Jiva Public School makes use of the latest developments in Information Technology to keep pace with the dynamic new developments in the field of Science and Technology. JPS is the first school in India to make use of the Internet and email for performing curriculum exchange projects with international students, teach digital video-making and create learning resources on various topics, and to use educational web logs for enhancing effective communication between the students and the teachers in the school. Jiva's IT activities are integrated throughout the entire curriculum, with both teachers and students walking hand-in-hand to reap maximum benefits. Students are encouraged to develop a global perspective by engaging in activities with their peers from around the world, sharing views and even collaborating on projects. While most schools in India still view the computer as a machine to do programming, Jiva Public School takes the stand that the computer is a tool and a resource that can be used to achieve multiple goals.

Computers at Jiva play an important role to facilitate effective communication and coordination between the teachers and the administration. Our teachers create and access dozens of technology-based lesson plans through a database created in-house. The administration makes use of a Jiva-created software tool called Smart School Pro for maintaining student records, grades, fees, and so on.

Students Making Videos
JPS has promoted video filmmaking as a tool to use technology for a cause, creating awareness about the environment and other social issues. Such initiatives have not gone unrecognised. Recently, the students of Classes VI –X won a special award at the screening of their movies at the First National Wildlife and Environment Film Festival in India for their efforts in creating environmental awareness.

iMac Lab
JPS has set up a state-of-the-art iMac lab with grants received from Apple Computer and the Schlumberger Corporation. The lab is replete with the latest iMac computers, ISDN connectivity, video conferencing equipment and even a digital video editing facility.

Digital Responsibility
Even if learners become the most proficient computer users, they are not considered truly IT literate unless they develop the wisdom to use technology in beneficial ways. Recent reports of juvenile technology misuse have given parents and institutions a genuine cause for concern. Jiva therefore promotes digital responsibility by addressing acceptable computer use, caring for and sharing equipment, intellectual property rights, anti-piracy, hacking, and so on. Students are made aware of all these pertinent issues and encouraged to indulge in the responsible use of IT.