Academics
TechnologyTechnology in the Classroom at St. Mary Catholic School
Technology courses are essential to every Catholic school curriculum. In fact, technology is required to be integrated throughout each course of study from Mathematics to Religion. The use of technology in the 21st century is integral to preparing students for college and career success. Technology courses in Catholic schools cover a variety of lessons including Research and Information Fluency, Digital Citizenship, Creativity and Innovation, Communication and Collaboration. All of these units are taught and influenced by the lens of Catholic identity and the dignity of all humankind.
St. Mary Catholic School believes that technology has the power to enhance teaching, learning, and communication. Through the use of technology the teaching staff will continue its mission of instilling the love of learning and creating life-long learners. Technology provides an avenue for communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and efficiency. St. Mary Catholic School recognizes that training is an integral part of the school’s success.
One-to-one Computing Initiative
Keeping pace with the ever-changing technological world, our students in grades 5 – 8 enjoy a one-to-one computing environment. St. Mary Catholic School is in its second year of our 1:1 Google Chromebook initiative. Students in grades grades 5 through 7 have Chromebooks that will move on with the student until ultimately being property of the student upon graduation. Current 8th graders enjoy a 1:1 computing environment using iPads. Students in grades Pre-K through 4 have access to iPads as well during specific instructional assignments.
BENQ Boards
Each classroom is equipped with a BENQ Board. Students are engaged in their learning through the interactive activities planned by their teachers.
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