Chapter 6: Flexible Learning Environment
In the interview below, English teacher and technology coach Tom Yorke provides an overview of the technological infrastructure at Sharon Springs Central School.
The image above shows a data report pulled from SSCS’s LightSpeed filtering system, giving the IT department an indication of district wide concerns.
The image to the left shows a concern pushed to the Chief Technology Officer at SSCS – Tom Reynolds. This allows the administration the ability to act promptly and prudently if students are utilizing their devices inappropriately.
With these safeguards, SSCS is able to comply with Children’s Internet Protection Act laws and provide parents with a high level of confidence that their child is protected. Additionally, teachers and students work closely with the IT department and administration to ensure that the filter is used working effectively at what its designed to do.
