Technology
Our faculty places great emphasis on teaching students to think critically and solve problems creatively. Students are using technology daily to increase learning. We have worked very hard over the past few years to create state of the art computer labs and to make multimedia computers and interactive response systems a part of the classroom. Teachers are developing and using lesson plans that integrate use of technology in their instruction. These lesson plans are based on the National Educational Technology Standards Objectives (NETS Objectives) adopted by our school district and the Alabama Course of Study Technology Objectives.
CES Tech Team
The resources for the new Technology Course of Study Implementation Plan are as follows:
- Implementation Plan (PDF Format)
- Instructions (PDF Format)
- Kindergarten Suggested Activities (PDF Format)
- 1st Grade Suggested Activities (PDF Format)
- 2nd Grade Suggested Activities (PDF Format)
- 3rd Grade Suggested Activities (PDF Format)
- 4th Grade Suggested Activities (PDF Format)
- 2nd Grade TCOS Mastery Test (PDF Format)
- 2nd Grade TCOS Mastery Test Directions (PDF Format)
- Keyboard Rules Poster (PDF Format)
- Ergonomics Poster (JPG Format)
- Tech Team Presentation (Powerpoint 97-2003 Format)
Reasonable Use Policy
A Reasonable Use Policy has been adopted by the local school district and is adhered to by all students and faculty.
Rules for Computer Use:
- I will not use a computer to harm other people or their work.
- I will not damage the computer or network in any way.
- I will not violate copyright laws.
- I will not view or use other people’s folders, files, or work without their permission.
- I will not give out my name or other personal information over the Internet.
- I will not view Internet sites that my school or teacher does not allow or think appropriate.
- I will not waste computer resources, such as disk space or paper.
- I will not view, send, or display offensive messages or pictures.
Advancements in Technology
- Every classroom has a miminum of four computers with network access
- Almost a 2 to 1 computer/student ratio
- Two computer labs for students – for Grades K-2 and for Grades 3-4
- Web-based Assessment Tests: STAR Reading and Math
- Web-based curriculum instruction and resources such as Math Facts in a Flash, Accelerated Reader Program, Compass Learning, Pearson, and Kids College
- Library – 7 networked computers for use with the Accelerated Reader program and for Internet research
- SmartBoard Interactive Response Systems are used by teachers and students in all First through Fourth grade classrooms.