East Hill Christian School Launches Innovative Technology Initiative
East Hill Christian School, a VPK-12 college-preparatory school in Pensacola, is excited and proud to announce a new digital transformation designed to accelerate education through technology for all students in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grades. This decision came after months of study, meetings, and prayer by the Board and the technology committee. Beginning August 2012, the new initiative, which is funded from a generous donation by a strong friend of Christian education, will allow East Hill Christian School to equip students with the right tools and 21st century skills necessary for success.
A component of this technology initiative is East Hill Christian School becoming a Microsoft IT Academy, one of only a handful of VPK through twelfth grade schools in the state of Florida with such designation. This allows East Hill a rich set of curriculum, courses for Microsoft Office, technical resources, Microsoft Certification exams, and marketing resources. This program provides students with the 21st century technology skills necessary to acquire certification and be competitive in today’s rapidly evolving workplace. The IT Academy Program also provides educators and staff with professional development opportunities. Benefits provide students with a rich and resonant learning experience, using not only the best available textbooks, but also E-Learning and software so that students garner hands-on experience with Microsoft’s industry-leading software. The curriculum alignment to industry values ensures that the skills achieved can be validated both in terms of personal accomplishment and professional qualifications for potential employers.
The vision is to embrace technology in all areas of the school and transform the classroom into a digital learning environment. The goal of the initiative is to embrace technology to better engage and empower students to excel as lifelong learners. The initiative will enhance the current curriculum and equip, challenge, and inspire students as 21st century learners to impact their world for Christ. The initiative aligns with and advances East Hill Christian School’s mission, vision, and core values.
The technology goals for East Hill Christian School align with the National Education Technology Standards for the Digital-Age Classroom. Technology tools will be used to challenge students in higher-level thinking skills, inspire students to become lifelong learners, and prepare East Hill Christian students for digital citizenship.
About East Hill Christian School
Located in Pensacola, Florida, East Hill Christian School is focused on developing students morally, intellectually, and physically and on equipping them with a foundational knowledge of the Word of God in order to prepare them for responsible roles in society. Serving children in grades Pre-K through 12th, East Hill Christian gives children an academic advantage enabling them to excel in school and to gain a strong, intellectual foundation. Ultimately, East Hill Christian is focused on engaging young minds and readying them for leadership at school, in their communities, and in the world. For more information visit www.ehcs.org.
Contacts
East Hill Christian School
Angie Wood, 850-438-7746
Headmaster
a_wood@ehcseagles.com
