Academics

Academic Technology

Technology in the Classroom
Empowering every learner with the right tools.

At Mercy, we aim to create a community where technology is used positively, safely, and with integrity.

Drawing from our school values to foster a lifelong love of learning, we teach students to be curious and adaptable when making informed, thoughtful choices about technology. We strive to teach our students the skills and confidence to navigate responsibly and contribute productively as empathetic citizens in a digital world. 

In the classroom, we believe the purpose of educational technology is to enhance and support teaching and learning while respecting our foundational educational pedagogies. We also recognize the power of educational technology in extending learning and its ability to provide experiences that might not otherwise have been possible.

Most importantly, we encourage our community to find a healthy balance when making decisions about technology use both in and out of the classroom.

Inside Your Student’s Digital Day

List of 5 items.

  • 1:1 Device Program

    Every Mercy student receives a device to ensure 24/7 access to learning resources and communication.

  • Learning Management Systems (LMS)

    MercyLink (Blackbaud) is our central hub for assignments, grades, and transparent parent-teacher communication.

  • Dedicated Tech Support

    We run a professional IT support ticketing system to ensure any tech issues that arise are tracked and resolved, maximizing uptime and minimizing disruption to learning.

  • Productivity & Collaboration

    Google Workspace & Microsoft 365 enable seamless collaboration on documents and presentations.

  • Interactive Classrooms

    Every Mercy classroom is equipped with a SMART Board, allowing teachers to provide lessons in a dynamic, visual way.

Specialized Apps & Available Technology

  • 3D Printers
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Architectural Scale
  • Bluebook
  • Breadboard Kits
  • Collegeboard
  • Delta Math
  • EV3 Minestorms Home Edition
  • Garbonzo
  • Graphical Analysis 4
  • IXL
  • JavaScript
  • Laser Cutters
  • LEGO SpikePrime
  • Membean Personalized Vocabulary Instruction
  • MicroBits
  • Mini String Tables
  • MuseScore
  • Naviance
  • One Note
  • onShape CAD
  • PhET Interactive Simulations
  • PIVOT
  • Snap & Read
  • Spheros
  • TinkerCAD
  • VEX IQ
  • VS Code
  • WeVideo

Navigating AI Together: Guiding Principles

List of 6 items.

  • Humans Come First

    We prioritize human insight, guided by empathy and accountability. When we engage with AI, it is a tool to enhance, never replace, human capabilities, creativity, and critical thinking.

  • Trust & Transparency

    To foster trust and academic integrity, all AI use must be disclosed, cited, and aligned with Mercy’s educational values. No hidden shortcuts, just honest, transparent learning.

  • Learning with Purpose

    AI integration must support deeper understanding, skill development, and meaningful engagement.

  • Critical Evaluation

    AI outputs must be verified for accuracy and bias. AI can assist, but never make final decisions. Our faculty maintain full responsibility and use only approved, age-appropriate, and fair tools.

  • Responsibility & Ethics

    We promote discussing ethical AI use, emphasizing original thought and an understanding of AI’s limitations. We are also committed to protecting student data privacy and managing our technology’s environmental impact.

  • Growing Together

    We are all learners, students, teachers, and parents alike, committed to developing the digital fluency to use AI ethically and effectively, embracing curiosity as technology evolves.

Mercy's Information Technology Team

List of 4 members.

  • Photo of Amy Hentschke

    Amy Hentschke 

    Director of Information Technology
    (585) 288-7120 ext. 356
  • Photo of Joseph Tiffany

    Joseph Tiffany 

    IT Support Specialist/Network Administrator
    (585) 288-7120
  • Photo of Felicia Torres

    Felicia Torres 

    Educational Technology and Data Systems Specialist
    (585) 288-7120
  • Photo of Dominic Wasson

    Dominic Wasson 

    Technical Support Specialist
    (585) 288-7120

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