A pilot program being used at all Lincoln high schools will soon be expanding to a pair of middle schools. Superintendent Dr. Paul Gausman says the digital hall pass system has been very successful so far at the high school level.
“Last week, staff at Goodrich and Irving middle schools were trained on the digital hall pass system that was implemented this fall. Students will be trained on how to use the digital pass system with their Chromebooks during the first week back in January.”
The digital hall pass system helps maximize instructional time, increase communication, and enhance safety. Gausman says each middle school student will be allowed two student-initiated passes per day to use the restroom or go to the library, office, nurse, counselor, or other classrooms.
“Teachers, at their discretion, may allow passes beyond the two-pass limit, Gausman says. “The health office may also provide passes to individuals with medical concerns. If a student experiences an emergency, they may leave the room immediately, and the teacher will notify the office.
Gausman says if a student doesn’t have their Chromebook a staff member can create a digital pass at the student’s request.