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July 18, 2017 As technology is an essential tool in the 21st century, South Madison Community School Corporation is responsible for preparing all students to meet the challenges of an information society through the aid of technology. To meet these challenges, technology must be embedded into curriculum, instruction, and assessment to support student learning and the educational goals of the district. It is important for students to gain the skills of the 4 C’s, so that they become effective communicators who demonstrate critical and creative thinking and the ability to work successfully in collaborative settings. Technology provides the tools to assist students in gaining these skills and will better prepare them for a rapidly changing global community. A blended learning environment, where technology becomes an additional tool for learning, is essential to student success. South Madison Community School Corporation continues to move forward in its efforts to create a blended learning environment that includes more student access to digital learning. SMCSC is entering the third year of a partnership with Five-Star Technology Solutions to provide teacher and school district support as well as professional development opportunities to staff as we work to achieve more technology integration in the classroom. Our goal, in partnership with Five-Star, is to meet the needs of all learners. 2017-18 school year, student access to technology Kindergarten, Grades 1-3 Grade 4 (1:1, student to device) Grades 5 – 11 (1:1, student to device) Grade 12

Classroom technology; iPad carts Chromebook for each student; device stays in class Chromebook for each student; device taken home More classroom technology; laptop & Chromebook carts

As the Chromebook roll-out continues . . . School year 2018-19, grades 4 – 12 (1:1) Chromebook rental will be included in student book fees. It is the intent of the district to minimize the financial impact of the technology initiative so that the 2017-18 book fees are comparable to past fees. It should be noted that educational technology is a means to an end and not an educational curriculum in itself. Technology must be used as a tool for learning. As a result, we can better achieve our Core Purpose, Success for All Students. I look forward to the opportunities the district will be providing to both staff and students, and I ask you to join us in achieving the goals that lie ahead as South Madison takes another step in the digital roll-out. Joe Buck Superintendent

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