Purvis Upper Elementary

Welcome to the community of practice for Purvis Upper Elementary School a collaborative area where DOT Interns, teachers, and school administrators can communicate, network, and share resources about using technology in the classroom. Our mission is to empower all students with the knowledge and skills to create  their own futures, to become passionate, lifelong learners, and to contribute cooperatively to a  diverse and changing world.

 2008-2009:  Jerrel Conerly

 Intern Alumni:  Jason Reed

Grades Taught at School: 3-5

Location:  Purvis, MS

School District:  Lamar County

Number of faculty: 52

Number of students: 350

Special academic programs/focus:  EXCEL, REACH, Tutoring, Speech, OT & PT, Fast Forward, and Scottish Rights

Year school joined DOT USA program: 2007

Technologies currently available at the school: Promethean Boards, Cisco IP Phones, New MAC laptops for teachers, and two computer labs.