Project Based & Technology Learning

Zuni’s academic programs emphasize the use of technology to engage, challenge, and support student learning in all areas.

Zuni’s general education students receive the same quality programs, iReady Math, Fundations, Benchmark literacy, as all APS students, but with the enhancement of the highest quality of classroom technology integration.

Our literacy block is 120 minutes each day.

Our math block is 60 minutes each day.

Zuni students are also given opportunities to extend or re-visit literacy and math skills though the use of a web based programs.

Special education students at Zuni receive individualized academic programs according to the needs identified in the evaluation process and their IEP.

Science is a vital part of Zuni's instructional practices through the use of Mystery Science.  The students can access much of this curriculum at home.  Science is often a key element in the Project Based Learning activities the students are engaged in.  

During the 2022-2023 school year, the Zuni community participated in the installation or the Zuni Habitat Garden.  This learning space will be an interactive space for children to observe native flora and fauna right here on campus.

Zuni Elementary has incorporated the use of project based learning to teach real world skills, team work, leadership, and academics by using actual problems for the students to solve, rather than be given the answer.

The use of technology is very important to our society. All students are provided equitable opportunities to use technology as one of many tools in their learning process. It is our belief that students learn best when they are engaged in meaningful activities where they are able to work with others in order to construct a product that shows their knowledge. Technology is always used with close supervision by adults.

• Classrooms have a mixture of iPads, laptops & desktops that supports our 1:1 device focus.
• Interactive whiteboards (Promethean Boards) allow teachers to present materials to students in a dynamic, interactive and engaging format. Students respond to this type of instruction and hands-on learning in ways not common with traditional pencil and paper.
• Zuni has two technology labs - The teaching lab (TLC) with a full-time technology teacher, as well as a film/green screen lab.
• We now have a green screen set-up in its own room, complete with lights and all! Many teachers have been trained on its use and produce some great videos!
• Students and staff are able to save projects through the use of Google in order to have access to their work from any device in the school or at home.
• Student tech team (SWAT) that will be trained to support teachers and students in technology. Students will be responsible for taking care of the computer labs, the STEAM Room, and the upcoming live-streaming of morning announcements.;
• Teachers are involved in ongoing professional development with technology such as teacher-led workshops, grade level collaboration, and classes on technology in education. We are doing our best to stay current with all the new technology that is continually evolving.
• Zuni has a full time educational technology specialist on staff which is vital to acquiring new technology, keeping it running smoothly, and guiding technology infused instruction.

Teachers develop lessons that integrate technology with the theme or learning concepts they are studying. All preschool through fifth grade classes work in the computer lab one day a week for 45 minutes. Students can continue work in their classrooms on their individual devices.