Electronic signatures can streamline processes and reduce the use of paper for districts in this time of increasing digital presence for students, teachers and parents alike.
The Western New York Regional Information Center (WNYRIC) recently awarded request for proposals (RFPs) to three e-signature products. Contracts have yet to be finalized at this time. Districts can access information on the products in the CSLO Portal.
The three options for e-signature products include:
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For some students the start of school wasn’t just the start of a new school year; it was also the start of a whole new life in the United States, following refugee camps and the aftermath of wars and natural disasters. In a special collaboration, over a dozen of the students serviced by RBERN West at Erie 1 BOCES were able to share their stories on a national stage.
Green Card Youth Voices: Immigration Stories from Upstate New York High Schools is a collection of 29...
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With more than 25 years of experience as a librarian and educator, Alicia J. Thompson was appointed to serve on the Regents Advisory Council on Libraries for her dedication to bringing together librarians, students and other vested stakeholders in promoting collaboration, access, opportunities and resources for all students’ educational and lifelong learning needs.
Supervisor for Library Automation Service for the Western New York Regional Information Center (WNYRIC)...
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The Western New York Regional Information Center (WNYRIC) is preparing components for mandated changes to voice over internet phone (VoIP) systems. The Federal Communications Commission recently implemented or will be implementing three regulations that affect users of VoIP phone systems.
Beginning April 24, 2021, all customers in New York 516, 607, 716, 845 and 914 area codes will be required to transition to 10-digit dialing (ex. 716-821-7000).
“The FCC ordered...
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Last fall, the Western New York Regional Information Center (WNYRIC) was one of 14 organizations identified as a Level 1 Center for the Teaching Remote Hybrid Learning (TRLE) grant through the New York State Department of Education (NYSED).
To address the current COVID-19 impact on learning in New York State, the initial goal of the TRLE program is to rapidly infuse professional learning resources to the field. The grant seeks to support teachers and administrators across...
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