Computer Labs

Nicolet has three computer labs available for general access by the teaching staff. The Information Technology Center (ITC) has 26 workstations, F109 has 27 workstations and D-011 has 28 computers. The computers have the standard student software configuration and have access to the Internet, networked library resources and network directories for file storage and access. All three labs have Macintosh computers and laser printers. These are good general purpose computer use areas for whole classes. Teachers can reserve these labs online in their FirstClass email desktop. The F-109 and ITC labs have easy to use, permanently installed LCD projectors and SMARTBoards. In addition to these three labs, there is a general use portable lab with 30 laptop computers and a printer. This lab is available in the D-wing library. There are three other mobile labs for Math/Science, English/Foreign Language and Social Studies that are available online as well.
 

Hardware Resources

Staff and students can reserve resources in the AV Center located in F113. The AV Center is home to many useful media resources including VCR's, DVD players, camcorders, digital cameras, photocopiers and the computer related equipment identified below.

Digital cameras are available for check out on a first come first served basis. The typical term of check out is not to exceed 3 days for the cameras because of the current demand.

LCD projectors, screens and audio sound systems for use in staff and student presentations are available in the AV center.

Assistance is available if you need demonstrations on operating any of this equipment. Contact David Greevers (8225) for assistance in reserving these resources.

Flatbed image scanners for staff and general student use are available in the each department office and in the F-wing Library.

Software Resources

Nicolet computer labs have a standard set of software applications installed to serve the educational needs of our students. The lab computers will have Firefox, Microsoft Office, FirstClass(email), Inspiration and numerous links for library resources.
 

Network Resources

Nicolet provides internet access, private network directories, e-mail accounts and network printing for all staff and students. These resources have been put in place to facilitate the safe and secure transfer and storage of files for all computer users at Nicolet. Students are expected to manage their private directory so that unnecessary files are archived or deleted in a timely manner. All files are backed up nightly. All students are expected to comply with the guidelines of the student acceptable use policy. Staff members have an acceptable use policy that they are expected to comply with as well. Details of the policies can be found in the student/parent handbook and teacher handbook.
 

e-mail Accounts

All students and staff are issued e-mail accounts. Student and staff e-mail addresses are firstname_lastname@nicolet.k12.wi.us. E-mail can be checked from home or other locations by visiting http://webmail.nicolet.k12.wi.us and entering their username and password. Click here for detailed instructions.

Students are encouraged to transport their files between school and home via their FirstClass e-mail account if possible. Nicolet, like many other institutions, is relying on floppy disk technology less and less each year.
 

File Storage Options

Students and staff are encouraged to save their files in their private directory located on the Nicolet file server. These files are backed up nightly and are secure, requiring a user name and password to access the directory. Students needing to transport files to and from home should consider doing so if possible, through the e-mail system or with a USB flash drive.
 

Reference Materials for Software and Hardware

Staff members seeking reference materials that relate to software programs can contact John Reiels (8164). Each department office has a set of manuals that relate to the standard software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel or PowerPoint.

The Information Technology Center has a wide selection of periodicals that relate to computers and technology. In addition to that, John Reiels also has periodicals that relate specifically to the integration of technology into the curriculum. Please see the web page for the libraries to get more information about electronic resources that are available to staff, students and community members.
 

Technical Support

Nicolet has a technical support team to help resolve technical problems. Technical support can be requested by using the SchoolDude link included in email. Please be sure to indicate details of the problem you are experiencing and the computer that it is occuring on.

Staff members who require assistance in learning how to do something with the computer should contact John Reiels for training and not the help desk for technical support.

"Smart" Technology Rooms

Nicolet has an ongoing classroom remodeling program where one or more classrooms are renovated as part of summer building maintenance. Technology upgrades have been included in the classroom remodeling program since 1999. Typically, when a room is remodeled, an LCD projector and SMARTBoard are installed. AV equipment is also installed in the room depending on the department's request and available funding. Over half of Nicolet's classrooms currently have interactive whiteboards and AV capabilities.