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Fisher Road Special School 


 

Computers and Technology

Computers 


Students have access to at least two computers in each classroom. Using a range of computer programs students practice their academic skills, refine eye-hand coordination, learn cause and effect, develop problem solving and language skills, enhance communication options and enjoy leisure time on the computer. Every class has access to the internet in their room. The school has an intranet to send messages between classrooms and to share documents. Each student has the opportunity to monitor their own email address.

Adaptive Equipment 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


We are constantly trying to improve our resources to ensure that all students have the opportunity to access computers. Adaptive equipment allows students with physical disabilities and with intellectual disabilities to operate programs on computers. Some students use a device called an adapted mouse which operates by pressing a switch. Intellikeys , touchscreens and the easyball are examples of other adaptions the students use. 

Along with a number of specified software programs used at the school, students have access to individual software designed by school staff.

 

Specialised Equipment.

Fisher Road is pro-active in ensuring every student has access to the latest adaptive devices to improve their communication. Through links with other agencies, appropriate testing and selection of alternative augmentative communication devices can be managed and included as part of a students program.

The school has a number of special walkers, hoists and exercise equipment.


 

E - Mail: fisherrd-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au