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NASELLE — Rural schools are not always described as innovative,
progressive or technologically savvy, but officials at Naselle High
School are hoping to change the stereotypes.

“Kids today are immersed in technology,” said Jon Tienhaara, the
high school’s vice principal and the district business manager. “We
want to tap into their enthusiasm and teach them at the same
time.”

“For these kids, technology is natural,” she said. “It’s
essential.”

“It’s a better way to learn,” Austin Smith said. “And, if
teachers make it fun, then students will learn.”

Both boys agree schools will continue using technology to help
students learn and they are proud their small, rural school is
among those blazing the trail.

“We refer to (students) as technology natives and we are
technology immigrants,” he said.