File Management Strategies

File Management “Cloud First” Storage Strategies for LPS Staff LPS users are encouraged not to keep files on their laptop or desktop computer. There are many reasons for this. Some major considerations: After July 18th, 2021, LPS will no longer be backing up files from your laptop automatically. Computer hard drives are generally reliable, however, […]

Sora

Sora Students in grade K-12 can access and read thousands of high-interest and popular ebooks and audiobooks in Sora. Students and teachers log in with their LPS credentials. Professional books are also available in Sora for teachers. Parameters for use in LPS:  https://www.lps.org/apps/matrix/detail.cfm?app=2347 How to perform the most common actions in Sora Getting started with […]

Cloud Stream TV Player (IPTV)

Cloud Stream TV Player (IPTV) LPS provides internet access to a handful of cable TV channels for professional use by staff members. These channels can be viewed from a web browser while using a teacher laptop on the LPS network. To learn more about the IPTV channels in LPS, and how to use them from […]

SentinelOne

SentinelOne With the increase in the sophistication and frequency of Malware/Virus attacks, the District has chosen to provide a greater level of security by installing a product called SentinelOne on all MacOS and Windows devices in LPS. SentinelOne’s role is to identify digital attacks of all sorts, work to mitigate them, bring any intrusions to […]

Spreadsheets

Spreadsheets There are two tools available to LPS staff that perform spreadsheet functions. Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. Both are excellent options, and have their own strengths that may lead you to use one over the other depending upon your needs and situation. Both are supported by Computing Services. Google Sheets With Google Sheets, you […]

ReadWorks

Readworks ReadWorks is a non-profit group that provides texts at a variety of levels. It allows teachers to search for texts/articles by grade level, lexile (readability), genre, or content area. It provides many informational articles in a variety of topics interesting to students. The site also provides “paired texts” which are texts that are put […]

BL@TS

BL@TS BL@TS is the “Blueprint for Assessing Tech Skills,” an LPS created instrument to self-reflect on your digital literacy. In return for 10 minutes of your time, you will be provided direction for your future instructional technology development, as shown below. Your data will also (anonymously) assist your building leaders in directing future staff development […]

Google Photos

Google Photos Google Photos offers users free, unlimited storage for most photos and videos. It can be used with your LPS Google account (@class.lps.org) for storage and sharing of your work related multimedia content. Parameters for Use: https://www.lps.org/apps/matrix/detail.cfm?app=364 Support Resources About Google Photos Google Photos Help Center iPad App If you are using an LPS iPad […]

Gmail (Google Mail)

Gmail in LPS Gmail is the email service used by staff and students Lincoln Public Schools. It is a component of our Google Workspaces for Education domain. LOGIN: Gmail is found in the LPS Portal. HELP: If you are looking for assistance with Gmail, please start on this page. If you do not find the assistance […]

Google Sheets

Use Google Sheets to handle task lists, create project plans, analyze data with charts and filters, and much more. With Google Sheets, you can create and edit spreadsheets directly in your web browser—no special software is required. Multiple people can work simultaneously, you can see people’s changes as they make them, and every change is […]

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