Orange County Public Schools wins the International Society for Technology Education Distinguished District Award for the innovative implementation and use of educational technology, a Monday, June 28, press release announced.
The Distinguished District Award honors districts that demonstrate effectiveness and innovation in the use of educational technology; ensure equitable, accessible and appropriate learning opportunities for all students, aimed at improving outcomes and increasing engagement; and exhibit a progressive mindset when it comes to challenges in education and embrace new ideas and act on them.
OCPS began its 1:1 digital device initiative in 2013, piloting the program at seven schools. Today, all 202 schools’ students and teachers receive a digital device for the academic year.
Additionally, with the assistance of educational partnerships, families who need assistance with internet access can receive a hotspot or low-cost services, which was especially helpful during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each student having a device afforded families the opportunity to choose the best educational model for their family – face-to-face or LaunchED@Home.
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