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1 Texas Education Agency 2011 Plan Approval Certificate The Texas Education Agency is certified by the Schools and Libraries Division (SLD) to approve technology plans for participation in the Schools and Libraries Universal Service Program. Leakey Independent School District (193902) has a technology plan that has met the standards and criteria outlined by the SLD. This approval is effective for 1 years. This plan was approved on June 07, This plan has an expiration date of June 30,. Norma Torres-Martinez Deputy Associate Commissioner Standards and Alignment Printed on 06/07/2011

2 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Leakey Independent School District Plan James Hesson Interim Superintendent 1 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

3 Leakey Independent School District Plan: DISTRICT PROFILE ESC Region 20 City, State Zip Leakey, TX Phone (830) Fax (830) County District Number Number of Campuses 1 Total Student Enrollment 254 District Size Under 500 Percent Econ. Disadvantaged 53.60% Expenditures $114, budgets reported in plan by category Expenditure Per Pupil Number of Campuses with Direct Connection to Internet Percentage of Campuses with Direct Connection to Internet Number of Classrooms with Direct Connection to Internet Percentage of Classrooms with Direct Connection to Internet Computer/Student Ratio Computer/Teacher Ratio Number of campuses that need to complete the Texas Campus STaR Chart Percentage of campuses that have completed the Texas Campus STaR Chart Teaching and Learning Budget $ Educator Preparation and Development Budget $2, Leadership, Administration and Support Budget $5, Infrastructure for Budget $105, Total: $114, $ % % 2 student(s) for every computer 1 teacher(s) for every computer % 2 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

4 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Plan Introduction Plan Last Edited 04/12/2011 Plan status: approved Years Included in the Plan: Number of years covered by the plan: 1 Years Approved for the Plan: Number of approved years: 1 Does the district file E-Rate? yes The district had a "written" plan before E-Rate Form 470 was filed on 02/10,2011/2011. Planning Committee Michael Davis -, Leakey ISD Rusty Baldwin - Principal, Leakey ISD Don Ferguson - Business Manager, Leakey ISD Lora Jones - 2nd Grade Teacher, Leakey ISD Pam Sysak - Home Eco Teacher, Leakey ISD April Davis - District SpEd and Lab Assistant Lorri Gonzalez - 1st Grade Teacher / Elementary Coordinator, Leakey ISD Gloria Carrillo - Spanish / ESL Teacher, Leakey ISD Kathy Pannell - High School English Teacher, Leakey ISD Vicki Baldwin - 5th Grade Teacher, Leakey ISD 3 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

5 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Executive Summary This document details the current technology environment at Leakey Independent School District, and includes recommendations for upgrading existing technology as well as providing new technology and training for students, teachers, staff and administration. procedures, standards and training are constantly being updated, evaluated, and refined to improve and raise the bar on technology education and understanding. Leakey ISD views technology as one of the many tools that will enhance the ability of students, staff and administration to learn and grow intellectually. In order for technology to become an effective tool we need to stay current with hardware, software, training and understanding. We believe that one of our main responsibilities is to encourage our students and teachers to explore technology. Faculty and staff familiarity with computers and other technologies, through active personal and professional use, is necessary before teachers can guide students to effectively use computers and other technologies as a tool to nurture their ability and desire to learn. Students, regardless of socio-economic status, should not be denied access to technology. 4 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

6 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Needs Assessment Assessment Process: Leakey ISD is continually assessing the needs of the district. These assessments are based on annual assessment using the following implements and procedures: 1. Current state of technology inventory 2. integration in the curriculum via reviews of teacher lesson plans showing technology use and integration. 3. development/training for teachers, teaching assistants and administration staff 4. Statistical review of WAN and LAN resources and utilization. 5. Monthly Committee meetings 6. Community input is requested through surveys and questionnaires. All this information is gathered and complied annually to provide a bases for planning and budgeting for the upcoming years. These assessment also provide guidance to administration and teachers with regards to enhancing technology awareness, integration and understanding for students and staff. Existing Conditions: Leakey ISD intends to continue to upgrade and expand our technology base so students and teachers will have the necessary tools to maintain the effective, unique teaching and learning practices they have exhibited in the past. We are updating all of our electronics to current technologies. To this effect Leakey ISD has upgraded the entire MDF (Main Distribution Front Server Closet) to include the following: a new Windows Domain and Active y environment, a new Exchange ( services), new File servers. We are currently leveraging newer technology such as Virtualization of service and servers to cut costs of hardware. All old servers were recycled and replaced with newer and faster systems and/or virtualized environments. In order to support these newer technologies, we need to upgrade our cable plant to category six wiring and multi-mode fiber runs from outlaying building back to the MDF. Leakey ISD is currently upgrading switches in the field to provided gigabyte and Power over Ethernet backbone. Wireless systems have be put in place to cut costs of cabling in areas where it is feasible. A Voice over IP solution has been implemented to enhance communications between administrators, educators and parents. Leakey ISD has invested in power backup units at each IDF (Individual Distribution Front building switch plants or network closets) to ensure up-time and surge protection for the network infrastructure. Theses upgrades and recycling of our current technologies will involve all MDF and IDF switches, routers, UPS s, new servers, firewall device and content video. Leakey ISD has acquired digital content video streaming to provide live content to desktop and laptops in the district. This content will include (but not limited to) educational content, digitalizing of Library video for instant delivery to classrooms, pod casting of news and events. The following technology is currently in place: District-Wide Direct connection to the Internet via 1 Fiber link providing 20Mibs through local provider. One direct T1 link providing 1.5Mibs for distance learning District remote hosted web server, providing district information and student work. District file servers in place providing Internet filtering, electronic mail, anti-virus protection (file an electronic mail), internal messaging system, accelerated reading, grade book software (Gradespeed ), student & business administrative software (TxEIS ), DNS services, DHCP services, website hosting services and print services Written policies in place on acceptable use of the Internet, World Wide Web content and network management One Distance learning lab with direct connection to regional junior college and educational service center, that is available for students, staff, and community members. Leakey ISD K-12 Campus Direct connection to the Internet via Fiber 20Mibs Link and one T1 1.5Mibs leased line for distance learning Remote hosted Web server maintained by the teachers with High school, Middle school and Elementary school information and projects Eleven fiber optic backbone connections running to an MDF in the 1100 Building, 1 Gigabyte duplex Ethernet-to-thedesktop connecting to 225 computer systems Elementary Lab with 27 computer systems each JR/High School Lab with 25 computer systems each Word-processing / BCIS lab with 12 systems Science lab with 5 computer systems each One Yearbook lab with 4 systems 5 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

7 Leakey Independent School District Plan: One DAEP/ISS classroom with 1 system One content mastery classroom / life skills (SpED) with 6 systems One resource classroom (SpED) with 6 systems Two Elementary SpED classroom with 3 systems One library with 6 systems All Elementary classrooms have at least 2 computer systems Numerous small work-groups labs campus wide Software is provided by the district for advanced technology classes, including desktop publishing, advanced word processing, web mastering, annual, computerized accounting, accelerated reading, reading & speech enhancement (CEI ), math remedial/advancement (MLS by CEI ) Networked online card catalog (Athena ), Internet access, Texas Library Connection, and automated checkout in the library At least two network drops & computers in every classroom Computer projectors 19 issued to classrooms Digital document cameras 18 issued to classrooms High school classes have access to Jr/HS computer lab and Library resources Middle school classes have access Jr/HS computer lab and Library resources Digital video streaming server, with content covering TEKS and TAKS Needs: After reviewing the responses to the Texas Star Chart surveys, Leakey ISD is currently still in the developing stage of Teaching & Learning and Educator Preparation and Development, Leakey ISD is now in the advanced stage of Administration and Support Services and Infrastructure for. Upon completion of the review it was found that teachers are in need of more training in the use and instruction of technology. Leakey ISD needs to focus on training teachers to use a facilitator approach to teaching students to use technology to create communities of inquiry within their own community. Also, emphasis needs to be placed on teachers using technology for research, lesson planning, multimedia and graphical presentations, and to correspond with experts, peers, and parents. In addition, regular technology use needs to be integrated into curriculum activities in various settings (computer labs, library, and cart systems). A focus needs to be placed on integrating technology into TEKS, TAKS, and other foundation subject areas across the subject and grade levels campus-wide. The elementary levels need to add most, if not all, technology applications TEKS into the curriculum. Students will work with peers and experts (instructors, teachers and outside staff) to evaluate information, analyze data and content to problem solve. Students need to be able to use appropriate technology to convey knowledge and skills they have learned. While Leakey ISD teachers use technology for administrative tasks and classroom management, teachers need to use technology for teaching and learning and to use online resources to enrich instruction. The teachers are currently working hard to meet at least 60% of SBEC s proficiencies and implement into classroom standards. Leakey ISD currently recognizes and identifies exemplary use of technology in instruction, and will start to ensure integration of appropriate technologies to maximize learning and teaching in the future. Leakey ISD has always put professional development at the forefront of a teacher s continuing education and training and as such technology development will always be a long-term and ongoing standard. Leakey ISD is currently moving forward with the level of understanding and pattern of use that teachers are displaying from an adaptation stage to an appropriation stage. To facilitate this goal, Leakey ISD is moving toward budgeting at least 25% of the technology budget for technology professional development. Leakey ISD is now budgeting 100% of Title II, Part D funds to staff development. Leakey ISD administration has been making strides to improve and keep up-to-date technologies for staff and students. The administration is actively working with the technology staff to update the technology plan. Administration sees the need for the plan to be collaboratively developed and the guiding policy and practices are updated annually. The administration actively uses technology in all aspects of planning and decision-making. Currently, Leakey ISD employs 1 technical staff member for the entire school district. The staff member is responsible for 225 computers systems, 15 servers, 21 data projectors, 1 digital document cameras, 32 printers, and numerous other technology devices. staff is able to use remote management software tools on most systems. Response times are at 4+ hours depending on type of problem and location. The campus budget is adequate for hardware and software purchases, professional development, staffing support and ongoing costs. Projected year has the technology allotment with E-Rate discounts applied to the technology budget and is locally supplemented through tax dollars. There is a need for a full time technology administrator and extra staff for the technology that is developing in this District. 6 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

8 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Leakey ISD has been fortunate to a recipient of numerous TIF grants and one TIF CN grant. These grants helped to create a high-speed backbone on which to build a powerful network. The network is currently running at 1 GB duplex switched to the workstations and 1GB Fiber from all buildings to the MDF. This network will be used to distribute on-demand access to the Internet, multimedia, video streaming, distance learning (currently only available in one lab setting and more is needed), web-based content, and applications to the student body and staff of the entire district. More online or web-based content for learning is needed for the continued success of the Leakey ISD students. While technology equipment is available for teacher use, more training for teachers is required to enable them to fully utilize the technology equipment for student instruction and curriculum enhancement. Previously, students checked out laptop computers; however, those became obsolete. A high / middle school lab was create that is also a dual purpose Plato Lab. Students taking college level dual credit classes are issue laptop (currently 12 laptops) and are in the field. The current needs of the campus are: Classroom/Teaching environment needs: Workstations / Portable Systems o The current Elementary and Jr/HS labs are out-dated and as such need to be refreshed. This will require 52 new pc-based workstations. o The current Yearbook lab is out-dated and as such need to be refreshed. This will require 5 new Apple-based workstations. o The current content master classroom systems are very out dated and require a refresh. This will require 6 new pc-based workstations. o The current Elementary (SpED) classrooms are out-dated and need to be refreshed. This will require 4 new pc-based systems. o The current college level dual credit classes systems are out-dated and need to be refreshed. This will require 15 new pc-based notebooks/laptops. Teacher Laptops, Projectors, Interactive whiteboards and Digital Document Cameras o A small number of classrooms have laptops, projectors, interactive whiteboards and document cameras setup. To complete this project (and replace all TV s and provide interactive environments), it will require 19 laptops, projectors, interactive whiteboards and document cameras. District/Campus environment needs: Wireless Campus-wide Network upgrades o The network was recently upgraded through district funding. 7 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

9 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Goals, Objectives, and Strategies GOAL 1: Improve student achievement and teacher effectiveness through the use of technology. OBJECTIVE 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Budget Amount $ LRPT category: Teaching and Learning E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 06, 07, 08, 11 Strategies State/Status: Timeline: Person(s) Responsible: Evidence: 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP03, EP06, I09, LAS01, LAS04, TL01, TL02, TL03, TL May Classroom Teacher Curriculum Principal Lesson plans Student assessments TMDS InfoSource Learning 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP04, I09, LAS03, LAS05, LAS10, TL01, TL02, TL03, TL05, TL07, TL May Classroom Teacher Principal TEKS Lesson plans Scope and Sequence TechKnowledge (Adopted State Curriculum)K-5 BCIS / Keyboarding / WebMastering / Video Simple Assesment Bench Tests for 6th, 7th and 8th grades to assess competencies. InfoSource Learning 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I04, I05, I06, I08, I09, LAS01, LAS03, TL08, TL May Principal Classroom Teachers Lesson plans Lab Rosters Survey's InfoSource Learning 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning March 2009 Principal Texas Star Chart InfoSource Learning Lesson Plans On-going professional development and support LEA LRPT Correlates: EP05, EP08, LAS01, LAS03, LAS05, LAS10, LAS12, TL01, TL03, TL05, TL14 8 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

10 Leakey Independent School District Plan: : Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I03, I05, I06, LAS05, LAS07, TL09, TL May Teacher College provided Professor Principal Distance learning rosters College transcripts Surveys 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, EP08, I01, LAS03, LAS05, LAS10, TL03, TL08, TL13, TL May Committee Principal Teachers Student Surveys Committee Board Review 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP05, I08, LAS04, LAS05, LAS07, LAS11, LAS15, TL15, TL16 Original 2009-May SBDM Committee Committee Principal District Improvement Plan Committee Minutes Teacher Websites. 9 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

11 Leakey Independent School District Plan: GOAL 2: All district staff will share a common understanding of the goals to continuously improve. OBJECTIVE 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Budget Amount $2, LRPT category: Educator Preparation and Development E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 05, 06, 07, 08, 11, 12 Strategies State/Status: Timeline: Person(s) Responsible: Evidence: 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP04, EP May Principal Educational Service Center Sign-in Rosters Lesson Plans Workshop Certification InfoSource Learning 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP04, LAS01, LAS03, LAS05, TL01, TL03, TL May Principal Educational Service Center Lesson Plans Multimedia projects Educator Websites Blogs InfoSource Learning 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I02, I06, I07, I May Principal Librarian Computer Lab Coordinator Sign-in Rosters Schedules Training Credits 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP08, LAS May Principal Curriculum Sign-in Rosters SBEC Standards 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan LEA LRPT Correlates: I09, TL May Principal Curriculum Committee SBDM Committee District Improvement Plan InfoSource Learning 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area May Principal Courses Lesson Plans Sign-in Rosters 10 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

12 Leakey Independent School District Plan: LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, EP05, EP06, EP08 Committee SBDM Committee 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, EP04, EP May Principal Curriculum Sign-in Rosters Schedules Workshop Certifications 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Original Status: Planned Principal Counselor Webmaster Parent Portal on district website LEA LRPT Correlates: I03, I08, LAS11, LAS13, TL15 11 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

13 Leakey Independent School District Plan: GOAL 3: The administration will provide effective leadership integrating technology into the curriculum to improve effectiveness and efficiency. OBJECTIVE 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Budget Amount $5, LRPT category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 01, 03, 04b, 05, 06, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12 Strategies State/Status: Timeline: Person(s) Responsible: Evidence: 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP05, LAS01, LAS02, LAS03, LAS04, LAS May Principal Plan Lesson Plans 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. LEA LRPT Correlates: I03, LAS07, LAS11, LAS13, LAS14 Original 2007-May Principal Superintendent Librarian Committee Public Leakey ISD Website 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Original 2007-May Teachers Leakey ISD Website Teacher Websites LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS07, LAS09, LAS11, LAS13, LAS14, LAS : Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decision-making focused on student success. LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS01, LAS02, LAS08, LAS10, LAS May Principal Committee SBDM Committee AEIS Information EMAT WEBCCAT 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP03, LAS04, LAS May Principal Reports 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and Status: 2007-May Teachers PEIMS Coordinator GradeSpeed.net RSCCC2K Report Card 12 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

14 Leakey Independent School District Plan: teacher use. LEA LRPT Correlates: I08, I09, LAS11, TL15 Completed RSCCC2K Reports 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students May District and Campus Staff Committee Leakey ISD Website Individual teacher web-pages LEA LRPT Correlates: I07, I08, I09, LAS07, LAS09, LAS11, TL14, TL15, TL : A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS01, LAS02, LAS03, LAS04, LAS May Staff Principal Business Office Teachers Community Members Attendance Agenda reports 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Status: Completed March 2010 On-site and Off-site Hard Drive Backup Logs Eduphoria Work Order System Reports LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. LEA LRPT Correlates: LAS May Principal Eduphoria PDAS Reports 13 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

15 Leakey Independent School District Plan: GOAL 4: All educating staff and student body will have access to a safe and effective educational infrastructure through technology. OBJECTIVE 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Budget Amount $105, LRPT category: Infrastructure for E-Rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 NCLB Correlates: 03, 04b, 05, 06, 08, 10, 12 Strategies State/Status: Timeline: Person(s) Responsible: Evidence: 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. LEA LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, EP06, I01, I May Principal Curriculum Teachers Committe TEC : To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. LEA LRPT Correlates: I02, LAS May Committee Librarian Principal SBDM Committee Committee Network Diagrams Partnership Applications - kept on file Grant Applications - kept on file 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. LEA LRPT Correlates: I02, I03, LAS May Committee SBDM Committee Librarian Principal Agreements kept on file 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network May Committee LAN WAN District Budget LEA LRPT Correlates: I06, I08, I : To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI May Committee Inventory scheduling ROI calculations 14 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

16 Leakey Independent School District Plan: LEA LRPT Correlates: I04, I06 District Budget 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. Comments: Currently all computers in every classroom and office of the district is connected through the LAN/WAN via hard wire or wireless to the districts internet provider March Committee Network Diagrams Budget District Surveys LEA LRPT Correlates: I01, I05, I07, I09 15 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

17 Leakey Independent School District Plan: GOAL 5: To provide expanded learning and continuing educational development students, staff, parents and community members. OBJECTIVE 5.1: Partner with local Junior and Four Year Colleges to provide continuing education and Adult Literacy. Budget Amount $ LRPT category: Teaching and Learning E-Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 04b, 06, 08, 10, 12 Strategies State/Status: Timeline: Person(s) Responsible: Evidence: 5.1.1: Utilizing the local districts Distance Learning facilities to provide real time video connection to professors and classes at remote high learning institutions. LEA LRPT Correlates: I06, TL09, TL15 Original Status: Planned January Southwest Texas Junior College Other Colleges Superintendent Principal Course Offerings Course syllabus 16 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

18 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Budget Total amount of Title II, Part D formula funds received for the current year of this plan: $ Method of application for formula funds: Local Application Budget year 2011 Budget item Cost Funding Sources with amount per source Staff Development $ Title II Part D: $ (Local Application) Telecommunications & Internet Access $39, Local Funds: $7, E-Rate Discounts: $31, Materials & Supplies $4, Local Budget: $4, E-Rate Discounts: $0 Equipment $43, Local Budget Funds: $4, REAP Grant: $20,000 CATE: $2, High School Allotment Fund 429: $17, E-Rate Discounts: $0 Maintenance $25, Local Budget : $25, E-Rate Discounts: $0 Miscellaneous Expenses $1, Local Budget: 1, E-Rate Discounts: $0 Total $114, of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

19 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Evaluation Evaluation Process: valuation Process: Evaluation of the Plan will be a systematic ongoing process. All aspects of the Plan will be evaluated formally twice each year in November and May. The Plan Committee will be responsible for the ongoing evaluation of this plan. The intention of the evaluation will be to make decisions on the impact that technology has on the learning process for all students. A report will be given to the Superintendent and the Board of Trustees after each formal evaluation occurs. Leakey ISD s STaR Chart results for each campus will be used to help Leakey ISD assess its progress toward meeting the goals of the Long Range Plan for. Evaluation Method: Evaluation Method: Surveys of the staff conducted twice yearly in regards to their use of technology in the classroom. Informal interviews conducted once a semester by the campus Plan Committee representative. Records of staff member participation in technology training monitored by sign-in sheets and teacher professional development records. Integration of training into the classroom as measured by lesson plans and number and type of technology and distance learning projects. Monitoring and documentation of community access to technology resources and information on the campuses and on the web site. Monitoring and documentation of community involvement. Yearly inventory of hardware and software. Support and maintenance of technology as documented by technical support records. 18 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

20 Leakey Independent School District Plan: Appendix Attachment item A: LISD-Logical-Network Web site: Attachment item B: Statement of CIPA and COPA Compliance Web site: Attachment item C: Leakey ISD Acceptable Usage Policy PDF file: Attachment item D: Leakey ISD Software Statement Policy Web site: Leakey Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, age, or national origin in its educational programs, activities, or employment as required by Title IX, Section 504 and Title VI. 19 of 19 6/7/11 10:06 AM

21 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options E-Rate Alignment Report for Leakey Independent School District Your technology plan matched 5 of 5 E-Rate correlates. Below is a list of E-Rate statements to which you may have aligned your Plan. Correlate ID ER01 E-Rate Correlate Statement The plan must establish clear goals and a realistic strategy for using telecommunications and information technology to improve education or library services. Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. 1 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

22 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and 2 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

23 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. Objective 5.1: Partner with local Junior and Four Year Colleges to provide continuing education and Adult Literacy. Strategy 5.1.1: Utilizing the local districts Distance Learning facilities to provide real time video connection to professors and classes at remote high learning institutions. ER02 The plan must have a professional development strategy to ensure that staff know how to use these new technologies to improve education or library services. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. 3 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

24 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. ER03 The plan must include an assessment of the telecommunication services, hardware, software, and other services that will be needed to improve education or library services. NEEDS ASSESSMENT INFORMATION Assessment Process Leakey ISD is continually assessing the needs of the district. These assessments are based on annual assessment using the following implements and procedures: 1. Current state of technology inventory 2. integration in the curriculum via reviews of teacher lesson plans showing technology use and integration. 3. development/training for teachers, teaching assistants and administration staff 4. Statistical review of WAN and LAN resources and utilization. 5. Monthly Committee meetings 6. Community input is requested through surveys and questionnaires. All this information is gathered and complied annually to 4 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

25 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options provide a bases for planning and budgeting for the upcoming years. These assessment also provide guidance to administration and teachers with regards to enhancing technology awareness, integration and understanding for students and staff. Existing Conditions Leakey ISD intends to continue to upgrade and expand our technology base so students and teachers will have the necessary tools to maintain the effective, unique teaching and learning practices they have exhibited in the past. We are updating all of our electronics to current technologies. To this effect Leakey ISD has upgraded the entire MDF (Main Distribution Front Server Closet) to include the following: a new Windows Domain and Active y environment, a new Exchange ( services), new File servers. We are currently leveraging newer technology such as Virtualization of service and servers to cut costs of hardware. All old servers were recycled and replaced with newer and faster systems and/or virtualized environments. In order to support these newer technologies, we need to upgrade our cable plant to category six wiring and multi-mode fiber runs from outlaying building back to the MDF. Leakey ISD is currently upgrading switches in the field to provided gigabyte and Power over Ethernet backbone. Wireless systems have be put in place to cut costs of cabling in areas where it is feasible. A Voice over IP solution has been implemented to enhance communications between administrators, educators and parents. Leakey ISD has invested in power backup units at each IDF (Individual Distribution Front building switch plants or network closets) to ensure up-time and surge protection for the network infrastructure. Theses upgrades and recycling of our current technologies will involve all MDF and IDF switches, routers, UPS s, new servers, firewall device and content video. Leakey ISD has acquired digital content video streaming to provide live content to desktop and laptops in the district. This content will include (but not limited to) educational content, digitalizing of Library video for instant delivery to classrooms, pod casting of news and events. The following technology is currently in place: District-Wide Direct connection to the Internet via 1 Fiber link providing 20Mibs through local provider. One direct T1 link providing 1.5Mibs for distance learning District remote hosted web server, providing district information and student work. District file servers in place providing Internet filtering, electronic mail, anti-virus protection (file an electronic mail), internal messaging system, accelerated reading, grade book software (Gradespeed ), student & business administrative software (TxEIS ), DNS services, DHCP services, website hosting services and print services Written policies in place on acceptable use of the Internet, World Wide Web content and network management One Distance learning lab with direct connection to regional junior college and educational service center, that is available for students, staff, and community members. Leakey ISD K-12 Campus Direct connection to the Internet via Fiber 20Mibs Link and one T1 1.5Mibs leased line for distance learning Remote hosted Web server maintained by the teachers with High school, Middle school and Elementary school information and projects Eleven fiber optic backbone connections running to an MDF in the 1100 Building, 1 Gigabyte duplex Ethernetto-the-desktop connecting to 225 computer systems Elementary Lab with 27 computer systems each JR/High School Lab with 25 computer systems each Word-processing / BCIS lab with 12 systems Science lab with 5 computer systems each One Yearbook lab with 4 systems One DAEP/ISS classroom with 1 system One content mastery classroom / life skills (SpED) with 6 systems One resource classroom (SpED) with 6 systems Two Elementary SpED classroom with 3 systems One library with 6 systems All Elementary classrooms have at least 2 computer systems Numerous small work-groups labs campus wide Software is provided by the district for advanced technology classes, including desktop publishing, advanced word processing, web mastering, annual, computerized accounting, accelerated reading, reading & speech enhancement (CEI ), math remedial/advancement (MLS by CEI ) Networked online card catalog (Athena ), Internet access, Texas Library Connection, and automated checkout in the library 5 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

26 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options At least two network drops & computers in every classroom Computer projectors 19 issued to classrooms Digital document cameras 18 issued to classrooms High school classes have access to Jr/HS computer lab and Library resources Middle school classes have access Jr/HS computer lab and Library resources Digital video streaming server, with content covering TEKS and TAKS Needs After reviewing the responses to the Texas Star Chart surveys, Leakey ISD is currently still in the developing stage of Teaching & Learning and Educator Preparation and Development, Leakey ISD is now in the advanced stage of Administration and Support Services and Infrastructure for. Upon completion of the review it was found that teachers are in need of more training in the use and instruction of technology. Leakey ISD needs to focus on training teachers to use a facilitator approach to teaching students to use technology to create communities of inquiry within their own community. Also, emphasis needs to be placed on teachers using technology for research, lesson planning, multimedia and graphical presentations, and to correspond with experts, peers, and parents. In addition, regular technology use needs to be integrated into curriculum activities in various settings (computer labs, library, and cart systems). A focus needs to be placed on integrating technology into TEKS, TAKS, and other foundation subject areas across the subject and grade levels campus-wide. The elementary levels need to add most, if not all, technology applications TEKS into the curriculum. Students will work with peers and experts (instructors, teachers and outside staff) to evaluate information, analyze data and content to problem solve. Students need to be able to use appropriate technology to convey knowledge and skills they have learned. While Leakey ISD teachers use technology for administrative tasks and classroom management, teachers need to use technology for teaching and learning and to use online resources to enrich instruction. The teachers are currently working hard to meet at least 60% of SBEC s proficiencies and implement into classroom standards. Leakey ISD currently recognizes and identifies exemplary use of technology in instruction, and will start to ensure integration of appropriate technologies to maximize learning and teaching in the future. Leakey ISD has always put professional development at the forefront of a teacher s continuing education and training and as such technology development will always be a long-term and ongoing standard. Leakey ISD is currently moving forward with the level of understanding and pattern of use that teachers are displaying from an adaptation stage to an appropriation stage. To facilitate this goal, Leakey ISD is moving toward budgeting at least 25% of the technology budget for technology professional development. Leakey ISD is now budgeting 100% of Title II, Part D funds to staff development. Leakey ISD administration has been making strides to improve and keep up-to-date technologies for staff and students. The administration is actively working with the technology staff to update the technology plan. Administration sees the need for the plan to be collaboratively developed and the guiding policy and practices are updated annually. The administration actively uses technology in all aspects of planning and decision-making. Currently, Leakey ISD employs 1 technical staff member for the entire school district. The staff member is responsible for 225 computers systems, 15 servers, 21 data projectors, 1 digital document cameras, 32 printers, and numerous other technology devices. staff is able to use remote management software tools on most systems. Response times are at 4+ hours depending on type of problem and location. The campus budget is adequate for hardware and software purchases, professional development, staffing support and ongoing costs. Projected year has the technology allotment with E-Rate discounts applied to the technology budget and is locally supplemented through tax dollars. There is a need for a full time technology administrator and extra staff for the technology that is developing in this District. Leakey ISD has been fortunate to a recipient of numerous TIF grants and one TIF CN grant. These grants helped to create a high-speed backbone on which to build a powerful network. The network is currently running at 1 GB duplex switched to the 6 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

27 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options workstations and 1GB Fiber from all buildings to the MDF. This network will be used to distribute on-demand access to the Internet, multimedia, video streaming, distance learning (currently only available in one lab setting and more is needed), web-based content, and applications to the student body and staff of the entire district. More online or web-based content for learning is needed for the continued success of the Leakey ISD students. While technology equipment is available for teacher use, more training for teachers is required to enable them to fully utilize the technology equipment for student instruction and curriculum enhancement. Previously, students checked out laptop computers; however, those became obsolete. A high / middle school lab was create that is also a dual purpose Plato Lab. Students taking college level dual credit classes are issue laptop (currently 12 laptops) and are in the field. The current needs of the campus are: Classroom/Teaching environment needs: Workstations / Portable Systems o The current Elementary and Jr/HS labs are out-dated and as such need to be refreshed. This will require 52 new pc-based workstations. o The current Yearbook lab is out-dated and as such need to be refreshed. This will require 5 new Apple-based workstations. o The current content master classroom systems are very out dated and require a refresh. This will require 6 new pc-based workstations. o The current Elementary (SpED) classrooms are out-dated and need to be refreshed. This will require 4 new pc-based systems. o The current college level dual credit classes systems are out-dated and need to be refreshed. This will require 15 new pc-based notebooks/laptops. Teacher Laptops, Projectors, Interactive whiteboards and Digital Document Cameras o A small number of classrooms have laptops, projectors, interactive whiteboards and document cameras setup. To complete this project (and replace all TV s and provide interactive environments), it will require 19 laptops, projectors, interactive whiteboards and document cameras. District/Campus environment needs: Wireless Campus-wide Network upgrades o The network was recently upgraded through district funding. ER04 The plan must provide for a sufficient budget to acquire and support the non-discounted elements of the plan: the hardware, software, professional development, and other services that will be needed to implement the strategy. BUDGET INFORMATION Total amount of Title II funds: $ Method of application for formula funds: Local Application Budget Detail for 2011 (Year 1) Budget Item Cost Funding Sources with % Staff Development Telecommunications and Internet Access $ Title II Part D: $ (Local Application) $ Local Funds: $7, E-Rate Discounts: $31, Materials and Supplies $ Local Budget: $4, E-Rate Discounts: $0 Equipment $ Local Budget Funds: $4, REAP Grant: $20,000 CATE: $2, High School Allotment Fund 429: $17, E-Rate Discounts: $0 Maintenance Miscellaneous Expenses $ $ Local Budget : $25, E-Rate Discounts: $0 Local Budget: 1, E-Rate Discounts: $0 7 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

28 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Total $ ER05 The plan must include an evaluation process that enables the school or library to monitor progress toward the specified goals and make mid-course corrections in response to new developments and opportunities as they arise. EVALUATION INFORMATION Evaluation Process Evaluation Method valuation Process: Evaluation of the Plan will be a systematic ongoing process. All aspects of the Plan will be evaluated formally twice each year in November and May. The Plan Committee will be responsible for the ongoing evaluation of this plan. The intention of the evaluation will be to make decisions on the impact that technology has on the learning process for all students. A report will be given to the Superintendent and the Board of Trustees after each formal evaluation occurs. Leakey ISD s STaR Chart results for each campus will be used to help Leakey ISD assess its progress toward meeting the goals of the Long Range Plan for. Evaluation Method: Surveys of the staff conducted twice yearly in regards to their use of technology in the classroom. Informal interviews conducted once a semester by the campus Plan Committee representative. Records of staff member participation in technology training monitored by sign-in sheets and teacher professional development records. Integration of training into the classroom as measured by lesson plans and number and type of technology and distance learning projects. Monitoring and documentation of community access to technology resources and information on the campuses and on the web site. Monitoring and documentation of community involvement. Yearly inventory of hardware and software. Support and maintenance of technology as documented by technical support records. 8 of 8 6/7/11 10:06 AM

29 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Alignment Report for Leakey Independent School District Your technology plan matched 13 of 13 NCLB correlates. Below is a list of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) statements to which you may have aligned your Plan. Correlate ID NCLB Correlate Statement 1 Strategies for improving academic achievement and teacher effectiveness To improve: the academic achievement, including technology literacy, of all students. the capacity of all teachers to integrate technology effectively into curriculum and instruction Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction 1 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

30 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. 2 Goals for using advanced technology aligned with challenging State academic content and student academic achievement standards to improve student academic achievement 2 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

31 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. 3 Steps to increase accessibility To ensure that: all students and teachers have increased access to technology Students in high-poverty and high-needs schools, or schools identified for improvement or corrective action, have access to technology teachers are prepared to integrate technology effectively into curricula and instruction Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS 3 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

32 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in 4 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

33 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. 4a Promotion of curricula and teaching strategies that integrate technology Will identify and promote curricula and teaching strategies that integrate technology effectively into curricula and instruction, based on a review of relevant research and leading to improvements in student academic achievement Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus 5 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

34 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. 4b Professional development Provide ongoing, sustained, high quality professional development for: teachers, principals, administrators, and school library media personnel to further the effective use of technology in the classroom or library media center including, if applicable, a list of the entities that will be partners with the district involved in providing the ongoing, sustained professional development Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades 6 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

35 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. Objective 5.1: Partner with local Junior and Four Year Colleges to provide continuing education and Adult Literacy. Strategy 5.1.1: Utilizing the local districts Distance Learning facilities to provide real time video connection to professors and classes at remote high learning institutions. 5 type and costs Description of type and costs of technology to be acquired with Ed Tech funds, including provisions for interoperability of components of such technologies Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop 7 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

36 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. 8 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

37 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. 6 Coordination with other resources District's plan for coordinating activities funded through the Ed Tech program with technology-related activities supported with funds from other Federal, State, and local sources Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. 9 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

38 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. 10 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

39 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. Objective 5.1: Partner with local Junior and Four Year Colleges to provide continuing education and Adult Literacy. Strategy 5.1.1: Utilizing the local districts Distance Learning facilities to provide real time video connection to professors and classes at remote high learning institutions. 7 Integration of technology with curricula and instruction How the applicant will: integrate technology (including software and electronically delivered learning materials) into curricula and instruction, and utilize a timeline for this integration Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult 11 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

40 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Literacy programs and offerings. 8 Innovative delivery strategies Will encourage: the development and use of innovative strategies for the delivery of specialized or rigorous courses and curricula through the use of technology, including distance learning technologies, particularly in areas that would not otherwise have access to such courses or curricula due to geographical distances or insufficient resources Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. 12 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

41 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. Objective 5.1: Partner with local Junior and Four Year Colleges to provide continuing education and Adult Literacy. Strategy 5.1.1: Utilizing the local districts Distance Learning facilities to provide real time video connection to professors and classes at remote high learning institutions. 13 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

42 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options 9 Parental involvement Will use technology effectively to: promote parental involvement increase communication with parents, including a description of how parents will be informed of the technology being applied in the child's education Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. 10 Collaboration with adult literacy service providers Description of how the program will be developed, where applicable, in collaboration with adult literacy service providers Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decision- 14 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

43 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options making focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. Objective 5.1: Partner with local Junior and Four Year Colleges to provide continuing education and Adult Literacy. Strategy 5.1.1: Utilizing the local districts Distance Learning facilities to provide real time video connection to professors and classes at remote high learning institutions. 11 Accountability measures Process and accountability measures that evaluate the extent to which activities are effective in: integrating technology into curricula and instruction increasing the ability of teachers to teach enabling students to reach challenging State academic content and student academic achievement standards 15 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

44 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Objective 1.1: The district will focus on the instructional and learning needs of students and staff. Strategy 1.1.1: Integrate technology into the foundation and enrichment curriculum to enhance student learning. Strategy 1.1.2: Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS Strategy 1.1.3: Incorporate flexible technology to meet the needs of diverse learners. Strategy 1.1.4: Provide on-going training embedded in instruction to ensure educators gain skills to effectively use technology to improve student Learning Strategy 1.1.5: Provide 24/7 access to on-line and distance learning to meet the learning needs of students. Strategy 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective. Strategy 1.1.7: Support development of web-based information via websites for teachers to inform and communicate with parents and other stakeholders. Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the 16 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

45 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. 12 Supporting resources Supporting resources (such as services, software, other electronically delivered learning materials, and print resources) that will be acquired to ensure successful and effective uses of technology Objective 2.1: Educators and community will receive effective, research-based professional development using technology. proficiency for teachers will be documented through the use of the STaR chart. Strategy 2.1.1: Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development. Strategy 2.1.2: Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation. Strategy 2.1.3: Provide flexible access to the library and/or computer labs to develop research skills, after hours access and training. Strategy 2.1.4: SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development. Strategy 2.1.5: will continue to be integrated into the district improvement plan Strategy 2.1.6: Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area. Strategy 2.1.7: Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. Strategy 2.1.8: District will provide a Parent Portal, that will provided information on student grade and attendance status, scholarships and financial aide, college testing dates and Adult Literacy programs and offerings. Objective 3.1: Improve the quality of communication to facilitate data-driven decision making process in the areas of achievement, attendance and parental involvement. Strategy 3.1.1: Integrate planning for technology into all district planning. Strategy 3.1.2: The community will be included in technology initiatives. Strategy 3.1.3: Expand parental access to school information through technology. Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. 17 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

46 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options Strategy 3.1.4: Integrate technology into instructional management and administration. Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decisionmaking focused on student success. Strategy 3.1.5: Analyze AEIS data to set campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. Strategy 3.1.6: 100% of campus will utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and teacher use. Strategy 3.1.7: The district website will promote best teaching practices. Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. Strategy 3.1.8: A Planning Committee has been formed to regularly evaluate the district Plan. Strategy 3.1.9: Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as and web pages. Web based inventory system will be used to maintain and track technology equipment and work orders. Strategy : Teacher and Librarian evaluations will be maintained electronically with support. Objective 4.1: The district will have an infrastructure that facilitates good communication, instruction, and other services. All students and teachers will have increased access to technology Strategy 4.1.1: Update technology into all classrooms and library for planning purposes. Strategy 4.1.2: To obtain extraneous funding for technology infrastructure. To continue developing innovative funding and have strategies with joint effort with both public and private sectors. This is to ensure to have anywhere, anytime and equitable access to broadband communications and Internet for all students. Strategy 4.1.3: Explore partnerships and access with strategic associates in private and public entities. Strategy 4.1.4: Promoting high-speed internet access to students and staff. Pursuing to maintain and expand the high-capacity, high-speed state-wide telecommunications (telecom, Internet and video distance learning) network. Strategy 4.1.5: To maintain a obsolescence (EOL) program for all technology district-wide. To continue to seek updates, replacements and enhancements to further maximize ROI. Strategy 4.1.6: Strive to have district-wide laptops and desktop workstations for all students and staff members (1:1 ratio). Also to provide all workstations (desktop or/and laptops) with internet and network access district-wide. Objective 5.1: Partner with local Junior and Four Year Colleges to provide continuing education and Adult Literacy. Strategy 5.1.1: Utilizing the local districts Distance Learning facilities to provide real time video connection to professors and classes at remote high learning institutions. 18 of 18 6/7/11 10:07 AM

47 Texas e-plan: Planning System - Report Options LRPT Alignment Report for Leakey Independent School District Strategies from your technology plan matched 44 of the 49 LEA-related LRPT correlates. Below is a list of Long Range Plan for (LRPT) statements. Strategies from your Plan are listed beneath those LRPT statements with which they aligned. Educator Preparation and Development Correlate ID EP01 LRPT Statement Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Applications into the foundation and enrichment TEKS through multiple delivery methods : Ensure student technology proficiencies according to TEKS 1.1.6: Develop technology integration progression charts to monitor progress of integration from the teacher and student perspective : Implementing technology into TEKS by providing professional development : Provide professional development to include multimedia instruction incorporating Pod Casting, Blogging, Power Points and video lesson creation : SBEC standards will be followed when planing professional development : Offer staff development courses for librarians, teachers and staff that focus on technology integration into their subject area : Utilize the director to provide trainings to all educators and staff through regular meetings and/or classroom visits at elementary and secondary levels. 1 of 2 6/7/11 10:08 AM