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iOS 7 Update

There is a very important update for iOS devices. The update (iOS 7.0.6) updates a SSL script that is very important to keeping your device safe. However, after updating, some may notice their Google Calendar not syncing all events. We believe that we have a fix....

iLearn Maintenance

We are currently working on some maintenance issues with iLearn. iLearn is currently unavailable. We anticipate it being available by Monday, February 24th. Thanks.

Technology Tidbits

Technology Tidbits - The Tech News Roundup Note:  To get all the technology updates please subscribe to the technology blog:  https://iblog.dearbornschools.org/technology/ See how many hits your iblog website is getting right on the dashboard! Introducing the new...

New Password Criteria

We will be slowly rolling out a new set of password criteria. We will begin with ninth grade students and then expand to all students and employees. The new password requirements will be as follows: Passwords must be different than your last 3 passwords. Passwords...

Email Group issue

We have discovered an issue with email sent to groups that began yesterday. The issue is related to users who's last name begins with the letters A-D. These users may not have received email that was sent to a group of which they are a member. For example, email...

Free Webinars

In the spirit of Digital Learning Day, #TeamJXN will be offering several FREE online, after school, webinars. Each On Air PD will feature local educators sharing how they use technology in their own classrooms. Teachers who view the On Air PD live will have the...

Blended Learning Questions

A bit ago, I sent out an email to an opportunity to take part in a Blended Learning Course that is being offered around the state. Several teachers have taken advantage of this wonderful opportunity. Which resources are provided by or supported by your district and/or...

iBlog Inspiration – January 2014

With the new year already underway it might be a good time to take a look at your classroom website and make a resolution to provide a better resource for parents and students.  There is no shame in "copying" ideas, links, and pages from peers.   We can all draw from...

Michigan Moodle Moot – Training for iLearn

Teachers interested in Blended Learning should try to attend the Michigan Moodle Moot.  You will be able to network and learn about the powerful features of Moodle (iLearn). Please join Moodle enthusiasts from across Michigan for MI Moodle Moot 2014.  Moot 2014...