Technology: The mission of Ascension Parish School Board is “Every Child Successful in an Ever changing world.” Our world is almost completely reliant on technology Technology used as a real world learning tool in the classroom Meaningful, engaging projects that require problem solving Mention the calculator letter – recommendation by the math department for students to have their own graphing calculators – its an investment but can be used all through high school

All students at SAHS will receive a laptop computer… All students at SAHS will receive a laptop computer….we were the first school in the district to pilot this program This allows our students to have up to date information and resources for classroom use It is important that they take care of it. Students will have this computer for all four years of high school, and will have the option to purchase it for $20. .

1:1 General Information Computer is a privilege and can be revoked Follow all rules in student handbook for internet usage Laptops are for student use Broken or damaged computers will result in loss of computer until repairs are made if your student has not paid the technology fee ($20/$40 for family) Student and parent are responsible for reimbursement for damage due to misuse Unacceptable/inappropriat e use can result in discipline consequence and/or loss of privileges Go through the information- talk about the contract they signed; point out that paying the fee is highly recommended but will not cover intentional abuse; an electronic copy of the contract is included in the handbook

Blackboard/Google Classroom Online program utilized across Ascension Parish for instructional purposes Teachers post syllabi, calendars, announcements, notes, and assignments online. Blackboard Parents can access students’ grades through blackboard using Powerschool Pick up your username and password information if you have not signed on bb9.apsb.org Info on Blackboard (will have a handout on how to set up blackboard account)

Kickboard is resource to help support students with behavior. Goal: To keep small problems small and provide individual interventions before a problem becomes a major referral. It is an online resource where teachers and admins will identify and track positive and negative behaviors of students.

Parents and students have access to this account and can see behaviors recorded daily. Notes should accompany negative behaviors. Acct info and directions are available today in the hall. Mobile App available for both iPhone or Androids.

STA App FREE - in the App Store Type in “St. Amant High School” Lots of information available: documents, emails, reminders, dates to remember, direct email contact to all staff one of the quickest and easiest communication tools

Needs Assessment Please take our parent needs assessment https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YWCRKH9 We have a needs assessment put together by guidance department to determine some ways we can make this transition to high school as smooth as possible.

Questions? Please pick up BB and KB codes before you leave today at the table in the lobby General technology & Blackboard Log-ins: lisa.braud@apsb.org Kickboard info: christina.carter@apsb.org