The SABES Program Support PD Team is excited to collaborate with ACLS to coordinate access to trainings and resources for Northstar.
About Northstar
Northstar Digital Literacy defines basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. Online, self-guided modules assess the ability of individuals to perform tasks based on these skills. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in three main areas:
- Essential Computer Skills: Basic Computer Skills, Internet Basics, Using Email, Windows OS, Mac OS
- Essential Software Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs
- Using Technology in Daily Life: Social Media, Information Literacy, Career Search Skills, Accessing Telehealth Appointments, Supporting K–12 Distance Learning, Your Digital Footprint.
Request Northstar Seats
If you are requesting usage for the first time in FY26, please have your director email paula.jurigian@mass.gov and include the following information:
- Name of your program
- Product for which you are requesting access
- Number of seats
- Class level(s) that will be using the product
Professional Development
You can find and register for Northstar PD on the SABES Registration Calendar by typing "Northstar" into the "Title" field. Attending live PD is valuable because you can ask questions and hear from your peers. If that's not possible, check out the on-demand recordings below.
On-Demand PD
Previous SABES Northstar PD sessions can be found in the PSPDC On-Demand Library in the DESE-funded Online Products page.
