HOUSTON – The alarm clock will replace the sound of the school bell as students go back to class at home in just a few weeks. At-home learning means you will need technology to help your student get online for classes and complete school work. What type you need and how much you will have to spend depends on your child’s age and requirements from their school. You should definitely shop around online because many retailers are offering back to school specials and bundles. In Houston ISD, if you need a laptop or hotspot, interim superintendent Grenita Lathan says you should request them through your school principal.