District Technology
Butler School District 53 integrates state-of-the-art technology and professional development to foster 21st-century skills in both students and staff.
District Technology
Butler School District 53 prides itself on offering students access to state of the art technology that enriches the learning environment on a daily basis. The school district has implemented a number of technology initiatives that supplement learning to expose students to 21st century skills and dispositions.
Additionally, the technology department is responsible for professional development for teachers and staff to ensure that all have the necessary training and support for integrating technology as a part of the daily lessons.
Important Resources
Digital Resources
- Parent Resource Hub - Tutorials for D53 Resources for Parents
- Family Tech Support Form
- Butler SD53 | Device Best Practices
Google Classroom
PowerSchool
STUDENT ONLINE PERSONAL PROTECTION ACT (SOPPA)
What is SOPPA?
Effective July 1, 2021, Illinois school districts are required by the Student Online Personal Protection Act (SOPPA) to provide additional guarantees that student data is protected when collected by educational technology companies, and that data is used for beneficial purposes only (105 ILCS 85/15).
What does it mean to be SOPPA Compliant?
If a vendor states that they are SOPPA-compliant, that means that they are:
- Not using collected data to provide targeted ads;
- Not profiling students except in furtherance of school purposes;
- Not selling or renting student information;
- Not disclosing information unless required to by law or as part of the maintenance and development of its service;
- Using sound security practices;
- Deleting student data when requested by the school or district;
- Publicly disclosing information about its use, terms of service, agreement, and privacy policy;
- Entered into a written agreement with the school district.
District 53 Approved Apps
Access Butler 53’s resource listing here.
Parental Rights
Notice of Parent Rights Regarding Student Covered Information