Bridgedale Elementary

Welcome to the community of practice for Bridgedale Elementary, an collaborative area where DOT Interns, teachers, and school administrators can communicate, network and share resources about using technology in the classroom.  If you would like to read the latest technology newsletter or learn about specific technology-enablement activities happening now at Bridgedale Elementary, please click newsletter link or resources link.

2007-2008 Intern: Jessica Miranda

Intern Alumni: Lisa Chatelain

Grades Taught at School: Pre-K - 5

Location:  Metairie, Louisiana

School District: Jefferson Parish

Number of faculty: 35

Number of students: about 400

Special academic programs/focus:  Gifted & Talented program, ESL, special education

Year school joined DOT USA program: January 2007

Technologies currently available at the school:

• 15 Promethean Boards
• 48 Laptops
• 31 IP Phones
• 2 Computer Labs for students
• 15 Projectors
• Elmo projectors
• Digital Cameras (1 per grade level)
• 26 Web Cameras
  

ICT-enablement priorities for 2007-2008 academic year:

• Train teachers who were awarded Promethean Boards how to use the new technology
  
• Purchase additional technology, such as web cameras, laptops, printers, and digital cameras
• Enhance existing computer lab by updating with newer equipment
  
• Have more activities that allow the teachers to use their projectors to allow them to get more familiar with the technology
• Intech training
  

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