AoP Tech STEM Lending Library
Get to know the STEM Lending Library!
What is the AoP Tech STEM Lending Library?
The STEM Lending Library helps to close the digital divide to bring access to advanced technology equipment to AOPS classrooms! Locations for the 2019-2020 school year are at Lansdale Catholic and the Brother's House at Archbishop Carroll
STEM Lending Library Fast Facts:
- A school may request/borrow only one device at a time
- A school may borrow the device for a 1 or 2 school week period
- A school community should utilize the STEM Lending Library to facilitate and support a STREAM cross-curricular approach
- The coordinating educator will meet with an AoP Tech Technology Integration Coach for personalized support in the usage of the STREAM model and integration of the technology
- Upon return, all devices will have a one week refresh to allow the AoP Tech to ensure devices are in good working order and allow for planning meetings
- Both borrowing educators and building administrators will be required to fill out evaluation forms upon the return of the devices to continue utilizing this program
The Brother's House is on the campus of Archbishop Carroll High School in Radnor, PA. Reservations from the BH location will run in 1 or 2 week periods from Thursday-Thursday. Items borrowed from this location must be returned to here.
Reservations from the Lansdale Catholic location will run in 1 or 2 week periods from Tuesday-Tuesday. Items borrowed from this location must be returned to here.
Step 1: Preview the STEM Lending Library Devices and Availability
Step 2: Fill out a Device Request Form and Schedule Pick Up
Step 3: Meet with a Coach for Pick Up and Planning
- Learn about the usage of the device and obtain resources
- Plan using the STREAM template for meaningful integration
- Sign the Device Breakage Agreement
- Schedule the return of the device
Step 4: PLAY! LEARN! GROW!
Step 5: Return the Device
Our STEM Lending Library page contains important information and links to the following resources: Availability Calendar, Device List, Reservation Request Form, Device Breakage Agreement, STREAM Planning Template, and the Evaluation Form.