The Laptop Program began in 1995, when the administration provided the entire faculty with laptop computers and extensive training in computer technology and software. That same year the school invested in a full-time technology coordinator, ensuring that the staff and network would receive ongoing support. Three years later Moeller piloted the student laptop program by choosing 25 students and a core group of faculty. In 1999, the entire freshman class received laptop computers, and each successive year the incoming freshmen have used laptops as one of their primary educational tools. With on-going technology training for students and faculty, the laptop has become an important tool for the learning process at Moeller. Along with research, the laptop is used for numerous tasks including communication, digital texts, and specialized software applications. In 2002, educational technology leader IBM selected Moeller as a model program in technology education. Since that time, numerous educational leaders and groups around the country have visited Moeller to learn how the school successfully integrates computer laptops throughout the curriculum. In 2006 the Technology Program merged with the Chaminade Library to enhance and streamline the resources, training and support for students and faculty.
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1984: Moeller purchased its first computers.
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1985: Moeller created an Apple IIe Lab and installed a Unix System.
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1986-1988: During the next three years, Moeller completed its DOS Lab.
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1991: Moeller added a Mac Lab.
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1992: Moeller began providing the infrastructure necessary to make a full pledge to technology education, installing digital systems and providing ongoing training to the faculty.
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1995: Moeller initiates the Student Laptop Program, beginning the process by providing all faculty and administration with personal laptops and by providing them with extensive training. In addition, the school hired a full-time technology coordinator.
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1998: Moeller begins a pilot laptop program with 25 freshmen and core group of faculty.
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1999: All freshmen receive a laptop computer, marking the official implementation of the Student Laptop Program. Each successive class receives laptop computers.
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2002: All students now have laptop computers. IBM selects Moeller as a model program in technology education.
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2005: Moeller begins Phase II of the Student Laptop Program. Teachers integrate the laptops more fully into the classroom and continue their training in technology education.
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2008: Moeller implements Fortinet perimeter security and web-filtering.
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2008: First freshman class (2012) to receive tablet computers.
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2009: Moeller forms Tech Committee of department, faculty/staff, students, parents, and alumni to consult/advise and assist in the evaluation of all new technology and technology needs going forward.
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2010: First freshman class (2014) to receive tablet computers with touch screen.
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2010: Moeller datacenter goes completely virtual on VMware vSphere technology and upgrades email system to Microsoft Exchange Server 2010.
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2010: Moeller opens the Information and Technology Center (ITC), combining the traditional library and laptop helpdesk services into a single department.
- 2010: Moeller implements DyKnow, a classroom management and interactive education software.
2005-2006 was the beginning for Phase II of the laptop program. There are many new components that were incorporated into the program enhancing the classroom use of student laptops. The laptop program provides an integral facet of the overall educational experience for students. The program is unique among secondary schools and one in which we take great pride. Your input and support will impact the success of Phase II and the use of student laptops in the curriculum. The technology department has been coordinating the implementation of Phase II. Please feel free to ask for help or information from any member of the department.