Students will use a full range of information systems, including computers, to process information and to network with different school and community resources, such as libraries, people, museums, business, industry. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills related to the tools, materials, and processes of technology Students will understand the relationship among various disciplines, identify common themes, connecting them, and apply these themes to other areas. The New York State Education Department Model School Program has recognized the district's vision and philosophy by awarding nine teachers competitive grants in recognition of their outstanding integration of technology into the curriculum. Members of the professional staff have accepted invitations to present aspects of the district's instructional computing program at local, state and national conferences. Half Hollow Hills' emphasis is upon active participatory knowledge gathering and sharing where learners create knowledge versus inactive book learning.
Multimedia computers add a new dimension to experiential learning and enrich the education process.
By manipulating sound, video, graphics and text students control their own learning experiences. Teachers are trained in the mechanics of using the hardware and software through the exploration of tools which enhance and expand the curriculum by including learner-centered, interdisciplinary, constructionist activities. All staff development sessions have been designed to serve as models for participatory learning. As learners, the teachers engage in activities that involve collaborative learning, discussion and independent research. A significant array of inservice courses in technology is offered throughout every year.