Mesquite ISD is committed to its mission to develop an inspiring and innovative learning community that educates and empowers students to pursue excellence. The school district is dedicated to preparing and nurturing curious, adaptive, and creative thinkers who contribute to a changing world.
We believe that through the integration of technology:
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Students are empowered to connect and collaborate
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Students communicate their ideas in a variety of formats
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Students learn in a meaningful, relevant, and real-world context
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Students own the learning process based on their learning styles, needs, and desired outcomes
Mesquite ISD supports students’ growth in these areas by providing students access and use of district approved materials that include:
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Digital textbooks such as HMH, Pearson, ConnectED and more
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Google Classroom and Seesaw Learning Management Systems
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Web applications such as Desmos, EdPuzzle, Pear Deck and more
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Various Chrome extensions and add-ons
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Library Resources such as Britannica School, Sora and more
MISD’s software and digital resources approval process is thorough and includes checks for:
In order to maximize your student’s opportunities to engage in rigorous, relevant and innovative learning experiences, your student has access to MISD-vetted and approved digital resources, including some that require parent permission for use. These technology tools and applications help students practice communication and collaboration skills, apply critical thinking skills to solve problems, create products that demonstrate their understanding of critical content objectives, and utilize research and information literacy skills.
Some of these approved digital resources require parent/guardian consent for student use. Under federal law, these websites must provide parental notification and obtain verifiable consent before collecting personal information from children under 13 years of age. See Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA”), 15 U.S.C. §§ 6501 et seq. The law permits school districts to obtain this consent, eliminating the need for each website operator to request parental consent.
It is important that parents and guardians understand that these approved tools and applications are fundamental to students’ educational experiences, opportunities, and learning. If a parent or guardian wishes to opt-out their student of access to approved software and digital resources, the parent may contact the child’s campus. The campus will work with parents/guardians to discuss the potential impact on learning opportunities caused by opting out and availability of alternative instructional resources.
Master List of Approved Software and Digital Resources