Educational Technology
Edtech is the practice of introducing IT tools into the classroom to create a more engaging, inclusive and individualized learning experience. The district has multiple kits that can be signed out for use in your school.
You can reserve the ED Tech equipment using the Smithers Secondary School Insignia checkout.
Drones
Learn programing with Tello and Drone Blocks
Dot Dash
Programmable robots
Merge Cube
The Merge Cube Lets you hold digital 3D objects, enabling an entirely new way to learn and interact with the digital world.
Microbits
The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. It has an LED light display, buttons, sensors and many input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world.
Makedo
Makedo is a simple to use, open-ended system of tools for creative cardboard construction. Build imaginative and useful creations from upcycled cardboard.
3D Printer
Checkout our 3d printing section for more details 3D Printing
Laser Engraver
Portable laser engraver useful for wood burning projects, engraving plastics. We will provide a laptop with the necessary software to use the engraver.
Supervision is required.
Coding Chromebooks
A set of 10 Chromebooks that are available on loan for use with coding training sessions.