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1 to 1 laptops at VSHS · 5:19pm January 14th, 2013 Members of
the Vinton-Shellsburg School Board saw several demonstrations of
how modern computer technology can help with education. Several
teachers demonstrated how students are using Apple iPads and
laptop computers to create videos, and learn reading and
pronunciation skills. But first, the school board members had a
chance for some training on their own iPads. The school district
has replaced the laptop computers that the school board members
used for meetings with iPads. Technology specialist Kim Meyer
spent a half hour giving board members basic instructions in how
to use the devices. The meeting took place in the library of
Tilford Elementary Monday afternoon. District considering 1 to 1
computers at VSHS High School Principal Matt Kingsbury joined
Meyer in sharing with the school board their proposal for
providing each student at VSHS with his or her own laptop
computer. The program woul