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Dear WSD Colleagues,

Welcome back from spring break! I hope you had a chance to relax and recharge. As we dive into this next stretch of the school year, I’ve got a quick tech tip that’s perfect for making lessons more interactive and collaborative—Canva Whiteboards!

Tech Tip Tuesday: Canva Whiteboards

What is a Canva Whiteboard? 

Canva Whiteboards are infinite digital canvases where you and your students can:

  • Organize ideas visually

  • Use sticky notes, shapes, and images

  • Collaborate in real time

  • Create timelines, mind maps, group projects, and more!

They’re perfect for in-person, online, or blended learning—and yes, they’re totally free with Canva for Education.

Ideas for the Classroom

  • Start the day with a warm-up or bell ringer

  • Use templates for KWL charts, Venn diagrams, or timelines

  • Brainstorm with the whole class or in small groups

  • Exit tickets made fun and visual!

KWL Chart

Canva Whiteboard Tips

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Want to See It in Action?

I’ve created quick videos to help you get started:

Canva Whiteboards in your Classroom (Tools and Templates)

Canva Whiteboards Quickstart Guide for your Classroom

Teacher Spotlight

Patricia Neilson | Ed Tech | 3rd Grade Teacher at Orchard Springs

Patricia Neilson is a dedicated educator with 11 years of experience, currently serving as a third-grade teacher and EdTech coach. She’s passionate about using technology and graphic design to make learning more engaging. Patricia was chosen as one of just 15 teachers across the country to join a special Google AI program. She’ll present her work at Google’s New York office this January, and her research will be published by Google. She was also honored as a nominee for the UCET Innovative Teacher of the Year. Way to go, Patricia!

Patricia Neilson

Patricia Neilson

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Wrapping Up

Canva Whiteboards are a simple way to bring creativity, collaboration, and clarity into your classroom. Whether you're brainstorming with students, organizing a lesson, or trying out new ways to engage your learners, whiteboards offer a flexible space to make learning more visual and interactive.

If you're curious, take five minutes to explore! Start with a template, drop in a few sticky notes, and see where it takes you. And don’t forget—if you need support or want to brainstorm ideas, we are just an email away!

All the best,

WSD Digital Teaching & Learning Specialists

Monica Widdison, mowiddison@wsd.net DT&L Specialist for Elementary Schools 

Alan Rhees, arhees@wsd.net DT&L Specialist for Elementary Schools 

Jaymee Barrowes, jabarrowes@wsd.net DT&L Specialist for Secondary Schools 

Blake Pope, blpope@wsd.net DT&L Specialist for Secondary Schools 

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