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One-to-One Symposium
A symposium for schools to share their experiences  of how they have implemented one-to-one integration of technology.
 

 

Irving Independent School District
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Program Overview

Rationale for the Laptop Program

 Integrating technology improves student enthusiasm toward learning

 When students are actively engaged in learning, they achieve more

 To change instructional practice, teachers need opportunities to gain new knowledge and skills

  Implementing new teaching practices improves student achievement

History of the Laptop Program:

1996-2000

First bond program begins
 
All IISD teachers receive laptops

Technology funds allocated for The Academy of Irving ISD

2001-2002

Second bond program begins
 
The Academy of Irving ISD Opens
 
1200 wireless laptops issued to students

2002-2003

Wireless laptops issued to most 9th and 10th grade students at regular high schools

Irving HS 750
MacArthur HS 1200
Nimitz HS 719
Academy 124

2003-2004

Wireless laptops issued to the remainder of students at all high schools.

Irving HS 1412
MacArthur HS 964
Nimitz HS 1423
Academy 273
Union Bower 70
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