Technology

Author's Note: I came up with this topic by doing a word association. It's a persuasive piece on laptops at our school and how they are useful.

Everyday, people use technology.  Whether it is used for work, school, or pleasure, technology can come in very handy. For example if cell phones weren't invented, if you were in an emergency situation away from a town you wouldn't be able to call for help. Technology was made to help make life easier. It has. Without, many new devices, we would not be where we are today.

At the Pewaukee School District, middle school and high school students are all very lucky. Everyone has their own laptops. Students can use these when working on projects, math, or researching different information. They can also be used to email teachers or other students for help.  But, as useful as the laptops are, there are some negative aspects about them.

Students can often be caught playing games on their laptops. This can be negative because likely, the teacher won't catch them. This could encourage the student to play more often. Also, cyber bullying is a possibility. Although it may not happen as much in the Pewaukee Schools it's always possible. Students could receive hurtful emails, or even have their computer hacked. For these reasons, laptops may not be the best idea.

I think that in the Pewaukee School District that more likely then not, laptops are used appropriately.  The technology department does a good job blocking harmful sites, and pictures. Also, most students are respectful to others, and their laptops. I think that the Pewaukee School District is very blessed to have this opportunity.