Tech Savvy 4K Students at Cashton Elementary

Even the youngest students at Cashton Elementary have learned first-hand the value of technology assisted learning. Over the course of a couple days, I visited just a few classrooms to see how teachers have continued to leverage digital tools to further engage students in learning. For this post, the focus is on our four year old kindergarten class with Mrs. Kramer, a veteran teacher who is eager to find innovative means to reach all students.

Three and four year old students in this classroom have access to a set of iPad2(s), a SMART table, a SMART board, and a couple of aging desktop computers daily as part of digital centers. Students explore a wide variety of apps and programs both collaboratively and independently based on their individual strengths and struggles. During this snapshot in time, students were working on alphabet sequence, listening to interactive digital stories, studying US geography, and using a modified ten-frame to improve number sense. Best of all, each of the activities was occurring at the same time. As I observed the students in action, I was impressed with the level of engagement and individualized instruction.    Take a look, you will be too.

Ipad 2: US Geography



SMART Table: Number Sense


Desktop Computers:  Digital Storybooks


SMART board: Alphabet sequence

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Winter Concert 2011

 On Monday, December 5th, students in 4K-Grade 5 shared their talents with a large audience of family and friends.  Congratulations to the students for putting on an outstanding performance.  Thank you to Mrs. Miller, Mr. Muraski, and the many staff members who helped to bring out the best in our students!  Check out more pics including candid shots from behind the scenes at the Cashton Elementary Photo Gallery.