<School> Technology Plan School Years 2008 to 2011 FUSD Mission Providing optimal educational opportunities for ALL STUDENTS to prepare themselves for a productive future. School Technology Plan Approved by School Principal Signature of School Principal Date (Note: The overall goal of the school technology plan is to assess the needs of your site, identify technology goals, develop strategies for completing the goals and funding methods. This document serves as a foundation for your plan but you are encouraged to supplement it with specific information that will make the document more detailed and effective for your school.) School Profile School Name: Technology Plan Contact Name: Number of Teachers: Number of Students enrolled on 100 th day, February 2008: Technology Inventory (please attach) Technology Planning Shared Vision/Leadership Proactive leadership in developing a shared vision for educational technology among school personnel, students, parents, and the community. Implementation Planning A systemic plan aligned with a shared vision for school effectiveness and student learning through the infusion of ICT and digital learning resources 1
List members of your school technology planning team Examples of planning team members Teachers, Administrators, Library Media Specialists, Parents, Students, Community Members, Technology Integration Coordinator, Technology Peer Coach, Technology Integration Specialist, Special Education Teachers, Assistive Technology Specialist, District Tech Services personnel, District Maintenance personnel, SIOP Coach. (Add rows as necessary) Member Role Explain how stakeholders were involved in the planning process. How does the technology plan align with your School Improvement Plan, Title I, and/or other strategic initiatives within your school? 2
CREATING GOALS FOR YOUR SCHOOL Measurable goals should be SMART Goals SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely. For more information on SMART Goals: www.topachievement.com/smart.html (Note: The examples included in each of the areas below are examples only and are not required for your plan. They are goals developed by members of the District Technology Committee and, if appropriate for your school, you are welcome to use them but are not required to do so.) Goal 1: Student Learning Proficiency in 21 st Century Skills Curriculum Framework Content standards and related digital curriculum resources Student-Centered Learning Use of ICT to facilitate engaging approaches to learning Assessment and Evaluation Continuous assessment, both of learning and for learning, and evaluation of the use of ICT and digital resources. SY 2008-2009 Curriculum Framework Our school improvement plan is A. Increase the number of A. Replace and increase the focused on improving reading workstations available to number of workstations achievement for al students. students for work with the meeting minimum specs with Head Sprout program to a 1:4 capital override funds in ratio. January 2009. Student-Centered Learning Assessment and Evaluation To improve reading and math test scores Improve and increase student achievement on TLA B. Increase the meaningful usage of technology in reading instruction, as measured by inclusion in teacher lesson plans. A. Increase # of workstations for student-centered learning/research/production B. Increase the meaningful usage of technology for student productions as measured by inclusion in teacher lesson plans or student created products. Increase # of students reaching proficiency at 5 th grade level to 80% of all students. B. Implement and/or continue a technology peer coaching program to assist teachers in lesson improvement and the meaningful integration of technology with reading instruction. A. Increase # of workstations B. Continue with Peer Coaching C. Inservice and training D. Integrated in student-centered learning Implement and use Easy Tech grades 1-6 3
SY 2009-2010 Curriculum Framework Student-Centered Learning Assessment and Evaluation SY 2010-2011 Curriculum Framework Student-Centered Learning Assessment and Evaluation Goal 2: Professional Development Innovative Teaching and Learning Skilled Personnel Educators and support staff skilled in the use of ICT appropriate for their job responsibilities Ongoing Professional Learning Technology-related professional learning plans and opportunities with dedicated time to practice and share ideas SY 2008-2009 Skilled Personnel Ongoing Professional Learning SY 2009-2010 Skilled Personnel Ongoing Professional Learning A. Staff skill level will increase as A/B. Monthly time will be measured by results on the pre- scheduled to allow for tech prof. and post-teacher tech skill development (early release, prep, assessment. PLC, etc.) with principal support. B. 100% of school staff will A/B. Identification of site participate in 2 prof. development technology needs and desires - offerings related to tech develop offerings accordingly integration/use Improve tech skill, use and knowledge among all school staff Tech tools to support and enhance learning objectives Each teacher will extend their school professional learning community by employing Web 2.0 tools--wiki, blog, etc. Implement or continue a technology peer coaching program during PLC time to assist teachers in developing their digital PLC 4
SY 2010-2011 Skilled Personnel Ongoing Professional Learning Goal 3: Equity Robust Education Support systems Equitable Access robust and reliable access to current and emerging technologies and digital resources, with connectivity for all students, teachers, staff, and school leaders Technical Support Consistent and reliable assistance for maintaining, renewing, and using ICT(Information and Communication Technologies) and digital resources Consistent and Adequate Ongoing funding to support technology infrastructure, personnel, digital resources, and staff development Note: As discussed in the 2/5/08 DTC meeting, a district wide priority will be to upgrade lab facilities with schools. SY 2008-2009 Equitable Access Technical Support Consistent and Adequate A. Complete computer lab refresh A. Utilize Capital Override and site and subsequent upgrades to funds. Coordinate support ensure all lab workstations have activities with Tech Services the same version of operating personnel system at all times. B. Utilize Capital Override and site B. Schoolwide student computer funds ratio of 4 to 1 with all computers meeting minimum specifications A. Mixed versions of operating systems in lab which can result in issues with software applications. B. Enough computers to effectively utilize Head Sprout, Starfall, or other curricular resources Establish technical support policy. Unpredictable yearly funding for effectively maintaining hardware and software resources All hardware purchased will have a service contract and follow district specifications.. A hardware evaluation will be completed once/year following policy guidelines. Identified funding source and amount available on a yearly basis. Specifics are included in school technology plan. Adequate tech service staff in multiple platforms. One person in each building to troubleshoot problems. Relationship with one or more TS personnel who tend to work in that particular bldg. School technology committee works with principal and site council to advocate for consistent and effective funding. Yearly survey of technology needs to identify required funding amounts. Explore purchasing alternatives such as leasing vs. buying options to maximize available funds 5
SY 2009-2010 Equitable Access Technical Support Consistent and Adequate SY 2010-2011 Equitable Access Technical Support Consistent and Adequate Item hardware, software, professional development Source Override, Site Capital, M&O, PTO, etc. SY Year Amount Revisiting school technology plans to monitor and assess progress: Describe plans for annual review and potential revisions-- FUSD School Technology Plan is based on ISTE s Essential Conditions: Necessary Conditions to Effectively Leverage Technology for Learning For more information on the Essential Conditions: www.iste.org/inhouse/nets/cnets/students/pdf/nets-s_essential_conditions.pdf For more information on ISTE (The International Society for Technology in Education): www.iste.org Revised 2/15/08 6