Technology

Frederica Academy is committed to developing technology skills across our academic program that will prepare our students to succeed in college and adult life. We have developed three FA Student Technology Standards, modeled after the “ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) Standards for Students.”

 

Creative Thinker

A Knight is able to think outside the box when problem solving. They are ready to apply digital resources to draw connections across different contexts to produce the best solution.
 

Digital Citizen

A Knight understands the responsibilities of being part of an online world. They act ethically and in a positive manner when using technology.

 

Empowered Learner

A Knight takes control of achievements in the classroom. They are able to use digital tools to produce his own unique learning outcomes.

 

Our goal with these standards is to support and enhance the curriculum. We want our students to become conscientious and agile users of technology who will thrive in a 21st century global community.

To support our technology mission, Frederica Academy provides a robust infrastructure and a variety of resources for student and faculty use of technology, including: 1:1 Chromebook program for grades 5-12, G Suite for Education, iMacs, iPads, TI-Nspire Handheld Calculators, and Media Production tools.

Located in Jones Hall, the Suddath Innovation Lab opened in January 2024. The space was designed to empower Frederica Academy students to see themselves as inventors, builders, and creators as they prepare for a rapidly changing world. The Lab is equipped with a Polysmoother, Bantam CNC machine, Laser Printer, three Dremel 3D printers, three soldering stations, a Meta Quest 3 Virtual Reality Headset, and Autocad Design Software. Upper School students currently use the Lab to take Engineering, Digital Design, JavaScript, AP Computer Science A, and AP Computer Science Principles classes. Students who meet prerequisites may also enroll in Python, Web Design, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Game Design, and Cybersecurity as Independent Study courses.

The Middle School Design Lab is the homebase of our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) program for students in grades 5-8. In the lab, students will engage in design thinking to solve real world problems. The design thinking process asks students to conduct research on an issue, to synthesize the research to define the problem, to brainstorm possible solutions, to build a prototype solution, to test the prototype, and then to reflect on the test. Throughout this process, students are thinking critically, collaborating with peers, listening to feedback, engaging in active, hands-on learning, and putting their personal stamp on a project, a high priority for Middle School students. These essential skills can then be transferred across disciplines to enhance student learning.

 

Students in grades 5 & 6 take STEAM as part of their enrichment rotation offerings for 9 weeks (grade 5) or 12 weeks (grade 6). In grades 7 & 8, students can elect to take STEAM for an entire semester.