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Technology Enhanced Learning<\/h1>\n

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Preparing Students for Their Future<\/h2>\n

At Downey Unified, we work to ensure that our students are college and career ready and globally competitive. That is why we provide our students with technology that is relevant, will help them connect with the real world, and provide important job-related skills. Furthermore, our use of educational technology supports different kinds of learners, encourages collaboration, and provides students with fun new ways to learn.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/Z8mw_b5tGto” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

\u201cWe believe in providing robust opportunities for our students to think deeply and creatively, allowing them to have voice and choice while utilizing an iPad as a tool for learning across all content areas. We are committed to providing a learning environment where our students are engaged, challenged and are on a continuous path toward innovation. \u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

– Jennifer Robbins, Director of Elementary Education\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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93% of our teachers agree that technology helps students grasp difficult concepts.<\/span><\/h2>\n

– Teacher Responses from Apple Survey<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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1:1 iPad Program<\/h4>\n

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21st Century Learning<\/h4>\n

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Tech Squad<\/h4>\n

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Innovation Labs<\/h4>\n

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Apple Certified Teachers<\/h4>\n

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Apple Distinguished School<\/h4>\n

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An Apple Distinguished School<\/h2>\n

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Gauldin was selected as an Apple Distinguished School<\/a> for its unique and innovative implementation of Apple technologies that foster tech-rich environments that ultimately enhance students\u2019 learning opportunities. Only 31 schools in California have been selected for this distinguished award. Learn more about the award<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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– Jennifer Robbins, Director of Elementary Education\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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1:1 iPad Program<\/h3>\n

We believe all students should have equal access to technology. Therefore, each student is loaned a device to use and take home for the school year.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tech Squad<\/h3>\n

This team of student leaders promotes creativity and inspires others. Their role is to teach others how to use a variety of tools with turorials and one-on-one sessions.<\/p>\n

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STEM Programs<\/h3>\n

Various programs are available for students to explore technical subjects. Some examples include coding, robotics, engineering, digital video, and more!<\/p>\n

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Ready to Get Started?<\/h2>\n

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Forging Responsible & Aware Digital Citizens<\/h2>\n

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We cannot properly prep our students for the future without lessons in digital citizenship. It is vital in the world we live in today. At Downey Unified, we teach our students how their words online have real-world effects and the permanence of their digital footprint, along with key online safety skills.<\/p>\n

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