Purposeful Tech to Power
Bright Minds
Technology at The Winston School is a valuable tool for teaching, learning, and differentiating instruction to best serve a student’s learning pathway. With the use of adaptive software and curriculum extensions, our teachers are able to extend, enrich, and remediate student learning in important ways with the seamless integration of technology.
Technology with Purpose
The Winston School is proud to be a 1:1 device environment, with our youngest learners utilizing iPADS and SeeSaw to document and communicate their learning, and our older students engaging on Chromebooks with the Google Suite of programs for school productivity.
It is important to note that our use of technology throughout the school day is partnered in meaningful ways with the intentional use of non-technology based learning experiences including, but not limited to, manipulatives in multi-sensory math instruction, developmentally responsive art and music classes, and writing with paper and pencil to reinforce the connection between the mind and body.
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| Kindergarten-3rd Grade |
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Winston has earned the status of being a Common Sense School, an honor that recognizes our efforts in teaching digital citizenship to young people and engaging the entire school community in this important discussion. The recognition acknowledges our school's commitment to helping students build skills that are essential for their well-being today and for the opportunities they'll have tomorrow.
We are one of the more than 80,000 schools across the country that use Common Sense Education's groundbreaking education resources. As a result, our students are better equipped to navigate the digital world and use devices for learning.
This honor is provided by Common Sense Education, part of a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology.
Digital media and technology are evolving at a dizzying pace, both unlocking extraordinary opportunities and posing real risks for young people. Students are using the immense power of the internet and mobile technology to explore, connect, create, and learn in ways never before imagined, both in and out of the classroom. At the same time, tech use can bring up ethical challenges such as cyberbullying and misinformation and health issues related to media balance and social and emotional well-being.
The Winston School sees these as teachable moments. We believe that digital citizenship skills have become essential for students in the 21st century. That's why we are committed to teaching our students how to be digital learners, leaders, and citizens.
TEACHING + LEARNING APPS
All faculty at Winston receive training and coaching in technology integration. In addition to our standard suite of tools, our IT Director works with teachers individually to provide supplemental applications when needed for academic enrichment. For example, teachers use Read&Write for literacy support such as reading out loud and proofreading assistance, Quizlet for study support and guides, Canva for digital design, and GoGuardian for Chromebook management in the classroom.
Innovation Studio
The Innovation Studio is a hands-on, prototyping space that was designed by Winston students to be the School’s center of innovation and creativity. The Studio is a collaborative space for teachers and students to bring ideas that they are passionate about to life. The space fosters the solving of real-world problems through digital fabrication, rapid prototyping, and the design thinking process. The Studio has tools such as 3D printers, a laser printer, CNC mill, vinyl cutter, and basic woodworking tools to facilitate the creation process. Students understand that things will not always go as expected in the Innovation Studio. Failing multiple times is part of the process when working to find a successful solution and an improved understanding. In the Innovation Studio we teach students to take control of their own learning.
Meet the Director of IT
Our Director of IT is dedicated to providing superior support to our teachers and students. He works with faculty and staff to align academic goals and requirements with the intentional use of technology to equip and empower students.