A long-time goal of Tonkawa Public Schools has been to become a one-to-one district. This is achieved when every student enrolled has an electronic device checked out in his or her name. In this case, all TPS students will have their own chromebook and carrying case. The CARES Act Grant and the CARES Act Incentive Grant fund this project. Each student will sign a contract and pay a yearly technology fee of $25.00.
When the 2020-21 school year begins on August 13, students will begin the process of learning how to care for their devices. Teachers will be using Google Classroom as a platform for presenting digital lessons. “Web-based Wednesdays” will give students practice in using only devices and the internet for learning while under teacher supervision at school. This will prepare students for distance learning in case of school closure.
Tonkawa Public Schools will also supply hotspots for students who lack internet connectivity. Parents/guardians may fill out a request form at any school site. Hotspots will support up to 10 devices and cover a 100’ X 300’ area.
“We are thrilled to provide our students with the opportunity to have access to their own computer and connectivity,” states Superintendent Lori Simpson. “School closures due to Covid-19 last spring helped us realize the urgency for this one-to one initiative. Thanks to the CARES Act Grant and the CARES Act Incentive Grant, we are able to make this a reality. Our kids deserve the best education, and we are going to make it happen!”
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