Above is a student contract for a pilot program that we are going to try 2nd semester regarding personal learning/electronic devices (I-pads, tablets, smart phones, etc). As you are probably aware, these devices are everywhere. They also have a tremendous upside in the education world. Odds are that while doing this pilot, we'll have a few bumps in the road. Part of our responsibility and goal is to not only prepare students for the high school but also teach them responsible ways to use these devices. Having their cell phone hidden under their desk and texting a friend when the teacher's back is turned, is not a responsible use of the device (by the way, that scenario is happening now). Our hope by giving the students a little more freedom, we will be able to get out in front of this and eliminate most of the improper use. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
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