Technology
Classroom Technology Philosophy
The mission of The Barstow School is to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character. The integration of technology is one manifestation of this mission.
At The Barstow School technological innovations create transformational learning. We weave technology throughout every grade level and subject area at Barstow. But even more than that, we structure the experience of students and faculty to remain on the cutting edge of preparing our learners for the demands of school and work in the 21st century.
The hammer and saw don’t build the chair, the master carpenter does. The same is true for technology. An iPad or laptop doesn’t teach a child, but these tools, in the hands and minds of master teachers and bright curious learners can transform the learning experience.
Barstow’s Integrated Technology Program
Barstow’s technology program is anything but linear. It grows organically, as knowledge does. It branches out in directions we sometime don’t anticipate, but always in ways that build the knowledge and skills of students to safely use technology in their own learning. In every division, students learn how to use technology appropriately, research new knowledge, and define problems and create solutions using a variety of technology tools—some teacher-facilitated, others student-discovered. Coupling this with a focus on virtual organizational tools helps students become autonomous learners.
Barstow's 1:1 Program
List of 3 items.
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Lower School Program Details
Device specifications
School-owned iPad with protective case (*no summer use)Costs
App & support fee:$10/moParent action required by August 1
Create a parent iTunes account (helps us support your child)Share your account with Technologysuggested accessories
Headphones and keyboard (school provided) -
Middle School Program Details
Device requirements
iPad 3, 4, or AirMinimum 32 GB, Prefer 64+Recommend AppleCare+ (or minimum 3rd party accidental damage insurance)Costs
iPad: $350–$650AppleCare+: $99Barstow app & support fee: $10/moParent action required by August 1
Purchase Approved iPadComplete the Barstow iPad ChecklistSend iPad to Technology with iPad Information SheetSuggested accessories
Case with keyboard (recommend ClamCase or Aduro Facio)Stylus (One provided by Barstow)Headphones recommended -
Upper School Program Details
Device requirements
Approved device (iPad, laptop or tablet PC)Costs
VariableParent action required by august 14
Purchase approved deviceBring approved device to Help Desk for- · Network set up
- · Printer set up
- · Projectors set up
- · Log in to myBarstow and email
Technology Help Desk
816-277-0479
Technology Team
List of 6 members.
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Scott Daniel
Director of Technology, US Science(816) 277-0358University of Kansas - M.S.
University of Kansas - B.A.Appointed 1989 -
Libby Latham
Technology Integration Specialist(816) 277-0325Miami University - B.S.
DePaul University - M.Ed.Appointed 2010 -
Sarah Holmes
MS & US Science, Director of School Gardens, Technology Integration Specialist(816) 277-0366University of Kansas - M.E.P.L.Appointed 2007 -
Mark Presko
Assistant Director of Technology, Network Administrator(816) 277-0483Appointed 2007 -
Ron Johnson
Technology Manager, Assistant Network Administrator, MS 6-8 Coed Cross Country Assist. Coach(816) 277-0484Kansas State University - BFAAppointed 2010 -
Nick Presko
Technology iPad Manager, Help Desk Associate(816) 277-0379Appointed 2012
