The Shelby County School System works diligently to lay a firm foundation at the elementary level. Instruction is offered in research, library , and technology skills. To build on that foundation, a wide range of Advanced Placement courses and career-technical paths are offered. The Shelby County School District strives to meet the academic needs of today's students. The Shelby County School System recognizes that telecommunications and other new technologies have transformed the ways that information may be accessed and communicated.
Students benefit greatly from the rich informational resources available by access to the internet.
Information research skills have become a necessary part of the educational process so students are able to effectively utilize the 10,000 plus computers in our school system. Personnel who are designated as Technology Teachers must complete a minimum of 15 hours of training. Those designated as 21st Century Teachers must complete an additional 30 hours of technology training. The primary focus of technology in Shelby County Schools is the use of computers and the internet as integral tools for instruction. The instructional staff blends thoughtful use of the internet throughout the curriculum and provides guidance and instruction to students in its use.