One of Lancaster School District's goals is to help our students continue their education outside of the classroom using a variety of web-based resources. The best way to help your child access these resources is by adding the Launchpad Classlink app to your home computer, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.

How to obtain the Classlink app

Apple devices should access the Apple app store or iTunes

Search for and install "Classlink Launchpad"

Android devices should access the Google Play app store

Search for and install "Classlink Launchpad"

For desktop and laptop computers, you must first have installed the Chrome web browser (http://google.com/chrome/browser)

Once you have installed the Chrome browser, visit the Chrome web store (http://chrome.google.com/webstore)

Search for and install the Launchpad Classlink app

• Student uses basic keyboarding skills (Grade K: letter identification/Grade 1: 5-10 words a minute/Grade 2: 10-20 words a minute)

• Student illustrates and communicates original ideas and stories using digital tools and media rich resources

• Student identifies, researches, and collects data using digital resources and proposes a developmentally appropriate solution

• Student works in collaborative groups to produce a digital presentation or product in a curriculum area

• Studnt finds and evaluates information related to a current or historical person or event using digital resources

• Student uses simulations and graphical organizers to explore and depict patterns of growth such as life cycles of plants and animals

• Student demonstrates the safe and cooperative use of technology

• Student communicates about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology

• Student demonstrates the ability to navigate in virtual environments such as electronic books, simulation software, and websites

• Student can appropriately use keyboarding skills (3rd Grade: 1 paragraph/4th Grade: 1 page/5th Grade: 2 pages all in a single sitting)

• Student produces a media-rich digital story or report using formatting and editing tools

• Student uses digital presentation software to modify/create works of art, graphically display information, and communicate effectively during oral presentations

• Student recognizes bias in digital resources while researching an issue with guidance from the teacher

• Student selects and applies digital tools to collect, organize, and analyze data to evaluate theories or test hypothesis

• Student identifies and investigates issues and generates possible solutions using digital tools and resources

• Student conducts science experiments using digital instruments and measurement devices

• Student conceptualizes, guides, and manages individual or group learning projects using digital planning with teacher support

• Student uses technology appropriately to prevent injury to self or damage to equipment

• Student debates the effect of existing and emerging technologies on individuals, society, and the global community

• Student practices safe behavior on the web and understands copyright law with guidance from the teacher