Special needs students are included in the regular classroom setting as per the requirements of their IEPs. Students are not grouped by ability, but they are grouped heterogeneously into one of three, 100-student, grade level teams. Each classroom in the building has 3-7 classroom computers that are connected to the districtwide network and to the building wide media distribution system.
All computers have internet access.
Students and teachers have a working knowledge of AppleWorks, Netscape Communicator, Inspiration, and HomePage. Students will improve their problem solving skills in situations involving currency and nutrition. Students will continue their development of information research skills using the internet. Students will use the computer and related technologies to access, analyze, compile, and present information. Students will develop skills and experience working as part of a team.