To be an educational leader, while teaching the science inquiry method, STVM has embraced science technology and uses it to its fullest advantage. In order for students to collect the data that is required for their inquiry-based science projects, they must have access to the tools that will make this research possible.

For this reason, the new Center has acquired the latest digital technology, including:

	Two 62-inch LCD projection televisions
	Eight-foot powered ceiling projection screen
	30 computer stations, including both desktop and laptop computers with wireless capabilities
	SMART Board™ Sympodium, an electronic white board that interfaces with the instructor's classroom to create an interactive learning environment. The SMART Board uses VGA image technology for greater image quality and flexibility.
	Panasonic integrated projection system
	Four integrated classroom video cameras for use in distance learning over a Microwave 12-megabit connection to The University of Akron's distance learning IP network
	Digital Elmo document camera with lab attachment
	Two 42-inch mounted Gateway instructor plasma teaching monitors by lab workstations
	Microphones at every table and lab desk (one for every two students)
	FM wireless instructor microphone
	Unique AMX Madero Classroom Control System that allows University of Akron personnel to access and troubleshoot the system over the Internet for the highest level of technical support.
	Custom color-matched instructor desk made specifically for the Center for Science & Technology
	Custom color-matched, front-integrated LCD shelving system for the front of the classroom to allow for storage of classroom media and materials
	Custom-built, rack-mounted classroom computer
	Videocassette recorder/player
	DVD player
	Overhead lab desk camera
	Color printer and matching table
	Custom decal classroom identifiers for St. Vincent-St. Mary High School distance learning classroom system
	Polycom speaker telephone
	Instructor LCD monitor
	Extron Pop-Up system
	1.8-terabyte Dell storage server for storing student projects

STVM has also configured its Distance Learning Lab unlike any other similar facility in the area. Because there are four student cameras, instead of one or two like in other facilities, it allows for greater interactivity. The instructor is free to move about the room using a wireless lapel microphone. Microphones at every table and lab desk average one microphone per two students. VGA image technology provides greater image quality and flexibility, in real-time, than most other facilities statewide. Another unique element is the two-way collaborative data technology, which no other high school has.

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