Technology
Elementary
In an effort to keep our technology curriculum current, a district-wide initiative is to promote critical thinking and problem solving skills throughout all disciplines. As a result, we are working on a combined effort with the elementary schools to bring more coding into the technology courses that are currently being taught. Code.org is a basis for many of our online lessons at this level.
Secondary
On the secondary level, students are exposed to robust coding lessons throughout the curriculum.
In Middle School, students use Scratch, Code.org and several other online programs to practice and explore coding to increase their level of skill.
On the HS level, students are further immersed in project-based learning experiences through the Technology & Engineering Department. This department's curriculum is designed to focus on advancing skills and logic through media, industrial arts, coding, and engineering.
Aspen Student Information System
Aspen is a Student Information Management System. The Dover Sherborn Public Schools use Aspen to manage student information including grading, scheduling, attendance, discipline, and other data. Parents/guardians can log into Aspen to view information about their children. Additional information and troubleshooting help is available.
Technology Help
Technology help and assistance has been centralized for all three school districts. If you are a staff member in need of assistance, please email helpdesk@doversherborn.org for assistance. If you are a student or family looking for tech help, email familysupport@doversherborn.org for assistance. If you need help with Aspen, email aspenportal@doversherborn.org.
We also have a YouTube channel, DS Tech For Families! This page provides informative video content covering technology, technology policies, information systems and security, and internet safety technologies and protocols in use at Dover-Sherborn schools.
DS Online Safety Hub
The Dover-Sherborn Online Safety Hub is presented through a partnership between Linewize and our school district. Developed by their team of world-renowned Online Safety Experts, the Hub is designed to engage and align the community on online safety and wellness by providing up-to-date and evidence-based information to all key stakeholders of a child’s life.
Parents will find a rich library of helpful resources, including app reviews, how-to guides and advice on an array of online safety topics. School staff and leaders have access to an array of practical guides and information that can be used in the classroom or to inform school governance.
Technology Integration
Technology integration at Dover Sherborn happens seamlessly throughout the districts in various classrooms.
As part of each Technology Plan Supplement, the focus on teaching and learning includes the integration of digital resources to enhance the educational experience and provide students with the necessary skills to be active participants in the 21st Century.
| TECHNOLOGY TEACHERS and INTEGRATORS | WEBSITES & BLOGS |
|---|---|
| Dover Sherborn MS Technology Teacher: Sandra Sammarco | Tech Talk Blog |
| Chickering Elementary School Technology Teacher/Integrator: David Gaffny | Website |
| Pine Hill Elementary School Technology Teacher/Integrator: Teresa Bien-Aime | Pine Hill Technology Blog |
| LIBRARIANS | LINK TO RESOURCES |
|---|---|
| Dover Sherborn HS Librarian: Amanda Brown | High School HS Destiny Page |
| Dover Sherborn MS Librarian: Wendy Lutz | Middle School MS Destiny Page |
| Chickering Elementary School Librarian: Anna Ring | Chickering Destiny Page |
| Pine Hill Elementary School Librarian: Meredith Connery | Pine Hill Pine Hill Destiny Page Pine Hill LibGuides |