Technology Initiative

Technology in Education: Preparing Now for the future
The CARE Foundation is looking to launch the first initiative in Orange County that will improve technology in every classroom. The CUSD Foundation strives to be the difference in providing a world-class education for outstanding student achievement as a basis for future real-world success by incorporating hands-on technology knowledge for every student at each elementary, middle, and high school in the Capistrano Unified School District.

Our efforts will include providing resources to ensure that classrooms are retrofitted with the latest technologies for use in computer labs, classrooms, libraries, and science labs. We also feel technology should be made available for our students in a variety of subjects, including arts. Our technology initiative will focus on enhancing our existing programs to include a broader study of arts that are technology-based.

Technology incorporation for students means higher test scores, new learning perspectives, and the skills our children need for real-world success. Our goal is to foster creativity in our children by supporting innovation in our schools and education methods. 

Current technology status of the District…

• Aging computers, many are over 10 years old
• Outdated software which does not support current curriculum
• Not enough computers – many students share a computer because there are not enough working ones
• Outdated teaching tools – many classrooms still utilize overhead projectors
• Non-existent wireless capability – older schools do not have wireless capability so students are dependent upon limited computer lab time

           
Our goals are to provide…

• More computers, so each child can experience a high-tech, interactive, hands-on learning environment
• New computer labs at each school
• New software which supports today’s updated curriculum
• Incorporation of technology in our arts programs, such as graphic design, videography, and other arts that are technology-based
• Updated teaching resources, including document cameras and LCD projectors to expand teaching capabilities
• Installation or updating of wireless networks to accommodate the number of computers needed as a result of increases in student population.

Success in today’s competitive world depends upon technical literacy and we believe that effective technology integration in a classroom enhances the learning process for students and better equips them with skills needed to survive in a highly technological world. Every child deserves this dynamic incorporated in their educational development.  

Support the CARE Foundation’s Technology Initiative Today and Make a Difference for Tomorrow

How you can help…

• Direct financial donation
• Donation of products
• Donation of services
• Join us by becoming a committee member

What you will get by becoming a donor…

• Helping every child in CUSD
• Investing in strengthening the community through excellence in education
• Sponsor banner on high school football fields
• “Banner of the Week” prominently displayed at drop off or pick up sites at school
• Legacy plaque at school site
• Listing on our website with a direct link

Please click if you would like to download a copy of the Technology Initiative Information Packet