A Note About Technology Use 

Dear Families,

In an effort to be proactive, I am reaching out to ask for your assistance as our students balance outside commitments that may require computer access during times that conflict with our schedule at Cardigan. We understand and respect that many students choose to participate in extracurricular classes, tutoring, and other enrichment activities to further their learning. Also, we know that excessive screen time and overworking is detrimental to their mental health and overall wellbeing. We have crafted our technology policy intentionally with the healthy development of middle school boys in mind. Please review the following expectations, and plan to reach out to me during the year if you anticipate your son will need an exception for legitimate reasons.

• Students can access their computers around 7:45 each morning when they are prepared for the day (passing room inspection and wearing the proper dress code)
• During the weekdays, students turn in their computers for the night at 9:00 (grades 6-8) or 9:30 (grade 9)
• During the weekends, students turn in their computers on Saturday night at 10:00 (grades 6-8) or 10:30 (grade 9), may retrieve their computer at 9:00 Sunday morning, and turn their computers back in at 9:00 on Sunday night (all students)

On another note, if you are ever concerned about your son’s computer/online habits, please connect with me. Cardigan is now using GoGuardian, a software that allows us to better comprehend how our students are spending their time online. As a school, we are committed to helping our students to live responsible and meaningful lives, which includes the skillful use of technology. 

Thank you,
Nick Nowak 
Director of Student Life
nnowak@cardigan.org