St. Francis High School's decade of digital excellence with Microsoft Windows devices | Microsoft Customer Stories
St. Francis High School in Wheaton, Illinois, has revolutionized its educational approach through a decade-long digital transformation with Windows devices and Microsoft tools. Initially struggling with a traditional lab-based model and potential declining enrollment, St. Francis adopted a comprehensive Microsoft ecosystem, providing all 700 students and staff with Windows devices and integrated Microsoft 365 suite, including Teams and OneNote. The result? A unified digital ecosystem that enhanced collaboration and boosted system reliability to 99%. The school has seen an astounding 100% adoption of Teams and OneNote and earned nine consecutive years as a Microsoft Showcase School. By reading the story of St. Francis High School, you'll get insights on how Microsoft's technological solutions can amplify your educational outcomes and help prepare students for the future. Contact us today to evaluate your school's needs.
What prompted St. Francis High School to adopt Microsoft technology?
St. Francis High School faced declining enrollment as peer institutions implemented 1:1 device programs. Their traditional lab-based model limited technology use to specific areas and times, creating collaboration bottlenecks. To address these challenges and enhance learning, the school deployed Windows devices to all 700 students and staff, integrated Microsoft 365, and launched a Mobile Learning Initiative.
How has Microsoft 365 impacted teaching and learning at St. Francis?
The integration of Microsoft 365 has significantly reshaped the educational experience at St. Francis. With 100% adoption of Teams and OneNote, educators report improved organization and collaboration. The platform has enabled innovative teaching methods, such as flipped classrooms, and has provided students with seamless access to their work from any device, enhancing their overall learning experience.
What security measures does St. Francis High School use with Microsoft technology?
St. Francis High School employs a proactive approach to security by utilizing Windows 11's built-in protections alongside Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and Microsoft Entra ID. This multi-layered security strategy helps safeguard students, staff, and digital resources, providing confidence in the protection of sensitive data and minimizing potential security threats.

St. Francis High School's decade of digital excellence with Microsoft Windows devices | Microsoft Customer Stories
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