Learning Technology Program

The St.Vrain Learning Technology Program (LTP) provides opportunities to help students investigate, communicate, collaborate, create, model, and explore concepts and content in authentic contexts.

Since 2013, the Learning Technology Program has provided our district with 21st-century technology tools to give students a critical advantage, including a1:1 iPad program in all schools. Our goal is to ensure that our use of technology tools and resources align with our district theme of Academic Excellence byDesign.

Students entering sixth grade will be issued an iPad by their school at the start of the academic year. The use of mobile devices in support of student learning can be powerful. By providing increased access to tablets and other technology resources, teachers and students have opportunities to participate in rich learning experiences that can expand beyond the classroom walls. In addition, by providing secondary students with take-home devices, learning can be extended to the home and can include the entire family. Through the Learning Technology Program, students and teachers have the tools they need to investigate, communicate, collaborate, create, model, and explore concepts and content in authentic contexts.

Here are some important considerations for families to help you prepare:

• The Expectations and Commitments documents outline the agreements that guide the use of the iPad as a learning tool. You can find these documents and more information on the LTP website at ltp.svvsd.org.

• As a family, take the opportunity to develop a family media plan to help ensure your student’s technology use aligns with your values and expectations. The American Academy of Pediatrics has templates and guidelines on their website at healthychildren.org.

• Sign up for the Family Connections newsletter to receive emailed tips and information on technology use at school and home. Learn more at tech.svvsd.org/family.

I AM SCREEN SMART

St. Vrain is an inclusive community of informed, aware, and balanced digital citizens who thoughtfully engage in our digital world.

DIGITAL CITIZENS ARE:

Inclusive - We respectfully recognize multiple viewpoints and engage with others with respect and empathy.

Informed - We evaluate the accuracy, perspective, and validity of media.

Aware - We know how to be safe and interact carefully and thoughtfully.

Balanced - We make informed decisions about how to prioritize time and activities online and off.

Engaged - We build community, solve problems, and create knowledge to improve ourselves and our world.