After continuing computer problems, including inappropriate internet searches, playing games, harassing emails, taking/sending pictures, several missing computers (possible bullying), stolen batteries, failure to properly store and/or charge on a large scale in our pod, we are going to end the year without computer use.  Sadly, the issues are too widespread to continue taking computers from individual students.  Creating paper alternatives or managing behavior for that number of students without computers in class makes more work for us as teachers.  Having them all working on paper makes things more manageable. 

After Friday, May 5, (about a week earlier than usual) only students with documented IEP/504 accommodations will be allowed access to computers.  These students have been/will be informed and will be closely monitored by teachers. 

If they are currently working on research or writing assignments, teachers have been encouraging students to finish as much as they can before the end of the day Friday.  After that, they can work on computers at home or work on paper.  All our lesson plans for the remainder of the year will be adapted to paper, hands on, or verbal options. 

A reminder that all grades for the quarter will be posted on May 19, and any makeup work is due May 15.  Students wanted to continue checking grades in IC at home may request their username and passwords from teachers if they need them. 

For specific assignment questions, please reach out to the applicable teacher.   

For questions or concerns regarding this decision, please reach out to [email protected]