Technology Improvement Plan

Rainbow International School

Version I - October 2012 Version II - November 2012 Full Revision planned for February 2013
Additions to Version I: Objectives and Action Steps added to Technology Goals Infrastructure Current Design and Needs Edited Acceptable, Ethical and Responsible Use of IT Facility and Resources Policy Completed Appendix A with ICT Learning Goals Appendix B with Surveys & Results Appendix C with User Agreements

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Table of Contents School-wide Mission and Vision Statement Technology Vision Statement Philosophy of Technology Survey and Data Collection Student Achievement Curriculum Integration Technology Delivery Infrastructure and Design Needs Current Infrastructure Design Infrastructure Needs Infrastructure Needs and Designs Specications Professional Development Acceptable, Ethical and Responsible Use of the IT Facility and Resources Appendix A ICT Learning Goals Appendix B Surveys & Results Appendix C User Agreements 3 4 4 7 7 8 9 10

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Mission Rainbow International School enables students to achieve academic excellence while being encouraged to be global leaders who promote global peace through equity, innovation, diversity, integrity, community, care for the environment and self-respect.

Schools Mission and Vision Statement

Vision The Rainbow International School is based on the belief that young people from many countries who are studying together in a supportive environment will be leaders in world peace. They will rise to prominent positions where they will be committed to serving the global community to improve the well-being of its people with their knowledge of economics, the environment, diversity, and wise decision-making. They will be condent, strong, enterprising and entrepreneurial.

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Rainbow International School envisions that our students will be ethical and responsible users that have equitable access to the technology they need to succeed as citizens in a global society, be skilled problem solvers and develop 21st century life skills critical to success in the workplace and society at large.

Technology Vision Statement

We envision a community where technology is used to support the curricular and administrative needs of the school. We will focus on student-centered needs that enable them to employ technological resources to enhance and advance their educational experience at Rainbow. The goal of the technology program is to promote ethical and responsible use and strengthen the teacher-student relationship by building higher-order thinking skills, as well as technology literacy skills, to maximize the uses of technology for authentic purposes. Our goals are : 1. TEACHING FOR LEARNING Equipping teachers and students with the tools to be ethical and responsible users, adapt content to meet individual student needs, have access to real-time phenomena, global communities and current events, assist with experimenting and understanding of actual, futuristic, and hypothetical concepts, principles, relationships, and probabilities. Teaching for Learning Objectives a. All students and teachers will have anywhere, anytime access to effective technology solutions throughout their learning day Action Steps: Technology Action (TA) team will identify strategies, participate in and sponsor programs that increase student and educator access to educational technology TA team, with teachers, will work to integrate project-based, challengedbased learning and real world experiences into traditional academic settings b. Integrate and align the IPC/IMYC ICT Standards for Students and Rainbow Internationals 21st Century Skills. Action Steps: TA team, with teachers, will work to identify where the ICT standards and 21st Century skills already intersect or should intersect with content expectations c. Promote and support students and provide them the opportunity to learn in environments best suited for his or her learning style Action Steps: Every student will have access to virtual learning environments best suited to his or her individual learning needs

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2. LEADERSHIP

Teachers and students use technology to take accountability for their learning with condence, provide an avenue for the innovative use of programs, software and multimedia resources, and encourage each other to become global participants by participating and communicating in our global world.

Leadership Objectives a. Maintain an active Technology Action team Action Steps: Maintain a team that provides educational technology leadership and ensures innovative uses of education technology in the school Maintain a sufcient technical staff b. TA team will work with other schools, networks, and companies to increase the sharing of resources and ideas Action Steps: TA team, with teachers, will work to network with other school communities to develop new ideas and improve existing ones to support and enhance technology in the classroom c. Teachers and TA team promote global interaction and communication Action Steps: Provide students with an avenue to reach out and work with the global community through communication, collaboration or participation.

3. PROFESSIONAL LEARNING School staff are actively researching and participating in ongoing professional development to acquire the knowledge, skills and understanding to integrate technology into a challenging and interdisciplinary curriculum which addresses students specic needs, developmental levels, and learning styles. Professional Learning Objectives a. Integrate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles in the classroom Action Steps: Provide professional development on UDL for educators Ensure that information and media skills relate to UDL principles b. Skills assessment regarding technology competencies of educators based on 21st Century Skills, UDL and ICT standards Action Steps: Implement a rubric-based skills assessment that will measure the use of technology to deliver instruction, including assistive technology and principles of UDL, ensure educator information literacy and media literacy, and determine the ability to individualize instruction for improving student achievement. c. Create and implement a needs assessment regarding science, technology, social sciences and mathematics Action Steps: Seek professional development opportunities that incorporate critical elements of science, technology, social sciences and mathematics 5

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d. Professional Development opportunities Action Steps: Seek professional development opportunities that teach or use appropriate educational technologies in delivery of instruction Collaborate with schools country and world-wide to develop and sustain ongoing professional development that incorporates technology curriculum integration, principles of UDL, and data informed differentiated instruction.

4. SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS The administrative body and teaching staff openly communicate about technology implementation within the school community through online systems, electronic mail, parent teacher organizations and frequent data collection. The school has knowledgeable staff that take the time to educate the school community about all application and software use. School and Community Relations Objectives a. Online systems of communication that promote 21st Century skills out of the classroom to promote student learning Action Steps: Tutorials for staff and parents on best utilizing LMS and SIS to promote student learning out of the classroom E-portfolio evidence for parents to witness 21st Century skills and promote their use at home b. TA team that is equipped to educate the school community about all application, platform and software Action Steps: TA team that is properly educated, certied or trained in the use of all applications, platforms and software used in the school environment.

5. DATA AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Educators will have access to sufcient data for effective classroom decision making and school improvement planning through an integrated community support system . They will have access to professional learning opportunities to develop competencies in data-driven decision making. Data and Information Management Objectives a. Collect data in regards to the use, needs and wants of the school community Action Steps: Surveys to all members of the community Data reports made twice a year and professional development planned around data reports b. TA team will provide teachers with the necessary data to implement technology in their instruction and differentiation Action Steps: TA team will collect and present research data on software, hardware and applications. 6

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Surveys have been compiled by the technology team. See Appendix A for sample copies. Student Survey Parent/Community Survey Teacher Survey Administration Survey Technology Integration Planning Chart Surveys will be re-submitted to their appropriate audience on the timeline below. The technology action team will revise surveys as needed or keep them the same to compare results and improvement.
Student Survey Parent/Community Survey October 2012 January 2013 April 2013 September 2013 November 2013 February 2014 May 2014 Teacher Survey Administration Survey November 2012 January 2013 April 2013 September 2013 November 2013 February 2014 May 2014 Technology Integration Plan November 2012 January 2013 April 2013 September 2013 November 2013 February 2014 May 2014

Survey and Data Collection

November 2012 January 2013 April 2013 September 2013 November 2013 February 2014 May 2014

October 2012 January 2013 April 2013 September 2013 November 2013 February 2014 May 2014

Technology shall enhance achievement and will be incorporated in all disciplines. Technology use will help teachers implement universal design for learning which aims to provide equal opportunities to learn. UDL focuses on the what, how and why of learning. Technology will allow teachers to present information and content in different ways (what), differentiate the ways that students can express what they know (how), and stimulate interest and motivation for learning (why). This creates an active, engaged learning atmosphere in the classroom. To support this environment teachers must receive training to understand applications that compliment the curriculum. See Professional Development on page for more information. Student achievement is assessed on IPC and IMYC learning goals.

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Should be a seamless component in the fabric of our curricular framework. A. The integration and use of technology shall be a continuing agenda item of every active curriculum and/or working committee of the school, including the Coordinator Team, Technology Action Team, and the Administrative Team. B. One member of each school lower/upper/middle shall be assigned as as the Technology Advocate and "Technology Mentor" for that committee. C. Each school lower/upper/middle shall develop detailed plans for the ongoing integration of technology in their teaching/learning environment as dened by the IPC and IMYC ICT standards. a. Technology should become transparent and effective in every classroom. b. Computers and/or other appropriate technologies should be available in every classroom and learning space, balanced between individual, small group, and large group use and instruction. c. Appropriate application software should be available and in use at all levels. d. The level of technology should be appropriate for each developmental level and learning situation. e. As educators develop management schemes for the use of technology, these should be modeled and shared. f. Current uses of technology shall be reviewed and evaluated yearly. g. An annual budget should be made available in each teaching/learning situation for updating software and materials being used in the curriculum. D. The School Curriculum in each area shall review and maintain the CurriculumTechnology Matrix which implements the full integration of technology into the accomplishment of all curriculum goals and objectives based on IPC and IMYC Standards. In addition a scope and sequence for the content of learning about technology shall also be developed. All technology curriculum materials shall have an evaluation of student learning included. A working group from the Coordinator Team and Technology Action Team shall update this integration annually in concert with the development of technology itself. E. Software acquisition for teaching and learning shall be governed by school curriculum adoption policies and practices. Accompanying software is as important as the actual selection of a textbook in the curriculum adoption process. Of specic concern shall be the alignment of software with curriculum goals and outcomes. In general, costs for software accompanying a curriculum adoption, or an additional purchase for curriculum purposes shall be funded through the annual budget of the instructional program where it is located and approved by the schools board of governors. F. The Coordinator Team and the Technology Action Team shall maintain an Ethical and Fair Use Policy, as well as an Internet, World Wide Web, Web Authoring, and outside electronic information source access and use policy with the consultation of appropriate consultants and legal council. All staff will be trained in these use policies. G. Community involvement shall be by the same organizations that are involved in the overall curriculum improvement process which include: The Board of Governors, Parent Teacher Organizations, through the district website and the online programs that provides parent access to student grades, food service, attendance, and discipline.

Curriculum Integration

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Technology Delivery
Technology must serve the needs of all learners in whatever capacity they use it. Our Curriculum will be the driving force for the delivery of technology. The Coordinator Team, Technology Action Team and the Administrative Team will evaluate existing, identify, and recommend curriculum driven technology needs. Our technology team will implement those needs using a delivery method that best ts the need by providing specications, installation, and professional development for each curricular adoption. Other examples of curriculum adoptions utilizing technology facilities and services include: Technology Classrooms Description/Method All classrooms and curriculum are equipped with and utilize digital presentation equipment and software (computers, SMART Board 800, Promethean) Courses utilize digital presentation equipment to support the curriculum and enhance the delivery of knowledge, skills and understanding Equipment and specialized software beneting students with special needs is under review and approval. Student and staff online coursework; avenue for continuing involvement for parents and community members. Distant education for students who are residing in another country or who are ill for a period of the term. Laboratory structured for students and school community to enhance media and technology information literacy School-wide wireless access provides mobility, ease of use, and increased accessibility. Grade sets of iPads (2nd - 4th grade) and MacBook Pros (5th - 8th grade and staff) to provide ease of classroom use, accessibility and second platform learning. The apple center ensures technology is available in the home for all students. Learning commons provides materials and information acquisition skills, books & DVD software on technology Appropriate and curriculum enhancing software will be provided to the students to give them new, unique and benecial tools to achieve mastery of the 21st century skills they will need in school and the workplace.

Curriculum Courses

Special Needs LMS/SIS Interactive Classroom Multimedia Lab Wireless Access Apple Center

Resource Center Software

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Infrastructure: Needs and Design

Current Technology Design

Lower Elementary
One Windows 7 Platform Desktop Per Classroom

Upper Elementary
One Windows 7 Platform Desktop Per Classroom

Middle School
One Windows 7 Platform Desktop Per Classroom

3 SMART Board 800 series (1 per homeroom)

2 SMART Board 800 series (1 per homeroom) 10 student loaned iPad 2

4 SMART Board 800 series (1 per homeroom)

18 student loaned iPad 2

22 student loaned MacBook Pros

3 Mac OSX 10.7 Platform MacBooks

9 student loaned MacBook Pros 4 Mac OSX 10.7 Platform MacBooks

2 Mac OSX 10.7 Platform MacBooks

iPad to SMART Board connections

iPad & MacBook to SMART Board connections

MacBook to SMART Board connections

Wireless access to the internet

Wireless access to the internet

Wireless access to the internet

Elective classrooms with SMART Board 800 series

Elective classrooms with SMART Board 800 series

Elective classrooms with SMART Board 800 series

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Current Technology Needs

Lower Elementary Upper Elementary Middle School

SMARTBoard Certication Training

Digital Camera per school with video recording capabilities

Apple Sponsored workshops

IT Website with listed resources, applications and a help desk

Student 1:1 Apple Program Tutorial/Training

Networking with IT Specialists & teachers in Korea to enhance our program

Establish multi-year funding to ensure the growth of the technology program Provide parents with effective tutorials that enhance their navigation of our online systems Yearly workshops that are a priority during in school professional development planning Student accessible printer

VGA Connections for the iPad and MacBook for each grade level classroom, ESL room, Library, Science Lab and Computer Lab 11

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Infrastructure: Needs and Design - Specications

The equipment provided to the school system includes over 38 desktops, 80 laptops and 30 iPads. These computers are both apple and windows based systems and are managed through our agreements with individual educational software providers and Apple Education Licensing Agreement. User policies are managed by our Technology Action Team and monitored and revised to ensure sufcient and appropriate use of all resources. Hardware Hardware shall be acquired after considering the following guidelines I. The hardware is able to run the appropriate software necessary for teaching and learning choices II. Hardware is approved by the Curriculum Coordinators after they review its relation to the curriculum goals, software choices and technology realty of the school III. The Technology Action team will review ongoing requests for hardware at the school IV. IT team shall be trained in entry-level diagnosis and problem solving to assist their peers before calling in our Apple Education consultant, as per our licensing agreement V. Regular maintenance will be scheduled and developed for all technologies Software Software shall be compiled by the Technology Action Team and approved by the Curriculum Coordinators and acquired to enhance the technology integration and curricular support in the school.

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Professional Development
A. The school will develop and maintain an IT Resource Center, which shall serve as the home base for technology curriculum integration, staff development, multimedia communications and tech support. The center will have a fully knowledgeable staff, technical support and maintenance center. f. The IT Resource Center shall: i. Be openly available to staff ii. Have an online contact form iii. House tutorials and offer classes on the implementation and use of all forms of multimedia, curriculum resources, applications and software iv. Research, review and revise software and hardware before and during implementation and use. v. Update IT Website in a timely fashion with new applications, tutorials, software and implementation updates. b. The IT Staff shall be able to receive tech and help requests 24/7 and respond to the support needs appropriately within 24 hours. c. Staff should have easy and timely access to the Rainbow IT Staff who can answer their questions, provide on-site support, deliver one to one instruction, and help solve all software and hardware problems. i. Be openly available to staff ii. Have an online contact form iii. House tutorials and offer classes on the implementation and use of all forms of multimedia, curriculum resources, applications and software iv. Research, review and revise software and hardware before and during implementation and use. B. Staff should have access to out of school visitations, workshops and conferences. a. Staff should be encouraged to use their staff professional development funds to further their training in technology b. Staff should be informed of events where technology is used in their area of teaching and learning c. Technology Action Team should promote open communication and collaboration with the staff d. Technology Action Team and Curriculum Coordinators should plan and execute workshops to enhance the use of curriculum software, hardware and applications. C. Rainbows Technology Action Team will plan regular Professional Staff Development Activities. a. An overview of technology learning goals will be provided to the staff at the beginning of each school year b. An overview of the Apple 1:1 program and its classroom uses will be provided during professional development week at the beginning of each school year c. It shall be the responsibility of the Technology Action Team and Curriculum Coordinators to assess the training needs of the staff and arrange professional development workshops that meet those needs d. Technology Action Team shall give an overview of the schools online systems, servers and resource and facility protocol at the beginning of each year. e. Technology workshops should be made a priority each year. 13

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Acceptable, Ethical & Responsible Use of IT Facility and Resources

Acceptable Use:

The purpose of the RIS server, computers and iPads is to support research and education. They offer access to a vast amount of information for use in studies, acting like an enormous extension to the school library and offering a great potential to support the curriculum. The computers are provided and maintained for the benet of all students, who are encouraged to use and enjoy these resources, and ensure they remain available to all. Pupils are responsible for good behavior on the Internet. Remember that access is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in that privilege being withdrawn. Transmission of any material in violation of any regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening material, obscene material, or material protected by trade secret. Use for commercial activities by for-prot institutions is not acceptable. Use for product advertisement or political lobbying is also prohibited. Illegal activities are strictly prohibited. See user agreements in Appendix C for an in-depth outline of Acceptable Use

Ethical and Responsible Use:

Netiquette: You are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include (but are not limited to) the following: Be polite. Do not write or send abusive messages to others. Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language. Do not reveal your personal address or phone numbers or those of other students or colleagues. Note that electronic mail (e-mail) and Internet services are not guaranteed to be private. System administrators have access to all Email and incoming Internet information. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities. Do not use the network in such a way that you would disrupt the use of the network by other users (e.g. downloading huge les during prime time; sending mass e-mail messages; annoying other users using the talk or write functions). All communications and information accessible via the network should be assumed to be public property. Reliability: Rainbow International makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing. Rainbow will not be responsible for any damages you suffer, as outlined in your MacBook and iPad Agreements. This includes loss of data resulting from delays, nondeliveries, mis-deliveries, or service interruptions caused by negligence or your errors or omissions. Security: Security on any computer system is a high priority, especially when the system involves many users. If you feel you can identify a security problem on Rainbows computers please notify the IT team at rainbow.itdept@gmail.com. Do not demonstrate the problem to other users. 14

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Do not use another individuals account. Do not give your password to any other individual. Attempts to log in to the system as any other user will result in cancellation of user privileges and/or disciplinary action. Vandalism: Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges and/or disciplinary action, and possible criminal prosecution. Vandalism is dened as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy school hardware, software, or data of another user, or any other networks that are connected to the Internet. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses. See user agreements in Appendix C for an in-depth outline of Ethical and Responsible Use

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Appendix A

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MILEPOST 1
ICT Learning Goals
1.1 Know about some of the applications of ICT in everyday life 1.2 Know about some of the ways in which the use of ICT affects peoples lives 1.3 Be able to use ICT to organize and classify information 1.4 Be able to use ICT to present information 1.5 Be able to enter, save, retrieve and revise information 1.6 Be able to work with text, tables, images and sound 1.7 Be able to plan and give instructions to make things happen 1.8 Be able to describe what they have done 1.9 Be able to use ICT to explore what happens in real and imaginary situations Identify in which grade concept is taught

Notes

MILEPOST 2
ICT Learning Goals
2.1 Know about some applications of ICT in work situations 2.2 Know about some applications of ICT in daily life 2.3 Know about some of the ways in which the use of ICT in work situations affects peoples lives 2.4 Be able to find and use stored information from a variety of sources 2.5 Be able to use ICT to support and present their work in other subjects 2.6 Be able to use sequences of instruction to control devices and achieve specific outcomes 2.7 Be able to make choices to gather information and solve problems 2.8 Understand that ICT can be used responsibly and creatively to peoples benefit Identify in which grade concept is taught

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MILEPOST 2
Geography Learning Goals
2.4 Know about the weather and climatic conditions in the host country and how they affect the environment and the lives of people living there 2.8 Be able to use maps at a variety of scales to locate the position and geographical features of particular localities 2.9 Be able to use secondary sources to obtain geographical information Identify in which grade concept is taught Identify in which grade concept is taught

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Language Arts Learning Goals

2.12 Be able to write in different forms 2.36 Be able to use reference materials to determine the meaning and pronunciation of unknown words

Notes

Mathematics Learning Goals

2.23 Know the names and properties of range of two- and three-dimensional shapes 2.28 Be able to extract and interpret information presented in simple tables and lists 2.29 Be able to gather information and present it in bar charts, pictograms and line graphs 2.30 Understand that some events are more likely to happen than others

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MILEPOST 3
ICT Learning Goals
3.1 Know that the study of ICT is concerned with applying technology to gather, use and exchange information 3.2 Know about an increasing number of applications of ICT for leisure, communication and work 3.3 Be able to frame questions appropriately when gathering and interrogating information 3.4 Be able to interpret their findings 3.5 Be able to identify whether their findings are valid 3.6 Be able to manipulate and combine different forms of information from different sources 3.7 Be able to use ICT to present information in a variety of forms 3.8 Be able to exchange information and ideas in a number of different ways 3.9 Be able to use ICT to control events 3.10 Be able to use ICT to sense physical data 3.11 Be able to use ICT-based models and simulations 3.12 Understand that the quality of information affects the results of any enquiry 3.13 Understand the importance of considering audience and purpose when presenting information Identify in which grade concept is taught

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Geography Learning Goals

3.13 Be able to use a variety of sources to gather geographical information 3.14 Be able to collect and record evidence to answer geographical questions 3.15 Be able to identify geographical patterns and to use their knowledge and understanding to explain them 3.17 Be able to use instruments to make measurements 3.18 Be able to use appropriate techniques to gather information 3.19 Be able to make plans and maps in a variety of scales using symbols and keys 3.20 Be able to use and interpret globes and maps in a variety of scales 3.21 Be able to use maps in a variety of scales to locate the position and geographical features of the host country and town, their home country and town, other countries and towns in which they and their peers have lived

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MILEPOST 3
History Learning Goals
3.9 Be able to enquire into historical issues and their effects on peoples lives 3.16 Be able to select and record information relevant to an historical topic 3.19 Be able to communicate their knowledge and understanding of history in a variety of ways, making appropriate use of dates and historical terms Identify in which grade concept is taught

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Language Arts Learning Goals

3.12 Be able to retrieve information and ideas from a range of written texts

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Mathematics Learning Goals

3.29 Be able to use appropriate instruments of measurement 3.30 Be able to find the perimeters and areas of various shapes 3.31 Understand the principles of drawing to scale 3.38 Be able to construct three-dimensional models accurately and to scale 3.39 Be able to collect and record data using appropriate tables, graphs and diagrams, using ICT where appropriate 3.40 Be able to interpret and draw conclusions from tables, graphs and diagrams

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Music Learning Goals

3.7 Be able to compose musical pieces combining musical elements within a structure

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Notes

Science Learning Goals

3.2 Be able to conduct scientific investigations (Recording and communicating their findings accurately using the most appropriate medium and the appropriate scientific vocabulary and conventions) 3.3 Be able to gather evidence from a variety of sources

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MILEPOST 4
3.1 Know that the study of ICT is concerned with applying technology to gather, use and exchange information

3.2 Know about an increasing number of applications of ICT for leisure, communication and work

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MILEPOST 4
ICT Learning Goals
4.1 Know that the study of ICT is concerned with applying technology to gather, use and exchange information 4.2 Know about an increasing number of applications of ICT for work, communication and leisure 4.3 Be able to use ICT safely, responsibly and respectfully 4.4 Be able to gather and interrogate information by framing questions appropriately 4.5 Be able to interpret their findings and identify whether their findings are valid 4.6 Be able to manipulate and combine different forms of information from different sources in an organized and efficient way 4.7 Be able to use ICT to present information in a variety of forms 4.8 Be able to exchange information and ideas in a number of different ways 4.9 Be able to use ICT to plan and control events 4.10 Be able to use ICT to sense physical data 4.11 Be able to use ICT-based models and simulations to predict outcomes 4.12 Understand that the quality of information affects the results of any enquiry 4.13 Understand the importance of considering audience and purpose when presenting information Identify in which grade concept is taught

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Geography Learning Goals

4.13 Be able to use and interpret globes, maps, atlases, photographs, computer models and satellite images in a variety of scales 4.14 Be able to make plans and maps using a variety of scales, symbols and keys 4.15 Be able to describe geographic locations using standard measures 4.19 Be able to use maps in a variety of scales to locate the position, geographical features and social environments of other countries and continents to gain an understanding of daily life

Identify in which grade concept is taught

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History Learning Goals

4.7 Be able to enquire into historical questions and their effects on peoples lives 4.14 Be able to select and record information relevant to a historical topic

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MILEPOST 4
History Learning Goals
4.15 Be able to place the events, people and changes in the periods they have studied into a chronological framework Identify in which grade concept is taught

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Language Arts Learning Goals

4.13 Be able to cite evidence that supports explicit and inferred meaning from the text 4.14 Be able to compare and contrast information from a variety of texts to understand how it affects meaning and style 4.23 Be able to use a range of strategies and tools for planning, drafting and revising their writing

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Mathematics Learning Goals

4.8 Be able to use tables, graphs, words and symbolic representations to represent and analyse general patterns of data, particularly linear relationships 4.21 Be able to develop a study to collect data in relation to two characteristics 4.22 Be able to select and create an appropriate graphical representation of data to suit a particular situation and audience 4.23 Be able to interpret statistical data, including graphic representation

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Music Learning Goals

4.10 Be able to create or compose short pieces within specified parameters

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Science Learning Goals

4.2 Be able to conduct scientific investigations with increasing rigor by: Recording and communicating their findings accurately using the most appropriate medium and the appropriate scientific vocabulary and conventions Suggesting ways in which their investigations and working methods could be improved

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Appendix B

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Parent and Community Technology Survey

Children(s) Grade Level: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Number of Children at RIS: ___________________________________ (1) On average how many times to you check our online systems weekly?: Less than 2 times a week 3 - 4 times a week Daily

(2) What is your preferred method of communication with teachers?: Personal Email LMS Messages Phone Calls

(3) What is your level of condence with using our online systems: Below Average Average Procient

(4) What is your preferred method of communication with teachers?: Personal Email LMS Messages Phone Calls

(5) ELEMENTARY PARENTS ONLY: Do you receive equal communication from the homeroom teachers and elective teachers? If no, please circle who you get more information from: Yes No Homeroom Teacher Elective Teachers (5) MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS ONLY: Do you receive equal communication from all the content areas, core and electives. If no, please circle who you get more information from: Yes Core Content Teachers (ELA,Math, Science,SS) No Elective Teachers

How do you judge our new Apple technology program, what can teachers do to improve the effectiveness of the program:

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Current Technology Communications This survey is designed to help your schools Technology Action Team identify how effective parent involvement, communication and support in childrens education at Rainbow currently is and how to improve it. Please consider all teacher communication as a whole when answering, do not just consider your homeroom teacher. For each statement below, circle the number to the right that most closely corresponds with the communication level. 1 = non-existent 2 = below average 3 = average 4 = above average Response Item There is an actively updated online system that updates you on childrens in class progress and academic results. Teachers actively communicate with parents through blog updates, lesson plans and online announcements via our Learning Management System (LMS). In class activities, eld trips, notices, homework, rubrics and projects are posted by teachers to keep parents update on day to day activities, student responsibilities, and academic assessment. Teachers are frequently communicating about student progress, positive or negative, through one of our online systems of email. The aspects of the new curriculum IPC/IMYC are being communicated to parents regularly. Teachers are notifying parents how they are utilizing our Apple program in their classrooms to reect our 21st century learning expectations and teach technology literacy. Does your school inform you about the importance of technology within the larger scope of daily life? Teachers have open and ongoing communications with parents regarding technology planning Are teachers communicating and providing you the tools needed to help you overcome barriers being faced by our online systems? Communication Level 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4

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For each statement below, circle the number to the right that most closely corresponds with the communication level. 1 = non-existent 2 = below average 3 = average 4 = above average

Response Item Updates on our LMS and SIS system are made by all teachers, not just homeroom teachers. Core content teachers update their blogs/lesson plans frequently Elective teachers (art, music, PE, ICT, language) update their blogs/lesson plans frequently The administration frequently updates website information and keeps parents informed through school blog. Responses to online inquiries are fast and meaningful

Communication Level 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4

Additional Comments or Ideas:

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New Implementation Ideas This survey is designed to help your schools Technology Action Team identify how it can plan and implement technology to support parent involvement in childrens education. For each statement below, circle the number to the right that most closely corresponds with your interest level. 1 = no interest 2 = low interest Response Item Set up a technology resource center where parents can access and check out technology resources for educational purposes Develop a telephone tree or verbal message tree in which parent-community volunteers inform other parents how to use the portable family technology resource center to enhance their children's learning achievement Set up an online parent resource section of the schools website so that parents can get information about school activities. Including links to classroom updates, online access to staff e-mail addresses, curriculum projects and school announcements. Invite parents to become computer lab or classroom assistants so that they can get hands-on training and meaningful practice with technology while also helping students with learning activities. Set up an online teacher-parent question-and-answer technology discussion area to facilitate ongoing communications among parents, staff, and invited guests Provide online communications that enable parents to send a prepared list of questions to the teacher ahead of time in preparation for face-to-face parent-teacher conferences. Volunteer parent technology committee that weighs in on the at home technology progress and effectiveness and communication with other parents Technology seminar/meeting to educate parents and community members on technology usage in the classroom. 1 1 3 = some interest 4 = high interest Interest Level 2 2 3 3 4 4

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Summary See complete responses

What is your child(s) grade level? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 3 3 0 1 0 0 1 36% 27% 27% 0% 9% 0% 0% 9%

People may select more than one checkbox, so percentages may add up to more than 100%.

Number of Children at RIS: 1 1 1 2 70? 2 1

On average how many times to you check our online systems weekly? Less than 2 times a week 3 - 4 times a week Daily

2 4 5

18% 36% 45%

What is your preferred method of communication with teachers? Personal Email LMS Messages Phone Calls 7 3 1 64% 27% 9%

What is your level of confidence with using our online systems Below Average Average Proficient 0 7 4 0% 64% 36%

What is your preferred method of communication with teachers? Personal Email LMS Messages Phone Calls 8 3 0 73% 27% 0%

Do you receive equal communication from the homeroom teachers and elective teachers? Yes 5 No 6

45% 55%

If you answered NO to the above question please check who you get the most information from. Homeroom Elective Teachers (Languages/Art/Music/ICT)

6 2

55% 18%

How do you judge the effectiveness of our Apple 1:1 program? What can teachers do to improve the effectiveness of the program? We could teach how to use website like prezi The teachers can use their blog more often so we can see that what is going on their classes. No comment I dont know the program so I dont know! Positive average very helpful it's very

effective on students study and homework effective. Good

well at this moment its fine with me bcos the I Pad is new to the Child, and its

All the teachers must update the programme not just homer teacher.

There is an actively updated online system that updates you on childrens in class progress and academic results. 1 - non-existent 0 2 3 4 - above average 6 1 4

0% 55% 9% 36%

non-existentabove average

Teachers actively communicate with parents through blog updates, lesson plans and online announcements via our Learning Management System (LMS). 1 - non-existent 2 3 4 - above average

0 1 7 3

0% 9% 64% 27%

non-existentabove average

In class activities, field trips, notices, homework, rubrics and projects are posted by teachers to keep parents update on day to day activities, student responsibilities, and academic assessment. 1 - non-existent 0 0% 2 3 4 - above average 2 4 5 18% 36% 45%

non-existentabove average

Teachers are frequently communicating about student progress, positive or negative, through one of our online systems of email. 1 - non-existent 0 0% 2 3 4 - above average 3 4 4 27% 36% 36%

non-existentabove average

The aspects of the new curriculum IPC/IMYC are being communicated to parents regularly. 1 - non-existent 2 3 4 - above average

1 6 1 3

9% 55% 9% 27%

non-existentabove average

Teachers are notifying parents how they are utilizing our Apple program in their classrooms to reflect our 21st century learning expectations and teach technology literacy. 1 - non-existent 1 9% 2 3 4 - above average 3 6 1 27% 55% 9%

non-existentabove average

Does your school inform you about the importance of technology within the larger scope of daily life? 1 - non-existent 1 9% 2 3 4 - above average 4 4 2 36% 36% 18%

non-existentabove average

Teachers have open and ongoing communications with parents regarding technology planning

1 - non-existent 2 3 4 - above average

2 2 6 1

18% 18% 55% 9%

non-existentabove average

Are teachers communicating and providing you the tools needed to help you overcome barriers being faced by our online systems? 1 - non-existent 2 18% 2 3 4 - above average 4 3 2 36% 27% 18%

non-existentabove average

Updates on our LMS and SIS system are made by all teachers, not just homeroom teachers. 1 - non-existent 2 3 4 - above average

1 3 3 4

9% 27% 27% 36%

non-existentabove average

Core content teachers update their blogs/lesson plans frequently 1 - non-existent 2 3 4 - above average 0 2 5 4 0% 18% 45% 36%

non-existentabove average

Elective teachers (art, music, PE, ICT, language) update their blogs/lesson plans frequently 1 - 3 27%

1 - non-existent 2 3 4 - above average

3 4 4 0

27% 36% 36% 0%

non-existentabove average

The administration frequently updates website information and keeps parents informed through school blog. 1 - non-existent 0 0% 2 3 4 - above average 3 6 2 27% 55% 18%

non-existentabove average

Responses to online inquiries are fast and meaningful 1 - non-existent 2 3 4 - above average 0 2 5 4 0% 18% 45% 36%

non-existentabove average

Set up a technology resource center where parents can access and check out technology resources for educational purposes 1 - no interest 0 0% 2 3 4 - high interest 1 4 6 9% 36% 55%

no interest

high interest

Develop a telephone tree or verbal message tree in which parent-community volunteers inform other parents how to use the portable family technology resource center to enhance their children's learning achievement 1 - no interest 0 0% 2 3 4 - high interest 2 7 2 18% 64% 18%

no interest

high interest

Set up an online parent resource section of the schools website so that parents can get information about school activities. Including links to classroom updates, online access to staff e-mail addresses, curriculum projects and school announcements. 1 - no interest 0 0% 2 3 4 - high interest 1 4 6 9% 36% 55%

no interest

high interest

Set up an online teacher-parent question-and-answer technology discussion area to facilitate ongoing communications among parents, staff, and invited guests 1 - no interest 0 0% 2 3 4 - high interest 0 5 6 0% 45% 55%

no interest

high interest

Provide online communications that enable parents to send a prepared list of questions to the teacher ahead of time in preparation for face-to-face parent-teacher conferences. 1 - no interest 0 0% 2 3 4 - high interest 0 6 5 0% 55% 45%

no interest

high interest

Volunteer parent technology committee that weighs in on the at home technology progress and effectiveness and communication with other parents 1 - no interest 0 2 3 4 - high interest 3 5 3

0% 27% 45% 27%

no interest

high interest

Technology seminar/meeting to educate parents and community members on technology usage in the classroom 1 - no interest 0 0% 2 3 4 - high interest 6 2 3 55% 18% 27%

no interest

high interest

Additional Comments or Concerns None I would like inform the School doing GREAT JOB so far thanks

No comments.

Number of daily responses

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Summary See complete responses

Are there any problems with any device (smart board, desktop computer, MacBook etc.) Smart board in music room i have a problem about speaker, grade 5 Mac and smart board connection projector Mouse problem Grade 2, third floor wireless internet. i don't have problem dont know how to connect mac to No Trackpad on Mac: Goes Sometimes computer gets My Smart Exchange Smart Board calibration in Grade 4

left and right in Science Room My PC is slow Mac and Smart Board connection blue and after typing it is going well connections. doesn't open on Desktop ... No desktop for Ms. Jones, she needs MS Office for certain things.

Grade 7 - desktop isn't always reliable - internet connection and smart

Do you know about the form ( help desk) on our tech web site? Yes, I know No, I don't know 15 2 88% 12%

Which applications do you generally use on your Mac? Pages Keynote Numbers IMovie Other 10 8 1 4 8 63% 50% 6% 25% 50%

People may select more than one checkbox, so percentages may add up to more than 100%.

Which programs do you use on your PC? Word Power Point Smart Notebook Other 10 10 5 11 59% 59% 29% 65%

Other

11

65%

People may select more than one checkbox, so percentages may add up to more than 100%.

On what topics training needed? pages keynote Imovie Smartboard notebook Google apps Other 4 3 6 5 5 14 27% 20% 40% 33% 33% 93%

People may select more than one checkbox, so percentages may add up to more than 100%.

What could make learning better in our school related to technology use? We are doing well. we need time to learn 2 or 3 drawing tablet for art class. time. Sharing information on Smart Board technology use, on-site trainings etc

we need

More collaboration between teachers, sharing ideas on

Learning and teaching how to do research, guiding students in their

researches by giving specific web sites, online cooperation in group works, finding appropriate tools for their projects such as posters. How can we check if they are using technology for educational purposes? Putting online trainings on our IT web site, specific web sites in each subject areas according to grade le ...

Number of daily responses

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Technology

Appendix C

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Acceptable Use Policy

STUDENT GUIDELINES

Technology

The purpose of the RIS server, computers and iPads is to support research and education. They offer access to a vast amount of information for use in studies, acting like an enormous extension to the school library and offering a great potential to support the curriculum. The computers are provided and maintained for the benet of all students, who are encouraged to use and enjoy these resources, and ensure they remain available to all. Pupils are responsible for good behavior on the Internet. Remember that access is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in that privilege being withdrawn. Transmission of any material in violation of any regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening material, obscene material, or material protected by trade secret. Use for commercial activities by for-prot institutions is not acceptable. Use for product advertisement or political lobbying is also prohibited. Illegal activities are strictly prohibited.

Equipment
Do not install, attempt to install, or store programs of any type on the computers without permission Do not damage, disable, or otherwise harm the operation of computers, or intentionally waste resources Do not use the computers for commercial purposes, e.g. buying or selling goods Exercise care with les brought in on removable media (such as CDs, DVDs, ash drives etc) Check them with antivirus software rst to make sure they are clean of viruses Do not connect mobile equipment to the network (eg laptops, tablet PCs, PDAs etc) without permission from the Computer Teacher Do not eat or drink near computer equipment

Security and Privacy

Do not disclose your password to others, or use passwords intended for the use of others Do not contact people you do not know through the internet Never tell anyone you meet on the Internet your home address, your telephone number, your schools name, or send them your picture, unless you are given permission to do so Do not use the computers in a way that harasses, harms, offends or insults others Respect security in place on the computers and do not attempt to bypass or alter settings Computer storage areas and oppy disks will be treated like school lockers. Staff may review les and communications to ensure that users are using the system responsibly

Internet
Do not use the Internet to obtain, download, send, print, display or otherwise transmit or gain access to materials which are unlawful, obscene or abusive Respect the work and ownership rights of people outside the school, as well as other students or staff. This includes abiding by copyright laws Do not engage in chat or online gaming activities over the Internet. This takes up valuable resources which could be used by others to benet their studies People you contact online are not always who they seem. Never arrange to meet anyone unless your parent/guardian or teacher goes with you

Email
Be polite and appreciate that other users might have different views from your own. The use of strong language, swearing or aggressive behavior is not allowed;

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Technology

Never open attachments to emails unless they come from someone you already know and trust. They could contain viruses or other programs which would destroy all the information and software on your computer; The sending or receiving of emails containing material likely to be unsuitable for children or schools is strictly forbidden. This applies to any material of a violent, dangerous, racist, or inappropriate content. Always report such messages to a member of staff.

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Grades 1 - 3 User Agreement

Technology

Rainbow International School is pleased to provide you with access to a variety of computing technology. Technology at Rainbow is provided for educational purposes. Please review this agreement with your parent/guardian. Procedures and rules regarding the use of computing technology at Rainbow must be followed.

Acceptable and Appropriate Use

I will use the computing technology as instructed by my teachers. I may use the Internet when a teacher is present or I have special permission to do so. I will only use the IT facility for recreational purposes when I have permission from my teacher. I will never use schools IT facility or resources for Cyber-bullying, visiting unacceptable sites, and/or illegal activity. I may quote another person's work if I acknowledge it in a reference note. I will not buy or sell materials using school computers. I will follow the school rules when using and downloading any les and software. I will be polite. I will only use language that is acceptable in my school. I will send messages that contain words or information I would write on a classroom blackboard. I will not use the IT facility in any way that will harm the system or another persons work. I will respect the privacy of others. I will not go into another person's private mail or les or post information about others on the internet without their consent. I will not deliberately damage the IT facility or resources

Safe Use
I will keep my name, home address, school name and address and my phone number a secret if I meet strangers on the Internet. If I am invited to meet someone face-to-face, I will tell my teacher immediately. I will tell my teacher immediately if I see anything on my computer that I am unhappy seeing, or if I receive messages I do not like. I will inform my teacher immediately if I am ever uncomfortable or frightened on the Internet (because another user is not using acceptable behavior). I will seek help from principals, teachers and parents when someone tries to Cyber-bully me and report all Cyber-bullying to them.

Responsibility
I understand if I do anything that is against this agreement I will face the consequences If I break the rules once, I will receive one session off from using the computer. If I break the rules twice, I will receive two sessions off from using the computer. If I break the rules again, I will receive four sessions off from using the computer. I ____________________________________________ agree to the rules, policies and consequences
Student signature

written on this paper. I ____________________________________________ agree to the rules, policies and consequences
Parent/Guardian signature

written on this paper and give my child permission to use the IT Facility and Resources at school.
Date Signed: _________________________ Homeroom Teacher: ____________________________________

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1-1 iPad Program User Agreement

21st century students expect to be able to learn anywhere and at any time. Part of Rainbow International Schools Improvement Plan is to provide laptop computers to students to assist in the delivery of the Curriculum. It is essential that the following guidelines be followed to ensure the safe, efficient, and ethical operation of this MacBook Pro. This loan is subject to review on a regular basis, and can be withdrawn at any time. Students will be permitted to take their MacBook Pro home to complete assignments. Use of this equipment for purpose other than educational use may result in loss of computer privileges.

Bring the iPad, charged and ready to go, every school day. You may want to bring your charger with
you to school as a backup. If the iPad is left at home, the student is still responsible to complete all course work as if they had their iPad present.

Keep the iPad with you, in your locked locker, or within your sight at all times. Do not let anyone use the iPad other than your parents or guardians. All carrying cases, power cords, and other accessories must be clearly labelled with the student's
name.

Student should not remove or damage serial numbers and other identification labels. Report any problems, damage, or theft immediately to the ICT staff or the main office. Unauthorized use of games, videos, movies, on the iPad is prohibited. Students should respect school`s values and expectations regarding the use of the internet and email
at school and home.

Student should treat the iPad with due care and keep the iPad in good condition, ensure that it is
strapped in to the carry case when transported and/or not in use, not leave the iPad unattended in class without being secured and avoid food and drink near the keyboard/touch pad.

iPad is to be kept securely locked in hall lockers when they are not in use or necessary in class. Student should use applications licensed by the school, authorised by the teacher and installed by
the schools ICT staff.

The student is responsible for any damage to the computer. Rainbow International School reserves the right to limit a student`s access to the iPad or the
Internet for any reason.

If a student violates any part of this policy, the following disciplinary steps will be taken:
a.1st Offense-Student will check in/checkout their iPad from the Aministration Office for one (1) week b.2nd Offense-One week of iPad privilege suspension (student still responsible for all required work) c.3rd Offense-Loss of iPad privileges for a length of time determined by the administration.

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1-1 MacBook Pro Program User Agreement

21st century students expect to be able to learn anywhere and at any time. Part of Rainbow International Schools Improvement Plan is to provide laptop computers to students to assist in the delivery of the Curriculum. It is essential that the following guidelines be followed to ensure the safe, efficient, and ethical operation of this MacBook Pro. This loan is subject to review on a regular basis, and can be withdrawn at any time. Students will be permitted to take their MacBook Pro home to complete assignments. Use of this equipment for purpose other than educational use may result in loss of computer privileges.

MacBook Pro must be carried in an approved computer sleeve when students are moving from class
to class and when students are traveling to and from school.

All carrying cases, power cords, and other accessories must be clearly labelled with the student's
name.

Student should not remove or damage serial numbers and other identification labels. Student should bring the fully charged MacBook Pro and MacBook Pro power cord to school every
day.

Students should respect school`s values and expectations regarding the use of the internet and email at
school and home.

Student should treat the laptop with due care and keep the laptop in good condition, ensure that it is
strapped in to the carry case when transported and/or not in use, not leave the laptop unattended in class without being secured and avoid food and drink near the keyboard/touch pad.

MacBook Pro is to be kept securely locked in hall lockers when they are not in use or necessary in
class.

Computers should never be placed in student`s computer bag while they are turned on. The computer
should either be turned `off` or in `sleep` mode. In addition, computer should not be placed on or under soft items such as pillows, chairs or sofa cushions, or blankets. This will cause the computer to overheat, and result in damage to the computer.

The configuration of the computer`s hardware equipment and all accompanying software may not be
altered, nor can software on it be copied to other computers. Student should use software licensed by the school, authorised by the teacher and installed by the schools ICT staff.

The student is responsible for any damage to the computer. Rainbow International School reserves the right to limit a student`s access to the computer or the
Internet for any reason.

If a student violates any part of this policy, the following disciplinary steps will be taken:
a.1st Offense-Student will check-in/checkout his/her computer from the Administration Office for one week b.2nd Offense-One week of computer privilege suspension (student still responsible for all required work) c.3rd Offense-Loss of MacBook Pro privileges for a length of time determined by the administration.