1:1 Chromebooks

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1:1 Chromebooks in the Olympia School District

The 2018 passage of the OSD Technology and Safety Replacement levy set the stage to provide each student with computing tools that can be used every day, from any place, to support learning. These tools promote higher-level thinking, engage students in the learning process and prepare them for life after graduation.Girl using Chromebook

As the district moves forward with this model, it is important to note that the devices/Chromebooks are the vehicle for the district's 1:1 initiative, but the driver is classroom strategies that support a more student-centered classroom. The focus of student learning is not the use of any particular technology, but on the skills of critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration. We strive to create an environment of equity, access to information and resources, innovation, and student ownership in learning.

With the passage of the 2018 Technology and Safety Levy, the school district will begin roll-out of devices to meet student learning needs.

2018-2019

  • Students grades 6-8 at Marshall and Reeves Middle Schools will receive a district-owned Chromebook to use at school and home during the school year.
  • Other schools will continue to provide access through classroom carts in select content areas.

2019-2020

  • Students grades K-5 will have access to shared Chromebooks to use at school.
  • Students grades 6-12 at Capital High School, Jefferson Middle School, and Washington Middle School will receive a district-owned Chromebook to use at school and home during the school year.

2020-2021

  • Students at Olympia High School and Avanti High School will receive a district-owned Chromebook to use at school and home during the school year.
  • Students grades 6-8 at Olympia Regional Learning Academy will receive a district-owned Chromebook to use at school and home during the school year.

Contact Information

For questions about this program:

Marc Elliott
OSD Chief Information Officer
[email protected]

For technical support:

The OSD Technology HelpDesk (7 a.m.-8 p.m.)
[email protected]
(360) 596-6172

For questions about your child’s use of the OSD-issued Chromebook, or in the case of theft, loss, or possible bullying and harassment, contact your school building administrator.

In cases of theft, please file a police report with the Olympia Police Department (non-emergency number) at (360) 753-8300 and provide a copy to your school building administrator.