2012-2013 Educational Technology Keith P. Segalla, Executive Director Career & Technical Education and Instructional Technology Stephen Sylvia, Principal Ellen Garofalo, Coordinator of Data Processing Ellen Hunter, Data Support and Technical Supervisor Robert Cavallo, Database Administrator October 2012
TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Essential Elements A. Mission 1. Quincy Public Schools pp. 3 2. Educational Technology pp. 4 B. Program Leader s Message pp. 5 C. District Improvement Plan 1. System Team Alignment pp. 6 2. Related Team Alignment pp. 7-9 D. Improvement Plan 1. QPS Organizational Chart 2012-2013 pp. 10 2. IT Organizational Chart 2012-2013 pp. 11 3. Purpose/Membership/Meeting Schedule 2012-2013 Team Goals pp. 12-15 E. Appendix pp. 16 1. Educational Technology Meeting Agenda/Meeting Minutes 2. Instructional Classroom Technologies Training and Professional Development 3. 2012-2013 Instructional Hardware Expenditures~QPS Budget 4. 2012-2013 Educational Software Expenditures 5. Mayor Koch s Comcast Funds Proposal Update 6. 2012-2013 Instructional Technology Progress Report 7. Draft Technology Assessment for High School Staff Members 8. Educational Technology Powerpoint Presentation ~ Citywide Parent s Council 9. QPS 2012-2013 IT Technician Schedule 10. Educational Technology Articles ~ Quincy Sun/Mimio Products 11. QPS New Technology Plan Team Members/Meeting Minutes 12. QPS Technology Plan 2010-2013 (QPS Website) 2
A. Quincy Public Schools Mission Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for children to achieve their individual maximum potential. Our desire is to develop students who persevere in their studies, take responsibility for their choices, and are honest in their character. We seek to equip the students with the necessary skills to thrive as productive workers and committed citizens, and to meet the challenge of change in a global community. We strive to help children discover and explore their gifts and talents, and to value and respect each other's uniqueness. In order to accomplish our mission, staff, parents and students must work in a collaboration of effort and trust with open communication. Our success will be measured by our students who exemplify a lifelong love of learning. 3
Educational Technology Mission It is the mission of the Quincy Public Schools Educational Technology Team to communicate effectively with staff, students and parents and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. We provide technological training, guidance, information and services to school administrators and personnel that support state and local learning standards that contribute to the academic performance and development of all students. We will continue to provide a comprehensive technology plan, which will better serve our students, educators, and parents. However, the plan is also driven by the district s commitment to using modern technology more effectively and efficiently, improving on its strong array of technology, technical support and training and quality instruction. We seek to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in the 21 st Century. 4
B. Program Leader s Message Quincy Public Schools embraces technology and recognizes the impact that it has in our society. We understand the need to prepare students to become productive members of our society by providing the tools necessary to integrate technology into all instructional and learning experiences. The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following Information and Technology benchmarks to each school district: 1. Clear Vision and Mission 2. Assessment of Current Technology in the District 3. Technology and Curriculum Integration 4. Technology Professional Development 5. Equitable Access to Technology 6. Infrastructure and Connectivity 7. Access to the Internet beyond the School Day In response to these benchmarks, our District Improvement Plan, Professional Development Plan and District Technology Plan include a series of goals and action steps assuring attainment. A major emphasis will continue to be placed on expanded professional development for staff to effectively enhance student learning through the integration of technology into the curriculum. Educators in the Quincy Public Schools continue to address twenty-first century issues through teaching, learning and management tools designed for industrial age schools. The "basic skills" for the next century will require students to have the ability to access, analyze and communicate information effectively. These skills will enable our students to assume a productive role that is integral to our global economy. 5
C. District Improvement Plan 1. Team Alignment and Standards 6
Standard 2 Curriculum and Instruction Key Question - Are all aspects of the curriculum to the state Frameworks? Are instructional practices developed and implemented toward attaining high levels of student achievement? Team Alignment Chart Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendent of Schools Curriculum and Instruction Curriculum Team Colleen Roberts Principal Team Colleen Roberts Keith Segalla Cabinet Council Team Beth Hallett Career and Technical Education Team Keith Segalla Community Service Learning Team James Hennessy Vertical Teams (3) Eng/Math/Sci (5-6) Madeline Roy Vertical Teams (5) Eng/Math/Sci/SS Foreign Lang (8-9) Beth Hallett Vertical Teams (2) ELL (Elementary/Middle) ELL (Middle/High) Beth Hallett Primary Secondary 7
Standard 2 Curriculum and Instruction Key Question - Are all aspects of the curriculum are aligned to the state Frameworks? Are instructional practices developed and implemented toward attaining high levels of student achievement? Indicator Indicator 1: The district implements curricula for all grade levels in tested content areas that clearly address all the components of the new Common Core 2011 State Curriculum Frameworks. Indicator 4: The instructional leaders in each school support the implementation of effective instructional strategies, techniques and methods grounded in research Indicator 5: The district regularly reviews curriculum based on valid research and the analysis of MCAS test results, and other assessments to improve achievement. Indicator 6: The district analyzes student achievement and allocates instructional time in the tested core content areas. Indicator 7: Appropriate educational technology is available and used as an integral part of the instructional process. Benchmark The curriculum guidelines include a rationale, course descriptions, measurable learner objectives, cross references to the new Common Core 2011State Curriculum Frameworks, scope and sequence, textbooks and instructional materials, instructional strategies and activities, and assessment plans. The district s curriculum guidelines fully challenge and engage students through the use of educational technology. Through the high school cabinet council team the district reviews and revises the curriculum and Educational Technology to ensure alignment with the 2011 Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. The District Improvement Plan, Program Improvement Plans, and School Improvement Plans are designed in conjunction with other multi-year district- wide initiatives such as the technology plan and professional development plans. Adequate instructional time is scheduled within the day and year for each subject area. The district has a system for ensuring that adequate time is allotted for each core subject area. The district utilizes all available time and staff as independent resources in order to maximize meaningful engagements of all students and reflective of student achievement through the use of Educational Technology. Teachers utilize educational technology as a tool for individualizing instruction and reinforcing their classroom instruction The continues to integrate educational technology into the district s curriculum. Administrators, teachers, and students have access to technical support. The district hires at least four full time employees for technology support. The district provides students and staff with access to computers beyond the regular school day. Technology is integrated and implemented in all areas of the curriculum. Teachers regularly integrate instructional technology in classroom lessons and for projects. Most students are able to use word processing and publishing software to produce written work. 8
Indicator 8: District and school leaders monitor teachers instruction for evidence of practices that reflect high expectations for students work and mastery. Indicator 10: Teachers use differentiated instructional strategies that reflect high expectations for all students. Indicator 11: The district s budget and supplemental funding were adequate to provide for effective instructional practices and to provide for adequate operational resources. The community annually provided sufficient financial resources to ensure educationally sound programs and facilities of quality, as evidenced by a sufficient district revenue levy and level of local spending for education. Students are adept at using technology to locate and gather information for use on assignments. Students use technology to help solve mathematics problems and graphically display results. The school curriculum includes rigorous, advanced level courses of study at each level. All students are encouraged to prepare for these courses in order to reach their academic potential. The district ensures equitable access to school programs and services to students with disabilities through professional collaboration of qualified special education, regular education, Title I and LEP staff. The district achieves a 4:1 student to computer ratio. The district makes a financial commitment to support its technology plan. The district ensures that every classroom and administrative office is connected to the district s network and to the Internet. 9
D. Improvement Plan 10
Quincy Public Schools Educational Technology Organizational Chart 2012-2013 Dr. Richard DeCristofaro Superintendent of Schools Colleen Roberts Assistant Superintendent Of Schools Keith Segalla Executive Director of Career Education and Instructional Technology Coordinator of Data Processing Information Technology Data Support and Technical Supervisor Ellen Garofalo Database Administrator Robert Cavallo Sheryl Erikson Kathy Kelly Educational Technology Team Stephen Sylvia Robert Cavallo Jennifer Fay-Beers Michael Connor Nick Ahearn Ellen Murray Peter Dionne Daniel Gilbert Beth Hallett Colleen Roberts Mary Fredrickson James Hennessy Erin Perkins Madeline Roy Larry Taglieri Renee Malvesti Ellen Hunter Ellen Hunter Principals Secretaries IT Technicians Dick Vella Nick Gatto Mike McGunagle Lisa Manuel Video/Production Technician Brian Smith 11
Team: Co-Chairperson: Co-Chairperson: Purpose: Steve Sylvia Keith Segalla To facilitate, enhance and implement curriculum integration through the use of instructional technology in the 21 st Century classroom. Member Names Title Telephone Ext. Robert Cavallo Database Administrator 8770 Jennifer Fay-Beers Principal, Central Middle 8725 Michael Connor Acting Assistant Principal, NQHS 8744 Nick Ahearn Principal, Marshall 8721 Ellen Murray Assistant Principal, QHS 3363 Peter Dionne Principal, Bernazzani 8713 Daniel Gilbert Principal, Snug Harbor 8763 Beth Hallett Curriculum Coordinator Gr. 6-12 & ELL 8780 Colleen Roberts Assistant Superintendent of Schools 8760 Mary Fredrickson Assessment Specialist, QPS 8759 James Hennessy Principal, Wollaston 8791 Erin Perkins SPED Team Administrator 8896 Madeline Roy Acting Curriculum Coordinator, Pre K-5 & Title 1 8712 Larry Taglieri Principal, Broad Meadows 8723 Steve Sylvia Principal, Squantum 8706 Keith Segalla Executive Director Career & Technical Education 8731 and Instructional Technology Renee Malvesti Principal, Montclair 8708 Ellen Hunter Supervisor, IT Technicians 8758 Laura Owens Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools 8700 12
Goal One: By June 2013, The will collaborate with the Information Technology Team to research, design and develop scholastic components, of the Quincy Public Schools 2013-2016 Technology Plan, including: Technology Integration and Literacy, Technology Professional Development, Accessibility of Technology, Virtual Learning and Communications. Action Steps / Monitoring Plan Steps Action Steps/Timeline Source of Evidence a. members will Current QPS review existing Quincy Public Schools Technology Plan Technology Plan by November 2012. b. members will design and develop scholastic components, including Technology Integration and Literacy, Technology Professional Development, Accessibility of Technology, and Virtual Learning and Communications of the 2013-2016 QPS Technology Plan by February 2013. c. members will present 2013-2016 QPS Technology Plan to the following QPS Teams for feedback/input: Information Technology Team, Superintendent s Leadership Team, and Principal Team by March 2013. d. members will present 2013-2016 QPS Technology Plan to Teaching and Learning Subcommittee and Subcommittee for feedback/input by April 2013. e. members will present 2013-2016 QPS Technology Plan to the full Quincy School Committee for a final vote in May 2013. DRAFT 2013-2016 Technology Plan DRAFT 2013-2016 QPS Technology Plan DRAFT 2013-2016 QPS Technology Plan 2013-2016 QPS Technology Plan Team/Person(s) Responsible New Technology Plan Team New Technology Plan Team Information Technology Team New Technology Plan Team Information Technology Team Superintendent s Leadership Team Principal Team New Technology Plan Team Teacher and Learning Subcommittee Subcommittee New Technology Plan Team Quincy School Committee 13
Goal Two: During the 2012-2013 school-year, The Education Technology Team will research educational technology programs across different grade levels in the areas of credit recovery, digital textbooks, digital library programs, etc. and continue to support existing instructional technology programs (i.e. Study Island, Go Math, Journeys Pilot, Big Ideas Pilot, etc.). Steps Action Steps /Timeline Source of Evidence a. members will Team Agenda and research educational technology programs in Analysis Summary the areas of credit recovery, digital textbooks, and digital library programs, etc. by January 2013. b. members will observe a virtual classroom and research the success of this technology by February 2013. c. members will create an Instructional Technology Software Survey (i.e. Survey Monkey) to identify use and effectiveness in the classroom of existing instructional technology programs by March 2013. d. members will compile, interpret, and share results of all research with the Superintendent s Leadership Team and Principal Team by April 2013. e. members will present specific recommendations for pilot materials and program continuation to Superintendent s Leadership and Management Teams by May 2013. Team Agenda and Analysis Summary Survey Results Survey Results Analysis Summaries (2) Budget Recommendations Team/Person(s) Responsible Principal Team Superintendent s Leadership Team Principal Team Superintendent s Leadership Team Superintendent s Management Team 14
Goal Three: By June 2013, The Education Technology Team will research, develop and recommend to the Superintendent an effective acceptable use policy for all staff and students outlining appropriate behaviors and guidelines for access to educational technology, access to the internet and access to the QPS technology network. Steps Action Steps/Timeline Source of Evidence a. members will Existing review existing acceptable use policy for Acceptable Use internet use, educational technology software and access to the QPS Technology Network by November 2012. b. members will propose modifications to existing policy or draft supplemental policy new technology areas by January 2013. c. members will present recommendations to the Records Team for possible conflicts with existing documents (ie. Student Rights and Responsibilities, Student Handbook, etc.) by March 2013. d. members will present recommendations to Principals Team, Information Technology Team, IT Technicians Team, and Superintendent s Leadership Team for feedback/input by April 2013. e. members will present recommendations to Subcommittee for review by April 2013. e. members will present to the full Quincy School Committee for a final vote by May 2013. Meeting Schedule: Draft Acceptable Internet Use Draft Acceptable Network Use Draft Acceptable Use Internet Draft Acceptable Network Use Draft Acceptable Internet Use Draft Acceptable Network Use Draft Acceptable Internet Use Draft Acceptable Network Use Acceptable Internet Use Acceptable Network Use Team/Person(s) Responsible Information Technology Team Records Team Educational Technology Information Technology Team IT Technicians Team Superintendent s Management Team Subcommittee Quincy School Committee Meeting Dates Times Location Friday, October 12, 2012 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Point Webster Middle School Friday, November 30, 2012 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Point Webster Middle School Friday, January 11, 2013 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Point Webster Middle School Friday, March 22, 2013 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Point Webster Middle School Friday, May 10, 2013 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Point Webster Middle School 15
E. Appendix 1. Educational Technology Meeting Agenda/Meeting Minutes 2. Instructional Classroom Technologies Training and Professional Development 3. 2012-2013 Instructional Hardware Expenditures~QPS Budget 4. 2012-2013 Educational Software Expenditures 5. Mayor Koch s Comcast Funds Proposal Update 6. 2012-2013 Instructional Technology Progress Report 7. Draft Technology Assessment for High School Staff Members 8. Educational Technology Powerpoint Presentation ~ Citywide Parent s Council 9. QPS 2012-2013 IT Technician Schedule 10. Educational Technology Articles ~ Quincy Sun/Mimio Products 11. QPS New Technology Plan Team Members/Meeting Minutes 12. QPS Technology Plan 2010-2013 (QPS Website) 16