Henderson ISD Technology Plan Keith Boles SUPERINTENDENT

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1 Henderson ISD Technology Plan Keith Boles SUPERINTENDENT

2 District Profile ESC Region 7 City, State Zip Henderson, TX Phone Fax County District Number Number of campuses 6 Total student enrollment 3376 District Size 3,000 4,999 % Econ. Disadvantaged 61.8% (F/R students = 2087) Technology Expenditures Technology budgets reported in plan by category Technology Expenditure Per Pupil Number of Campuses with Direct Connection to Internet Percentage of Campuses with Direct Connection to Internet $754, Teaching and Learning Budget $93,000.0 Educator Preparation and Development Budget $15, Leadership, Administration, and Support Budget $450, Infrastructure for Technology Budget $196,500.0 Total: $754,500 $ %

3 Computer/Student Ratio Computer/Teacher Ratio Number of campuses that have completed the Texas Campus STaR Chart Percentage of campuses that have completed the Texas Campus STaR Chart 3 students for every computer 1 teacher for every computer 100% 100% CIPA Compliance CIPA compliance was certified by the district on 12/17/2012. The HISD Board of Trustees held a public meeting concerning its Internet Safety Policy, which was adopted on 4/29/2011. The public meeting was publicized according to district policies and the adoption of the policy is reflected in the meeting minutes. Plan Introduction Plan last edited Plan status Approved Years included in plan Number of years covered by the plan 3 Years approved for the plan Number of years approved 3

4 Technology Planning Committee Kevin Bryan, Director of Technology Dr. Raylene Conner, Deputy Superintendent of Schools Michelle Cooper, HHS media specialist/teacher Christian Mooney, HHS student Melinda Moser, NIS teacher Brenda Nichols, WES teacher John Pino, HMS math instructor Mindy Rucker, District Math Coordinator Monica Sanchez, WPS teacher Yulanda Wall, MAC teacher Clay Wilder, HISD board member and parent Executive Summary This three year plan will serve as a map to provide guidance as Henderson ISD strives to meet the demands of teaching and learning now and in the future. As strategic planning progresses each school year, technology is seen as an integral part of each student s education. The district realizes that if students are to be successful in today s world as well as tomorrow s, they must be provided opportunities to develop the necessary skills to use technology to reach educational goals and develop the ability to transform easily into future endeavors. To reach the goals identified in this plan that emphasize education, connectivity, resources, staff development/support and assessment, the following understandings must be in place. If technological change is to occur, an environment that nurtures and rewards risk taking, excellence, and innovation must be provided by the school board and administrators. Principals, as the instructional leaders, must implement technology and provide worthwhile, ongoing staff development for the integration of technology in the classroom. Teachers must recognize and embrace their changing roles, seeing technology as a tool and utilizing authentic learning and assessment which can individualize education and provide all students with the opportunity to reach their highest potential. Henderson ISD will provide opportunities for parents and community members to become more involved with the educational process and provide an understanding for opportunities for personal and student growth through technology. Students must perform at higher levels and assume the major responsibility for their

5 own learning. For technology to function appropriately in the schools of the 21 st century, it must be driven by educational goals and must empower learners of all ages to reach their highest levels of learning. Technology must allow efficient use of time and energy. Technology must be cost effective. This long range plan represents the best we can offer to the HISD community. Needs Assessment Assessment Process: The technology committee meets periodically to ensure the formative evaluation of progress toward goals set by the district technology plan. Teacher surveys, records of training performed, and the evaluation of those training sessions, student achievement records, community input through various means both formal and informal as well as the campus STaR Chart data are all utilized to inform the committee in its planning process. Existing Conditions: Staffing The technology department consists of the director, the network manager, two district technology specialists, and a technology specialist on each campus. A full time, professional director of technology guides the district s efforts in securing the necessary physical infrastructure as well as hardware and software necessary to make the district s vision a reality. The director also provides software training and staff development. A full time professional district network manager monitors and troubleshoots the district s data network and servers. This staff member also aids in computer maintenance and software installation. One full time district systems manager monitors and troubleshoots the district s school information system and maintains the district s applications. This staff member also maintains the district s web site. One full time district hardware specialist performs computer maintenance and repairs and conducts software training and staff development. The position of campus technology specialist (CTS) exists for each campus. Each CTS is paid a stipend of $2000 for training and troubleshooting services at the campus level.

6 Network Infrastructure Existing campuses have an internal network and connect to the district wide network. The district wide network backbone is driven by 1000Mbps circuits over single mode fiber. This provides the needed bandwidth among each of the schools and allows for future upgrades to the district wide network as new technologies become available. Internet Connectivity and Services The district has a 50 Mbps fiber optic circuit to the University of Texas Health Center in Tyler and there shares a 400 Mbps connection with the SUPERNet Consortium to Suddenlink, the district s current internet service provider. Servers The technology department currently operates and maintains an environment that contains both physical and virtual servers. Each campus as well as the administration building has a Microsoft Windows server to provide file services, print services, automatic software installations and updates, and desktop management. The district maintains a Microsoft Windows server that provides the Skyward school administration system and a server for the special education department that runs their Special Ed Manager system. In addition, the district hosts its own web site as well as a variety of applications to benefit all stakeholders. Computers The district has standardized on the purchase of Dell branded computers and has set minimum requirements for these servers. These minimum requirements are reviewed continually by technology department staff. Training The district employs staff members who are to deliver technology related professional development. This staff development will be focused on improving instruction, learning, and productivity. Campus technology specialists are responsible for enhancing the daily instruction of the campus teachers. Training is also provided for the technology department through various sources from outside the district. Technology Needs: The district s technology committee has identified the following needs to address over the next three years: continued professional development for instructional staff in technology integration

7 techniques, specifically in developing integrated web based lessons which include online STAAR based content, resources, learning activities, and interactive communications that support learning objectives throughout the curriculum professional development for instructional leaders in the use of technology for informing instructional needs and impacting student success increased access of technology resources for community members increased opportunities for students to accelerate or supplement instructional goals through the use of technology and online learning equitable access to technology tools for teachers and learners in all grades, such as interactive whiteboards, digital projectors, document cameras, wireless tablets, and a notebook computer for each teacher research and possibly implement options for a BYOD program to meet the 21 st Century Students learning goals. research and possibly implement options for desktop and mobile device virtualization to minimize the ongoing costs of maintenance and hardware replacement evaluate and increase wireless access throughout the district to meet the demands of a BYOD program and to have universal access throughout the district GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND STRATEGIES Goal 1: 100% of students and teachers will utilize multiple technology resources to support research based instructional strategies to improve student learning and meet diverse learning needs. Objective 1.1: 95% of students will attain grade appropriate mastery of technology applications as integrated within the basic instructional program. Budget for this objective: $15, LRPT Category: Teaching and Learning E Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: a 07 Strategy 1.1.1: 60% of teachers will develop and utilize online lessons that integrate

8 instructional standards and technology applications. Person(s) Responsible: Principals Teachers Evidence: lesson plans reports generated from online lessons LRPT Correlates: LAS15, TL05, TL06, TL09, TL13 Strategy 1.1.2: All teachers will utilize online lessons and other technology assisted methods to deliver instructional material while requiring the use of technology skills which address grade appropriate technology application requirements. Person(s) Responsible: Principals Evidence: lesson plans online lessons Reports generated from online lessons LRPT Correlates: TL01, TL06 Strategy 1.1.3: All teachers will develop instructional strategies that integrate the use of online resources and promote their discerning and ethical use.

9 Person(s) Responsible: campus principals Evidence: lesson plans LRPT Correlates: I02, I09, TL05, TL06 Objective 1.2: All instructional staff will use strategies supported by technology that address and track student progress toward mastery of state learning standards. Budget for this objective: $15, LRPT Category: Teaching and Learning E Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 11 Strategy 1.2.1: All teachers will utilize online lessons and a variety of technologies that use interdisciplinary problem solving and higher order thinking strategies to improve academic achievement. Person(s) Responsible: principals Evidence: Online lessons lesson plans Easiteach lessons and results Classroom Performance System results LRPT Correlates: TL06, TL09 Strategy 1.2.2: All kindergarten teachers will utilize technology to administer Dibels testing and provide enhanced reporting of results.

10 throughout the year. Person(s) Responsible: Kindergarten principals, Campus Technology Specialist Evidence: electronically generated reports LRPT Correlates: TL04, TL07, TL09 Strategy 1.2.3: All K 2 teachers will develop and deliver reading strategies based on formulated results from Dibels reports. Person(s) Responsible: principals, grade level chairs Evidence: electronically generated reports, lesson plans LRPT Correlates: TL04, TL07, TL09 Strategy 1.2.4: Technology staff will assist teachers with developing online resources, with utilizing technologies to track benchmarks aimed at assessing mastery of instructional standards, and with providing interventions as informed. Person(s) Responsible: principals Evidence: online lessons, student standards reports, lesson plans, campus STaR chart

11 data, teacher web site LRPT Correlates: I03, LAS08, TL03, TL06, TL16 Strategy 1.2.5: All teachers will utilize online lessons and other technology based strategies which promote collaboration, inquiry, and analysis among students within the same classroom and school and across school district boundaries. Person(s) Responsible: Principals classroom observation Evidence: Online lessons lesson plans logs LRPT Correlates: TL06, TL07, TL08, TL11 Strategy 1.2.6: All teachers will assist technology leaders in the assessment and reporting of the extent to which students meet technology proficiencies and the district supports these efforts through STaR chart campus submission. Person(s) Responsible: technology task force, principals Evidence: student technology usage forms STaR chart LRPT Correlates: LAS03, TL05

12 Strategy 1.2.7: Ensure that school libraries have the latest technologies and online resources for student research and curriculum integration. Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Librarians Evidence: Equipment Inventory LRPT Correlates: TL10 Objective 1.3: All secondary students will have expanded curricular opportunities through the use of innovative strategies for delivery of specialized or rigorous courses not otherwise available. All students will have access to additional learning experiences through distance learning. Budget for this objective: $63, LRPT Category: Teaching and Learning E Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: 08 Strategy 1.3.1: All secondary students will have the opportunity to supplement their course offerings through SUPERNet's Virtual High School, the Texas Virtual School Network, and dual credit college courses. Person(s) Responsible: Secondary Counselors, technology director, curriculum director

13 Evidence: Virtual High web page, enrollment data LRPT Correlates: LAS15, TL08, TL12, TL13, TL14 Strategy 1.3.2: All upper division high school students will be provided the opportunity to participate in NETNet higher education courses and technology application courses offered through distance and online learning technologies. Person(s) Responsible: Secondary counselors technology director curriculum director Evidence: NETNET course catalog and web page Virtual High School Registration and completion records NETNet/SUPERNet partnership Plans are made to particpate in the statewide telecommunications network (LONESTAR) with SUPERNet/NETNet Consortia. LRPT Correlates: I06, TL02, TL08, TL12, TL13, TL14 Strategy 1.3.3: All students will be provided with opportunities for distance learning experiences which involve access to experts. Person(s) Responsible: principals, technology director, curriculum director Evidence: lesson plans, enrollment records LRPT Correlates: TL09, TL12

14 Goal 2: 100% of instructional staff will receive ongoing professional development based on needs informed through multiple assessments. Objective 2.1: Multiple assessment methods will be utilized to inform professional development needs. Budget for this objective: $0.00 LRPT Category: Educator Preparation and Development E Rate Correlates: ER01 ER02 NCLB Correlates: a 04b 07 Strategy 2.1.1: All teachers, administrators, and library personnel will complete technology self assessments to inform professional development decisions. Person(s) Responsible: technology director administrators Evidence: technology survey results STaR Chart LRPT Correlates: EP05 Strategy 2.1.2: 100% of administrators will be provided training in identifying staff technology integration strengths and weaknesses and strategies for intervening.

15 Person(s) Responsible: Instructional Technologist Curriculum Director Technology Director Superintendent Evidence: professional development sign in sheets Training Agenda LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP05 Strategy 2.1.3: 98% of teachers will utilize online hosted SBEC standards products demonstrating the instructional mastery of the standards. Person(s) Responsible: Instructional Technologist Technology Director Evidence: Online reports Teacher appraisal Assessment results LRPT Correlates: EP04, EP05, LAS06, LAS12 Strategy 2.1.4: 100% of staff will integrate technology planning into all classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans. Person(s) Responsible: technology task force, tech director, librarians, campus principals Evidence: lesson plans, technology task force reports, STaR charts, campus plans LRPT Correlates: LAS01

16 Strategy 2.1.5: All stakeholders will provide evaluation and feedback of technology integration and other professional development opportunities. Person(s) Responsible: technology director, technology task force, Superintendent, Instructional Coach/Mentor Evidence: evaluation forms LRPT Correlates: EP09 Strategy 2.1.6: Provide professional development for Technology Applications courses as identified in Technology Applications Educator Standards VI XI Status: Planned Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Campus Technology Specialists Campus Principal Teachers Evidence: Online reports Staff Tools Workshop Completion Participation in State conferences LRPT Correlates: EP02 Strategy 2.1.7: Encourage and provide training to meet the requirements of the Master Technology Teacher Program.

17 Status: Planned Person(s) Responsible: Campus Principals Campus Technology Specialists Technology Director Teachers Evidence: Training Certificates LRPT Correlates: EP07 Objective 2.2: 100% of instructional staff will be provided with ongoing training and support for the integration of technology into instructional strategies. Budget for this objective: $15, LRPT Category: Educator Preparation and Development E Rate Correlates: ER01 ER02 NCLB Correlates: a 04b 07 Strategy 2.2.1: Provide ongoing support for teachers, librarians, and administrators in the utilization of instructional strategies which integrate technology. Person(s) Responsible: campus principals Campus Technology Specialists Instructional Technologist Evidence: lesson plans STaR charts Sign in sheets Training Agenda LRPT Correlates: LAS03, LAS10

18 Strategy 2.2.2: Provide training through online technologies to exchange information and instructional strategies across district boundaries. Person(s) Responsible: campus principals Technology Director Campus Technology Specialists Evidence: lesson plans, Online lessons and data bank, TCEA conference registration LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP06, EP08 Strategy 2.2.3: All instructional staff will utilize online technology tools to assist in vertically aligning technology applications. Person(s) Responsible: Campus Principals Instructional Technologist Evidence: Lesson plans online reports LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08 Goal 3: 100% of community stakeholders will be provided opportunities for increased access to technology and school based information to promote

19 parental and community involvement in planning and learning. Objective 3.1: 100% of stakeholders will have the opportunity to contribute to planning for technology which encourages community participation. Budget for this objective: $0.00 LRPT Category: Leadership, Administration and Support E Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: Strategy 3.1.1: Identify and communicate best practices in technology education to community members through board reports, formal presentations, and parent workshops in accordance with No Child Left Behind. Person(s) Responsible: technology director, superintendent, curriculum coordinator Evidence: board reports, formal presentations, and parent workshops, district web page LRPT Correlates: LAS05, LAS13, TL13 Strategy 3.1.2: A technology planning committee will be formed to help evaluate the district technology plan. The committee will consist of community members, parents, and school personnel. Timeline: Spring

20 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Principals Evidence: Sign in sheets Technology Plan LRPT Correlates: LAS01, LAS02, LAS07, LAS09 Strategy 3.1.3: Ensure that a viable technology plan is written and submitted for approval prior to applying for the federal E rate discounts program Timeline: Fall Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Evidence: Submitted Tech Plan through the Eplan system TEA approved plan LRPT Correlates: LAS04 Objective 3.2: Provide access to technology resources for community stakeholders and staff. Budget for this objective: $450, LRPT Category: Leadership, Administration and Support E Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: Strategy 3.2.1: Design and communicate policies regarding access to technology resources through participation of community members and other stakeholders on the tech task force.

21 Timeline: Annually Person(s) Responsible: Superintendent Technology Director Campus Principals Teachers Evidence: posting of policies and procedures in multiple formats and locations LRPT Correlates: LAS09 Strategy 3.2.2: Expand community access to school information through technology. Person(s) Responsible: Web Master Deputy Superintendent Campus Principals Evidence: district web page LRPT Correlates: I08, LAS11 Strategy 3.2.3: Establish policies to encourage expanded use of school facilities including libraries. Person(s) Responsible: technology task force, librarians Evidence: policy publications LRPT Correlates: I05, TL10, TL11

22 Strategy 3.2.4: Provide opportunities through distance learning resources for community members to receive access to additional educational opportunities. Person(s) Responsible: Campus Personnel Evidence: web postings of educational opportunities open to the public, sign in sheets LRPT Correlates: Strategy 3.2.5: The district web page will provide a source of updated information to community members on available Adult Literacy and Adult Education programs such as those which lead to a GED. Person(s) Responsible: technology director, webmaster Evidence: web page LRPT Correlates: (Move to Goal 4) Strategy 3.2.6: 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.

23 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Network Manager Evidence: Disaster Recovery Plan Offsite backup LRPT Correlates: LAS14 Goal 4: District technology infrastructure will be evaluated, updated, and maintained on a scheduled yearly basis for maximum instructional and informational support. Objective 4.1: Provide and maintain equitable access of high quality technology resources for all stakeholders. Budget for this objective: $196, LRPT Category: Infrastructure for Technology E Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates: Strategy 4.1.1: Maximize resources and minimize cost through participation in SUPERNet Consortium shared services arrangement. Person(s) Responsible: Superintendent, technology director, business manager, board president

24 Evidence: financial documents, SUPERNet Interlocal agreement LRPT Correlates: LAS01, LAS02, LAS03, LAS06 Strategy 4.1.2: Maintain tech equipment targets for professional educators to workstation ratio of 1:1 Person(s) Responsible: technology director Evidence: hardware inventories LRPT Correlates: I04 Strategy 4.1.3: Maintain tech equipment targets for student to workstation ratio of 4:1 Person(s) Responsible: technology director Evidence: hardware inventories LRPT Correlates: I04, I05 Strategy 4.1.4: Provide access to appropriately configured technology for all students and staff, including those with disabilities, in libraries, school offices, and other work areas.

25 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Special Education Special Programs Personnel Campus Technology Specialists Evidence: adaptive technology request forms and inventory, technology work orders LRPT Correlates: I05 Strategy 4.1.5: Maintain high speed internet access for students and staff. Person(s) Responsible: Director of Technology Director of Finance Network Manager Evidence: network performance data, financials, contracts LRPT Correlates: I01 Strategy 4.1.6: Create and maintain a technology replacement plan to recycle or replace obsolete equipment. Person(s) Responsible: Technology Task Force District Technology Specialists Evidence: replacement cycle document inventory records Audit software

26 LRPT Correlates: I07 Strategy 4.1.7: Provide and maintain an infrastructure and system for communication with parents and communities. Person(s) Responsible: Superintendent Technology Director Network Manager Evidence: district web page, district LRPT Correlates: I08, LAS11 Strategy 4.1.8: Maintain client centered district technical assistance and support through web based, phone, and access to district level technology support staff and ready access to campus level technology personnel. Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Campus Technology Specialists Evidence: Online Workorder Reports LRPT Correlates: I07 Strategy 4.1.9: Provide on demand access to the best available technologies for students and staff such as wireless access for "bring your own device".

27 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Campus Technology Specialists Evidence: teacher technology request forms, POs and inventories LRPT Correlates: I01 Strategy : Support a district wide voice over IP system to increase communication capabilities to enhance teacher, parent, and student safety and provide open lines for communication. Person(s) Responsible: Technology Director Technology Staff Director of Operations Evidence: Evaluation of proposals Purchase Orders Installation and Reports LRPT Correlates: I01, I05, I07, I08, LAS01, TL15 (Move to Goal 3) Objective 4.2: Provide opportunities for 100% of interested stakeholders to contribute to technology planning. Budget for this objective: $0.00 LRPT Category: Infrastructure for Technology E Rate Correlates: ER01 NCLB Correlates:

28 Strategy 4.2.1: Build communities of support through collaborative planning and public information via the district website and technology task force. Person(s) Responsible: technology director, Superintendent Evidence: district website, technology task force meeting minutes and agendas LRPT Correlates: LAS09 Strategy 4.2.2: Utilize performance data to make informed planning decisions. Person(s) Responsible: Superintendent, Technology Director, Technology Task Force Evidence: STaR charts, technology surveys, task force priorities, student performance data LRPT Correlates: LAS01 BUDGET Total amount of Title II, Part D formula funds received for the current year of this plan: $0.00 Method of application for formula funds: Local Application

29 Budget for year 2012 Budget Item Cost Funding sources with amount per source Staff Development $10, Local funds: $10, Telecommunications & Internet Access $24, Local funds: $24, Materials & Supplies $56, Local funds: $56, Equipment $200, Local funds: $50,000 IMA funds: $150,000 Maintenance $5, Local funds: $5,000 Miscellaneous expenses $5, Local funds: $5,000 Total $301, Budget for year 2013 Budget Item Cost Funding sources with amount per source Staff Development $10, Local funds: $10, Telecommunications & Internet Access $24, Local funds: $24, Materials & Supplies $56, Local funds: $56, Equipment $200, Local funds: $50,000 IMA funds: $150,000 Maintenance $5, Local funds: $5,000 Miscellaneous expenses $5, Local funds: $5,000 Total $301,500.00

30 Budget for year 2014 Budget Item Cost Funding sources with amount per source Staff Development $10, Local funds: $10, Telecommunications & Internet Access $24, Local funds: $24, Materials & Supplies $56, Local funds: $56, Equipment $200, Local funds: $50,000 IMA funds: $150,000 Maintenance $5, Local funds: $5,000 Miscellaneous expenses $5, Local funds: $5,000 Total $301, Evaluation Evaluation Process The district will use the following quantitative and qualitative measures to evaluate and update the plan twice each year through the technology committee. Quantitative number of teachers trained in current technology integration methods number of days per week teachers include the integration of technology into their teaching and into the students learning per teacher lesson plans variety of technology implementation methods utilized for teaching per teacher lesson plans number of principals trained in data driven decision making number of principals utilizing technology to collaborate with their teachers and with other administrators Qualitative student work that demonstrates understanding of subject matter as well as the mastery of target technology proficiencies

31 assessment and reporting of student technology proficiencies teacher journals, logs, and sign in sheets from periodic technology trainings as well as team meetings revision of campus and district plans to include technology planning exchange of information and instructional strategies across district boundaries training of parent leadership teams to encourage parental involvement maintenance of high speed internet access for students and staff Evaluation Method Quantitative Measures number of lessons integrating technology Dibels reports AEIS IT reports Technology committee meeting minutes STaR Chart results SUPERNet Virtual High School enrollment Grades and performance of students in virtual courses Campus improvement plans District improvement plan HISD web site Report cards and attendance reports E mail communications between schools Number of shared documents in Google Apps system Library Usage Plan Statistics reports District work order reports (Eduphoria! HelpDesk) PDAS reports (Eduphoria! PDAS) Parent Involvement Cadre attendance reports and correspondence District communication plan Records of participation in SUPERNet Consortium shared services arrangement Technology inventory reports and replacement plan IEP reports Records showing administrators attendance at technology related workshops Records showing teachers attendance at technology related workshops and training Records showing community members attendance at technology related training Student portfolios with evidence of

32 Qualitative Measures: Increase in frequency of opportunities for higher level thinking in lesson plans Student evaluation at conclusion of virtual high school course Parent evaluation at conclusion of virtual high school course Student surveys of post graduation plans Teacher observations of student interest in technology Teacher feedback concerning ongoing technical support Teacher self assessment surveys regarding technology proficiencies Teacher and administrator evaluation of technology integration and professional development opportunities Technical assistance and support needs surveys Increase in opportunities for higher level thinking demonstrated in both teacher and student actions as evidenced in PDAS reports generated during appraisals by campus principals Network utilization reports