Please be advised that the district is no longer purchasing the Interwrite Schoolboard or SchoolPad

Download the most current version of Interwrite software
Click here to download the most current version or click on your Check for Updates located on your Interwrite icon. (Please make sure that you computer is plugged directly into a network jack when downloading updates)

Bluetooth Problems- Computers that are running service pack 2, will need to have the TDK Bluetooth drivers removed from the laptop. When Microsoft released SP2, they also released their own version of Bluetooth. Once you have removed the TDK Bluetooth drivers, go to the GTCO Calcomp website and download the latest version of their software. They have designed this software to work with the Microsoft Bluetooth.

If you contiue experiencing problems, please contact 1-800-856-0732- ext. 3360 and report your problems directly to tech support.

Download the most current version of JAVA
In order to tuse the timer found in the Utilitiies folder, you must have JAVA loaded on your computer. Click here to download the JAVA.

For additional USD 259 Interactive Whiteboard Information, email Brad Niessen or Marcia Jeans.

What’s a Schoolboard? At the simplest level, the InterWrite SchoolBoard can be used as a projection screen or with dry erase markers; however when using it with the included software package, computer and LCD projector, it can be a wonderful interactive tool to enhance student learning.

What’s a SchoolPad? The Interwrite SchoolPad is a wireless interactive tablet for the PC or Mac. This device can be used to control or annotate projected software applications. The SchoolPad weighs 1 pound, is virtually unbreakable, and has programmable Softkeys. It is a powerful tool for educators and students.

The InterWrite SchoolBoard and SchoolPad allow you to display dynamic lessons and presentations that will enhance students focus, attention, retention, and participation. Both devices add dimension to classroom learning.

Benefits of the SchoolBoard

• Hardwearing surface can be used with dry-erase makers
• Software can capture dry-erase marker notes to be saved, printed, or e-mailed
• Robust software allows students and teachers to annotate, edit, highlight and even interact with computer applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Increased audience participation and attention
• Optional Bluetooth connectivity reduces extra cords
• Can be used with up to 7 wireless SchoolPads
• Can capture dry-erase marker notes for future use
• Bluetooth wireless connectivity

Benefits of the SchoolPad

• The SchoolPad works with any LCD projector , a normal projection screen (or wall)
• No more turning your back to students. The teacher can be in the best position to communicate with students while still maintaining control over the lesson, presentation and classroom
• Students and teachers can interact with the applications or images from any location in the classroom
• Robust software allows students and teachers to annotate, edit, highlight and even interact with computer applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Increased audience participation and attention
• Bluetooth wireless connectivity
• Up to 7 wireless pads can be passed around the classroom for classroom activities

Ways to Use the Devices in Your Classroom

• Save lessons to present to students who were absent
• Create video files to teach a software application, a lesson, or as a review to be posted to the server or web. Example- How to create a graph in Excel or hoe to burn a projects to cds
• Use the built in maps to teach continents, oceans, countries, or states and capitals.
• Present presentations created by student or teacher
• Have students create e-folios including samples of their work and narration
• Digital storytelling
• Teach whole group computer or keyboarding skills
• Brainstorming
• Take notes directly into PowerPoint presentations
• Reinforce skills by using on-line interactive web sites
• Creating a project calendar
• Teach editing skills using editing marks
• Use in the 6 trait writing process
• Use highlighter tool to highlight nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc.
• Use it with Kidspiration or Inspiration
• Teaching students how to navigate the Internet
• Illustrate and write a book as a class. Use the record feature to narrate the text.
• Use the Interwrite software to create lessons in advance at home or at school. Then save them for future use or to be shared with other teachers
• Diagramming activities
• Teaching steps to a math problem.
• have students share projects during Parent/Teacher/Student conferences
• Graphics and charts with ESL learners and special ed students.
• Teaching vocabulary
• Electronic Word Wall
• End each day by having students write one thing that they learned
  

Activities and Recources

• Download Interwrite Activities
• 2005 Summer Interwrite Academy Lessons
• Interwrite's Educator's Reource Center

Interactive Web Sites

Support Document

•  Quick Start Guide for version 5.13
  
• Cheney Public Schools Quick Start Web Site

For additional USD 259 Interactive Whiteboard Information, email Brad Niessen.