Technology Toolbox
SCHOOL DYNAMICS: GCA has been implementing a school management program called School Dynamics. When fully implemented the system will provide a single system for managing all aspects of the GCA information system. School Dynamics will provide a single repository for:
-- all family, student, and staff demographic information including emergency and medical information,
-- all teacher lesson plans,
-- all grades,
-- all progress reports, report cards, and transcripts,
-- daily lunch menus,
-- all family financial information,
-- all school budget information,
and much more. You can learn more about School Dynamics at www.schooldynamics.net
INFODIRECT: GCA has implemented a vital communication tool that links parents and students with GCA through InfoDirect. This is a feature of School Dynamics that allows parents and students to see current homework assignments and grades 24/7. The website for this data is hosted by School Dynamics and is totally secure. Parents and students are provided a user ID and password to access their information. InfoDirect can be accessed at https://www.infodirect.us/gah01/
CONNECT!: ConnectEDU unites students, counselors and parents throughout their high school curriculum planning, as well as college and career planning. It provides families with innovative communication, tracking and management tools as they plan for the future. To sign in go to http://www.connectedu.net/members/
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY has become a standard requirement for all schools. GCA has implemented an aggressive technology program that includes:
-- Computers in every classroom,
-- An updated computer lab for MS/HS students,
-- A robust network that connects all facilities and permits secured storage of files for access
by students and staff from any computer on campus,
-- New projection systems available in every classroom.
ON-LINE CLASSES: On-line classes are offered as a supplement to the GCA curriculum. These classes are available to all high school students who have identified a course requirement that GCA cannot satisfy with an on-site class. Students must discuss their requirements with the Guidance Counselor and be approved for the on-line class.
