We must improve the way we learn, teach and serve our WVCS community. The technology department will play a vital role in keeping the school on the cutting edge of the integration of technology and education. Disadvantages include the cost of technology, the need for comprehensive training for teachers, students, and parents, and the fear of the unknown and/or the corruption of technology. We are responding by becoming very informed about the best practices for 1-1 schools, and anticipating fears so that we can respond and train accordingly. Our aim is to develop students: who can have their academic questions answered anywhere and anytime; who can be more creative; can have deeper learning and understanding results; and who can enhance peer interaction and group collaboration.

Technology Development

WVCS learners will…

• Practice mastery in and application of technology and related software applications.
• Apply computer skills for research and communication to develop assigned projects, essays, and presentations.
• Exhibit competence with other appropriate technologies essential for future success.

Use of technology is integrated to every course in middle school, and students take computer skills courses to develop students: who can have their academic questions answered anywhere and anytime; who can be more creative; can have deeper learning and understanding results; and who can enhance peer interaction and group collaboration.