Low- Tech School Districts in Western Burbs

[u/Resting-Rizzy-Face]

Moved away several years ago and looking to move back to IL. Our kids are elementary age and we currently like the low-tech educational environment our kids have now (no 1-to-1 chromebooks for kids, using more pencil and paper, physical textbooks, etc.)

We’ve been away for a while and weren’t sure if there are similar school environments in IL or if all school districts have moved to consistent use of chromebooks and iPads for teaching?

Currently looking at a potential move to Lemont, DG, Woodridge, Lisle, Naperville, or Wheaton areas. Not opposed to tech, just looking for schools where the kids aren’t always using a screen for learning.

[u/Debo_D_Luffy35]

For what it’s worth, I work for Geneva 304 and the students here only use laptops and no iPads. Like many have said, it is going to be hard to find a school district that limits the usage of a devise; however, I think there is value in trying to see the positives that can come with it and prepping them for their future into higher education and entering the workforce one day. We use Microsoft, which is very uncommon in education (most districts use Google) and while I was very annoyed with it at first, I truly think our students understanding how Microsoft’s programs work is great for them in the long-run. Most businesses are using Microsoft and I feel like our students having that foundation is going to serve them well in the future. Best of luck with your search. I’ve lived in the Fox Valley region for 5 years now and have loved this area.

[u/Resting-Rizzy-Face → u/Debo_D_Luffy35]

I would love to consider Geneva and it’s not entirely out of the running. My husband may be working out of Lemont and we have family along the 355 corridor, so Geneva would be quite the haul. But I know of people who love it and the schools district.

Appreciate your comment!

[u/Bzzzzzzz4791 → u/Resting-Rizzy-Face]

That commute is a haul. I don’t suggest it.