1. Sustainable Innovation for UPSD
Upper Perk Learns
Sustainable Innovation for UPSD

2. Agenda Welcome and Overview
Educational Plan and Timeline for Initiative
Overview of Devices (Hardware/Software/Support)
Parent FAQs
Sign and Hand-in Forms (AUP & Agreement of Use)

3. Where to Find Information?
In your folder tonight
UpperPerkLearns.com
UPSD.org >>> Technology >>> 1:1 Initiative

4. Upper Perk Learns: Our Goals
These goals were developed by a shared group of teachers, students, and leaders. 1 2 3
Shift curriculum, instructions, and assessment practices towards meaningful and releveant learning experiences
Increase student achievement through a variety of authentic measures
Increase Student Engagement in and out of the classroom 4 5 6
Increase communication between
Students, teachers, parents, and
The community
Foster 21st century skills to
Prepare our students for their
future
Increase opportunities for
Individualized and personalized
Learning for every student 7
Digital equity in access, device, and platform for students across the district

5. Upper Perk Learns: Why 1-to-1?
Digital Equity in access, platform, and device for all students in UPSD
Sustainable model for Innovative Learning
Level of Support and Management for Devices
Consistency of instructional practice and professional development
Research on impact of technology on student achievement (Project Red)

6. Our Road to Innovation Empowering Students Through Technology
1:1 at HS
1:1 at MS
1:3 at ELEM
2017
HS (9, 10, 11)
MS (7, 8)
ELEM (2-5)
2016
Begin 1:1 at HS (9th & 10th)
Begin 1:1 at MS (7th)
Begin 1:3 at ELEM
(4th and 5th)
2015
Upper Perk Learns Initiative
A K-12 Vision of Innovation at UPSD

7. Upper Perk Learns 2015-2016 Key Highlights
WINDOWS XP UNITS
REMOVED FROM CLASSROOMS, LABS,
AND CARTS
JANUARY 1:1 ROLL-OUT
HS: 9-10th 1:1
LAPTOPS
MS: 7th 1:1
CHROMEBOOKS
NEW ELEM LABS
& MS LABS ELEM 4-5th:
1:3 CHROMEBOOKS
ELEM K-1: SHARED CARTS
MS ELA:
1:1 6th and 8th
MS 6th/8th:
SHARED
CB CARTS
INTERNET SAFETY
AND DIGITAL
CITIZENSHIP
PROGRAM
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

8. Marlborough Elementary &
YEAR 1:
K-1: iPad Mini Shared Carts
2-3: Chromebook Shared Carts
4-5: Chromebooks 1:3 in each Classroom
K-5 Upper Perk Learns
Marlborough Elementary &
Hereford Elementary
YEAR 2:
K-1: iPad Mini Shared Carts
2-3: Chromebooks 1:3 in each Classroom 4-5: Chromebooks 1:3 in each Classroom
YEAR 3:
K-1: Tablets 1:3 in each Classroom
2-3: Chromebooks 1:3 in each Classroom 4-5: Chromebooks 1:3 in each Classroom

9. 6-8 Upper Perk Learns YEAR 1: 2015-2016
6: Chromebooks 1:1 ELA & Shared Cart
7: Chromebooks 1:1 (January)
8: Chromebooks 1:1 ELA & Shared Cart
6-8 Upper Perk Learns
Upper Perkiomen
Middle School
YEAR 2:
6: Chromebooks 1:1 ELA & Shared Cart
7: Chromebooks 1:1
8: Chromebooks 1:1
YEAR 3:
6: Chromebooks 1:1
7: Chromebooks 1:1
8: Chromebooks 1:1

10. 9-12 Upper Perk Learns YEAR 1: 2015-2016
9-10: Windows Laptop 1:1 (January)
11: Shared Laptop Carts
12: Shared Laptop Carts
9-12 Upper Perk Learns
Upper Perkiomen
High School
YEAR 2:
9-10: Windows Laptop 1:1
11: Windows Laptop 1:1
12: Shared Laptop Carts
YEAR 3:
9-10: Windows Laptop 1:1
11: Windows Laptop 1:1
12: Windows Laptop 1:1

11. UPHS Technology Fee $50 Per Student
*Fee is $25 for because student has device half the year
UPMS Technology Fee $30 Per Student
*No fee for because devices are staying at school

12. Hardware and Software – Middle School
HP Chromebook 11 G4
11 Inch anti-glare, energy saving screen
Up to 10 hours of battery life
Built in HD webcam
Chrome OS
Rapid startup speed
Quick app deployments

13. Hardware and Software – High School
HP ProBook 430 G3.
13 Inch touchscreen.
Extended battery with 10 hours of run time.
Ports:
Built in webcam.
Windows 10 operating system.
Office 2013.
Adobe Creative Cloud Suite

14. Usage Logging in Connect to WiFi at home.
Students will use the same username/password no matter where they are.
Connect to WiFi at home.
Content filter will be installed as required by law.
Internet activity tracker will be installed, also as required by law.
Can print at home, but suggest sharing files electronically instead.

15. Support Procedures Members of the Technology Department
Requesting support - Enter School Dude IT Request.
Support Process
Tech Assistant will try remotely
If needed, the Tech Assistant will contact the student via a teacher.
Help Desk in the Library.
A spare computer will be signed out
The student will be alerted to pick-up the original when it is ready

16. Upper Perk Learns
QUESTIONS?