Montbello High School has 18 computer labs; all having Internet access with a firewall that protects the students from going to inappropriate sites.
The Library has 30 Computers connected to 2 network printers;there is a scanner for students and teachers to scan images or documents, a cart with a laptop, LDC projector, DVD player, speakers and a SMART Board. Mrs. Womantree won a SMART Board in her Intelteacher of the future class, she let us use it in the library.
Room 152
Students are able to use this class to get assistance with their reading and writing. This class has 10 computers which are used for the programs READ 180 and SRI. READ 180 is a proven solution that produces quantifiable learning gains among struggling readers whose reading achievement is below the proficient level. These computers have internet access, operate all Microsoft programs and are connected to a server and a network printer.
Go to College Room 205
Inside the College Resource room there are 6 computers which students can use for college research. Learn more about Go To College.
Computer lab 209 Student Services
Within computer lab 209 students have the opportunity to access the internet and other computer programs. The lab consists of 30 workstations. One of the programs, entitled PLATO, is a web based learning tool that helps students in the areas of math, reading, and language arts. This program assesses each student individually and then places each student at the appropriate level within the assigned curriculum.
Students also have access to lap top computers that have internet capabilities within the Student Services area. Also found within room 209 is a SMART Board. The SMART Board is used to demonstrate and model computer based lessons within the computer lab.
Student Services (along with the Administration) also offer the Montbello High School Credit Recovery Program. This program is offered to selected juniors and seniors who have fallen behind schedule toward graduation. All curriculums are PLATO based and it is offered to students on Saturdays.
Detention/ISIR Room 150
We always want to enable our students with time to complete assignments. This classroom is complete with 2 computers. These computers have PLATO capability and they are connected to the network printers located in the library, students are able to do computer research and finish their homework while they are in detention/ISIR.
Community Liaisons Room 223
The Center for Parent/Community Involvement (CPI) believes in providing the best possible support for the parents and community. There are number resources available to parents. This is a state-of-the-art technology room that is available for parent/community usage. There are (6) computers, a SMART Board, LCD projector, a network laser printer, and two assistants all open to utilize from 7am – 4pm weekdays
Parents can access student's daily attendance, progress reports, and much more through Parent Portal. Computer classes will be offered monthly. Parents who do not have internet access can have an account set-up. Some of the goals include:
- Fostering a collaborative friendly parent/school environment.
- Involving parental engagement through our supportive family centers with modern technological resources designed for our community.
- Planned student and parent intervention activities and family nights including conferences every 4 ½ weeks.
- Ongoing communication between the school and the parent regarding their child's academic progress.
General Labs 182, 201, 202, 203
There are 6 general labs located in rooms 201, 202, 203, 182 and 124A.Within the General computer labs students have the opportunity to access the internet and other computer programs. Each lab consists of 30 PC workstations and one administrative computer. These computers all contain the cognitive tutor math program, adobe, Visio, flash, dream weaver and all Microsoft applications.
Found within each room is a SMART Board with an LCD projector. The Smart board is used to demonstrate and model computer based lessons within the computer lab. Each of these labs has its own network printer.
Room 124A or the science lab is a general lab but it is use mostly for science teachers. Mrs. Rhonda stated; "There are many ways to use the computer lab in science. This year I have used the lab in my Chemistry class for reading material that I didn't like well in my book because the computer had interactive links for things like vocabulary and animated illustrations. Also the web site I used had an English Spanish translation. My tech innovations kids started right away with a word document to take Cornell notes. If I had my way I'd probably not use a textbook and use the internet for all reading and for some of the more dangerous experiments. In my Earth science class students are required to complete an end of chapter project which will always involve computer technology, either for the research or the end product. Our first project was a brochure of Colorado geology and the students used MS Office Publisher. Next time we are writing screen plays about Volcanoes. I am hoping some students will actually create movies to show to the class."
English and regular class lab rooms 180, 181
These classrooms contain 30 student PC work stations and 1 teacher station. The computers in this room have internet access, cognitive tutor, all Microsoft applications and general usage programs.
This particular class is an English class room and the teacher is fulfilling the Standards goal by helping the students become completely "word" competent, utilizing excel, assigning presentation and research projects. These classrooms are complete with a "SMART Board, LCD projector and a network printer. Room 181 is also an ELA class which the computers are utilized to assist with this type of teaching.
Career & Technology Education Rooms 007, 008, 009
These classes focus on career skills, such as Web & Graphic Design, Business & Marketing, and Computer Programming.
Media Room 160
The Media Tech Center contains 30 Student Mac work stations and 1 teacher station. The computers in this room have 
internet access, Final Cut Pro as well as other media software.
This class is used to teach students how to learn to script, shoot, edit and produce video. The Mac is the only computer that is able to host some of the programs that are necessary to make all this possible. There is a network color printer, high tech cameras and sound recording equipment in this room.
Music Room 212
The music/instrumental class contains 1 PC, 6 MACS and 1 administrative computer. The computers in this room are used to compose, produce and record music in many forms. The programs used to assist the class included finally, Q base, wave lab, internet and all Microsoft programs. The reason that the MACS are important for this class is due to the fact of an industry standard. These computers are connected to network printer located in the classroom.
In addition there are teachers who have computers in their rooms such as room 136 where students produce our monthly newsletter and yearbook. Each department has carts, LCD projectors, clicker system and laptops that they can check out from the head of their department.
Montbello Website: At the Montbello website you can find information about our school, staff, teaches photos. Etc. Each teacher has his/her own website.
Servers: Teachers and Students have their own separate accounts on the server. Accounts have personal folders inside where they can add information. Teachers have the capability of using their share folders with the students or other Teachers in Montbello. Each of these accounts are protected with a personal username and password. They can access their personal accounts from any computer in the entire DPS district and their information will be available.
Wireless: Montbello has wireless access though out the entire building however only DPS users with DPS issued devices are able to utilize the system at this time. In the future we will make wireless access available for all the students and teachers who bring their own wireless devices.
