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iPad Program

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Valley Christian Schools (VCS) is committed to educating “each unique student in cooperation with the Christian community so that he or she is equipped and inspired to make a difference for Jesus Christ in the world.” (VCS Mission Statement). Making “a difference” today and in the future includes being not only knowledgeable and skilled in technology, but also being able to ask related discerning questions and provide Biblically-based answers. God has blessed VCS with a strong technology program, led by an exceptional technology staff. We believe it is important to put learning technology into the hands of every student.

This program has four key parts:

  1. Student resources: Students have access to an amazing multi-media “encyclopedia” accessible anytime and anywhere.
  2. Student productivity: Students have powerful and versatile tools to gather, create, manipulate, and collaborate in their school work.
  3. Teacher resources: Teachers have an extensive toolbox of resources in order to develop lessons and materials.
  4. Management of learning: Assessments, record-keeping, and communication are more transparent, more current, and more comprehensive.

One of the adopted goals of the Valley Christian Schools Board of Directors is to develop the skills our students need to be equipped to live and work in the 21st century. Student success requires that they develop skills to understand how to access it and, with Biblical discernment, use these volumes of new information. Accessible technology, such as the iPad, helps to individualize learning so that students expand their knowledge and enhance their skills in math, reading, history, and science, as well as in many other subjects.

Students also need to master digital tools to creatively and responsibly solve new problems while having access to learning resources that expand the schoolhouse walls and make the world their classroom. iPads have allowed greater access for deeper thinking and expanded learning opportunities and we believe iPads provide our students with consistent access to wonderful learning resources.

Why the iPad? Because it's the perfect learning tool for K-12 students. With its intuitive design, educational apps, and ability to easily connect with other devices, it offers a powerful platform for exploring educational content in an engaging way. 

  • The iPad offers an intuitive design and simple gestures, making it easy for K-12 students to use.
  • It is lightweight and portable, perfect for taking notes or completing assignments on the go. 
  • A wide range of educational apps designed specifically for K-12 students are available. 
  • The iPad makes it easy for students to collaborate with peers and teachers both in and outside of the classroom.
  • There are many administrative tools which help monitor student usage as well as manage content on the iPads.
  • AirPlay feature allows teachers to share content with a class of iPads quickly and easily. 
  • The iPad provides an effective learning tool that allows students to explore educational materials more deeply and stay connected with their peers and teachers.