Welcome to PSJA Java Chat Episode 4! In this episode, we talk with Cesario Perez, our January District Tech Innovator and teacher at Carman Elementary. Mr. Perez actively seeks innovative tools to enhance his teaching, showcasing a commitment to technology integration. His recent use of Brisk AI aids in lesson planning by generating engaging activities and offering real-time feedback, making learning more interactive and engaging.

Welcome to PSJA Java Chat Episode 3! In this episode, we talk with Annahiz Cortez, our December District Tech Innovator and 4th grade teacher at Berta Palacios Elementary. Mrs. Cortez has been honored as December's Tech Integrator of the Month due to her creative mindset and open attitude, which allow her to deliver engaging and innovative lessons in her classroom. Her enthusiasm for technology motivates both her students and colleagues to embrace digital tools with confidence.

PSJA Java Chat Episode 2

In this episode of PSJA Java Chat, the host interviews Andrea Gonzalez, a fifth-grade RLA teacher at Cesar Chavez Elementary and the November District Tech Innovator. Andrea shares her 15-year journey in education, highlighting her passion for integrating technology in the classroom to engage students effectively. She discusses the importance of teaching typing skills and utilizing tools like Learning.com to prepare students for future challenges. Andrea emphasizes the need for intentional and functional tech integration in lesson plans, ensuring that technology is a purposeful aid rather than a distraction. She describes successful projects that encourage creativity, collaboration, and student choice in using various tech platforms, such as Google Slides and Canva. Andrea also addresses the classroom culture of support, where students help each other navigate technology, and the significance of balancing traditional teaching methods with new tech tools. Furthermore, she expresses excitement about the potential of AI in education, advocating for personalized learning pathways and the continuous evolution of technology in the classroom. The episode concludes with Andrea reflecting on her recognition as Innovator of the Month and encouraging teachers to embrace technology with support from their colleagues.

Welcome to PSJA Java Chat Episode 11! Today, we’re joined by Iris Castillo and Felis Ojeda, Our district Innovators of the months of March and April. They are teachers at Garza Pena and Palmer Elementaries respectively they are both passionate about integrating technology in the classroom and actively incorporates tech.

Welcome to PSJA Java Chat Episode 9! Today, we’re joined by Yessenia Hernandez, a Special Education (SPED) teacher at Farias Elementary. Yessenia is passionate about integrating technology in the classroom. She believes that using tools like Gimkit, Nearpod, Newsela, and others not only engages students but also equips them with essential tech skills. Let’s dive into this exciting conversation!

As a second grade teacher, I understand the importance of integrating technology into my daily lessons. The use of technology can help engage all types of learners, during daily activities. This is why I make sure to utilize different technology resources such as google slides, splashlearn.com, Kahoot, Blooket, I-Station, Epic books, and Imagine Math on a weekly basis. These resources help create a more engaging learning environment for my students.

In episode 6 Natividad Villarreal, October's tech innovator explains how she tackles student reading fluency with tech, making students self sufficient with decodable book recordings where students work independently and are self accountable.

In episode 5 of Java Chat. We talk with educator Valerie Hernandez, a STEM teacher at Vela Middle School. She explains how Project STEM-Amazon Future Engineers and gamification add some extra sparkle to her daily lessons. Plus, hear how Valerie plans to use her new Oculus gadget in the classroom.