We will seek to model best practices in the acquisition and incorporation of current technologies appropriate for instruction and administrative support. We will support our faculty and staff with training and tools in service of our students, their families, and our colleagues.
Enhancing student achievement and learning are key to the goal of the technology program. Teachers apply instructional practices to help students become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and lifelong learners. Technology serves as the thread found throughout the general curriculum.
St Lawrence O'Toole has adopted technology which is integrated with the educational process. Therefore, teachers integrate 21st century skills within the context of their lessons, and use technology as a resource for learning.
Technology is a part of classroom functionality, as well as, administrative and student record management and communications. The school has 24 computers in the computer lab, 36 MAC laptops and 43 chromebooks. Student use of technology is relevant and applicable to real world research, critical thinking and problem solving. Additionally, teachers incorporate use of plasma screens and smart boards during classroom instruction.