Technology

Tools that Transform Learning

From iPads and laptops to apps and Apple TVs, technology significantly impacts the way today's students learn.

Barstow is a leader in adopting new technologies and integrating them into our curriculum so they enrich the learning experience, rather than define it. Our faculty participates in ongoing professional development and shares innovative tools and programs with students so they can access and apply every available resource.

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Building on Our Technology Foundation

One of our school-wide goals is technology integration and support in every grade and every classroom. Teachers set and achieve yearly technology goals with support from a team of experts.
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In the spring of 2020, our team quickly developed and expanded online learning platforms. They installed additional apps on lower and middle school iPads, managed settings to ensure that students at every level had access to age-appropriate materials, and worked with faculty and families to solve problems with home connectivity. Our teachers felt more confident in their environments each day and our students actively attended classes from home.

During the summer, we added Swivls to every classroom. The iPad mounting system allows teachers to move around the physical classroom while interacting with students at home. Years of practice and preparation give Barstow the ability to make technological additions and adjustments with immediacy, so we can provide our unique brand of challenging and engaging instruction without interruption.
Technology Quick Start Guide

Reliable access to technology and readily available assistance is an important part of ensuring student success. Our technology team helps students and families with initial device set-up and provides ongoing support.

1:1 Program Requirements

List of 3 frequently asked questions.

Lower School
- Device specifications: school-owned iPad for every student (Aug-May).
- Cost: $10/month for apps and support.
- Parent action required: accept & electronically sign lower school iPad agreement form during first week of school.
- All iPads must be returned to the technology department one week prior to the last day of school.
Middle School
- Device requirements: iPad or iPad Pro, minimum 64GB, recommended AppleCare+ (or third party accidental damage insurance).
- Costs:
  - iPad $350 or more.
  - AppleCare+: $99.
  - Keyboard case.
  - Apple Pencil or Logitech Crayon.
  - Barstow technology fee: $10/month for 10 months for apps and support.
- Parent action required:
Upper School
- Device requirements:
  - Windows laptop, plus AirParrot for Windows ($18 charged to student account)
  - MacBook laptop (AirParrot not required)
- Other requirements:
  - 8 GB memory minimum
  - Increased processor/memory requirements only necessary for students planning to use Adobe products.
  - Adobe products required and supplied by Barstow for BTVN, yearbook and photography classes.
- Parent action required:
  - Purchase device.
  - Training for new students Wednesday, Aug. 7 , 6-8 p.m.

Lower School iPad Agreement

Lower school parents should sign the iPad agreement through MyBarstow before the first day of school.

Middle School iPad Setup

Information Sheet
Complete this form and bring with your child’s iPad to The Barstow School June 13-29 and July 22-Aug. 1, 2024.

Immediate Assistance

Call The Help Desk
816-277-0479

Our Team

List of 5 members.

Scott Daniel

Vice President Technology, US Computer Science

(816) 277-0358
Mark Presko

Assistant Director of Technology & Network Administrator

(816) 277-0483
Ron Johnson

Technology Manager, Assistant Network Administrator

(816) 277-0484
Nick Presko

Help Desk Manager

(816) 277-0379
Courtney Kendall

Technology Support and Training Specialist

(816) 277-0481

Technology Coaches

List of 7 members.

Maegan Miller

LS Grade 3 and LS Lead Technology Coach

(816) 277-0403
Annie Fairchild

Assistant Director for International Programs, LS Technology Coach

(816) 277-0315
Asha Molina

LS Grade 3, LS Technology Coach

(816) 277-0369
Minka Rudman

Director of Early Childhood, Preschool Prep - Kindergarten, International Programs and Barstow Global Online, EC Technology Coach

(816) 277-0382
Brooke Thompson

LS Grade 1 Coordinator, LS Technology Coach, ID+E Co-Coordinator

(816) 277-0436
Angela Guldin

History and Social Science Department Chair, Grade 10 Coordinator, MS & US Technology Coach

(816) 277-0354
Josh Markley

MS & US Choral Music Director, MS & US Technology Coach

(816) 277-0332