Tech MVP
Staff and administration in Barbers Hill ISD schools may nominate a staff member that they feel merit recognition based on the integration and use of technology in the classroom. Nominations may be submitted monthly by completing the online TECH MVP Nomination Form. Winners will be announced in the weekly Eagle Bits and Bytes (excluding the months of August and December).
Tiffany Woodward
5th Grade, ELA & SS
Intermediate School North
February 2025
Tiffany is in her 19th year at BHISD and her 27th year in education. She has taught 4th and 6th grade but has a special passion for 5th grade, where she loves helping students grow and develop a love for learning.
She earned her Bachelor's degree in Education with a specialization in Reading and Art from the University of Houston–Clear Lake. In 2015, she achieved National Board Certification in English Language Arts – Early Adolescence and is currently working on her Maintenance of Certification.
Outside the classroom, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her family, including her four Barbers Hill graduate children and their beloved dog, Scout. She loves reading, creating digital resources, and finding new ways to integrate technology into learning.
What do you love most about technology in the classroom? What do you love most about teaching?
What I love most about using technology in the classroom is how it makes learning more engaging, interactive, and accessible for students. It opens up endless possibilities for creativity, collaboration, and personalized learning. It aslo provides instant feedback and support, making learning more efficient. Technology allows me to meet students where they are, adapt to different learning styles, and bring lessons to life in ways that traditional methods simply can’t. It’s a game-changer for fostering curiosity, independence, and deeper learning!
What I love most about teaching is watching students grow, discover their potential, and build confidence in their abilities. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a student have that "aha!" moment when a concept clicks or when they take ownership of their learning. I love creating an engaging, supportive environment where students feel empowered to ask questions, think critically, and express themselves creatively.
What is your favorite tech tool and/or device?
because it allows students to creatively showcase their understanding of literature by making book trailers for the novels they read.
How has technology impacted you and your students?
Technology has transformed my classroom by enhancing engagement, organization, and skill development. Our classroom website keeps students and parents connected with resources and assignments, while a podcasting grant has fostered research, writing, listening, and speaking skills through real-world storytelling. AI tools like chatbots and Brisk provide instant feedback, personalized support, and streamline assessments, allowing students to refine their work efficiently. Overall, technology has empowered students to take ownership of their learning, making lessons more interactive, creative, and impactful.
"Mrs. Woodward has natural tech talent. From Club Day research, to starting her students’ podcast network, to creating a beautiful website, Mrs. Woodward truly is gifted and has an eye for everything technology." - Diana Miles
"Tiffany consistently utilizes various technologies in her classroom, including Character Chat, Class Dojo, Prodigy, slides, and Podcasts. Currently, she is guiding her students in the creation of their own podcasts. Additionally, she has developed a new Google Site to serve as a centralized webpage for parents, allowing them to access all relevant resources with a single click. " - Beth Russell
"Tiffany is doing a podcast with her students. She does chat bot slides and her students love it!" - Cyndi Denson
"Our ISN Tech MVP, Tiffany, is taking student creativity to the next level with amazing student-created podcasts! She’s always up for trying something new and running with it, making learning engaging and exciting for everyone around her. A true tech treasure, she brings innovation, enthusiasm, and endless inspiration to her campus and classroom every single day!" - Elaina Kloecker
Candace McKee
RTI
Intermediate School South
February 2025
Candice McKee is passionate about helping and supporting others, always looking for ways to make life easier for those around her. With 17 years in education, including the past 10 at BHISD, she is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students and colleagues alike.
Outside of work, Candice is a proud wife to her high school sweetheart and a devoted mom to three amazing kids. Her family is deeply rooted in the Barbers Hill community, with all of her children attending BH schools. This year is especially exciting as her oldest, Gavin, prepares to graduate. In the McKee household, they proudly "bleed blue!"
What do you love most about technology in the classroom? What do you love most about teaching?
When I teach, I truly enjoy getting to watch the students flourish. Their little faces light up when they master a concept or make a connection. The relationships built through teaching let me make a positive impact on the future. Part of this love for teaching was grown by utilizing technology at school. I love that technology is a tool that allows students to thrive! Tools like "Speech to text" allow students who cannot otherwise share their thoughts, actually share. Technology is the gateway to knowledge, so I explore tech tools, apps, and games that allow access to learning. Embracing the technology available now helps to prepare our students for the future & future jobs that don't even exist yet!
What is your favorite tech tool and/or device?
At school, my favorite tech tool is the panel! I love the interactive touch piece and how the use of student Chromebooks can interact with the panel!
How has technology impacted you and your students?
Technology impacts the lives of students and teachers alike in a BIG way everyday! The use of tech tools make life easier. At a fingertips reach, my students access unknown facts, play games to learn, or even use it to practice reading.
"Candice always goes above and beyond with how she uses technology. When she is presenting to the staff, she creates useful presentations that are fun to view while being helpful and significant. I have seen her using technology with students while presenting/teaching as well. Candice is also a pro at the touch panels. She is our go-to person on our campus to help with how to use the panel. Candice is always willing to try new technology and help others with or through technology!" - Jayme Curry
"Candice spends a large amount of time creating user friendly google sheets and is always willing to create click coaches to share with the staff. This year specifically, she has streamlined the RtI process through her knowledge of google sheets and techy short cuts. Thank you Candice! " - Andrea Paskievich
"Uses different programs and tools to help create lessons/meetings for teachers and students " - Kara McSwain
"Candice is an incredible technology leader who is always ready to learn and lift up everyone around her! From tackling new tools with excitement to supporting teachers and students with all things tech, she’s the a true treasure for the campus. We can’t wait to see her shine at Eagle Expo as she shares her expertise with others across the district. ISS is so lucky to have her!" - Elaina Kloecke
