Rachael Pawlik – Conroeisd – Moorhead Junior High – Week 6 Step 4

1.     Recognize the related legislatures and regulations to support the needs from your institution. 

My school does not have a specific plan but the district does.  MJH goes by the district plan on what the regulations are for support of the needs for my institution.  The district has developed a plan to implement over a three year period.  The Conroe Independent School District (CISD) and community have a long history of implementing technology so that students and teachers can be served by technical innovation which supports and enhances the teaching and learning process. The Technology Plan helps the CISD to efficiently and effectively utilize technology to assure students, educators, administrators, and support personnel have the tools necessary to accomplish tasks. This plan is based on the need for technology to support the delivery of the foundation Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and to supplement further the instructional experience with access to technology as suggested by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

To assist districts in technology planning, TEA developed the School Technology and Readiness Chart (STaR) and the state’s Long Range Plan for Technology (LRPT). These documents address the major components of successful technology implementation. In developing this plan, CISD has used STaR, LRPT and the TEKS as the principal determinants of need. STaR and the LRPT, particularly, have been used by the Technology Steering Committee and most recently by our campuses to help develop this plan.

Using the TEKS, the STaR Chart, and the Portrait of a Conroe ISD Graduate as guiding documents, District Goal 6 states, CISD will provide technology infrastructure, tools, and solutions to meet the administrative requirements of the district and to maximize learning for all students.

2.     Develop the objectives for the school technology plan based on the needs from your institution.

Moorhead does not have school objectives for a school technology plan.  The school follows Conroe ISD’s technology plan and objectives.

From the objectives from the district that we follow, here are the following needs:


Need 1  Maximize Teaching and Learning - MJH has a need to increase the frequency and level of utilization of technology in the teaching and learning process.

The Technology Application TEKS provide a framework for the integration of technology into the students learning experience. When coupled with the technology-based elements of content TEKS, the student has substantial opportunity to use technology to assist in learning.

Need 2  Enhance Professional Practices – MJH has a continuing need to maintain and increase the level of professional development necessary to assist teachers in using technology effectively in the teaching and learning process.

The State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) has developed technology standards for all teachers regarding the use of technology. CISD is committed to delivering effective professional development centered on the SBEC Teacher Technology Standards. Similarly, the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) has adopted the National Educational Technology Standards for School Administrators so that they can more fully lead the use of technology in their schools.

Need 3  Support Administration and Operations - MJH needs to provide continuing leadership and support for the use of technology in both instructional and administrative aspects of the districts operations.

Leadership and administrative support of the use of technology for both instructional and administrative activities are the essential characteristics of school districts which maximize the benefits of technology. The increased presence of technology in the world continues to compel its effective use so that students and organizations can achieve at high levels. This level of attainment must be supported by technology and technology advocates. Goal 3 focuses on such advocacy and support as well as on projects which will increase operating efficiency.

Need 4  Infrastructure to Support All Functions – MJH has a need to continue to update and enhance its technology infrastructure consistent with the Texas STaR Chart and as necessary to support the teaching, learning, professional development and administrative needs of the district.

3. Identify the objective for each area of Technology, Funding, and Management. Provide the needed elements for each objective to make sure that it’s measurable.

Goals, Objectives, and Strategies

GOAL 1: The successful implementation of Goal 1 will better prepare CISD students to live, work and thrive in the 21st century workplace. Goal 1 specifically addresses the teaching and learning environment and the role technology plays in supporting instruction. CISD faces growing challenges in meeting the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. As stated in the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology (TLRPT), A one size fits all approach to teaching and learning does not meet the educational needs and goals for all studentsThe value of educational technology to equalize the learning environment is evident.
OBJECTIVE 1.1: Increase student opportunities for utilizing technology across the curriculum areas as evidenced by classrooms where teachers are seamlessly integrating technology in a student-centered environment. Budget Amount $5,000.00 LRPT category: Teaching and Learning E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 07, 08, 11, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
1.1.1:	Work with campus technology committees to develop a site-based plan for the implementation of technology, including equipment, software, and training. Promote web-based applications, such as Google Docs. We currently have 46,000 Google Docs accounts and are training teachers (http://google.conroeisd.net). Promote Sci://Blogz competition for students within the community. Partner with local business to produce this part of the area Sci://Tech Science Fair exposition. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, EP04, EP08, EP09, I03, I05, I09, LAS13, LAS15, TL03, TL04, TL05, TL08, TL09, TL10, TL11, TL12, TL14, TL16	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Principals, Technology Staff, Campus Technology Liaisons, Education for Tomorrow Alliance and its business partners	Classroom observations, demonstrations of website offerings indicating the teaching of higher order thinking skills and a LoTi Level of 3 or higher, an examination of lesson plans and curriculum guides. Sci://Tech and Sci://Blogz competition.
OBJECTIVE 1.2: Use a variety of technology tools to recursively build and represent knowledge and as a tool to promote differentiated learning. Budget Amount $3,330.00 LRPT category: Teaching and Learning E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 07, 08, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
1.2.1:	Students create unique products utilizing a variety of Web 2.0 tools to represent and increase content area learning. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08, TL05, TL08, TL09, TL12, TL13, TL16	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Principals, Technology Staff, Campus Technology Liaisons, Teachers	Objective 1.2 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators: An examination of lesson plans, student portfolios, completed training modules, attendance records, student products, and course offerings for training, results of teacher feedback, and classroom observations.
OBJECTIVE 1.3: Students utilize library resources to build products to represent learning in content area subjects. Students select electronic resources based on validity and relevance of information and sources. Budget Amount: $1500.00 LRPT category: Teaching and Learning E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 04b, 06, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
1.3.1:	Multiple electronic databases are provided for student use. Librarians attend staff development to support students' use of 21st Century electronic resources. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, TL05, TL06, TL08, TL09, TL10, TL11	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Principal, Technology Staff, Campus Technology Liaisons, Librarians, and Teachers	Objective 1.3 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators: 1) An examination of professional development course offerings, number and types of electronic databases, student records from software, librarian observations, library utilization logs and student products.
OBJECTIVE 1.4: Assure that the Technology Applications are integrated for grades K-8 as appropriate, and into content area and grade level instruction to the Advanced Tech level; for grades 9-12, maintain the Target Tech level by offering at least four Technology Applications high school courses. Budget Amount 2,000.00 LRPT category: Teaching and Learning E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 07, 11
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
1.4.1:	Evaluate end-of-year 8th grade technology literacy by utilizing Learning.com's assessment product. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, TL01, TL02, TL03, TL04, TL05, TL06, TL07	State: Original Status: In Progress	yearly	Assessment Specialist	Review scores on 8th grade assessment
OBJECTIVE 1.5: Provide online subject area content, resources, and learning activities. Budget Amount 1,000.00 LRPT category: Teaching and Learning E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 07, 08, 11, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
1.5.1:	Increase number of students enrolled in Moodle and number of courses available for students to access by providing Moodle-based staff development. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08, EP09, I02, I05, I09, TL05, TL07, TL08, TL09, TL12, TL13, TL14	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Principal, Curriculum Department, Technology Department, Teachers	1) Teacher created online content 2)Moodle logs of course offerings 3)Moodle logs of student participation

GOAL 2: The successful implementation of Goal 2 will provide school district staff with opportunities to learn how to appropriately integrate technology as a tool utilizing collaborative, interactive and customized learning environments in an effort to achieve the Target Tech level in the Texas STaR Chart. Goal 2 specifically addresses educator preparation and development. As todays students, known as Digital Natives, enter CISD classrooms, teachers (generally Digital Immigrants) must have the skills needed to change instruction to meet their needs. As stated in the TLRPT,  Technology can impact curriculum and instruction, but for this to occur, teachers need to learn to incorporate technology appropriately to support the curriculum and bring about learning opportunities that would not be possible without the technology.
OBJECTIVE 2.1: Professional development opportunities will focus on quality integration of technology and content area material instead of using tools. Teachers are immersed in a learning environment where they are using technology to learn instead of learning to use technology. Budget Amount MJH $3,500.00 LRPT category: Educator Preparation and Development E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 05, 07, 08, 11, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
2.1.1:	WOW! Academy: Intensive four day program where teachers and other instructional staff participate in a hands-on technology immersion learning, project-based environment. Teachers act as students to create presentations mashing multiple self-chosen Web2.0 tools into a cohesive product to present to their peers and administrators. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08, TL05, TL08, TL09, TL12, TL13, TL16	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Principals, Technology Staff, Campus Technology Liaisons	Objective 1.2 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators: An examination of lesson plans, student portfolios, completed training modules, attendance records, student products, and course offerings for training,results of teacher feedback, and classroom observations
2.1.2:	Career and Technology teachers will continue to participate in staff development opportunities provided by region centers and attain Master Technology Teacher certification through state providers. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP05, EP06, EP07	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Career and Technology Coordinator	certification and staff development teacher records
OBJECTIVE 2.2: Professional development will increase educator confidence and ability to seamlessly and appropriately use hardware and software in the classroom to improve learning. Budget Amount MJH 4,000.00 LRPT category: Educator Preparation and Development E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 07, 11, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
2.2.1:	Staff development opportunities such as learning to effectively utilize web-cams as doc-cams, Skype for world-wide communication and collaboration, Interactive Devices (such as the interactive white boards and student response systems), Google Docs, Moodle, web development, and Eduphoria components. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP04, EP05, EP08, EP09, TL16	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Instructional Technology Coordinator, Instructional Technology Coach, Campus Instructional Technology Designees	Eduphoria Workshop portfolios
2.2.2:	Encourage teachers to apply to present at and attend technology learning conferences such as TCEA, Sam Houston State University, and Region centers. Provide funding as applicable. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP06, LAS13, TL15	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Instructional Technology Team	Presenters and attendees at conferences.
OBJECTIVE 2.3: Professional development will focus on the leadership capabilities of administrators to recognize and identify exemplary use of technology in instruction. Budget Amount $0.00 LRPT category: Educator Preparation and Development E-Rate Correlates: NCLB Correlates: 04b
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
2.3.1:	WOW! Academy for Administrators: Intensive three day program where administrators participate in a hands-on technology immersion learning, project-based environment. Administrators act as students to create presentations mashing multiple self-chosen Web2.0 tools into a cohesive product to present to peers. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, EP08, LAS01, LAS03, LAS10, TL01	State: Original Status: Planned	3 years	Instructional Technology Team	Objective 3 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators. 1) Demonstrate models use of technology in daily work 2) Ensure the integration of appropriate technologies to maximize learning and teaching; and 3) involve and educate the school community around issues of technology integration.
OBJECTIVE 2.4: Professional development opportunities will focus on online learning: 1) Teachers are provided professional development in the integration of online course work. and 2) Teachers are provided professional development in the creation of online course work. Budget Amount $10,000.00 LRPT category: Educator Preparation and Development E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 07, 08, 11, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
2.4.1:	Courses are available to teachers to participate in online staff development provided by the district. The number of courses will increase by approximately 15% each year. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP04, EP05, EP08, LAS03, LAS05, LAS10	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Instructional Coaches, Instructional Technology Team	Evidenced by completion of continuing education course work as documented in Eduphoria Workshop and number or courses available for online staff development in Moodle.
2.4.2:	Face to Face and online staff development is provided to teachers to create online learning opportunities for students. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08, EP09, I03, LAS03, LAS10, TL01, TL13, TL16	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Instructional District Coaches, Instructional Technology Team	Number of opportunities for students to participate in online learning experiences.

GOAL 3: Goal 3 addresses the key area of Leadership, Administration and Support. As the demand for more classroom technology use increases, it is imperative that school administrators understand and articulate the vision for technology use to the campus staff. Similarly, administrators should model the use of technology during professional activities and take a leadership role in encouraging others to do so as well. The TLRPT states, They [Administrators] must help other see what is possible and create a path for them to follow. CISD concurs and, accordingly, provides professional development for district leadership in the area of technology use in the classroom. Addressed in the Goal 3 objectives are the following needs: promotion of technology utilization to increase student achievement; creation of learning communities to promote technology use in the classroom; utilization of technology to promote better communication between various stakeholders;
OBJECTIVE 3.1: District and campus leadership promote a shared vision with policies that encourage continuous innovation with technology leading to increased student achievement and operating effectiveness. Budget Amount $0.00 LRPT category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 04b, 10
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
3.1.1:	1) The District and campus administrators will provide vision and planning: 2) Campus technology plan aligns with District plan; 3) Teachers and administrators have a vision for technology use for direct instruction and student use; 4) Administrators use technology tools for planning; 5) The campus plan addresses Technology Application TEKS and higher-order teaching and learning; 6) The campus technology plan is focused on student success; is based on needs, research, proven teaching and learning principles; and administrators use technology tools for planning and decision-making; and 7) The campus technology plan, along with the campus and teacher STaR charts, is utilized to guide equipment expenditures and professional development focus LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS01, LAS02, LAS04, LAS05, LAS07, LAS08, LAS12, LAS13	State: Original Status: Planned	3 years	District and Campus Leaders	Plans in place
OBJECTIVE 3.2: Educational leaders and teacher cadres develop, facilitate, and support the use of technologies to enhance instructional methods that develop higher-level thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills such that technology benchmarks based on SBEC standards (STaR Chart) are reviewed annually. Plans based on improving results lead to attainment of the Advanced Tech level. Budget Amount $0.00 LRPT category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-Rate Correlates: ER02 NCLB Correlates: 04b, 11
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
3.2.1:	Analysis of INOVA results, ViewIT (student data warehouse), StAR Chart, and Eduphoria Aware data are used to effectively plan instructional initiatives to improve student achievement. LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS05, LAS08	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Campus and District Administrators	Objective 2 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators: 1) An examination of meeting notes, published goals, and items in the Campus Improvement Plans. 2) Campus administrators frequently meet with district administrators to review campus achievement data and revise strategies accordingly.
3.2.2:	WOW! Academy for Administrators: Intensive three day program where administrators participate in a hands-on technology immersion learning, project-based environment. Administrators act as students to create presentations mashing multiple self-chosen Web2.0 tools into a cohesive product to present to peers. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, EP08, LAS01, LAS03, LAS10, TL01	State: Original Status: Planned	3 years	Instructional Technology Team	Objective 3 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators. 1) Demonstrate models use of technology in daily work 2) Ensure the integration of appropriate technologies to maximize learning and teaching; and 3) involve and educate the school community around issues of technology integration.
OBJECTIVE 3.3: The District and campuses use a variety of media and formats, including telecommunications, the school website, and the parent portal to communicate, interact, and collaborate with all education stakeholders. Budget Amount 2,000 LRPT category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 01, 06, 09
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
3.3.1:	District developed online parent access portal allows parents and students to view grades, averages, lunch money, attendance, and credit data. Online discipline referral system automatically notifies stakeholders of student disciplinary incidents. Online "Nice Note" system automatically notifies stakeholders of good deeds and positive behavior observed by staff. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I03, I06, I08, I09, LAS11	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Coordinator for Network Services, Assistant Superintendent for Technology	Systems are accessible to staff and community online.
3.3.2:	Conroe I.S.D. Campus and district websites redesigned to provide greater accessibility for the community, parents, staff, and students. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I03, I08, LAS07, LAS09	State: Original Status: In Progress	2 years	Instructional Technology Team, Campus Webmasters, District Communication Director	Completion of web updates

GOAL 4: Provide an infrastructure system that allows all users 24/7 access to all e-learning opportunities and provide technical assistance to support instructional and administrative needs to achieve the Advanced or Target Tech levels in the Texas STaR Chart. Infrastructure for technology is the focus of Goal 4. Technology-savvy students expect access 24/7 to tools and materials needed to enhance their learning environment. School districts are encouraged to provide easy access to tools that will allow students and teachers to access online information and materials, do collaborative work and broadly share resources. (LRPT, 2006 - 2020) Additionally, all stakeholders should have immediate access to data and information in an effort to promote student success. CISD is fortunate to have a robust infrastructure which provides support for all areas discussed in the TLRPT.
OBJECTIVE 4.1: Students per Computer: Maintain a student-to-computer ratio of 2.75 to 1 and approaching the Target Tech ratio of 1 to 1 when needed. Budget Amount $8,000,000.00 – not per district LRPT category: Infrastructure for Technology E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 03, 05, 08, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
4.1.1:	3 or fewer students per computer; replacement cycle every five years as needed. On-demand access for every student. Strive towards one-to-one access, as needed and with appropriate technology. Provide for online student portfolio storage; and provide wireless WebPC's in preparation for Web2.0 and online testing. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I04, I05, I06, I07, I09	State: Original Status: Planned	3 years	Technology Department	Installed equipment.
OBJECTIVE 4.2: The District will strive to allocate sufficient funds to adequately support the needs of the technology infrastructure. Replacement cycles are established for technology equipment. Budget Amount MJH 20,000.00 LRPT category: Infrastructure for Technology E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates:
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
4.2.1:	New technological advancements now enable older computers to run the districts standard software (Open Office), at speeds similar to new computers, utilizing image-management, term-servers, and thin client technology. This technology has a number of advantages: Lower total cost of ownership (TCO)  plug-and-run computer; Standardizing software across the district; Protect investment by successfully utilizing older technology. Systematically replace the older equipment in the areas where newer technology is required. Re-purpose the older equipment to areas where the preponderance of need is productivity software, such as OpenOffice and web-based applications. Computers and out-of-date technologies will be recycled or disposed of, as needed, in compliance with the Texas health and Safety Code, Subtitle B, Chapter 361, Solid Waste Disposal Act. LEA LRPT Correlates: I04, I05, I07, I09	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Repair Department	Objective 4.2 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators: Allocated budget Installed equipment
OBJECTIVE 4.3: Maintain and increase as necessary the districts Internet connectivity and speed at the Target Tech level. Budget Amount $1,000,000.00 – per district LRPT category: Infrastructure for Technology E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 05
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
4.3.1:	All classrooms have high-speed Internet Access with minimum 100Mb connectivity to all classrooms. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I05, I06, I08, I09	State: Original Status: Completed	completed	Network Services	Objective 4.3 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators: Contract for Internet services An examination of purchase orders and delivery documents
4.3.2:	Implement a disaster recovery plan. LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS14	State: Original Status: Completed	done	Assistant Superintendent for Technology	Plan in Place
OBJECTIVE 4.4: The technology works consistently, which requires a sufficient staff to support the installed computer equipment base along with strategies and procedures to efficiently manage computer equipment and maintain the current technical support levels at Developing Tech. Funding is not available to support striving for Target Tech. Budget Amount $750,000.00 – per district LRPT category: Infrastructure for Technology E-Rate Correlates: NCLB Correlates: 05
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
4.4.1:	Out-of-the-box, plug in, and go computers configured with the CISD standard software image, requiring minimal intervention at the campus level. Continuously evaluate the purchase of computers to ensure the best value for the district. Re-purpose computers to areas where they can be most effectively utilized. Image-management to stream OS and applications to desktops. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I04, I07	State: Original Status: In Progress	3 years	Network and Repair Services	Review of adopted budget Examination of Eduphoria Helpdesk Tickets
OBJECTIVE 4.5: The District will provide distance learning opportunities as appropriate: Maintain and increase distance learning capacity to that of Advanced Tech Budget Amount $22,500.00 LRPT category: Infrastructure for Technology E-Rate Correlates: NCLB Correlates: 01, 03, 04a, 06, 07, 08, 11, 12
Strategies		State/Status:	Timeline:	Person(s) Responsible:	Evidence:
4.5.1:	The District will provide distance learning opportunities as appropriate: Maintain and increase distance learning capacity to that of Advanced Tech LEA LRPT Correlates:	State: Original Status: Planned	3 years	Curriculum and Instruction	Objective 4.5 will be evaluated by examining evidence related to each strategy using the following indicators: An examination of invoices, teacher lesson plans, purchase orders, and delivery documents Demonstration of video content delivery system

Technology Planning Committee. (2010). Conroe I.S.D. Technology Plan. Retrieved from http://technology.conroeisd.net/plan

Long-Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020 http://www.tea.state.tx.us/WorkArea/linkit.aspx?LinkIdentifier=id&ItemID=2147494561&libID=2147494558.

NEW MATERIAL:

Question 1: Based on the needs and weaknesses you indentified in your Report I, please list the standards from the Long Range Plan for technology and STaR to direct your proposed technology plan.

The sections of LRPT that we seem to fall short are the following:

1) All educators develop new learning environments that utilize technology as a flexible tool where learning is collaborative, interactive and customized

2) All leaders develop, implement, budget for and monitor a dynamic technology plan to meet the needs of a changing workforce and economy

3) All leaders expect and plan appropriate technology use throughout the teaching and learning process as well as throughout administration.

Question 2 & 3: Each objective should include a minimum of 3 elements - targeted population, objective, and the measuring methods. Please refer to the writing format for the objective in CSTE5337. The objectives you proposed in question 2 & 3 should match with the direction of required standards in Question 1.

Goal 1: Professional Development:  Raise the standards for expectancy in implementing technology into all areas of teaching.

Objective: Provide all of the following:

·         Technology support

·         Support for participation

·         Administrative support

·         Community support

·         External support

Evidence: Provide teachers/leaders with the motivation, incentives and the purpose for these classes that will need to be taken to accomplish this goal.  There will also be the ability to add CPE Hours.

Provide a blogger or some type of collaboration tool for the teachers to collaborate about their new learning’s.  As there is a new conference or workshop, then a new blogger will be started.  These will be opened to all staff of the school.

Goal 2: Leadership: School leaders must play multiple roles in the change process, including role model, leader, motivator, resource provider, and facilitator.  Provide a budget in the technology plan and monitor the use of this busget.

Objective: Have leadership be the role model, leader, motivator, resource provider and facilitator for the teachers.  If the teachers see that the leaders are making these changes then they will have to make these changes. 

Leaders work with the teachers and go over the technology plan and budget for their particular school.  This will give the teachers the feel that their school is being changed towards a better teaching environment and they are involved in the change.

Evidence:  Teachers being motivated by having the leaders work a long side of them learning the new ways of teaching in the 21^st Century.  They will attend workshops, conferences, seeing leaders use new technology, and reading provided new research given by the leaders.

The teachers will have the tools provided by the budget and attend the learning workshops or conference provided.

Technology:

The school will provide access to the students so the students will have electronic information.  The students will have access anywhere in the school and in the after-hours. 

      The school will need to take inventory of all technology hardware and needs assessments.

      There will need to be training provided for students and teachers on how to access these on-line classes, information and research.  These classes for teachers can be completed on-line and in the summer.  The students can learn from their teachers what they will need to know to access this information.  These on-line classes, information and research will be provided at all hours.

Funding:

The Finance Director and Technology Coordinator will be responsible for the funding for the changing that will continually take place in implementing technology in the classroom.  They will research to find funding and evaluate the technology needs of the school.  They will provide the budget that will be used in the school to implement the technology needs for the students.

     

Management:

G. Kelly has taken this position full time this year, 2011.  Year 2010, he was part time with another technology advisor.  There was not a technology plan or a specific budget for Moorhead Junior High.  He is working on a new plan for 2012=2013 school year.  He will also oversee the training for the teachers and administration of the school.  The campus administrator will monitor the lesson plans and implementing technology into the classroom.