The Buffalo Public School District is making a massive investment in technology for students and staff across the City. More than 4,000 new teacher notebook computers, classroom computers, lab computers, library computers, and laser printers are being installed in 13 “Phase II” newly reconstructed schools across the B.P.S. Each school is being trained in the use of the new technology.

“We wanted to work towards creating a first class technology experience focused on improving student achievement, increasing staff productivity, and to provide for opportunities for formative assessment and data collection. Additionally, through the use of laptop computers, the project provides teachers increased opportunities to integrate technology effectively into their instruction and in the lesson development process,” said Buffalo Public Schools Supervisor of Instructional Technology Bill Russo.

One of the goals of utilizing technology in classrooms is to prepare children to possess the skills needed to succeed not only in college but in the professional workforce, where a majority of tasks are technology driven.

“Students entering college are currently expected to know how to use technology to accomplish tasks like writing, research, and even publishing. Students at the college or university level are significantly handicapped without these basic skills. Since Bennett’s motto is; ‘higher education is not just an option but an expectation,’ we feel that Buffalo’s Phase II technology initiative will work in harmony with our goals and help facilitate the preparation of our students for higher education,” said Bennett High School Principal Ramona Thomas Reynolds.

If you want to know what is going where, download the attached pdf for a deployment list.