Welcome to our Tech Department

Vision Statement:
If technology is to realize its powerful potential for improving education in Lakewood School District, it must be used for more than just automating the traditional methods and practices of teaching.

Rather than the computer being a tool, which allows a common task to be done more efficiently, technology will fundamentally change how instruction is delivered, how student performance is measured, and how teachers view themselves as professionals.

Professional development is a key component of the district's technology plan. Lakewood has adopted a technology skill competency system that has three levels. Level 1 - Basic technology, Level 2 - Beginning technology integration, and Level 3 - Teaching and learning in the classroom. Level 3 will contain a hardware package which may include a computer, SMART Board, projector, DVD/VHS player, document camera, and audio enhancement system. To obtain the package teachers must demonstrate competency in Levels 1 and 2 and agree to participate in the Level 3 program. Our technology professional development is based around this leveled program. We are in the initial stages of encouraging all teachers to reach at least Level 1.

Visit our Tech Levy page to view more information about the latest technology levy and to see some of our Instructional Technology in Action.