Many of us have personal devices such as phones, tablets, or laptops that we have connected to the school division’s open wireless channel (VBCPSChannel). This wifi connection has become very highly filtered and will not be useful for most users’ needs. The Department of Technology has asked that anyone who wishes to connect their personal devices…
In its fourth year of service, the Ocean Lakes High School Pod Squad has determined it is time to create a Mission Statement. Thanks to inspiration from Nonprofit Hub’s publication “A Step-by-Step Exercise for Creating a Mission Statement” and Simon Sinek’s TedTalk “Start With Why,” over twenty members of the group met to have lunch…
Come to the OLHS library to participate in the spring Hour of Code event! Stations will be set up with hands-on coding opportunities for all levels! Check out the slideshow to preview the activities. Visit our Hour of Code Programs and Events page to learn more and pre-register. We look forward to seeing you later…
Pod Squad members do so much more than fix computers. In December 2018, the student help desk students began work on genius hour projects. Using John Spencer’s LAUNCH Cycle as a framework, students were asked to identify a need or problem at Ocean Lakes High School that involves technology or can be solved by leveraging…
Planning to do some spring cleaning? Your unwanted items may fill a need in our library makerspace. The purpose of a makerspace is to allow students to have access to activities that promote skills like exploration, tinkering, design, building, and creation. We are looking for donations from the Ocean Lakes community (staff, students, parents, etc.)…
In addition to the eight student help desk students, Ocean Lakes has three additional students to assist with technology troubleshooting. Lily, Jason, and Chrisell are Ocean Lakes High School students who are enrolled in the Computer Systems Technology program at the ATC (Advanced Technology Center). Part of their year two coursework involves an internship with…
DonorsChoose.org has been an incredible resource for the OLHS Makerspace! This crowdfunding site for educators has allowed us to provide resources for all students and staff to use. So far generous donors have allowed us to start a school-wide 3D Printer Program and promote coding using Spheros, Ozobots, and Drones. We are looking to expand…
Please welcome Mr. David Jimerson to the Technology Support Technician (TST) position at Ocean Lakes High School. He previously served as a TST at Salem Elementary School. Mr. Jimerson serves as a mentor to the Pod Squad students; he helps them develop their technology trouble-shooting skills.
