As leaders in academic excellence, the Ottawa-Glandorf School District recognizes that students of this generation learn and engage in education differently than students in the past. Research has demonstrated that students today learn best when they are actively involved in their education, and technology engages students in all grade levels and at all academic levels. As a result, schools need to use technology to promote active and engaged learning throughout their educational experience. Effective integration of technology into teaching and learning can result in higher levels of student achievement. Therefore, Ottawa-Glandorf High School will continue the implementation of our iPad initiative this school year.
The philosophy behind the iPad Initiative
While there are several different technology “tools” to explore, it was determined that the iPad is presently the “tool” with the greatest potential to meet the individual needs of students and provide a smooth integration into the district’s technology environment. After considering the cost, limitations, available applications, and portability, the iPad was chosen as the optimal technology for our students. Overall, the iPad is both an effective and economical way to integrate technology into the education of our students.
iPad Distribution
- Upperclassmen may pick up their iPad anytime between 8:00am-11:00am, or 12:00pm-2:00pm on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Students should report to the High School office to make their iPad payment, receive receipt, and class schedule.
- Freshmen Orientation and iPad distribution is on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Please attend one of the following sessions. Please report to the High School Auditorium.
| Thursday, August 17, 2023 | |
9:00 AM |
Freshmen Orientation / iPad Distribution |
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1:00 PM |
Freshmen Orientation / iPad Distribution |
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5:30 PM |
Freshmen Orientation / iPad Distribution |
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Parent(s) of a freshman student are required to attend the Orientation/Distribution.
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Students and parents are encouraged to attend earlier orientation sessions if possible.
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Parent(s) of upperclassmen are not required to attend.
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No iPad will be distributed without an iPad Agreement signed by the parent and the $50.00 payment.
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The iPad Loan Agreement must be completed in Final Forms prior to receiving your iPad. You will not receive
your iPad without completing the iPad Loan Agreement. Please see attached Final Forms instructions.
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In addition to paying for your iPad, you will also have the opportunity to fund your lunch account.
The Annual Technology Protection Fund is $50.00 per student and must be paid before the iPad will be distributed.
SCHEDULE CHANGE REMINDER - once school starts in August, schedule changes will not be permitted. Students must contact a school counselor prior to the first day of school if a change is needed.