1:1 Computer Initiative
PARENT FAQS
FAQs
Which
students receive
computers and how long
do they keep them?
All 7th-12th grade students receive a
computer. Each computer currently has a
4 year life cycle.
FAQs
 Why
are students given computers and
how are they used during the day?
In an effort to successfully prepare all students
for their futures, technology use and
understanding will be key. Mattson has the
highest rate of technology use amongst the KSD
middle schools thus computers are used daily
in most classes for Do Nows, daily assignments,
research, appropriate reading materials, and
the like.
FAQs
What
are the costs associated
with the computers?
We have only had 2 computers disappear in
the last 4 years – one was stolen out of the
family vehicle and the other family moved
without returning the computer. It is roughly
$1,000 to replace the entire computer
package.
FAQs
What
are my student’s
responsibilities?
•
Abide by the KSD Acceptable Use Policy
•
Follow your parental guidelines while at
home.
FAQs
What
are my parental
responsibilities?
Read the KSD Acceptable Use Policy found
on the KSD and Mattson websites
• Communicate your expectations to your
child.
• Ask questions of your child and MA staff as
needed.
•
FAQs
 What
happens if my student doesn’t meet
school or parental expectations?
•
You assign home consequences for school and home
infractions.
•
The school will provide consequences for school
infractions (ie. Lunch detentions, after school
detentions, suspensions, computer removal)
Good News!!!!!

Mattson students receive 7 Digital Citizenship
lessons between now and the end of October.

Mattson students take excellent care of their
computers due to solid teaching, reinforcement
at home, and outstanding 8th grade role
modeling.

Mattson students will enter high school with the
needed technological skills to be successful.
Resources
QUESTIONS?
PLEASE CONTACT
MR. NAKATSU
OUR IT/LIBRARIAN