In the year 2014, Seminole High School will face some changes. Principal Connie Collins wants to add more technology and improve the school by working towards a shift that will give students “more ownership of data.”

Seminole is expecting a delivery of about 260 computers this year, and Principal Collins plans on adding more. Principal Collins is also working towards a new program called Operation Wireless, which will infuse more technology by allowing students additional access to computers.

Dr. Collins said, “There is so much cool stuff available these days that allow students to work collaboratively not only in the classroom, but across cyberspace, even with students in other schools, states, and countries. Our students deserve these opportunities, and I am excited about the potential that the new technology will bring.”

Freshman Chris Gomez said, “I hope the school will upgrade all [of] the slow computers and have better laptops for use in classrooms.  That will keep Seminole modern and allow students to use tools that are used very frequently for almost anything.”

On the topic of ownership of data, students should know where they stand so that they can successfully move on the right track. She [who?] wants students to develop goals on the way so that they can “reach the finish line.”

Dr. Collins said, “My vision would be for a Seminole High School where every student came each day with the mission of preparation for a future that is going to last a lifetime.”

In addition, during the next school year Principal Collins plans to continue appearing on the school’s news.  She isn’t very comfortable in front of a camera, she said, but she feels that we should face our fears.

In regard to being on NDN, Dr. Collins said, “I have always liked the idea of bringing a positive, uplifting message to my students, and at a school as large as Seminole the news is a critical venue.”

Sophomore Adriana Albaladejo said, “I think that her [Principal Collins’] encouraging words during the morning news and being involved with the students is something that she has done well.”

As our principal, Collins wants Seminole to grow and to adapt to a changing world. To do that she said that she and her faculty will have to constantly reassess what their needs are and where they need to direct their attention.

Dr. Collins’  end goal of these changes made is to help the students succeed, learn, and be prepared for the real world