Bringing Cutting Edge Tech to Boley Elementary
In 2019, Boley Elementary faced a daunting challenge when a fire destroyed their building. However, instead of simply rebuilding, Principal Sandy Bates and Federal Programs Director Anthony Killian saw an opportunity for transformation. Partnering with Trafera, they set out to redefine the learning experience for students and teachers alike.
Bringing Cutting Edge Tech to Boley Elementary: A Collaboration Between Lü and Trafera
The new Boley Elementary in West Monroe now features state-of-the-art facilities, including technology-enhanced classrooms. One standout addition is Lü, a cutting-edge educational tool that promotes active learning through interactive play.
Mounted proudly in Boley’s multipurpose room, a Lü Üno creates an interactive playground for students to learn as they engage in active play.
"Students learn academics through the process of being physically fit with the Lü and don’t even know it!" says Killian, highlighting Lü's unique approach to blending physical activity with learning. Killian played a critical role in bringing Lü to Boley Elementary and other Title I schools in the district after hearing about the technology from another local principal.
But just like rebuilding the school from the foundation up, implementing Lü didn’t happen overnight. From initial awareness to effectively implementing the Lü system, it took a collaboration with an experienced partner to make it happen.
Title I funds in the United States are designed to improve educational outcomes for students from low-income families. Lü offers a dynamic and immersive learning environment that aligns with the objectives of Title I programs.
Download our one-page document explaining how to utilize Title I funds to justify the purchase of Lü products in U.S. educational settings.
Leading Boley towards innovation with Lü
“One of our goals is to be on the cutting edge of technology,” commented Killian. “When we saw Lü, that’s what sprang into our minds: cutting-edge technology for our schools that are considered Title I.”
Sandy Bates, principal at Boley Elementary since 2017, was on board from the beginning, stating,
“When [district leadership] explained it to me, I was ready. I had to have it!”
Sandy Bates
Principal at Boley Elementary
Learning Transformed
Ouachita School District and Trafera have made Lü systems available in 12 schools across the district, benefiting over 4,000 students. Additionally, more than 240 teachers have been trained on the Lü, and are ready to deliver engaging, active, and delightful instruction to students.
“It’s one thing to teach these educators how to push a button–how to turn the Lü on– but it’s another thing to show them how to implement it. How to embed it into the curriculum that they already have."
Angela Kiser
Trafera Teaching and Learning Consultant
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3ArZttOEU0&feature=youtu.be
