Personal student laptops allowed in school

NISD Communications Department

July 24, 2009

Starting in August, all middle and high school students will be able to bring their own personal laptops to school and connect to the District's wireless Internet network.

"This is a big opportunity for students who wish to stay connected to the Internet to do their class work and take advantage of the digital resources available," said Kelly Smith, Assistant Superintendent for Technology Services.

Last year, the personal student laptop initiative was successfully piloted at Brandeis High School and Vale Middle School

Parents must sign a consent form and also accept liability for lost or stolen laptops.

The laptop initiative is one of many programs the District has in place to make sure students and staff maximize their use of technology. Currently, the District is in the process of replacing teacher desktop computers with wireless laptops.

Teachers can use the laptops at school and at home, and those teachers who don't have an assigned desk can access student records and professional resources.

"Northside is a leader in instructional technology," Superintendent John Folks said. "We need to make sure students are prepared to be successful in the 21^st century."

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