St. Matthew the Apostle Technology Plan

Through strategic planning, professional development, and ongoing assessment, St. Matthew the Apostle is committed to creating a dynamic learning environment where technology not only enhances instruction but also fosters creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and responsible digital citizenship. 

Our techonolgy plan is built upon the following:

Creativity and Innovation: Students will explore, experiment, and create using technology to develop original ideas and solutions that contribute to their learning journey and beyond.

Communication and Collaboration: Through collaborative projects and interactive activities, students will learn to express ideas, work cooperatively, and engage in meaningful exchanges with peers, locally and globally.

Research and Information Fluency: Students will develop proficiency in conducting research, analyzing data, and synthesizing information from a variety of digital sources to deepen their understanding and make informed decisions.

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making: Technology will be integrated to support students in identifying problems, evaluating evidence, and developing innovative solutions, fostering resilience and adaptability in their approach to learning and life challenges.

Digital Citizenship: Our curriculum will emphasize online safety, privacy, digital etiquette, and the responsible use of technology, preparing students to navigate the digital world with integrity and empathy.

Technology Operations and Concepts: From basic proficiency in using hardware and software to developing a deeper comprehension of digital systems and emerging technologies, our goal is to empower students to be proficient users and creators of technology.

By embracing these pillars, we aim to prepare our students to thrive in a connected, digital world and become lifelong learners and innovators.  Please click on the specific grade at the top of this page to see examples of how these characteristics are appropriately applied to each grade level.