The purpose of the Classroom Solutionz grant is to support teachers' efforts to improve student achievement through innovative technology integration with over
$40,000 in product and professional development available. These grants will provide several K-12 teachers with their dream technology classroom solution!
We request innovative ideas that:
Demonstrate methods of immersing technology in the classroom.
Include AZ State Academic Standards and/or Common Core Standards for subject-specific content area(s) and NETS Standards for technology.
Demonstrate sustainability over multiple school years.
Demonstrate active engagement of students in the learning process.
Demonstrate how technology will enhance the curriculum.
We give priority to innovative ideas that:
Reflect a comprehensive approach to technology integration.
Demonstrate the potential to serve as a model for other K-12 classrooms.
Impact the entire school, parents, and school community.
Deadline
Applications must be received by April 17, 2012 at 4:00 PM. No late applications will be accepted.
Application may be mailed, faxed, or emailed to CCS - Classroom Solutionz Grant
Mail: CCS - Classroom Solutionz Grant C/O: Julie Solomon, 17350 North Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
Fax: 480.513.2349 attention: Julie Solomon
Email: jsolomon@ccsprojects.com
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Hold a valid Arizona K-12 Teaching Certificate.
Currently teaching in grades K-12 with a permanent classroom assignment.
Currently teach in a public, non-profit charter, or non-profit private school.
Click here to download the CCS Classroom Solutionz Grant Application
Group Collaboration
Make almost any tabletop interactive with the BrightLink 475Wi-T. This high-performance projector + pen combination integrates - interactive functionality
in one machine - creating an interactive workspace up to 60" - without the constraints or expense of an interactive whiteboard. Ideal for collaborative
working environments or interactive lessons.
Epson Brightlink Interactive Projector with table mount
Professional Development
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Assessment Platform
Keep students engaged and involved in class. Facilitate greater student-teacher interaction in a fun, dynamic learning environment that encourages class discussion and participation. Powerful online assessment platform allows for easy creation and monitoring of formative and summative assessments.
eInstruction Pulse 32-pad Classroom Response System
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Click here for more information on the Learning Station Insight Online Assessment Platform
Formative Instruction System
A complete system that marries interactive instruction, formative instruction and integrated content. Insight 360 includes mobile hardware and intuitive software allowing educators to move around the classroom and interact with students during lessons and efficiently prepare and review student performance outside of class across a lesson or an entire year.
Mobiview 360 Mobile Interactive Whiteboard
Pulse 360-32-pad Classroom Response System
Insight 360 software
Professional Development
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STEM Curriculum
With Adaptive Curriculum, students acquire core mastery of science, technology, engineering and math through active participation in an immersive, differentiated and exciting virtual learning environment! eInstruction MobiView mobile interactive whiteboard allows instructors to control lessons from anywhere in the classroom.
Adaptive Curriculum Middle School & High School Math and Science Solution
eInstruction MobiView slate
Professional Development
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Interactivity with the iPad
Compatible with Apple's iPad tablet and NEC projectors with networking capabilities, NEC's Interactive Software enables lesson creation and collaboration
in new ways, giving students the opportunity to work directly on iPads and fostering a stronger bond to their daily learning experiences. Users have the
ability to control their computers, draw and annotate over computer files, and create lesson plans for playback during class.
NEC NP-U300X Ultra Short Throw Projector with mount
Interactive Software
Apple iPad
Professional Installation
Professional Development
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Distance Learning
Take your students on adventures around the world without leaving the classroom. (No buses, lunches or chaperones needed!). Bring in more guest speakers and industry experts without the cost of time and travel! Expose your students to high quality content and real-world experts and applications with video conferencing.
Combining the simplicity of a whiteboard with the power of a computer, the SMART Board interactive whiteboard connects to your projector to display your computer’s desktop. You can then control applications on the screen, write notes in digital ink and save your work to share later. SMART Notebook collaborative learning software helps you create, deliver and manage high-impact interactive lessons.
SMART Board 680
Professional Installation
Professional Development
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Visualization Wireless Document Camera
Free yourself from wires with the Aver w30-the world's first wireless doc cam with seamless 30 frames video! Bring your lessons to new dimensions and
put the excitement of learning into the hands of your students. With a rechargeable battery lasting up to 8 hours, imagine the possibilities of presenting
lessons and student work from anywhere in the room, up to 45 feet away.
AVer W30 Wireless FlexArm Document Camera
Professional Development
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Connectivity and Control
Cables To Go's "Classroom in a Box" is a complete classroom connectivity and control solution that contains innovative TruLink® products designed
specifically for the K-12 environment. The A/V Controller provides easy control of A/V products such as projectors, document cameras and DVD players.
The USB 2.0 Superbooster allows devices to extend over longer distances providing the flexibility to move anywhere in the classroom and still be in control.
Maximum sound amplification is achieved through the Classroom Audio Amplifier and works in conjunction with 40 watt 3-way speakers to provide clear, crisp
signal so students remain attentive and better informed during class.
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CCS Professional Development
SMART ™ Summer Academy 3-day Hands on Experience Join us for an opportunity to collaborate with other SMART Board™ users. This three day
academy, facilitated by a SMART certified trainer, will provide an opportunity to explore SMART Notebook software and integration strategies, share best
practices, and develop standards-based interactive lessons. The following will be provided with this session: lunch, a free gift that can be used with your
SMART Board and training materials. (18 hrs. professional development credit).
Two full registrations for the 2012 SMART Summer Academy (a $990 value) - June 18, 19, 20, 2012 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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