With the increasing popularity of the “I”tools (iPad and iTouch) or similar Windows Mobile, Blackberry, Linux, and/or Android devices, the Mountain Brook Schools technology department has developed guidelines for the safe, effective, and financially responsible use of the devices themselves and the purchase of educational apps. Please be aware, that school funds include public and private monies and purchases of any kind must be in accordance with the local, state, and federal purchasing guidelines.
As with all technology related local school or school district purchases, to receive the required support, assistance, and access, any type of “personal/mobile” WiFi or 4G computing device should be approved by the technology department prior to purchase.
Mountain Brook Schools are still in the pilot stage. We are currently piloting as a tool for administrators and for select students. We have several teachers also testing the tool but the teacher pilot is not widespread at this time.
Donna Williamson
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