Information Technology
Technology at ABS
At ABS, technology is recognized as an essential tool for both teaching and learning. Our commitment to integrating the latest advancements in educational technology ensures that students are equipped with cutting-edge tools and resources to enhance their academic experience. Here’s an overview of the technology infrastructure and tools available across the school:
Hardware and Infrastructure
- 450 PC systems distributed across the campus
- 6 Computer Labs and 1 MAC Lab for specialized learning
- 2 Testing Labs and 2 Design Labs for assessments and creative work
- Interactive Touch Panels in all classrooms and computer labs, fully networked with internet access
- Wi-Fi access points across classrooms in Elementary and MSHS sections
- Windows laptop program: Every student from Grade 2 to Grade 12 has access to a personal laptop
- Portable laptop carts to facilitate online assessments
- Digital Drawing Tablets for creative design and art classes
- Interactive gym scoreboard for live sports updates
- 3D Printers for large-scale 3D modeling and hands-on projects
- Green Screen Studio for professional-grade video shooting and editing
- Integrated webcams in each classroom PC to support online and remote learning sessions
- Fully networked public address and signage systems for seamless communication across campus
- School-wide CCTV system for safety and monitoring
Software and Digital Tools
- Safe Exam Browser: Deployed for secure administration of online assessments
- Microsoft Education-supported learning platform: Provides a secure, collaborative, and engaging online environment
- E-books: Transitioned for core subjects in both Elementary and MSHS levels, replacing traditional textbooks
- Bulk communication tools: Email, SMS, and WhatsApp for streamlined communication between the school and home
Core Educational Applications
- PowerSchool: For student information management and grade tracking
- Office 365: Used for student emails, assignment submissions via Microsoft Teams, and access to a suite of other Microsoft applications for productivity and collaboration.
- IXL: An adaptive learning platform for personalized skill practice
- NWEA MAP: Online standardized testing for measuring student progress
- Atlas Rubicon: Curriculum mapping portal for teachers
- WPP (Writing Practice Program): To enhance student writing skills
- Follett Destiny Library: For digital library and resource management
- Turnitin: For plagiarism detection and academic integrity
- RAZ Kids: Online reading resources for students
- Cialfo: A comprehensive platform for college counseling and career planning
- Charanga: Multi-award-winning music teaching and learning support with complete curricula, teaching resources, content-building and personalization tools, music technology, online learning, CPD and teacher training.
- Discovery Education: Is an Online Learning Platform That Offers Award-Winning Digital Content & Professional Development for Educators.
- DIBELS: (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) is a set of procedures and measures for assessing the acquisition of literacy skills. DIBELS 8th Edition represents the culmination of decades of research into supporting students in becoming successful readers.
- I-Read Arabic: Program for Students
With our technology infrastructure, ABS provides students with broad access to educational resources and ensures innovative, technology-based learning is fully integrated into the curriculum.
SAFE Browser
Safe browsers for online assessments to prevent plagarism