FAYETTE County Technology Plan

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1 FAYETTE County Technology Plan OPTIMAL O P T I M A L nline lanning - echnology ntegration easures for chievement and earning Last revised on May 02, 2003 Page 1 of 19

2 County Technology Plan West Virginia has placed an emphasis on equitably providing technology for schools in order to enhance student learning, improve student achievement, and prepare students for post-secondary education and the world of work. Many stakeholders are involved in this process including students, teachers, administrators, parents, community members, legislators, board of education members and others. Collectively, the county technology planning team members have assisted in creating, refining, implementing and utilizing educational technology to meet the current standards, develop local programs, build partners and capacity, make data-driven decisions, and to evaluate the use of technology for administrative and instructional tasks. The county technology plan is a component of the UCIP and is based on the state OPTimal online format ( This plan will serve several functions. Not only does the plan complement and support the county's instructional goals as delineated in the UCIP, it is also intended to help meet the technology objectives/requirements of the school, county/state policies, state/federal programs, and competitive grants. Examples of these include the following: Policy 2320: A Process for Improving Education Performance Based Accreditation System Policy 2450: Virtual Distance Learning Policy 2460: Use of the Internet by Students and Educators Policy 2470: Use of Technology by Students and Educators Policy 2510: Assuring Quality of Education Policy 2520: Content Standards and Objectives Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in order to receive Universal Service Fund Program E-rate Funds The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 which establishes the Enhancing Education Through Technology (Ed Tech) Program West Virginia House Bill 4319 Basic Skills/Computer Education (BS/CE) WV SUCCESS WVDE Reinventing Education However, the most important function of the plan is to ensure that the effective use of educational technology supports achievement and lifelong learning. Page 2 of 19

3 Technology Team Contact Information Name: Manuel Domingues Title: Superintendent Phone: Ext: 122 Name: Nancy Keffer Title: Associate Superintendent Phone: Ext: 141 Name: Ben Pettry Title: Phone: Ext: 197 Name: Connie Brown Title: Business Teacher Oak Hill High School Phone: Name: Tina Chapman Title: Teacher Ansted Middle School Phone: Name: Alma Logan Title: Teacher Mount Hope Grade School Phone: Name: Deanna Gill Title: Teacher Valley High School Phone: Page 3 of 19

4 County Mission and Vision Statements County Vision: Through the efforts of the Fayette County Community, our vision is to produce capable, responsible lifelong learners who are prepared to contribute to an ever-changing world. County Mission: Believing all students can learn, the Fayette County School community is committed to providing a positive, safe learning environment in which high expectations, driven by a challenging curriculum, allow students to reach their fullest potential. Page 4 of 19

5 Needs Assessment Analysis of Assessment Data 4 of 26 schools did not have 50% of more of students performing in the 3rd & 4th quartiles. 7 of 26 schools had more than 15% of students performing in the 1st quartile. 3 of 7 high schools did not have 50% or more of students performing in the 3rd & 4th quartiles. 1 of 6 middle schools did not have 50% or more of students performing in the 3rd &4th quartile. 3 of 7 high schools had more than 15% of students performing in the 1st quartile. 4 of 13 elementary schools had more than 15% of students performing in the 1st quartile. Goal is to provide more staff development in specific curricular areas. Analysis of UCIP Staff development is needed to increase student achievement across the curriculum. Goal is to emphasize professional development in the plan. Technology Infrastructure A review of the inventory for technology equipment indicated a few problems. 1)The largest elementary school in the county does not have a computer lab. 2)Most of the elementary schools have computers that are 4-6 years old and beginning to show considerable wear. The county computer specialists work on these computers almost exclusively. 3)Many of the Middle School labs must be migrated to Compass from AIMS. 4)Distance learning labs will need to be placed in several locations for curricular changes. The goal is to install a new computer lab at OHES replace and upgrade workstations and peripherals in all schools by replacing older lab computers and moving them to mini-lab settings. OEPA Reports The state audited Fayette County in October During the exit interviews the following areas related to technology were addressed. The school system as a whole had limited use of integrating technology for curricular delivery. Goal is to provide more access through distance learning and staff development for technology integration. Facilities Assessment New routers are needed to replace the older ones that have been in place since the schools began using computers. Goal is to replace the old routers. Technology Plans/Curricular changes/safety Issues The state has changed the reporting format for technology plans. Goal is for both the county and the schools to update their existing plans. This will include updating the county and school Acceptable Use Policy. The county suffers from low enrollment, which will entail curricular changes that will need to be addressed with technology innovations. Goal is to add distance-learning labs to areas of high need. Common safety plan needs requested by the majority of the schools in the county include cellular Page 5 of 19

6 phone use to augment the safe school plan. Goal is to provide every school with a phone under one countywide contract. Page 6 of 19

7 Instructional Goal #1 Increase student achievement across the curriculum through reading, writing, balanced literacy, comprehension strategies, problem solving techniques, higher order thinking skills, and technology integration utilizing varied K-12 instructional delivery strategies. Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1 Schools will incorporate the use of distance-learning labs as a measure of addressing curricular needs or changes for student learning and achievement. Indicators of Achievement: Labs will be installed in three schools: Ansted Middle Year 1: Nuttall Middle Fayetteville Middle Labs will be installed in three more schools: Gauley Bridge High Year 2: Meadow Bridge High Mount Hope High Year 3: n/a Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1 Phone lines will be installed in existing success labs for distance learning. County classroom technology staff No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Phone line installation and access. Local Levy/Bond 2200 Total: Page 7 of 19

8 Technology Activity: #5, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1 To provide access to WVEIS and the Internet in order to enhance learning and improve student achievement in all Fayette County Schools Ben Pettry No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 to WVEIS and Internet Content/Tech Integration E-Rate General Funds Total: Maintenance for Internal connections in collaboration with RESA IV E-Rate Total: Page 8 of 19

9 Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2 The county will continue to fund and support technology integration in curricular areas to improve student achievement. Indicators of Achievement: Migration from AIMS labs to COMPASS labs: Montgomery Middle Year Fayetteville Middle 1: Compiled checklists within each school to indicate the volume of computer lab use by students in all areas of the curriculum. Migration from AIMS labs to COMPASS labs: Year Ansted Middle 2: Nuttall Middle Migration from AIMS labs to COMPASS labs: Year Gauley Bridge High 3: Meadow Bridge High Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2 Purchase and install new computers, additional electronics and installation contracts for Compass labs to replace AIMS labs. Principals School Technology Contacts Stakeholder Involvement No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Computers and electronics BS/CE Total: Page 9 of 19

10 Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2 The county will assist with the purchase of and provide support for curricular programs: Classroom Inc, Compass, Accelerated Reader, Grade Quick, CX Bridges, Deep Freeze, and Office programs. Principals School Technology Contacts Professional Development Stakeholder Involvement No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Cx Bridges SUCCESS Total: Accelerated Reader Title V Total: Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2 In conjunction with the state and RESA IV new routers will be installed in every middle and high school in the county. RESA IV Principal No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 n/a Other no funds 0 Total: 0.00 Technology Activity: #4, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2 Page 10 of 19

11 Computer equipment will be purchased, repaired, and replaced by the county. County Computer Specialist Professional Development No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Computer repairs Local Levy/Bond Total: Ansted Elementary server BS/CE 3000 Total: Technical support and laptop Professional Development Title I 1300 Total: Page 11 of 19

12 Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3 Locate increased funding to install new computer labs, maintain existing labs, and provide professional development for the schools that exhibit high-need and high-poverty populations. Indicators of Achievement: Year 1: Every school in the county will have a computer lab. Year 2: n/a Year 3: n/a Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3 The grant committee will write the competitive portion of the Ed-Tech grant to provide the county with additional funds to increase: access, professional development activities, innovative strategies in the classroom, and community stakeholder involvement. Classroom Computer Specialist Grant committee Professional Development Stakeholder Involvement No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 n/a Other no funds 1.00 Total: 1.00 Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3 Mobile wireless lab for Oak Hill Elementary, Collins Middle and new pc units for Oak Hill Elementary. Parent open house after installation of labs. Page 12 of 19

13 Principal County computer specialist Professional Development Stakeholder Involvement No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ Installation of computer labs and replacement of old Content/Tech Ed Tech Formula desktops at Oak Hill Elementary Integration funds Ed Tech Competitive funds Total: Page 13 of 19

14 Instructional Goal #2 Provide research-based staff development/retraining opportunities for all school employees addressing OEPA recommendations and findings as well as state and local policies. Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1 Teachers, administrators, and staff will participate in professional development opportunities necessary to enhance their technical skills and to meet the requirements in Policy 2520 and HB Indicators of Achievement: Year Improvement in test scores countywide on the SAT-9, and specifically in the low performing 1: schools. Year 2: Year 3: Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1 Each school s computer contact will attend network management training provided by the county. Principal School Computer Contact Professional Development No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Training Professional Development Local Levy/Bond 2500 SUCCESS Total: Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1 Page 14 of 19

15 The county will provide staff development to electronically enhance the core curriculum. County Technology Team member, Tech Integration Sp Principal Teachers Professional Development No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Training for impaired schools at the new OHES lab and Professional Ed Tech Formula Collins Middle lab. Development funds Ed Tech Competitive funds Total: Training by Pomeroy for compass/accelerated reader for Professional the elementary and middle schools. Development BS/CE Title II 2000 Total: 3 Training on secondary level. Professional Development SUCCESS Total: Page 15 of 19

16 Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #2 Every school will have an online technology plan, and complete an online questionnaire designed by the county to assess technology integration and staff development in areas of OEPA recommendations and findings. Indicators of Achievement: 100% of the schools will submit technology plans. Year 1: 100% of the schools will submit a questionnaire. 100% of the schools will address OEPA findings and recommendations. Year 2: Year 3: Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #2 County technology team will write and approve the county technology plan. Computer Classroom Specialist County Technology team Professional Development Stakeholder Involvement No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ No Budget Items Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #2 County technology team members will electronically submit their school s technology plan. Then the county team will guide the training for rest of the county. Page 16 of 19

17 Classroom Computer Specialists County Technology team School Contacts/Principals Professional Development Stakeholder Involvement No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Training Professional Development Local Levy/Bond 3500 Total: Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #2 County technology department will prepare and administer a countywide online questionnaire designed to assess the degree of technology proficiency. County computer specialists Professional Development Stakeholder Involvement No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ No Budget Items Page 17 of 19

18 Instructional Goal #3 Provide time, resources, and staff development to address preventive measures related to discipline, attendance, and dropout rate. Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #1 Every school will have a cellular phone in order to promote a safe learning environment in which high expectations allow students to reach their fullest potential. Indicators of Achievement: Year 1: Obtain signed contracts countywide. Year 2: 100% of the schools in Fayette County will have a cellular phone. Year 3: Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #1 Move all existing cellular phone contracts under one countywide contract. Give access to schools that do not currently have cellular phones. Principals No. Budget Item Funding Source Est $ 1 Purchase contract for cellular phones. Local Levy/Bond 6000 E-Rate Total: Page 18 of 19

19 Policies and Procedures Do you have an Acceptable Use Policy? yes If yes, what is the last date of adoption/revision? 12/16/2002 When was the public meeting held for CIPA Compliance? 07/16/2001 Provide the URL to your acceptable use policy. boe.faye.k12.wv.us/departments/technology Page 19 of 19