Hood School- Technology Tool

Good Morning Members of the J. Turner Hood School Community,

As we advance our 21st century learning model and introduce our students to new types of technologies we come across specific challenges in real-time situations. As you are aware we have many new initiatives in place around 21st century learning including, the use of iPads, Smart Board technology, Chromebooks, web based instructional programs and assessments etc.

It has been brought to my attention that the use of some these devices and web based programs work best when students utilize headphones as a means to interact with the technology and limit distractions from the sounds emitted from other students devices.

Today, I am writing to you to respectfully request that you send your child into school with their own individual headphones in a labeled package next week. We certainly have enough on site for the students to share but in the best interest of all, I believe that it would be beneficial for each student at the J. Turner Hood School to have their own individual headphones accessible daily here at school. 

Thanks in advance for your understanding. As always, please do not hesitate to call me with any questions or concerns.

Mr. Glen S. McKay, Principal