Morning chat with your favorite PSJA ISD Instructional Technology Integration Specialists: Valentin Guerra, Debra Pingel & Marco Torres. We discuss Ed tech tools and trends with invited guests and of course our morning coffee.
Welcome to PSJA Java Chat Episode 4! In this episode, we talk with Cesario Perez, our January District Tech Innovator and teacher at Carman Elementary. Mr. Perez actively seeks innovative tools to enhance his teaching, showcasing a commitment to technology integration. His recent use of Brisk AI aids in lesson planning by generating engaging activities and offering real-time feedback, making learning more interactive and engaging.
15 Apr 2025
S3 E3 PSJA Java Chat: Annahiz Cortez
Welcome to PSJA Java Chat Episode 3! In this episode, we talk with Annahiz Cortez, our December District Tech Innovator and 4th grade teacher at Berta Palacios Elementary. Mrs. Cortez has been honored as December's Tech Integrator of the Month due to her creative mindset and open attitude, which allow her to deliver engaging and innovative lessons in her classroom. Her enthusiasm for technology motivates both her students and colleagues to embrace digital tools with confidence.
19 Feb 2025
S3 E2 PSJA Java Chat: Andrea Gonzalez
PSJA Java Chat Episode 2
In this episode of PSJA Java Chat, the host interviews Andrea Gonzalez, a fifth-grade RLA teacher at Cesar Chavez Elementary and the November District Tech Innovator. Andrea shares her 15-year journey in education, highlighting her passion for integrating technology in the classroom to engage students effectively. She discusses the importance of teaching typing skills and utilizing tools like Learning.com to prepare students for future challenges. Andrea emphasizes the need for intentional and functional tech integration in lesson plans, ensuring that technology is a purposeful aid rather than a distraction. She describes successful projects that encourage creativity, collaboration, and student choice in using various tech platforms, such as Google Slides and Canva. Andrea also addresses the classroom culture of support, where students help each other navigate technology, and the significance of balancing traditional teaching methods with new tech tools. Furthermore, she expresses excitement about the potential of AI in education, advocating for personalized learning pathways and the continuous evolution of technology in the classroom. The episode concludes with Andrea reflecting on her recognition as Innovator of the Month and encouraging teachers to embrace technology with support from their colleagues.
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