Professional Documents
Culture Documents
the process for formalizing. This will include members from the
administration and community, teachers, and students.
15. Who are the student leaders in technology? Are there programs
that allow them to use their expertise to help teachers and other
students? Are there special programs that allow them to pursue their
interests?
a. There was a Student Tech Team in place, but was abandoned
last year after the responsible teacher left.
b. There are programs that are funded through the Digital
Teaching Initiative grant that will allow students to pursue their
interests in cutting edge technologies. In particular, the school is
developing an Unmanned Aerial Systems curriculum; the
hardware is already purchased. Also, the school is one of 4
nationwide participating in the Global Earthquake Forecast
System, which is interdisciplinary (revolving around monitors
placed at the school) and reports to USGS.
16. Are community members involved in regards to using technology
in your school?
a. Not currently observed.
17. If something breaks, who fixes it? How do you contact them? Are
corrective and on-going maintenance well supported?
a. The technology department. There is an online support
system where staff can submit a request. Corrective and ongoing maintenance are supported marginally.