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Dear Laurel Ridge Families
In FCPS, we're committed to providing every student with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive. This involves both traditional and digital resources.
Our goal is to use technology purposefully as a tool that enhances learning, not replaces it. The device is one of many resources your child uses to learn and grow, alongside books, hands-on activities, collaboration with peers, and guidance from caring teachers. Today, we want to share an upcoming change that will expand these opportunities even further.
In addition to hands-on learning activities, your child's learning is furthered by tools such as ST Math and Benchmark Universe that allow students to work at their own pace and level. Programs like these adapt to each child's needs, providing extra support in areas where they're building skills and advancing them when they're ready for more challenge.
In the coming weeks, we'll begin allowing families to choose if they would like their students to take their school-issued devices home each day. This change will allow students to continue their personalized learning at home, to develop digital literacies and important routines around managing their technology.
We'll send detailed information about logistics, device care, and support resources before this transition begins. For now, we simply want you to know this change is coming and to understand the purpose behind it.
We know that any change brings questions, and we may need to work together to establish new routines. We also recognize that families have different perspectives on technology and screen time—and those concerns are valid and important. If your family is not interested in using a school device at home, no further action is needed.
We value your partnership and want to ensure every family feels informed and supported. Thank you for working alongside us to provide your child with every opportunity to succeed.
Sincerely,
Megan Counts, Principal
Laurel Ridge Elementary
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