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IMSA Parents'
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The mission of
the PAC Technology Committee is to ensure that our students have
access to the resources and technology they need in order to develop
21st century technology skills. Come and join us
as we work with the students, parents, faculty, and residential staff to make
your student’s time at IMSA rewarding, educational, and productive. The technology
committee is looking for volunteers to help keep the Parents’ Association up
to date. Opportunities to volunteer include: · Web site updating · Working with the IMSA historian
to create a “PAC at IMSA” site · Advising the students,
parents, and school on technology issues Join us at the
next PAC meeting to learn more about technology at IMSA.
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The
Technology Committee Chairperson can be found HERE. Computing and Network Services (CNS) Student
Technology FAQ: Q: Does my student need a computer?
A: Nearly all students have a computer in their room. The school has a limited number of computers available for students who cannot afford them. In addition, every hall has a number of shared computers available for student use. A laptop is *not* required, and they are heavy to lug around to classes. If you buy a laptop, have identification information engraved into the case, and be aware that laptops have been known to “disappear” in the past. Q: Do I
need to get a printer for my student? A: Most
students have printers in their rooms, typically color inkjet printers.
However, the residence halls have printers that the students can use. These
hall printers are usually B&W laser printers. Q: Do I
need to get a scanner for my student? A: Some
students have scanners. There are no shared scanners in the residence halls.
The school has scanners that students can use, but there are seldom projects
that require this. Q: How
can I email my student? A: Your
student will have an email account on the IMSA computers. Check with her/him
for the account information. Q: Can
I IM my student? A: Once
IRN is activated for your
student, you can chat directly with her/him using AOL, MSN, or any of the available
Instant Messaging programs. If you don’t know how to set
this up, ask
your student. Students can also use a modem to dial up a service provider,
such as AOL or MSN, but you will get charged for telephone usage. Q: Can my student have a TV in her/his room?
A: No,
but DVD drivers are not prohibited on the student's computers. Q: Does
each room have a telephone? A: Yes.
Some parents also provide a wireless phone for their student. Cell phones
must be turned off in the main building. With the latest service plans, cell
phone calls home may be less expensive than using the service provided by
IMSA. Q: Does
my student have voice mail? A: No, the school phone system does not provide voicemail for the students. You should talk with your student’s roommate to coordinate the purchase of an answering machine. Consider an answering machine with multiple mailboxes, so that each student can get their own messages. |
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The IMSA Parents' Association exists in order to enhance our children's educational experience by working collaboratively with students, faculty and administration in all aspects of academic and residential life. We are committed to the belief that quality education can be achieved only through parental involvement and support. |
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PAC home page | IMSA home page
Please send additions or corrections to Bob Kapicka (bobplus3@yahoo.com).
Updated: July 20, 2005
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