Socorro Independent School District
Pebble Hills High
School
Parent
Presentation
DNA
Digitally Nurturing Academics
Transforming Minds Through Technology
Why Now?
Digital learning can serve as the
catalyst for transformational change in
education. Jeb Bush Former Governor of Florida
Digital learning opens the door for
students beyond the four walls of the
classroom and provides opportunities
for:
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Critical Thinking
Communication
Collaboration
Creativity
Goal
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The districtwide plan to issue a laptop to every freshman at Socorro
High School will create transformational, digital age instruction and
increase student achievement. The initiative will move us closer to
our district Strategic Direction One: Safe and Supportive Learning
Environment and Strategic Direction Two: College and Career
Readiness.
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A digital device in the hands of our students will engage them in
highly interactive learning. Used alongside district curriculum with
appropriate technology tools and resources, the laptops will allow
teachers to create individualized instruction that is student-‐centered. Students will become the producers and evaluators of
knowledge, not just consumers.
Type of Device
LENOVO THINKPAD YOGA 11e TOUCHSCREEN
ULTRA-DURABLE & SMART
 Ultra-efficient Intel Celeron Processors
 Windows 8.1 64-bit Operating System
 11.6” HD, Anti-Glare Display for Crisp
Visuals
 Ultradurable with Reinforcement Inside
& Out
 Ideal for School-Wide Deployment or
On-the-Go
 Four Distinct Modes: Laptop, Tablet,
Tent, Stand
Laptop Care
• Walk with lid closed, never open
• Keep laptop away from food and drinks
• Do not leave laptop unattended, especially in a
car (not even in the trunk, it can overheat!
• Bring charged laptop to school daily and bring
the charger every day!
• Remember you will have the same laptop for 4
years.
Child Safety
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During school hours, students use the Internet
only for education and research purposes
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Teachers monitor student Internet use in class
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Students are NOT allowed “free time” to search
the Internet
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Students receive training on use of laptop and
Internet safety
Child Safety
• NEVER give out personal information
• NEVER use parent’s credit card without permission
• NEVER share passwords with anyone
(other than your parents)
• NEVER arrange a face-to-face meeting
with someone you met online
• DO NOT OPEN an email if you do not know who sent it
• DO NOT CLICK on banner ads or pop up ads on websites
• NEVER USE bad language or send threatening email
Prohibited Actions
The following actions are prohibited:
• Bypassing the filter
• Using another student’s username or password
• Sharing passwords (other than with parents)
• Downloading or installing software that has not been approved
• Tampering with hardware
• Using chat rooms, IM, social networking; hosting non-school-approved web
pages
• Accessing inappropriate material that is unacceptable in a school setting
Social Media
Be Smart Online
Student 1:1 Initiative
Pebble Hills High School 2016-2017 Entering Freshmen and Sophomores
Is there any cost to parents?
$25 yearly maintenance & usage fee (every year for 4 years)
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If the device is not working, or needs updates who will do that?
A work order will be submitted to the technicians to fix and/or
update the computer.
Will training be provided for students who are not familiar
with the
technology?
DNA Summer Camp – Tuesday, May 31 & Wednesday, June 1,
2016 (all day)
Are the devices sturdy enough for student use?
Ruggedized laptop
Student 1:1 Initiative
Administration and Staff Concerns
Misuse and Classroom Disruptions
Laptop is not charged
Students are not on the correct app/website
Freshmen and True Freshmen mixed classes
Sophomore and True Sophomore mixed classes
Questions and Answers