1:1 Student Technology
1:1 Digital Learning Initiative
At the May 5, 2015, Board of Education Meeting, the 1 to 1 Digital Learning Initiative pilot program was approved. A 1 to 1Digital Learning program adds a technology device to each student’s repertoire of learning tools. Students carry this device with them from class to class, and often, from school to home. The general purpose of 1 to 1 programs is often to provide teachers and students electronic means to access resources, textbooks, creative and productive tools, and to streamline communication. Elwood School’s 1 to 1 program purpose, goals, and expectations are not much different. Many school districts across the country have adopted 1 to 1 programs; all of which are customized to their students’ needs. The device chosen by Elwood School’s 1 to 1 committee is the Lenovo Chromebook 11e. Students will be assigned to a school-purchased Chromebook. One Chromebook will be assigned to each student for the entire school year. Chromebooks will be turned-in at school-year’s end for summer maintenance.
A committee was formed in the Fall of 2014 to discuss, plan, and prepare for a 1 to 1 program for piloting at the 6th Grade level for the 2015-2016 school year. This committee has discussed at length how a 1 to 1 program would look and function at Elwood, and the benefits it would provide. This committee shared viewpoints from all who will be involved: teachers, students, technology staff, administration, and parents.
The 2015-2016 6th Grade class was the piloting group.
Parents are required to read and agree to the 1:1 Handbook and the Acceptable Use Policy on an annual basis during registration. This orientation covers why we issue Chromebooks to students, how Chromebooks work, what Chromebooks are used for, how Chromebooks are filtered and monitored, and more.
Replacement Costs
Elwood School does not issue a Technology fee like most districts. However, there may be potential costs associated with student devices. The following are the replacement costs issued to students in the event their school-issued Chromebook, case, or charger are lost, stolen, or damaged beyond repair.
Student device: $300
Hotspot $200
Touchscreen Deductible: $100
Device Charger: $35
Protective Case: $25
Any resulting charges for shipping and handling will also be charged to the student.
These are approximate costs and may vary due to price fluctuations.
If a student device is in need of a repair please submit a Technology Request.