Through the last year I have been asked about additional training for teachers on the Smart Board.  In most cases teachers have received the initial training when the boards are set up as to how to connect, troubleshoot, and use the tools.  There usually isn't additional integration training for teachers which is probably the most important part of developing lessons and improving student achievement.

Many teachers think that the boards come equipped with lessons, which they don't.  They do have interactive activities, but it's the teachers who must develop the lessons aligned to the curriculum they are teaching.  For some this is easier than others.  Saugus does have a connection to a training facility who will do the "level 2", integration training; but it does cost, and with budgets so tight I wanted to suggest a resource alternative that might bridge the gap although it will not make up for actual training.

One of our teachers has previously set up a site with interactive board resources, including resources for lessons.  I hope this is a help.  I still feel that there is nothing better than professional development, and can help to facilitate setting this up, but in the meantime here's the link for the resources.

http://smarterboards4us.wikispaces.com/

I should note that many of the sites listed on the wiki work just fine with only a computer and projector and don't necessarily need a Smart Board. So very ofter these are not limited to Smart Board use. 

Arlene