About the "Best of Blue & Gold" Program

Welcome to the Best of Blue & Gold! Each week CFCS staff members will receive a Tech Tuesday email. Complete the weekly Tech Tuesday to earn an entry into the weekly drawings and to earn individual awards. Weekly drawings will take place on Tuesday mornings. Winners will be announced in the Tech Tuesday email.

The Best of Blue & Gold kicks off in November and runs through the end of April.

Week 21: Tuesday, April 22nd

Surprise! This week’s Tech Tuesday has been lovingly hijacked by none other than… your Superintendent. That’s right—I’ve staged a friendly (and fully authorized) takeover of the tech department’s inbox to bring you a very important message.

As I start planning another unforgettable CFCS Convocation in August, I want to make sure we’re rolling out the red carpet for the stars of the show—YOU! We’ll be celebrating years of service, district awards, and all the incredible ways you’ve brought our priorities to life this year.

But I can’t do it without your help. I need one quick favor:
🎯 Please fill out this short Google Form:
24-25 Staff Info and Recognition Nomination Form

This form collects a few important details about YOU (because you're kind of a big deal) and gives you the chance to shout out a colleague-or four—for some special recognition tied to our district priorities. It’s quick, easy, and guaranteed to make someone’s day.

Let’s wrap up this season of Tech Tuesday with style! Thank you for everything you do each day—your dedication, creativity, and care make CFCS truly exceptional.

Submit the form by the end of the day on Monday, April 28th, for a chance to win the FINAL Copley Cup!

The Google Form does not officially close until May 22 for nominations.

Best of Blue & Gold Awards

Contact Hour Opportunities

Submit a Lesson Plan - 1 Contact Hour Per Lesson Plan

Take what you've learned from a Tech Tuesday and turn it into a classroom lesson. Earn one contact hour per lesson plan submitted. Teachers can submit one lesson plan for each instructional Tech Tuesday. For more information, check out the BBG Contact Hour Submission Form.

Lumio Academy Courses - Up to 5 Contact Hours

Increase your Lumio knowledge through the Lumio Academy. Complete the Getting Started with Lumio course to earn one contact hour. Advance your Lumio skills by completing the Level 1 Lumio educator course. You will receive a certificate after each of the four lessons in the course.

Google's Generative AI for Educators Course - 2 Contact Hours

In this course, you’ll explore how to use generative AI tools to assist your teaching practice by saving time on everyday tasks, personalizing instruction to meet student needs, and enhancing lessons and activities in creative ways. Google's Generative AI for Educators Course

Become a Google Certified Educator - 15 Contact Hours

Complete the Google Fundamentals training and pass the Level 1 exam or complete the Advanced Google training and pass the Level 2 exam to earn 15 contact hours.