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1:1 learning environments As part of the St. Thomas School educational journey, technology is woven into every grade and every subject. Reflecting the varying developmental needs of students from preschool through eighth grade, students are provided with access to a variety of technological tools. St. Thomas School introduced a 1:1 laptop program to its sixth-grade class more than 10 years ago. Today, with the awarding of an internal Innovation Grant, it maintains a 1:1 program for each student in second through eighth grade. The laptops are not just productivity tools to support writing assignments and presentations but are used to complete various creative projects, both independently and collaboratively, in all academic areas. Examples include: Producing video presentations. Composing musical scores. Authoring book reviews to post on a website that serves all students. Taking online math tests; completing online assignments and projects. In preparation for an effective 1:1 program, technology classes in the Elementary Center prepare students to use Microsoft Office and Windows independently. St. Thomas School also implemented a Student Portal in which each student has access to a class space where homework, rubrics, and other resources are posted. Key Technology Wireless access throughout the campus Microsoft Office365, Remote Desktop Connection, Finalsite teacher spaces, Microsoft Outlook, and other software Student Portal for home and school access Physical learning environments St. Thomas School is proud of its LEED Gold Certified campus, which serves as the “third teacher” and was designed specifically to embrace the school’s emerging learning model. The learning environment reflects an abundance of natural light and fresh air, elimination of background sounds, carefully selected colors to create a calm environment, and indirect lighting and neutral-colored furnishing designed to evoke a feeling of home and a sense of belonging. Plazas throughout the school provide unique learning areas where students can work collaboratively, engage in creative exploration, and display culminating projects, papers, and presentations. The spring garden, roof-top garden, and a council ring for outdoor lessons and meetings all provide rich opportunities to observe, experiment, and connect with nature. The program is expanding as a result of substantial investment in a complete redesign of an outdoor garden classroom. The new science lab, technology center, and media production room reflects the school’s commitment to exploration, investigation, and discovery. Key Technology Indoor and outdoor learning environments with wireless access throughout