Technology at Hawks Rise supports a learning environment of differentiated instruction, student assessments, and collaborative projects, where technology is used productively, responsible, and appropriately.
There are over 800-networked Chromebooks at Hawks Rise. One computer lab consisting of 26 Windows-based desktops allow for Technology classes, practice of fundamental math and reading skills, and produce content based on units of study.
Classrooms at Hawks Rise have either a Newline SmartPanel, Viewsonic or SMART board and a document camera connected to the teacher’s computer utilizing an overhead projector that allows teaching of curriculum through Wonders, ThinkCentral, Go-Math and many other software teaching platforms. A sound system, with student and teacher microphones, ensures that all students can focus and hear what’s being discussed.
Inside our NEW STEAM LAB located within the Media Center students will find a cart of 26 iPads, 4-3D printers, a 70 inch Newline touchscreen panel, and numerous grade level STEAM kits for hands on learning.
Software consist of the complete Microsoft O365 Office Suite, Renaissance Place AR and STAR, ThinkCentral-Go Math curriculum, Wonders reading curriculum, Brain-Pop, Lexia, iReady, Google planet apps and many more.