Michelle Fikac

Elementary Academic Technology Coach, NISD Educator | Innovator | Life-Long Learner | Leader | Encourager | Texas Aggie '94 | Mom of Twins

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to introduce @CanvaEdu basics to the 2nd grade students @NISDBlattman. The energy and excitement in the room was contagious as students explored the platform and learned how it works. The future is bright (and very creative!) 💡@NISDAcadTech

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

We are closing out our Byte Sized Virtual Professional Learning series this week with To Gemini and Beyond!
🔗to register in bio!

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

Not sure where to start when creating a @magicschoolai prompt? Grab your “magic wand” wave it around your head to remember PERSONA, point to your TASK, and then spread out the CONTEXT! #mnemonics #ptc @NISDAcadTech

[MagicSchool AI 💜 🪄✨ @magicschoolai]

We just launched Studio Mode in Raina.

A new workspace where educators can edit AI-generated content, add images, rearrange sections, and refine outputs while continuing to chat with Raina.

Have you tried it yet? Tell us in the comments. 💬

Watch the walkthrough to learn more. Link in the comments.

#AIforEducation #MagicSchool

[Ann Kozma @annkozma723]

ALWAYS love seeing possibilities...

Thank you @AdobeExpress for EDU team for sharing these epic ideas for how you can Create A Gallery inside the K-12 EDU version of Express. LOVE LOVE LOVE. ♥️

#AdobeEduCreative

[NISD Teaching & Learning @NISDTeachLearn]

Spark new ideas & earn credit at PL Saturday! 🌟 Ready to level up? Register in Unified Talent today! 🚀 #WhatsHappeningAtNAC #LetsTeachAndLearnNISD #ThisIsNorthside #NISD

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

Whew—what a week! 💫 From presenting @AdobeExpress at #TCEA26 to sharing @MagicSchool AI tools at @NISD NELA, it was full of learning, connection, and meaningful work. Grateful for the impact we’re making and the teachers we get to support. @NISDAcadTech

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

Excited to earn our ⁦@magicschoolai⁩ #bestfriends pins ⁦@TCEA⁩! ⁦@TechCoachRobles⁩

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

Day 4 -Unwrap the Magic of https://t.co/gVqRPAN8f9! Gift your PLCs clarity & sparkle.🎄NISD Standards Unpacker tool breaks down standards, answers all 4 PLC Questions, gives a strategy, & exports toDocs. Select Enterprise to unwrap it! #12magicaldays [https://t.co/I5788Y0Cs8]

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

This is one of my favorite tools!

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

Day 3 - Unwrap the Magic of https://t.co/gVqRPAN8f9! 🎄✨Depth of Knowledge guides meaningful thinking, & the DOK Questions tool makes it effortless. Create rigorous prompts to move students beyond recall into understanding. #12magicaldays https://t.co/I5788Y0Cs8

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

Day 2 - Unwrap the Magic of https://t.co/gVqRPANG4H!🎁✨MagicSchool Enterprise delivers 80+ tools & Raina, now w/ added sparkle: safe curriculum embedding, custom tools, full tool history & early feature access. It’s teacher holiday magic. #12magicaldays https://t.co/I5788Y1ahG

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

Things are about to get magical!✨ The Academic Technology team has been working on something special & we’re just about ready to share it. Follow us across all platforms for 12 Days of Unwrapping the Magic w/ https://t.co/BMmezEvqBl — coming soon! 🎁#12daysofmagic #nisdinnovate

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

We still have a spot with your name on it! It's not to late to join in on the magic! #nisdcoach #nisdinnovate

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

⏰ Don’t miss our virtual PD! Byte Sized Learning: Level Up Your Learning w/ MagicSchool 🪄Two paths, two dates, one goal: making your teaching magical!
📅 Oct 21 PM | Oct 23 AM
🔗 Link to register in bio!
https://t.co/XvzfyZtrem

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

👋🦄Meet Raina - 🪄@MagicSchoolai 's chatbot! Pair w/the PREP strategy (AI Classroom by Fitzpatrick) to create powerful prompts & meaningful outputs!
✅ Provide context
✅ Role - take the perspective of
✅ Explicitly state needs
✅ Parameters for output
#putthemagicinmagicschool

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

✨ Let’s make magic! ✨
We’re excited to announce our district partnership w/ @MagicSchool AI, the AI platform designed for K–12.
🔗Check out our one-pager &
stay tuned for portal access + pro learning opportunities! 🚀
#PuttingTheMagicInMagicSchool #NISD
https://t.co/GI9eRaciPS

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

Over 15 years ago, he was a student teacher at the campus I served. He was eager to learn, grow, and make a difference. Today, I had the privilege of providing professional learning at his campus, where he now leads as an administrator. What a full-circle moment! ❤️
@NISDPassmore

[Elizabeth Robles @TechCoachRobles]

Today, @techcoachfikac and I showed @nisdkuentz and @nisdlosreyes teachers how to use @diffitapp to create TEKS-aligned, differentiated station activities that combine Science hotspots + ELA 📚 all assignable in Schoology!
Such great energy in the building! #nisdcoach

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

New from Birds of a Feather! 🦚Check out the latest updates: Adobe Express – Generate Images & Animate Your Voice, Seesaw Kinder Activities – Join & Separate to 10, NEW Byte-Sized Learning Opportunities, and March Social Studies Newsletter! #nisdinnovate https://t.co/fZmdRzHQ3j

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

It’s not too late for you to register! We are saving a seat just for you! 💡#nisdinnovate

[NISD Academic Tech @NISDAcadTech]

🌟 Don't miss our final Byte-Sized Virtual Learning opportunity! Join us for FigJam: Your New Favorite Teaching Tool 🔨 on March 4th from 3:30 - 4:30 PM.
Innovate, Inspire, Lead, and Teach!
👉 Register now: https://t.co/cKjmoAXsCD
@figma @figjam

[Michelle Fikac @TechCoachFikac]

Are you still unsure how to incorporate AI into your teaching practices? Let me introduce you to Raina, the amazing chatbot from @magicschoolai! With Raina, you'll discover innovative ways to enhance learning experiences in your classroom. #nisdinnovate 💡