Challenge
Margaret Kuzmicz, Director of Technology at Carroll School, wanted technology that inspired, not discouraged, students to learn. Unfortunately, the Windows devices that the school had at the time were clunky, slow and difficult for students to use. Furthermore, their common technical issues made them hard for the IT team to maintain. 'Managing a Windows environment had many challenges, to the point where I needed to hire temps in order to get the devices ready each year,' says Kuzmicz. Since many students with language-based disabilities struggle with traditional reading and writing strategies, Carroll School wanted to provide intuitive technology that would help their students excel in the classroom. When thinking of a better solution for their students, the school management realised that touchscreen devices would be easier for all to use, especially for their youngest students.