Name: Intro to News-O-Matic
Start: 2026-07-29T10:00:00-0500
End: 2026-07-29T10:45:00-0500

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Intro to News-O-Matic

OPEN1.00 PD

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

AHS A128

Limited Capacity seats available

Looking for a way to bring current events into your classroom while building reading comprehension and media literacy skills? Join this introductory session on News-O-Matic, a K-8 grade student-friendly digital news platform that delivers engaging, age-appropriate articles on topics students care about. You'll explore classroom applications, differentiation features, and simple ways to use News-O-Matic to spark curiosity and meaningful discussions across content areas.

Speakers

Ellen Peeples

District Librarian, Admin

I serve as the District Librarian for Anna ISD, where I get to combine my passion for literacy and technology to help students discover a love of learning. When I'm not working with books and digital tools, you can usually find me reading, scrapbooking, or crocheting. I love finding... Read More →

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A128 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409

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Anna ISD Launch Week: Back to School 2026

Ellen Peeples

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