1:1 Computer InitiativePARENT FAQS

FAQs

Which students receive computers and how long do they keep them?

All 7th-12th grade students receive a computer. Each computer currently has a 4 year life cycle.

FAQs

Why are students given computers and how are they used during the day?

In an effort to successfully prepare all students for their futures, technology use and understanding will be key. Mattson has the highest rate of technology use amongst the KSD middle schools thus computers are used daily in most classes for Do Nows, daily assignments, research, appropriate reading materials, and the like.

FAQs

What are the costs associated with the computers?

We have only had 2 computers disappear in the last 4 years – one was stolen out of the family vehicle and the other family moved without returning the computer. It is roughly $1,000 to replace the entire computer package.

FAQs

What are my student’s responsibilities?

• Abide by the KSD Acceptable Use Policy

• Follow your parental guidelines while at home.

FAQs

What are my parental responsibilities?

• Read the KSD Acceptable Use Policy found on the KSD and Mattson websites

• Communicate your expectations to your child.

• Ask questions of your child and MA staff as needed.

FAQs

What happens if my student doesn’t meet school or parental expectations?

• You assign home consequences for school and home infractions.

• The school will provide consequences for school infractions (ie. Lunch detentions, after school detentions, suspensions, computer removal)

Good News!!!!! Mattson students receive 7 Digital

Citizenship lessons between now and the end of October.

Mattson students take excellent care of their computers due to solid teaching, reinforcement at home, and outstanding 8th grade role modeling.

Mattson students will enter high school with the needed technological skills to be successful.

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QUESTIONS? PLEASE

CONTACT MR. NAKATSU OUR IT/LIBRARIAN