Apps and Subscriptions Update

We have access to an incredible list of apps and subscriptions that enhance and supplement teaching and learning in Barrington 220.

In an effort to both inform and organize our current holdings, we need your help!

Please let us know if you, your grade level team, your department, or your school has access to apps or subscriptions in addition to these lists.

Barrington 220 iPad Apps (bit.ly/220apps)
Barrington 220 Subscriptions (bit.ly/220subscriptions)

If you find an app or subscription not present in our records, please let us know by completing this Google Form: Missing Software and Apps (bit.ly/220missingapps)

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