Elementary

The FPS Technology Plan maps out our K-5 initiatives. An elementary task force invited input and feedback from all elementary teachers and administrators to define the need for technology in these grade levels and the best allocation and implementation to meet that need. Our goal is to ensure all students participate in a wide variety of learning experiences where they receive instruction specific to information literacy, digital citizenship, communication, critical thinking, and appropriate technology tools to support math, literacy, and other content area learning. All elementary students will learn keyboarding and basic technology skills, use technology to support individual practice, and receive feedback about their learning.

Implementation
Grades K-2 assign iPads to each student. Students use these devices throughout the day to support reading and math instruction as part of their daily routines.

Grades 3-5 assign Chromebooks to each student. Students in grades 3, 4, and 5 use technology for writing, research, reading, math supports, and keyboarding.

Grades K-5 use Seesaw to communicate and share learning with families. Media specialists provide ongoing classroom support and training in each building for students and staff.

Keyboarding Instruction
Third-grade students receive formal keyboarding instruction from their classroom teacher as part of the core curriculum. Students in grades 4 and 5 practice their keyboarding technique with the goal of typing 30 words per minute before they transition to middle school.

Useful Links for Elementary Implementation

• Responsible Use Policy
• Student-Parent Contract
• Elementary Technology Support Website
• Digital Citizenship