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General Information

WHAT IS THE CHROMEBOOK 1:1 PROGRAM?

The Chromebook 1:1 (One to One) Program supports student access to digital resources both at school and home via a device checkout program. All 7th & 8th grade students will be checking out Chromebooks just as textbooks are checked out or issued to students. Students are expected to provide a protective cover and return the insurance form (opting in or opting out) before a Chromebook will be assigned for the school year. Please see FAQ and other links to the left for more information.
 

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF THE CHROMEBOOK 1:1 PROGRAM?

We recognize at Hart Ransom that the world around our students is ever-changing and understand the increasing importance of preparing our students to succeed in a technologically advancing society.

Our goal is to provide our students with a digitally incorporated learning environment that extends beyond the traditional walls of a classroom and to:

  • Provide students with opportunities to access digital resources at any time.

  • Allow students to communicate with peers, teachers, and appropriate resources beyond the classroom in support of learning.

  • Encourage and empower students to share, collaborate, create, to think and solve problems, and become self-directed.

  • Promote proficient and safe use of information, media, and technology.

  • Provide access to the most recent and relevant information.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF THIS PROGRAM?

The benefits of the Chromebook 1:1 Program are substantial for both students and teachers. Benefits of this program include:

  • Students gain interest and motivation to participate and build a sense of responsibility, organization, and ownership in their learning.

  • Students learn concepts to interact collaboratively with their fellow students.

  • School is a part of a paperless environment that saves on copious quantities of paper.

  • Students can easily access digital documents and resources.

  • Teacher organize documents and assignments to one location.

  • Both students and teachers acquire considerable access to the most recent and relevant information.

  • Students interact in an environment that differentiates in a way that cannot be done with a book, a pencil, and paper.

  • Students are exposed to a wide range of technological skills that will be needed in their educational career and their future successes.