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This page contains frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Digital Learning Initiative. At the bottom of the page is a form where you can submit questions that you may have about the initiative. Answers to popular questions received through the form will be posted on this page.



Digital Learning Initiative FAQs

  • How was the site of the pilot selected?
    • Stonewall Jackson Middle was chosen because of its diverse population (demographically, economically, and academically) which allows HCPS to identify advantages and challenges of a 1 to 1 device environment in regard to different student groups. 

  • How was the device for the pilot selected?
    • The Chromebook was chosen because of its built-in virus protection, excellent battery life, ease of use, ability to integrate into existing systems, and ability to be managed from the district level. Visit Google’s Chromebook Help Center if you have questions or want more information about Chromebooks.

  • What is being done to prepare teachers for a blended learning environment?
    • Teachers are being prepared through a variety of professional development offerings both online and face-to-face. These offerings focus on the methods of teaching in a blended learning environment along with the functionality of a variety of applications and technology tools. Professional development, coaching, and individualized classroom support is provided by an ITRT (Instructional Technology Resource Teacher) in each building.

  • What is being done to prepare students for working in a blended learning environment?
    • Students will be exposed gradually to this different style of learning as their teachers become more familiar with it. Every building has an ITRT who can assist teachers and students with all aspects of blended learning.

  • Will students take the devices home with them?
    • Yes. Students will be taught lessons about the care and maintenance of their device to ensure they handle them properly. They will be expected to bring the device to and from school each day and to charge it every night. 

  • What measures are in place to keep students safe while working online? 
    • A new filtering system was put in place in June 2019 and pushed out to all devices in HCPS. The filtering system fully complies with CIPA (Children’s Internet Protection Act). It restricts access to websites and material deemed inappropriate for the classroom environment such as streaming media, violence, profanity, and pornography. In addition to the filtering system, students in grades 3-9 must complete digital citizenship lessons in order to help them acquire the skills of working safely and responsibly online.

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