Harare International School (HIS) recognizes that technology is an essential tool which supports implementing a 21st century teaching and learning environment. A variety of technology is readily available to all students and teachers across the campus creating an environment that fosters creativity, innovation, critical thinking, problem solving, and communication.
The school uses superb, 21st century platforms to communicate, collaborate and integrate information.
HIS Essential Platforms
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- The G Suite for Education (formerly called Google Apps for Education)
- Email – Gmail for HIS
- Calendar – Google Calendar for HIS
- Drive – Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms for HIS
- Websites – Google Sites for HIS
- Reports – ManageBac (PYP, MYP & DP)
- Attendance – ManageBac (PYP, MYP & DP)
- Curriculum – ManageBac (MYP & DP) and Atlas Rubicon (PYP)
- Library – HIS Follett Destiny Li
- The G Suite for Education (formerly called Google Apps for Education)
- Others include
- Brainpop, NewsELA, SeeSaw, NoodleTools and more
HIS Hardware
- Every teacher is provided with a laptop and each classroom is equipped with:
- highspeed, robust, wireless internet,
- a projector & Apple TV
- There are two (2) iMac labs with 22 iMacs each and an additional 5 iMacs in the Media Center for individual work.
- The elementary school has a combination iPads (EC1 to Gr 4) and Chromebooks (Gr 5) available in mobile carts.
- The Gr 6, 7 & 8 students each have a school owned Chromebook.
- The Gr 9, 10, 11 &12 students have a school owned MacBook laptop.
- All staff, teachers and Secondary school students have access to network printers.
Students and teachers are encouraged to use technology as a tool to contribute to and enhance their teaching and learning. The Technology Integration Specialist provides guidance and support for teachers, students, and parents.