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Technology

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Orangewood views technology as a powerful tool to enrich teaching and learning.
 We believe the use of technology should be woven seamlessly into education, supporting and enhancing the curriculum across disciplines, and facilitating collaboration, innovation, creative expression, and exploration. On both our campuses, you'll find state of the art technology powering our learning, security, and production efforts.

To learn more about what makes a personalized RAM experience, listen to the story about, "How does a RAM GROW?" 

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Reflect

Reflect best practices in education and engage students through active learning and real-world application

innovation lab creations
Accommodate

Accommodate diverse learning styles and provide opportunities for choice, individualized learning experiences, and inquiry.

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Foster

Foster a safe environment and guide students to make moral and ethical choices.

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Connect

Connect students, faculty, administrators, parents, and the community at large.

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Challenge

Challenge students to become adaptable problem solvers and lifelong learners in pursuit of personal achievement and excellence.

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Encourage

Encourage a technology landscape that is equitable, accessible and inclusive.

1-1 iPads

Our 1-1 iPads ensure each learner has the tools they need to be creative, learn, and grow.

We aim to keep students "tuned in" and engaged with the wonderful learning experiences our teachers offer.

The tools we use in the classroom will allow our students to excel at the most demanding curriculum while also being safe.

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Orangewood is educating our students for the future and beyond.
 It is our goal to help students gain deep content mastery as well as develop a broad range of creative and soft skills so they can be productive and prosperous Christian Leaders. 

These skills include:

  • Critical thinking
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Creative problem-solving

Our iPad device strategy is:

  • Consistent
  • Reliable
  • Safe

 

Our Promise

Orangewood desires that parents and students feel properly equipped and safe on their devices at all times. We believe that at our core, we are all creators and need the very best tools to express our mastery of content in many different forms. Orangewood believes our technology will bring excitement and joy to the classroom for both teachers and students.

 

Read the Gallup report on the impact of creativity and technology in learning

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Custom Apple Pencil Wraps

Use the Formstack linked below to discover just how easy it is to print a custom warp for your Apple Pencil and create a look that is uniquely YOU!

Create your custom wrap

 

 

 

Meet the Technology Team

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Becca Mercer

Technology Systems and Device Administrator

Technology Systems and Device Administrator
bmercer@ocsrams.org
Apple Learning Coach Certified

JOINED ORANGEWOOD
2024

EDUCATION
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, American College of Education
Ed.S in Educational Leadership, Arkansas State University

FUN FACT
She is passionate about adoption. God allowed her to adopt her daughter Brianna Joy after fostering her for several years.

FAVORITE OCS TRADITION
Her favorite part of OCS is Summer Spotlight and School Break Camps. What a blessing it is to have fantastic on-site childcare year-round!

FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE
James 1:27

FAVORITE BEVERAGE
Mocha Latte

Miss Becca Mercer was born and raised overseas to missionary parents, living in the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Kenya, and Indonesia. She has three siblings—one biological and two adopted. Adoption has always been a passion for her, and in 2019, the Lord called her into foster care. In 2022, she adopted her daughter Brianna as a single mom. Together they love going to theme parks and water parks, swimming in pools, and going to playgrounds. Both began their journeys at Orangewood in the fall of 2024, with Brianna starting in PreK. Before coming to Orangewood, Miss Mercer worked as a teacher for eight years, a freelance curriculum writer for one year, and an Instructional Technologist for one year.

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Nathan Lawrence

Director of Technology and Innovation

Director of Technology and Innovation
nlawrence@ocsrams.org
Apple Learning Coach Certified

JOINED ORANGEWOOD
2018

EDUCATION
MS Chemistry and Mathematics Education, Purdue University

FUN FACT
He started skiing at a young age and has maintained his passion for the sport, to this day.

FAVORITE OCS TRADITION
One-day class retreats at Lake Nona Adventure Park

FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE
1 Peter 3:15

FAVORITE BEVERAGE
Dunkin Donuts Iced Caramel Macchiato

Mr. Nathan Lawrence grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania, as the eldest of five siblings. He attended Purdue University, earning a degree in Chemistry and Mathematics Education. He has been married to his wonderful wife since 2007, and they have two children, Josiah and Jessie, who both attend Orangewood. His family loves traveling and playing Mario Kart Racing, which can get pretty competitive. Since 2018, he has been proud to be part of the Orangewood family and is excited for another fantastic school year.

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