Specialized Equipment and Assistive Technology
Specialized Equipment
Specialized equipment is available to meet a student's specific needs, as determined by professional assessments.
Software
There are three types of software accessible for use in classrooms:
- Ministry of Education Licensed
The Ministry of Education licenses software for use in Ontario Schools. This software is made available on all Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ District School Board school curriculum computers.
- Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ District School Board (Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵDSB) Licensed
Based on the needs of our students, Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵDSB has purchased special licenses for specific software that is accessible for all students. This software is installed on all school curriculum computers.
- Specialized Equipment Licensed
For students with a more specific need, Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵDSB will purchase specialized software for students who receive a recommendation by a qualified professional. This software is part of the students Special Equipment Account (SEA) Claim and is assigned to the student.
For more information on specialized equipment and assistive technology to support students, please see the Special Equipment for Students with Special Needs. Your school's Special Education Resource Teacher can also provide excellent advice on technology that can help students, including practical software available to families.
Contact Us
Laurie Hull
Executive Assistant to Superintendent of Education: Student Achievement
Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ District School Board
1994 Fisher Drive
Peterborough, ON K9J 6X6
Phone: 705-742-9773 x2061
Toll-Free: 1-877-741-4577
Send email to Laurie Hull