Amy Vester

Technnology PM with Omaha Public Schools, former technology trainer, math teacher. Also, wife, mom, daughter, sister, and disc golf player.

[Amy Vester @OPS_Vester]

Favorite Quote:
"Our character is what we do when we think no one is looking."
By: H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

[OPStechtrainers @OPStechtrainers]

Tomorrow, 10/14 from 3:30 to 4:00PM, our Secondary Tech Trainer will be doing an optional online training over creating pages and assignments in Canvas. #OPSProud #OTLProud

[Microsoft 365 Status @MSFT365Status]

We are currently rolling out a mitigation worldwide. Customers should begin seeing recovery at this time, and we anticipate full remediation within 60 minutes. Additional information can be found at https://t.co/AEUj8uAGXl or under MO244568 if available.

[Microsoft 365 Status @MSFT365Status]

We've identified the underlying cause of the problem and are taking steps to mitigate impact. We'll provide an updated ETA on resolution as soon as one is available. Additional information can be found at https://t.co/AEUj8uAGXl or under MO244568 if available.

[Microsoft 365 Status @MSFT365Status]

We've confirmed that this issue could be affecting users worldwide. Additional information can be found at https://t.co/AEUj8uAGXl, or if available, under MO244568 in the admin center.

[Mike Tholfsen @mtholfsen]

NEW! A quick tip video 📽 on how to join a #MicrosoftTeams meeting using the new Meetings updates.

📽 Change video cameras
🖼 Backgrounds
🎙 Change audio
📞 Have Teams call you

YouTube 📺 https://t.co/NMYHHCEtNM

#edtech #MIEExpert

[Mike Tholfsen @mtholfsen]

NEW! The ability to create a new #OneNote Class Notebook page directly through the New File experience in #MicrosoftTeams Assignments has rolled out 🌎

Give it a spin this week 💜

👉 https://t.co/MvMe5bK9Gd

#edtech #MIEExpert

[Mike Tholfsen @mtholfsen]

NEW! A quick tip 📽 on using the new "Assignments Settings" in #MicrosoftTeams, rolled out today!

⏰ Default time
🔙 Backfill assignments for new students
🔔 Set default channel to notify
🦄 Turn in celebrations (on/off)

YouTube 📺 https://t.co/lwoprMjm8h

#edtech #MIEExpert

[Eileen Heller @eileenheller]

We have learned so much @OmahaPubSchool during our 1st week of Remote Learning. Families- here are tips and support ideas for the most common technology issues we have seen. #otlproud @OPStechtrainers @LoftyLibrarian @Michelle_OPS https://t.co/ouOgV2rmNy

[Eileen Heller @eileenheller]

Our @OmahaPubSchool staff have been working on technology issues as we finished our first week of Remote Learning. This resource includes all of the tips we shared w/families plus ones specific to classroom teachers. @OPStechtrainers #otlproud https://t.co/UexsHTqEJH

[Amy Vester @OPS_Vester]

@Bender12S Wow! Impressive!

[NowThis Impact @nowthisimpact]

‘Stop making stuff up’ — Watch these doctors debunk common myths about wearing a mask

[Microsoft Teams @MicrosoftTeams]

Virtual meeting fatigue is a real thing.

That's why we're using data to inform new #MicrosoftTeams features like Together mode that make remote meetings less tiring and more engaging.

Learn more in this article from @carminegallo and @forbes: https://t.co/qHMtLmt9Qo

[Microsoft Stream @MicrosoftStream]

Use the new screen recording tool in #MicrosoftStream to create videos for sharing knowledge, remote learning, leadership updates and other communications across your organization. https://t.co/PFKrouu54s

[Mike Tholfsen @mtholfsen]

BIG NEWS! Student's can't join #MicrosoftTeams meetings unattended is now available!

This is a new IT Admin policy 🛠
🛑 Students can't join meetings without educator
🔇 No student chat in meetings without educator

👉 https://t.co/q3f51yRcLB

#edtech #MIEExpert #MicrosoftEDU

[Mike Tholfsen @mtholfsen]

NEW! 20 Updates for #MicrosoftTeams for Education 😱

A slew of updates too big for one tweet. List includes:

📽 7x7 video
🔐 Breakout rooms
📊 Class Insights updates
🛑 Students wait in meeting lobby
➕ Lots more

👉 https://t.co/AiOj6VI7GE

#edtech #MIEExpert #MicrosoftEDU

[Eileen Heller @eileenheller]

What a Gr8 resource for our @OmahaPubSchool Ss & families! @cis_ops @Michelle_OPS @LoftyLibrarian #otlproud

[Microsoft Stream @MicrosoftStream]

Create videos in #MicrosoftStream for sharing knowledge, remote learning, leadership updates and other communications across your organization! https://t.co/S9XA9EdlOD

[Mr. Karmazin @ekarmaa688]

The math tools in @MicrosoftTeams @msonenote are great for Ts and Ss! Rewrite the equation, graph, solve showing steps, ink to shape, generate a practice quiz, use a ruler and replay. Thanks @OPStechtrainers for the training! #BMSBearPRIDE #OPSmiddlED