Middle School Laptop Program
Grade 6 at The York School represents a pivotal year as students step into Middle School, a phase marked by heightened emphasis on innovation and technical skills development. To ensure a fluid transition into our enriched academic program, every Grade 6 student will be equipped with a school-owned Chromebook. This initiative not only facilitates their responsibility for managing technology both at home and in school, but also enhances their ability to integrate digital tools into various learning dimensions.
We have engaged deeply with our classroom teachers, learning specialists, wellness team, and students to guarantee that the best technological tools are not only accessible but that comprehensive training and support on these devices and platforms are provided. This collaborative approach ensures that every student is proficient and comfortable in navigating their digital learning environment.
The Middle School years are crucial for cultivating technical acumen and fostering innovative thinking. By providing each student with a school-owned Chromebook, we offer them a valuable opportunity to develop responsibility for a personal device, thereby positively influencing their educational journey. This policy also relieves families from the obligation of providing a student-owned laptop until Grade 9, ensuring that all students have equal access to technology during these formative years.