Instructional Information Services

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Login Here 

Enter login information here and click the Login button below.


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Login Information for STUDENTS! 

STUDENTS: Do not use the "Forgot Your Password" link above to try to reset your password. It will not work for student accounts.

For your username use your student ID number (it is either a 6 or 7 digit number).


Your password is your birthday (mmddyyyy) unless you have already changed it.

STUDENTS: IF YOU CAN NOT REMEMBER YOUR PASSWORD, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR TEACHER AND ASK THEM TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. Do not use the "Forgot Your Password" link above to try to reset your password. It will not work for student accounts.

Staff:  Your username is your 6 digital employee ID number.

If you have forgotten your password, please use the "Forgot your Password" link above.  Detailed directions are on the right side of this webpage.


Students:  Your username is your student ID number.

CVHS Students-If you need your password reset, please contact your Instructor or call 365-5485.
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Login Information and Technical Support for STAFF MEMBERS! 

            Click here for directions!

Your Username/Employee Number is a 6 digit number that starts with a "1"

Your password is your birthday (mmddyyyy) unless you have already changed it!

 

The "Forgot Your Password" link works for STAFF MEMBERS ONLY-NOT STUDENTS! 

 

If you use this service, you will have to put your official first name and middle initial down in the First Name field. 

An email will be sent to you in a few minutes with instructions on how to reset your password!  Only fill in Username Option or Email Option, NOT BOTH!

Example:

(Staff accounts automatically use CCS email) associated with the account.

  • Official First Name, space, middle initial  with the district: Jane A  (no period)
  • Official Last Name with the district:  Doe
  • Only fill in Username Option or Email Option, NOT BOTH! 

STAFF:  Still Need Help with your Blackboard account? 

Email blackboard@columbus.k12.oh.us via your CCS email account, no personal email accounts.

Or call 365-5271 OR 365-5100 during school hours for Blackboard support.   If you get Voice Mail, please leave a message and we will return your call ASAP.

If you have other Blackboard questions or concerns please contact Janet James at:  blackboard@columbus.k12.oh.us  or 365-5100.  If you are having trouble with a specific course, please provide the course ID # and any other specific details.  The more details you provide, the easier it is to assist you!

Vendors:  Please visit our CCS website:  http://www.columbus.k12.oh.us/website.nsf/(ccs_pages)/Vendors?opendocument. 
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Instructional Information Services 

Department of Instructional Information Services

The Department of Instructional Information Services (DIIS) has the overall responsibility for coordinating, implementing and integrating technology into the classroom. The organization is composed of Instructional Technology, Columbus Information Management System (CiMS) and Library Media Services.

Instructional Technology

Instructional technology specialists provide district-wide professional development for the technology literacy and technology curriculum integration. During the 2006-2007 school year, several initiatives are being provided: Adventures in Technology for elementary schools, EETT Elementary and Middle School Grant, Technology Standards Integration, Computer Awareness for Middle Schools, and Computer Community Outreach. In addition, other professional development workshops can be tailored to meet the needs of the school. For more information, contact one of the Instructional Technology Specialist.

  • Conducting professional development that meets Ohio and International Society of Technology Education (ISTE) Standards in technology training
  • Providing customized technology professional development to district educators
  • Developing and using Web resources
  • Creating online courses for faculty and students
Columbus Information Management System-CiMS

CiMS is the Columbus Information Management System. The CiMS links the teaching, assessment, analysis, re-teaching and professional development activities into one integrated process. CiMS is a web-based application that is accessible from any computer with internet access. CiMS is composed of five modules: 

  • Account – Tool for presenting, analyzing normative assessment data and demographic data, i.e., OGT, Achievement, Terra Nova, etc.
  • Align – Tool for aligning curriculum to standards and reviewing district assessment data. “One stop shopping!”
  • Assess – Tool for developing and administrating short-cycle assessments, i.e., Target Teach, Practice OAT and OGT etc.
  • PD Planner – Tracks professional development and certification activities for staff
  • Outreach – Tool to enhance communication with key stakeholders within the community and district

Library Media Services

Building-level library centers are serviced by library media staff who support the information access needs of students and teachers. Certificated library media specialists promote reading, provide skill instruction and assist in curriculum integration with help from classified library assistants in elementary schools.

District-level library media services include the following:
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Instructional Technology Specialists 

Instructional Technology Specialists

Director of Instructional Information Services:  Paul Lucas Ph.D.

IT Specialist

Email

Phone

Janet James

jjames1@columbus.k12.oh.us

5100

Lisa Milbry

lmilbry9404@columbus.k12.oh.us

6941

Julia Pierpont

jpierpon@columbus.k12.oh.us

5092

Linda S. Williams

linwilli@columbus.k12.oh.us

8027

Cindy Wright

lwright3768@columbus.k12.oh.us

5102

 
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Outside Agency Requesting Blackboard Services 

The following document is for outside agencies that are requesting CCS Blackboard services.  Please complete the form below and email it to blackboard@columbus.k12.oh.us

OutsideBBRequest.doc

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