare (null)brHands-on Notebook CreationbrManaging the Research WorkflowbrPresenting, Sharing, Exchanging and Collaborating through the brNoteShare NotebooksbrReview of Literacy, Numeracy and, Research NotebooksbrbrLunch is not provided, so participants should plan accordingly.brbrWorkshop SchedulebrOnline Registration: http://training.mlti.org/teacherhome

Music Teacher Workshop Opportunity

Wed, 20 Sep 2006 13:12:43 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrWe apologize for the tardiness of this announcement. Details were just made available to us. In coordination with the New Media Project at the University of Maine, Orono, the two researcher/developers of Musique Lab, a music education suite of software are visiting in Maine and available to conduct workshops at your school.brbrOlivier Lescurieux and Gr(null)ogram, UMO, 207-581-4358, 207-581-4330, or email mscott at umit.maine.edu.brbrSchools interested in hosting a workshop should contact Mike Scott, mscott at umit.maine.edu, 207-581-4330.brbrFor more information about the Olivier Lescurieux, Gr(null)brbrhttp://www.maine.gov/portals/docs/ircam-bios.pdfbrhttp://www.maine.gov/portals/docs/ircam-workshop.pdfbrhttp://www.maine.gov/portals/docs/ircam-software.pdfbrbrAll questions related to this opportunity should be directed to Mike Scott, mscott at umit.maine.edu, 207-581-4330.

Fall Tech Update Registration

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 15:57:38 EDT

Dear MLTI Tech Leads,brbrThank you for the efforts you have already put into helping get the new deployment to your students and teachers. We appreciate your flexibility and willingness to take on new challenges.brbrThe MLTI Project Team and the Apple Project Team would like to invite you to the Fall Tech Update. This will be a full-day meeting that includes lunch. Topics covered will include:brbr(null)br(null)br(null)br(null)br(null)brbrThe Tech Update will held in two locations:brbrSouthern Maine Tech UpdatebrOctober 11, 2006br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brGorham Middle School Auditorium, GorhambrbrNorthern Maine Tech UpdatebrOctober 12, 2006br8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.brSpectacular Events Center, BangorbrbrRegistration is limited to 2 individuals per school. Please visit http://training.mlti.org/techupdatehome to register. If you have questions, please contact Jeff Mao, jeff.mao at maine.govbrbrSincerely,brMLTI Team

Principal Leadership Training Reminder

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 11:34:21 EDT

Please note updates/changes to the locations of the October 4 and brOctober 5 meetings!brbrDear MLTI Principals,brbrWe hope your summer was restful and restorative. As you begin this brschool year, we want to invite you to the first of two MLTI brPrincipals(null)brPlease bring your new iBook, and learn about the new tools and brresources that will help you provide leadership in bringing your brschool into the 21st Century. The agenda will include four major brconcepts:brbr(null)brrollout arrives, you need to understand how much value your teachers brare squeezing out of the opportunity the MLTI brings to your school.br(null)brand what the new tools make possible.br(null)brwhat should you know to do this more effectively?br(null)brimpact on literacy if it is used effectively within a professional brlearning community model - you will learn how to make this happen.

Call For Presenters: Enhancing Student Learning in Science with Digital Resources

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 16:14:45 EDT

On October 12, the Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance will hold a conference on Enhancing Student Learning in Science with Digital Resources at the Sable Oaks Marriott in Portland. This conference will address the selection and use of quality digital resources and tools in the middle and high school science classroom.brbrThe conference will showcase a number of exemplary digital resources and tools for middle and high school. A keynote from Susan VanGundy of the National Science Digital Library will open the conference followed by breakout sessions with expert speakers.

Network Upgrades

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 16:51:14 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrIf you have not already done so, please make sure to complete the Building Information, Network Information, Room Approvals, and Contact Information sections of the MLTI Asset Manager (a href=http://assets.mlti.orghttp://assets.mlti.org/a). Apple needs this data in order to begin the process of upgrading your wireless network.brbrMore details about these sections of the MLTI Asset Manager are located on the front page of the MLTI Asset Manager in the MLTI Tech News #21 and #22.brbrAs you complete this information, please note the following:brbr1) If you want Apple to upgrade your wireless network, then answer YES to the question Do you want an Apple-installed wireless network in the Network Information section.

October Conference: Digital Resources in Science

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 14:42:53 EDT

Enhancing Student Learning In Science with Digital ResourcesbrbrWhere can educators find digital materials that are high-quality, scientifically accurate and relevant to the science content they teach?brbrWhat kinds of available digital resources are based on science learning research and involve effective pedagogical approaches? brbrHint: You won't find answers to these questions easily on Google!br

Online Technical Lead Collaboration and Packages

Wed, 06 Sep 2006 09:36:30 EDT

Please forward this message to your school's technical support personnelbrbrDear MLTI Tech Leads,brbrSorry for the delays, but we now have an online space to replace the brFirstClass TC Conferences. This new online space is not permanent, brbut is utilizing the same web-based technologies that will be used brwith our teachers and students. Development is ongoing for the final brproduction server that will host both teacher and student brcollaborative spaces and the final home of the new TC Collaboration bronline space.brbrThe temporary home for the new TC Collaboration space and package brinstallers can be found at:brbrhttp://www.maine.gov/mlti/portals/tech/packages.htmbrbrGeneric user logins have been created for each school to access the brTC Collaboration space. These logins are Student logins and are, by brdefault, in the form of:brbrusername: tcxxxxbrpassword: tcxxxxbrbrwhere xxxx is the 4 digit MEDMS School ID. Once logged in, MLTI Tech brLeads should change their password. If your school has more than one brtech, please make sure that all techs know the new password!brbrJeffbrPlease forward this message to your school's technical support personnel

Informational Letter 20

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 16:55:12 EDT

INFORMATIONAL LETTER: 20brbrPOLICY CODE: IHAJbrbrbrTO: Superintendents of Schools, Principals, Business Managers, brTechnology Coordinators, MLTI Teacher Leaders, MLTI Technology LeadsbrbrFROM: Susan A. Gendron, CommissionerbrbrDATE: September 1, 2006brbrSUBJECT: Maine Learning Technology Initiative UpdatebrbrbrThe next phase of the Maine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI) has brbegun in partnership with Apple Computer, Inc., and laptop computer brdevices (nearly 38,000) have shipped to all participating schools.brbrThe deployment of this phase of the program will include a number of brupgrades and the introduction of new systems. All of these will brrequire input and coordination among local schools, the Department, brand Apple Computer, Inc. There are many new systems and protocols to brbe introduced, as well as specific training including:brbr1) deployment of new laptop computers and softwarebr2) upgrades/installations of wireless networksbr3) professional development opportunities for principals, teachers, brand technology leadsbr4) introduction of a new online learning and collaboration environmentbr5) introduction of a new electronic mail system for participating brstaff and studentsbr6) enhanced warranty and technical support.brbrFor the most current information, anyone can subscribe to the new brMLTI RSS feeds (http://www.maine.gov/mlti/portals/). These feeds will brhelp keep you informed of new articles published on the MLTI brFrequently Asked Questions websites, and of new information sent to brthe MLTI email distribution list.

New Asset Manager

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 16:49:49 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrWelcome back! Hope everyone had a nice, restful summer.brbrAs you start your school laptop deployment, you may come across discrepancies with your asset tags and serial numbers. If you do experience this, you may contact the Apple Office by using the following email address:brbrmlti_assets at group.apple.combrbrPlease provide Apple with the following information from each iBook:brbrAsset Tag NumberbrSerial Number (look under the keyboard)brAirport ID (look under the keyboard)brEthernet ID (look under the keyboard)brbrIf I can help in any other way, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to working with all of you! For answers to Frequently Asked Questions, please refer to:brbrhttp://www.maine.gov/mlti/deployment.htmbrhttp://www.maine.gov/mlti/portals/tech/brbrClaudette Coyne

Principal Leadership Training Reminder

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 10:13:46 EDT

Dear MLTI Principals,brbrWe hope your summer was restful and restorative. As you begin this school year, we want to invite you to the first of two MLTI Principals(null)brbr(null)br(null)br(null)br(null)brbrThe workshop will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with lunch on your own.brBelow are the Principal session and location in your region - please mark your calendar now.brbr9/21/2006 Principal Leadership Training Aroostook UMPIbr9/22/2006 Principal Leadership Training Penquis Husson Collegebr9/26/2006 Principal Leadership Training Kennebec China Lakesbr9/27/2006 Principal Leadership Training Western Maine Auburnbr9/28/2006 Principal Leadership Training Cumberland New Gloucesterbr9/29/2006 Principal Leadership Training Hancock Conners Emersonbr10/3/2006 Principal Leadership Training Mid-Coast Hutchins Centerbr10/4/2006 Principal Leadership Training Washington TBAbr10/5/2006 Principal Leadership Training York Biddeford MiddlebrbrWe ask that you register at this site:brhttp://training.mlti.org/principalhome.shtmlbrbrYou may register for a session in your own region or in another region, if it is more convenient. This training is specifically designed for Principals. Training designed for Technology Leads and Teachers will follow.brbrIf you have further questions, please contact Claudette Coyne claudette.coyne@maine.gov or Bette Manchester bmanchester@mainelearns.org

Network Upgrades and Contact Information

Tue, 29 Aug 2006 11:16:51 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brNetwork upgrades and/or installations will occur in schools beginning in September, 2006. The upgrades/installations are dependent on information gathered through the MLTI Asset Manager in the School/ Wireless Readiness Checklist. As outlined in both Tech Update #21 and 22, schools must complete these online checklists before Apple can schedule a site visit to determine what work needs to be done to ensure proper network operation.

Additional Laptop Requests

Tue, 29 Aug 2006 09:04:15 EDT

Approved requests made by Friday, September 1, 2006 will be fulfilled from currently unallocated devices. Approved requests made after September 1, 2006 will be fulfilled when devices become available. Schools with overages will be asked to return additional devices to the Department of Buffer Pool as directed by the Department.brbrDear MLTI Schools,brbrA number of schools have made requests to the Department for additional student or staff devices due to increases in enrollment and/or unexpected hires. The Department will work to fulfill all requests, but in order to do so equitably all schools must help. Please adhere to the following protocols so that we can help ensure that all eligible students and staff are allocated an MLTI device.

Principal Leadership Training

Thu, 24 Aug 2006 11:03:23 EDT

Dear MLTI Principals,brbrWe hope your summer was restful and restorative. As you begin this brschool year, we want to invite you to the first of two MLTI brPrincipals(null)brPlease bring your new iBook, and learn about the new tools and brresources that will help you provide leadership in bringing your brschool into the 21st Century. The agenda will include four major brconcepts:brbr(null)brrollout arrives, you need to understand how much value your teachers brare squeezing out of the opportunity the MLTI brings to your school.br(null)brand what the new tools make possible.br(null)brwhat should you know to do this more effectively?br(null)brimpact on literacy if it is used effectively within a professional brlearning community model - you will learn how to make this happen.

Deployment Update and FAQs

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 14:23:33 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrBy the end of this week, we anticipate that all of the new MLTI laptop devices will be delivered to schools. That's nearly 38,000 laptops shipped from China (not Maine!) to Maine (including China). As we prepare for the new year, there will be many questions about the management and policies for the new deployment. We are working on a new MLTI Policy Manual now. In the meantime, we are also maintaining Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) pages on our web site. Please refer to these pages before calling or emailing the MLTI Project team.

New Image Passwords

Tue, 15 Aug 2006 10:52:17 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrBy now, many schools have received the shipment of the new MLTI devices. In order to maintain security for the new devices, new passwords for the devices are available by phone only. The Deployment Contact, as listed on your Device Order submitted in July, should call the Apple Project Office, (207) 688-4501 in order to obtain the brnew passwords.brbrAll shipments are expected to arrive at schools before September.brbrOther common questions and answers can be found at http://www.maine.gov/mlti/deployment.htmbrbrThanks,brJeffbr

Update records for Heather Peel, moving on......

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 16:32:08 EDT

Hello MLTI friends, teachers, tech staff, principals, etc.:brbrIt's been an absolute pleasure working with all of you over the past 4bryears, mainly through email, but several in person over the years. I feelbrlike many of you have become my extended family!brbrI am moving on to a new journey after today. You can reach me anytime atbrhpeel.com (but not with MLTI related questions!) I have always wanted tobrpursue web design, so I have started my own Web Multimedia business -brHPeel Multimedia. brbrI'll miss working with all of you, helping you out, finding you morebrlaptops, digging up forgotten passwords, listening to you vent :), and thebrlist is endless! When the laptops are delivered, you boot them all up,brCHANGE YOUR ADMIN PASSWORDS, and you are totally stressed, just turn andbrlook at a student's smiling face waiting patiently for their brand newbrlaptop, and it will all be worth it!brbrYou can now contact Claudette Coyne, claudette.coyne at maine.gov with anybrquestion you would typically send to me!brbrJeff's still around.....you can bug him too!brbrbrAll the best!brbrHeather Peelbrheather at hpeel.com

MLTI Technical/Logisitical Update

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 12:24:44 EDT

Dear MLTI Schools,brbrThe Project Team would like to thank all of the schools for submitting their paperwork on time under a tight deadline. Your quick responses made our work easier. After reviewing device orders and staff needs, the Department is happy to say that we will be able to provide MLTI laptop devices to all certified 7th/8th grade teachers identified by schools. This means that teachers submitted on the MLTI Staff Roster Spreadsheets who were identified as certified and had FTE with 7/8 graders less than 50% will receive an MLTI device. Final approved staff lists will be mailed to schools soon.

Reminder: need iBook delivery information today

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 09:46:35 EDT

Dear MLTI schools:brbrThis is a reminder, if your school has not already completed the answers to these questions for iBook delivery instructions, we need this data today. It includes important information for iBook delivery shipment addresses, whether you have a loading dock at your school, etc.

MLTI Schools, New iBook delivery information needed

Wed, 05 Jul 2006 17:07:45 EDT

Dear MLTI schools:brbrWe are expecting the new MLTI iBooks to begin arriving in late August. As you may know, we have a deadline of this Friday, July 7th for all schools to opt-in and provide their staff student numbers. If you have not submitted this information, please be sure to meet this deadline! If you are listed below, we have not received your paperwork.

Fri, 29 Jan 304 12:00:00 EST

Dear MLTI Schools

This message is being sent on behalf of Chris Toy and Jill Spencer, Co-
Directors of the Middle Level Education Institute. Please share this
information with those you feel may be interested. Any questions can
be directed to Jill Spencer or Chris Toy (contact info below).

The MLTI Team

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It's time to be thinking about this summer's Middle Level Education
Institute (MLEI), July 12-16 at Thomas College in Waterville--Maine's
premier professional development experience for middle level
educators. Barbara Greenstone and Phil Brookhouse, MLTI's Statewide
Integration Mentors, will be on hand once again to bring the latest
MLTI news and to share ideas and tips with participants. Look for the
MLEI brochures in the schools in the next week or two. Meanwhile
check out the MLEI webpage at http://mlei.pbwiki.com/. If you have
any questions, please don't hesitate to contact either of our co-
directors, Chris Toy and Jill Spencer.

Thank you!

Jill Spencer, Co-Director MLEI spencerj51 at yahoo.com
(207) 353-2746
Chris Toy, Co-Director MLEI christoy.net at gmail.com
(207) 653-3163