Parents
The One to One Technology Initiative program will bring 21st century learning into the classroom by allowing students to access educational tools in a whole new way.
In the 2013-2014 school year, we will issue iPads® for personal use in the classroom and at home (if you chose option 1 or 2 on the agreement form). Students will be taught how to create projects and use the educational apps., engaging in their subjects through interactive media, working collaboratively with each other and learning how to resolve technology issues. Part of this process involves teaching students how to discern legitimate web-based information and the ethical use of technology. Here is a link on Digital Citizenship and using Technology properly that you may find useful - click here
By flipping the classrooms, students may do more prep work rather than actual homework at home and then apply what they have learned in the classroom. This allows the teacher to better assist the students while they are doing the actual lesson at school.
Don't have internet access at home? No problem. In most cases, the prep work will be brought home on their device so students can use their "homework" time in the afternoon or evening, to prepare for the actual lesson the next school day. If students need to access the internet, they will be taught how to "hook up" to a wireless connection at a local library, restaurant or other access point.
While there will be some filtering for the internet, it never replaces the good parenting practice of monitoring use at home. Don't allow students to use their device in an unsupervised area or bedroom while you are asleep. Even the best filtering system cannot prevent everything. Instead, encourage your student to share with you what they are learning and show you all of their new skills. Please see our FAQ link at the top for some Frequently Asked Questions and Answers.
We also will provide a protective case that should be kept on the iPad® at all times.
See the "Forms" link under "Parents" for additional information (you will be provided with a printed copy as we roll out the program).
In the 2013-2014 school year, we will issue iPads® for personal use in the classroom and at home (if you chose option 1 or 2 on the agreement form). Students will be taught how to create projects and use the educational apps., engaging in their subjects through interactive media, working collaboratively with each other and learning how to resolve technology issues. Part of this process involves teaching students how to discern legitimate web-based information and the ethical use of technology. Here is a link on Digital Citizenship and using Technology properly that you may find useful - click here
By flipping the classrooms, students may do more prep work rather than actual homework at home and then apply what they have learned in the classroom. This allows the teacher to better assist the students while they are doing the actual lesson at school.
Don't have internet access at home? No problem. In most cases, the prep work will be brought home on their device so students can use their "homework" time in the afternoon or evening, to prepare for the actual lesson the next school day. If students need to access the internet, they will be taught how to "hook up" to a wireless connection at a local library, restaurant or other access point.
While there will be some filtering for the internet, it never replaces the good parenting practice of monitoring use at home. Don't allow students to use their device in an unsupervised area or bedroom while you are asleep. Even the best filtering system cannot prevent everything. Instead, encourage your student to share with you what they are learning and show you all of their new skills. Please see our FAQ link at the top for some Frequently Asked Questions and Answers.
We also will provide a protective case that should be kept on the iPad® at all times.
See the "Forms" link under "Parents" for additional information (you will be provided with a printed copy as we roll out the program).
Tips for use at home
Handling and Care of the iPad®
● Keep the iPad® in its protective case.
● Use the iPad® on a flat, stable, hard surface.
● Do not set books or heavy objects on top of the iPad®.
● No food or drink around the iPad®.
● Cleaning – wipe surfaces with a clean dry soft cloth. Do not use chemicals or cleaning solutions on any part of the iPad®.
● Do not use pens, pencils or other objects on the screen. You may use a stylus that is designed for the iPad® or tablet type device.
● If your hands are dirty, wash them before using the iPad®.
● Do not use the iPad® in dusty or dirty environment.
● If the iPad® has been in a cold car, allow several minutes for it to warm to room temperature before use.
● Do not leave the iPad® exposed to direct sunlight or near any heat or moisture sources for extended periods of time.
Power Management
● It is the student’s responsibility to recharge the iPad® battery so it is fully charged by the start of the next school day.
● Whenever the iPad® is not in use, tap the power button once to put it to sleep to extend the battery life.
● Close out or "Quit" applications you are not using to conserve energy (double click the home button, then press the red circle
with the line through it to "Quit" the application. Even though you go back to the home screen, it doesn't mean apps. are not
running.
● If you properly charge the iPad® at home, it should not be necessary to recharge during the school day (battery life is up to 10
hours when fully charged)
● Heat degrades the iPad® battery so it is important not to leave it in a hot car (including the trunk) or in the sun.
Transport
● Do not leave the iPad® in a vehicle for extended periods of time or overnight.
● Do not leave the iPad® in visible sight when it is left in a vehicle.
● Store your iPad® in its protective case in your locker (on the TOP SHELF) when not using it in class.
● Do not expose the iPad® to extreme temperatures or humidity.
● Never leave the iPad® in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Ethical and Appropriate Use
Students are expected to adhere to the Western School District Technology Honor Code which is available by clicking here
● Keep the iPad® in its protective case.
● Use the iPad® on a flat, stable, hard surface.
● Do not set books or heavy objects on top of the iPad®.
● No food or drink around the iPad®.
● Cleaning – wipe surfaces with a clean dry soft cloth. Do not use chemicals or cleaning solutions on any part of the iPad®.
● Do not use pens, pencils or other objects on the screen. You may use a stylus that is designed for the iPad® or tablet type device.
● If your hands are dirty, wash them before using the iPad®.
● Do not use the iPad® in dusty or dirty environment.
● If the iPad® has been in a cold car, allow several minutes for it to warm to room temperature before use.
● Do not leave the iPad® exposed to direct sunlight or near any heat or moisture sources for extended periods of time.
Power Management
● It is the student’s responsibility to recharge the iPad® battery so it is fully charged by the start of the next school day.
● Whenever the iPad® is not in use, tap the power button once to put it to sleep to extend the battery life.
● Close out or "Quit" applications you are not using to conserve energy (double click the home button, then press the red circle
with the line through it to "Quit" the application. Even though you go back to the home screen, it doesn't mean apps. are not
running.
● If you properly charge the iPad® at home, it should not be necessary to recharge during the school day (battery life is up to 10
hours when fully charged)
● Heat degrades the iPad® battery so it is important not to leave it in a hot car (including the trunk) or in the sun.
Transport
● Do not leave the iPad® in a vehicle for extended periods of time or overnight.
● Do not leave the iPad® in visible sight when it is left in a vehicle.
● Store your iPad® in its protective case in your locker (on the TOP SHELF) when not using it in class.
● Do not expose the iPad® to extreme temperatures or humidity.
● Never leave the iPad® in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Ethical and Appropriate Use
Students are expected to adhere to the Western School District Technology Honor Code which is available by clicking here
Testimonials
"My son has used computers for years, but this was his first experience with an Apple computer. He picked it up really fast!"
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Working together with our community to educate all students as individuals to become successful in a complex world.
www.westernschools.org