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Google News- January 2026
Generate Slide Presentations in the Gemini App

Google recently introduced the ability to create slide presentations in Gemini through the Canvas tool. Provide an idea with a text prompt or upload a source, and Gemini will generate a set of slides — complete with a theme and relevant images. Then, export the presentation from the Gemini app directly to Google Slides to continue to refine or collaborate with others.Open the Gemini app, select “Canvas” in the toolbar, and ask Gemini to “create a presentation.” You can specify a topic or upload your own source with the prompt.Bonus- you can use Gemini to translate the same slides into different languages! For more information, read more on the Google Workspace  Updates Blog. Google Workspace Updates: Generate presentations in the Gemini app

We're excited to announce the school board has funded new Google Workspace for Education Plus features, designed to transform your teaching! This upgrade brings enhanced Google Meet and screencasting options, more AI assistance, personalized learning tools, and much more. This investment addresses security concerns and will greatly benefit both employees and students. Look out for resources and upcoming training soon!

Google Education Plus Updates by kelli.cannon

School’s out, and it’s time to relax! We’re wishing all our amazing educators a joyful, restful summer. While you recharge, check out what the Big 6 are up to on vacation:

  • Canvas is building castles and memories in the sandbox.
  • Nearpod is roasting marshmallows at Camp Engage.
  • Adobe is creating masterpieces in the art studio.
  • Google is on a cross-country roadtrip with Google Maps.
  • Canva is dazzling everyone at a magic show.
  • SchoolAI is diving into fun in a ball pit with Dot.

Enjoy your well-deserved break—we can’t wait to see you in the new school year!