Workshop Objectives & GoalsWorkshop Objectives & Goals

• The parents and students will…– Realize why PASD wants to give each student a laptop– Understand PASD policies supporting this intiative– Understand how the Internet is utilized in this program– Learn to responsibly manage/care for their laptop– Understand the maintenance, repair, & student

discipline issues– Learn to use the laptop’s basic functions– Determine whether the student can take the laptop

home or not

Gone are the days when students were passive learners listening to a teacher lecture!

Why Is PAHS Giving Laptops to Why Is PAHS Giving Laptops to Students?Students?

Why Is PAHS Giving Laptops to Why Is PAHS Giving Laptops to Students?Students?

Students should be engaged in learning!

Better instruction for our students

How Can Laptops Help Our Students How Can Laptops Help Our Students Achieve Success?Achieve Success?

Students who are accountable

How Can Laptops Help Our Students How Can Laptops Help Our Students Achieve Success?Achieve Success?

What Else Can Laptops Bring to Our What Else Can Laptops Bring to Our Community?Community?

Promotion of local economic growth and development

What Else Can Laptops Bring to Our What Else Can Laptops Bring to Our Community?Community?

Better communication between…

parents

school

businessesCommunity members

teachers

How Can Laptops Enhance a Student’s How Can Laptops Enhance a Student’s Classroom Experience?Classroom Experience?

Become more creative & innovative Students

Become adept at researching & sorting through

information online Develop critical thinking, problem solving, & decision-

making skills

Communicate & collaborate globally

Why Apple Computers?Why Apple Computers?• MacBooks use Microsoft Office applications:

Word, PowerPoint, and Excel• Tools for projects are built into the laptop-podcasting, movies,

slide presentations• Durable & cost effective• Teachers receive excellent training & support• Less prone to viruses & problems• One computer image for educational purposes-consistent

education for all

What Training & Support for What Training & Support for Faculty & Parents Is Offered?Faculty & Parents Is Offered?

• Summer Tech Camp for Teachers• In-Service Time

– dedicated to technology training• Tech Classes for Teachers (during PD time/Prep)

– Tech Coach conducts trainings during prep periods• Parent and Student Orientation

– required for home use• Adult Education Classes/Workshops

– via PASD and community organizations

Internet InformationInternet Information

Firefox Safari

What Kind of Internet What Kind of Internet Access Is Needed for Use?Access Is Needed for Use?

• broadband access (DSL, cable, or satellite) to use the Internet

• High school wireless access while building is open

• Working to build partnerships with community organizations to provide wireless Internet

Additional Internet InformationAdditional Internet Information

• Students will have VPN (Virtual Private Network) access to their files on the network

• PASD technicians are not able to service your Internet at home

• Internet is not required for participation in the program

How Will the Internet Work at School?How Will the Internet Work at School?

• Websites are filtered due to state and federal regulations

• Assignments will be set up so that students can gather info on the Internet at school & build the project at home.

How Can the Internet Be Used How Can the Internet Be Used Educationally?Educationally?

• Responding to & commenting on topics – (current events, predicting action in a novel, etc)

• Creating written/media projects & commenting on each other’s work

• Review before a test/quiz• Collaborate on projects• Create content pages on curriculum topics• Research

How Will the Internet Work at Home?How Will the Internet Work at Home?

• Parental supervision is encouraged while the District equipment is used at home in adherence with the PASD Acceptable Use of the Internet Policy (Policy No. 815)

• Students will be responsible for content accessed & downloaded at home & brought into the school network

• Remember the Internet will not be filtered in your home unless you have a filter on your network

• Students should always be supervised & educated when using the Internet

How To Check the History on InternetHow To Check the History on Internet

Firefox:– Go to “History” & select ”show all history”– Search by name of site, visit history (date), or

location

Safari:– Go to “History” & select ”show all history”– Search by date or website

How to Connect to the InternetHow to Connect to the Internet

• SCHOOL– Via Filtered Access– Students are locked

out to other levels of access

STUDENTACCESS

How to Connect to the InternetHow to Connect to the InternetHOME: Cable Connection

ETHERNET PORT

ETHERNET CABLE

How to Connect to the InternetHow to Connect to the InternetSCHOOL or HOME: Wireless Connection

WIRELESSCONNECTION

Wireless Choices:

PASSWORD PROTECTED CONNECTIONS need a password because they are encrypted

NO PASSWORDshould easily connect by selecting the choice-no encryption

How to Connect to the InternetHow to Connect to the InternetHOME: Wireless Connection

With No Password Protection (not recommended)

•Wireless accounts without a password should be easily detected by the laptop upon opening it

•Just click on the name (no lock)

How to Connect to the InternetHow to Connect to the InternetHOME: Wireless Connection

Password Protected

•Network Name may appear or can be added

•Enter the WEP Password

•Select “Remember this network” for easy home use

Laptop Concerns & ManagementLaptop Concerns & Management

What are the Dos of Using the What are the Dos of Using the Computer at Home?Computer at Home?

Do:– Homework/projects/school-related items– Online shopping/browsing (news, weather,

directions, presents, etc.)– Editing pictures, videos– Keep it safe from pets, small children, etc.– Keep it charged so that you are prepared for

school each day (Bring CHARGER to school daily)– Back up important files (more on how-to later)

What are the Don’ts of Using the What are the Don’ts of Using the Computer at Home?Computer at Home?

Don’t:– Save important family/personal files on the

computer (documents, pictures, videos, etc.)– Use social websites (MySpace, Facebook) to harm

others or to post inappropriate materials– Download or store illegally obtained media files

on your computer (subject to copyright law)– Use the computer near food or liquids

How Will Student Issues & Discipline How Will Student Issues & Discipline Be Handled?Be Handled?

• Acceptable Use Policy• Withdrawal from School Policy• Lending of School Owned Equipment & Books

Policy• Copyright Material Policy• Use of School Facilities Policy• Care of School Property Policy• Signed Agreement for Use of Laptop at Home

How Will Student Issues & Discipline How Will Student Issues & Discipline Be Handled con’t?Be Handled con’t?

• Signed Agreement for Use of Laptop to go Home• Laptops will be called in for periodic checks &

service• Consequences for Misuse:

INFORMAL WARNINGS/VERBAL WARNINGS

OFFICIAL WARNING:•DETENTION•SUSPENSION•EXPULSION

PAYMENT FOR DAMAGES

LOSS OF AT-HOME PRIVILEGES

CRIMINAL PROSECUTION

How Will Tech Issues & How Will Tech Issues & Repairs Be Handled?Repairs Be Handled?

• iTeam Tech Support (PHS Library staff):­ students providing tech support to faculty and

students­ Determine need for loaner (if further repair needed)

• Schoolwires Help Desk Software:­ to track repairs in school

• New Technician: ­ primary duty is to support 21st Century Learning

Initiative in high school• Permanent District Technology Coach:

­ to assist teachers and provide training opportunities

Laptop MaintenanceLaptop Maintenance

• What steps to take if something is wrong:– Turn the computer off & then on again– Take it to the iTeam in the library to check– Do not try to repair the laptop on your own– ALL repairs MUST be done by PASD staff:

• Important for maintaining warranties• Permits staff to track repairs & make proper repairs• Modifications to hardware/software not permitted

How Much Will This Cost Families?How Much Will This Cost Families?

• NOTHING for responsible use and care of laptop, charger, and protective carrying case

• Lost equipment=full replacement cost• Malicious, negligent, and willful damage to

machines=full repair or replacement cost• Student subject to Acceptable Use Policy

How Much Will This Cost Families Con’t?How Much Will This Cost Families Con’t?

• Stolen equipment must have proof of theft• Homeowners insurance may cover damage or

loss of theft – Check with provider

– Low cost ryder is an option

Turning On & OffTurning On & Off

Logging In Logging In

•Must log in at school the first time that a student uses the machine

•Parents will need to use student log in

Charger/BatteryCharger/Battery

Finding Applications/ProgramsFinding Applications/Programs

• What is on the computer?“Finder”-Applications (list of all programs on

computer)• The Dock-quick access to most used apps• Checking overall computer activity

– Go to: “Apple”-”Recent Items”-recent activity is listed here

Places to Save FilesPlaces to Save Files

• Saving files on the computer • Saving files to the server—student school work only

• Saving files from home• Saving files on a USB driver (keychain, flash, etc.)• Saving files to a disk• Portable hard drives

Saving/Accessing FilesSaving/Accessing Files

At SCHOOL

Accessing FilesAccessing Files

• From HOMEhttps://punxsy.k12.pa.us

Saving/Accessing Files from a USB DriverSaving/Accessing Files from a USB Driver

Many Different Types

Icon which appears on desktop

Saving/Accessing Files from CDSaving/Accessing Files from CD

Files Saved to LaptopFiles Saved to Laptop

• Not the school’s responsibility to save or recover them if something happens to the laptop

• You should back up important files (documents, pictures, music)

• Bookmarks can be lost-be careful!

PasswordsPasswords

• Passwords-be careful if you have the laptop remember them!

• Keep passwords in a secure location not on computer

• Storing other personal information on the laptop is discouraged

• Caution with web-based applications (on-line banking, credit card sites, shopping sites)

PrintingPrinting

• Students will be able to select a printer from a list while in school

• Printing can be down at multiple locations before and after school as needed

• Printing can be tracked by computer user, so be sure you are only printing what you are required to for each assignment

• Printing at home will require a UBS cord. The school will not add printer software for home use.

Logging OffLogging Off

Cleaning the LaptopCleaning the LaptopDO

•Be sure to turn off your Mac

•Unplug the power cord from the wall or power strip

•Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth with mild non-abrasive soap or detergent.

Cleaning the LaptopCleaning the LaptopDO NOT•use window sprays or cleaning products containing ammonia, alcohol, or abrasive ingredients

•use rough towels or cloths to dry the plastic

•Spray cleaner directly onto your computer (Liquid could drip inside the case and cause an electrical shock and/or electrical malfunction.)

•Take the battery out of the machine

Where Do I Go for Help?Where Do I Go for Help?

• On the Punxsutwney Area School District Website:

Helpful information will be posted here for the

21st Century Learning Initiative

Student & Parent Loan Student & Parent Loan Agreement FormAgreement Form

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Questions?Questions?

Comments?Comments?

Review?Review?