It was the start of another week in Tiffany Faison-Bullock's kindergarten classroom. The students were seated on the carpet, facing the white board learning how to write descriptive sentences using photographs. An observer in the classroom would notice, the white board used in this lesson was not your typical dry erase board but instead, an interactive white board.

Many schools have moved from the dry erase board to the interactive white board. These boards, loaded with software and touch sensitive technology, allow teachers the ability to create interactive lessons that engage students on a daily basis. Teachers at Forest Pines Drive Elementary, understand that the 21st century is here and using the latest technology will help to prepare students for a successful future.

Communication is an integral part of the academic success and it ensures educators and families are on the same page. While traditional forms of communication still exist, such as flyers and notes home, more and more families can conveniently access their school's website 24-7. Through these websites, teachers and schools can also provide resources that allow parents more involvement in their child's academic success. 

At Forest Pines Drive Elementary, many teachers use Wiki pages as a way to keep families in the academic loop. By clicking on the "Student Den" link a world of resources open up to our families.

Below is a look at the fifth grade Wiki page. Here fifth grade parents and students can find resources for each subject, as well as, assignments posted by each teacher. There is even a survey for students to vote and share their opinion of their fifth grade year. If you have not checked out your child's grade level Wiki site, try it today!

Imagine this...you walk into a room where you are met with the smooth sounds of contempary jazz playing in the background. There is a calm hustle and bustle of people interacting with the latest technology. Some are so engrossed, they are unaware of your presence. Others are working in groups, excited with the ideas being generated around an electronic device. They offer up inviting smiles as they see you take in your surrondings. Your shoulders relax a little and as you begin to walk around the room your brain synapses begin to fire with the heighten awareness of all senses. Welcome to The Technology Lounge.

This site will provide teachers, students, and parents the latest technology information in a relaxing user-friendly way. Hopefully when you leave the Technology Lounge, you will be inspired, engaged, and have a better understanding of how technology and education work together.