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[quote=Anonymous]I am a current DCI parent of the 7th grader.  While they have only been two (2) technology meetings, this topic is always brought up at the parent workshops.  This issue is a work in progress.  I understand that 40 something students out of 206 is not a huge number but the administration is working to get all students involved in some social activities during brunch and lunch.  They are working to engaged those students.  Each quarter they add more activities during that time period based on student interest.  They physically walk around and talk to students to see how they can get them engaged and/or send then to an activity.

During lunch they have a multitude of clubs and study halls that meet on any given day.  I have listed a few below.  My son does Math study hall, cooking, chess, and outdoor activities (when the weather permits).  Some clubs meet more than once per week.

Tips to the Library Trip
Student Government
Dog walking
Outside Athletics
Costume Design Club
Language Clubs (Spanish, French, and Chinese)
Chess
Cooking Club
Math Club/Olympiad 
Geography Club
Guys Read
Book Club

As I think back to middle school and high school, there was always a small number of students who were not particularly engaged or very social.

As a parent I am very pleased with progression that my son has made concerning his use of technology.  He was one the students who loved to be his chromebook when he first received it.  Now he doesn't even touch it unless he's doing his homework.  Additionally. we go to the library and check out whatever book they are reading in English class so they he can read the hard copy.

This is his first year having his own phone (smartphone).  The administration took his phone twice during the first two (2) months of school. Now he barely touches it during the school day.  He has used it take pictures on occasion but generally keeps it in his book bag.  At home we have electronic daily breaks (no computers/cell phone time).  Upon arriving home he completes his homework and his phone is usually on the charger in the kitchen by 7pm.

Some parents may not agree with DCI's integrated technology approach and what they consider to be a heavy use of technology but I am learning to find the balance.  I believe that DCI working to find what they consider to be a comfortable level.

Overall, I am greatly pleased with the DCI curriculum and staff.  I look forward to seeing what the coming years will bring.  
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