Schools are challenged to prepare students for the complex demands of the 21st century. As digital citizens, people communicate, gather information, collaborate, and problem solve in a global virtual environment. One to one technology allows the KHS community the opportunity to enhance the skills necessary to compete and thrive in an ever-changing world The Killingly Professional Learning Community embraces one to one computing to engage students and practice the principals of the KHS Mission Statement: Responsibility, Excellence, and Dedication.
Responsibility: -Students are digital learners using 21st century skills, practicing ethical, digital literacy as independent learners and thinkers.
Excellence: -Students excel in a 21st century curriculum providing increased rigor and relevance in an authentic learning environment.
Dedication: -Students are engaged in their learning experiences as dedicated life-long learners in a technology driven world.
1 to 1 Goals
1. Improve Student Achievement
Decrease Drop-out Rate
Increase Standardized Test Scores (CAPT and SAT)
Demonstrate Computer Proficiency
Acquire 21st Century Skills
Increase Problem Solving Ability
Increase student and staff attendance
Decrease student behavior referrals and suspensions
2. Improve Teaching and Learning
Hands on instruction
Differentiated instruction
Increased Rigor and Relevance in the classroom
Interdisciplinary approach
Authentic assessment
3. Eliminate the Digital Divide
Provide access to state of the art laptops to all students
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