Pick-Up and Drop-Off Folders Are Here!

At the beginning of the school year, I gave a staff presentation that described technology changes in our district, e.g., new computers, flash drives, AB Tutor Control, pick-up/drop-off folders… many of you have been asking about that last one. The tech support staff found several problems when trying to create folders with multiple levels of permissions for a variety of users. Because teachers continued to stress the importance of this capability, the tech’s continued to research solutions. This was a great example of the tech support staff and teachers working together to make technology work effectively and efficiently in the classroom. I am happy to report that it has passed the testing phase and the folders will be ready to use beginning in January. What’s so special about these folders? Each teacher will have their own folder (separate from their secure X:drive folder). Within the teacher’s folder is a Pick-Up and Drop-Off folder…

Pick-Up Folder (students use folder to “pick-up” assignments)

• Teacher can save copies of files (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, pictures, video, etc.)
• Teacher can organize files into unit, chapter, or topic folders
• Students can view files and save changes to their X:drive folder
• Students cannot delete or rename files
• Students cannot add files or folders

Drop-Off Folder (students use folder to “drop-off” assignments)

• Teachers can create unit, chapter, or topic folders for students to submit their assignments
• Teachers can view, copy, or delete any files
• Students can paste assignments from their X:drive, flash drive, or desktop
• Students can open folders
• Students can “see” if the assignment has been pasted
• Students cannot view files
• Students cannot delete or rename files
• Students cannot copy files

A help session will be presented in early January to demonstrate tips and suggestions for using the pick-up/drop-off folders. Thank you for input.