Mount Olive Township Public Schools Children are our first priority. VISION FOR THE 21 ST CENTURY.

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1 Mount Olive Township Public Schools Children are our first priority. VISION FOR THE 21 ST CENTURY. Comprehensive Plan

2 Table of Contents Page I. Stakeholders 3 II. Inventory 4 III. Needs Assessment 6 IV. Three-Year Goals 7 V. Three Year Implementation and Strategies 7 VI. Professional Development Strategies 9 VII. Evaluation Plan 11 VIII. Funding Plan 12 Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 2 Plan

3 Stakeholder Table I. Stakeholders Stakeholder Table Title Name Signature Superintendent Larrie Reynolds, Ed.D Principal Coordinator Curriculum Director/Curriculum Committee Member Teacher Special Education Teacher Library Media Specialist Guidance Board Member Parent Student Community Member Robert Allen Jim Neglia Debra J. Martin, Ed.D Steve Leonard Shirley Chamberlin Rebecca Bushby Dustin Bayer Tim Halbur Cristal Seifert Amy DiGerolamo Kathy Steinert Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 3 Plan

4 II. Inventory The technology inventory table below outlines infrastructure, networking capacity, and maintenance and support structure necessary to provide a comprehensive technology hardware environment. The technology inventory supports software application and appropriate filtering to enable students to have access to approved curricular programs and assessments. Upgrade of the district s telecommunications system will enable efficient communication across the schools. The table addresses replacing older equipment, increasing network capacity and providing technical support to ensure access to all members of the educational community. Inventory Table The table below describes Mount Olive Township Public School technology inventory needed to improve student academic achievement. Three-Year Educational Plan Inventory Table Area of Need Equipment including assistive technologies funded year Replace equipment older than 5 years. Purchase equipment to allow 10 percent of students to be assessed simultaneously. funded year Replace equipment older than 5 years. Purchase assistive technology devices as determined by individual student needs. funded year Replace equipment older than 5 years. Purchase assistive technology devices as determined by individual student needs. Purchase assistive technology devices as determined by individual student needs. Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 4 Plan

5 Area of Need Networking Capacity funded year Increase District Bandwidth to 500 Mbs. funded year Review current Bandwidth needs and requirements. funded year Review current Bandwidth needs and requirements. Filtering Method Upgrade District Core switch to 10 Gb Back Plane Increase storage capacity in Datacenter Continue to purchase wireless a/b/g/n series access points to support demands. Continue to maintain annual contracts for the district internet filtering appliance. Replace end of life switches with POE switches at the High School Phase 1. Purchase additional District Core switch. Increase storage capacity in Datacenter. Continue to purchase wireless a/b/g/n/ac series access points to support demands. Review the effectiveness of these filtering solutions to determine continued use within the district. Replace end of life switches with POE switches at the High School Phase 2. Purchase additional UCS servers to support student needs. Increase storage capacity in Datacenter. Continue to purchase wireless a/b/g/n/ac series access points to support demands. Review the effectiveness of these filtering solutions to determine continued use within the district. Software used for curricular support and filtering Technical Support and maintenance Annually review and update internal procedures to ensure district compliance with the Children s Internet Protection Act. ( CIPA ) Maintain online assessment software applications: Compass Learning, Mindplay, SRI An in-house Department provides the daily voice and data support needed as well as the installation, implementation and support of new technologies. Continue to maintain relationships with consultants and vendors who provide additional technology support as needed. Review current software applications to determine assessment needs. An in-house Department provides the daily voice and data support needed as well as the installation, implementation and support of new technologies. Continue to maintain relationships with consultants and vendors who provide additional technology support as needed. Review current software applications to determine assessment needs. Use assessments to evaluate the impact of curriculum changes in the classroom. An in-house Department provides the daily voice and data support needed as well as the installation, implementation and support of new technologies. Continue to maintain relationships with consultants and vendors who provide additional technology support as needed. Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 5 Plan

6 Area of Need Telecommunications equipment and services funded year The district owns its own Fujitsu telephone (PBX) and voic systems. The district maintains a service and support contract. funded year Phase 2 - Purchase VOIP equipment and upgrade network infrastructure as needed. funded year Phase 3 - Purchase additional VOIP equipment and upgrade network infrastructure as needed. Other Services: Continue to maintain Fujitsu telephone and voic equipment while planning for VOIP. Provision electrical services to support district data center. Purchase modular furniture to support testing environment. III. Needs Assessment In order to be technology compliant for the administration of the PARCC assessments targeted to be administered in the school year, the district identified upgrades needed for network capacity, hardware, and software necessary for optimal student achievement. Analysis of our technology, review of our inventory, and surveying administration and staff via our PLC s (Professional Learning Communities) indicated upgrades necessary in the following areas: Network Capacity: Increasing internet bandwidth from 300 mbps to 500 mbps. Upgrading the Private Fiber Network Links (PFN) between buildings from 1gig to 10 gig. Adding wireless N-series access points in all instructional areas. Hardware Upgrades: Purchasing laptops and tablets for a 2:1 student to device ratio. Software Application aligned with the curriculum: Purchasing and assessment software to include Mindplay, SRI, Compass Learning, EduTyping, RazKids, Brain Pop, Study Island, Discovery Education and STAM. Parent Communication Tools: Revamping the district website Expanding Powerschool access to parents of students in elementary grades Upgrade to Powerschool Announcer at middle and high school levels Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 6 Plan

7 IV. Three-Year Goals Goals for Goal 1: Learning Through By June 2016, continue to expand a district-wide culture that uses technology to promote the achievement of the Common Core State Standards in ELA and Math, the NJCCS, 21 st century skills, and student academic achievement through local and global learning experiences. Common Core content based software will be used to personalize instruction in the areas of academic need. Software programs will be deployed during the school day and after-school thru school sponsored tutoring sessions, teacher assigned homework, or student initiated research. Students will use technology equipment and software to produce written reports, spreadsheets and databases to reinforce and demonstrate learning. District equipment and software will be used for students and faculty to conduct global interactive investigations and for students to take online assessments in order to demonstrate their competence with standard based content. Goal 2: Professional Development By June 2016, professional development opportunities in technology will continue for all members of the educational community. These opportunities will be designed to support the successful integration of the curricular standards and 21 st Century Skills to enhance student academic achievement. Goal 3: Equipment and Networking Capacity Provide technology equipment, software, and networking capacity to promote and support student academic achievement for the 21 st Century. V. Three-Year Implementation and Strategies The goals, objectives and activities identified below support the District s vision and mission statement as well as the New Jersey Education Goals. Three-Year Implementation Activity Table District Goal and Objective Strategy/Activity Timeline Person Responsible Documentation Goal 1: Learning Through Common Assessment and usage reports Increase use of online assessment tools and applications to further enhance learning. Purchase web-based assessment tools that assist teachers with curriculum, instruction, and assessment. 7/13-6/16 C & I Supervisors, Principals, Instructional Supervisors, Instructional Staff, Department Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 7 Plan

8 District Goal and Objective Goal 1: Learning Through Goal 1: Learning Through Goal 1: Learning Through Goal 1: Learning Through Goal 2: Professional Development Goal 2: Professional Development Strategy/Activity Timeline Person Responsible Documentation Track student demographic data and continue to utilize NJSMART and our student information database to track student achievement. Continue to implement electronic programs such as Mindplay, Compass Learning, Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) and Study Island, RAZ Kids, STAM, Discovery Education, Rosetta Stone. Continue to purchase assisted technology software such as Special Ed apps and software subscriptions. Purchase appropriate audiovisual materials to meet a diversity of needs. Investigate the implementation of a web-based lesson plan program aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Purchase appropriate grade level typing programs to prepare students for the PARCC assessments commencing school year. Create an interactive/collaborative website. Expand the district website to include academic and parent resources. Conduct a district needs assessment to identify professional development needs for technology infusion aligned with 21 st Century Skills. Conduct district and school based professional development in accordance with identified needs. 7/13-6/16 C & I Supervisors, Principals, Instructional Staff, Department 7/13-6/16 C & I Supervisors, Principals, Instructional Staff, Department 7/13-6/16 C & I Supervisors, Principals, Instructional Staff, Department, Director of Special Services 7/13-6/16 C & I Supervisors, Principals, Instructional Staff, Department 7/13-6/16 Outside Vendor, Webmasters 7/13-6/16 LPDC (Local Professional Development Committee), SPDC (School Professional Development Committee), C& I Supervisors Student data and assessments reports. Student, class and building data reports. Individualized student data and instructional technology pathways aligned with student IEPs Evaluation of teacher planning and instruction. Individualized student typing reports. Monitor educational and district community usage Survey results of needs assessment District workshop announcements My Learning Plan Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 8 Plan

9 District Goal and Objective Goal 2: Professional Development Goal 3: Equipment and Networking Capacity Strategy/Activity Timeline Person Responsible Documentation Conduct workshops for instructional, administrative and support staff that align with the CCSS, NJCCCS, and 21 st Century Skills. Upgrade telecommunications system from current PBX to VOIP (Voice over IP) 7/13-6/16 C&I Supervisors, Instructional Staff, Principals, Department 7/13-6/16 Department, Vendors, Principals My Learning Plan Unit Lesson Plans Classroom Observations Effective usage of system resources Goal 3: Equipment and Networking Capacity Goal 3: Equipment and Networking Capacity Goal 3: Equipment and Networking Capacity Expand the purchase and use of wireless technologies for all classrooms. Upgrade internet speed for all district sites. Expand storage solutions for student and teacher data. Continue to maintain computer labs, classroom computers, laptops and tablets to ensure access to technology for all students. 7/13-6/16 Department, Vendors, Principals 7/13-6/16 Department, vendors 7/13-6/16 Department Effective usage of system resources District staff and student usage District technology inventory Online work order system Help desk center VI. Professional Development Strategies The following professional development strategies ensure that Mount Olive Township Public School district staff (teachers, administrators, and school library media personnel) use the technologies described in the plan to improve education and to support the identified needs: a. The Mount Olive Township Public School District recognizes that technology is a fundamental tool in achieving the CCSS, NJCCCS, 21 st century skills, and the district s educational goals. is a necessary tool that educators naturally integrate into their instructional pedagogy in order to provide effective, personalized learning for all students. Tablets and the Stronge Teacher Evaluation software will be utilized by all district administrators in implementing to the new state required evaluation process for all staff. Educational staff attends professional development experiences that enhance data informed decision making regarding student achievement, teaching and learning such as SRI assessments. Trainings on use of new hardware such as SMART boards, tablets, and STAM equipment and new software such as Mindplay, Compass Learning, and technology components aligned with new textbook adoptions are Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 9 Plan

10 conducted during district in-service days, at faculty meetings, during PLCs, and at specified technology training sessions throughout the school year. Educators also participate in webinars, vendor provided professional development workshops, local and national conferences and seminars. District media specialists use Destiny in their libraries, provide typing programs for students to prepare them for the on-line PARCC assessments in Successful implementation of district technology initiatives are facilitated by knowledgeable technical support staff, building-based technology liaisons and committee representatives, educational media specialists and tech-savvy classroom teachers. Mount Olive provides staff with various models for professional development. Considerable financial resources are allocated to support staff development days, professional learning communities, summer workshops, webinars, in-service opportunities, after school workshops, and attendance at conferences and seminars. In addition, Mount Olive maintains a plan which pays tuition for courses taken by teachers and administrators at an approved institution. The district also contracts with outside consultants who provide specialized training in technology. b. The technology support staff receives training on new products and services in a variety of ways. When new network hardware or software is installed, the Support staff attends indistrict and out-of-district classes. Classes and seminars are attended by the appropriate technical personnel who will be responsible for supporting a district purchased product. In addition, all Technical Support personnel are Dell certified in order to repair computers, laptops, and servers. Annually technical support personnel attend training to maintain and update certifications in Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, Comp TIA, Fujitsu, Schoolwires, and Powerschool. Interactive whiteboard training will also be targeted in order for technicians to support and maintain equipment. c. The Department of Special Services provides training sessions, annually, to child study team members and teachers on new assistive technologies that support student learning. As specific needs arise, Child Study Team members and teachers are provided professional development on the particular student s assistive technology needs. District examples of assistive technology that have been provided include specialized keyboards, laptops, IPods, Nintendo Wii, DVD players, speech to text software, ZoomText, Boardmaker, Kurzweil, Write Out Loud, Co-Writer and communication devices. In addition, appropriate professional development is provided to classroom teachers, Child Study Team members, and specialists and is coordinated with the purchase of such equipment to ensure proper introduction and implementation. Professional development activities that will continue to support identified needs through 2016, include, but are not limited to the following: The district will continue to offer technology training sessions for all teachers and staff members in Mount Olive that addresses 21 st century skills for students and staff. Teachers and administrators will continue to be reimbursed for selected technology professional days that have administrative approval and are covered by contract language. School based PLCs may freely select technology and/or 21 st century skills as their topics for the year. Three staff development days are currently provided and address current technology infused trainings. Turn-key teachers will continue to provide colleagues with the training necessary to maximize technology integrated lesson design such as implementing the flipped classroom or maximizing BYOT. Training will be provided for all teachers using assistive technology in their classrooms. Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 10 Plan

11 The district will utilize the Instructional Supervisors and turn-key teachers to work with students and staff in expanding the integration of technology in all subject areas and at all grade levels VII. Evaluation Plan Evaluation Plan Table Educational Plan Evaluation Narrative Describe the process to regularly evaluate how... a. Telecommunication services, hardware, software and other services are improving education. b. Effective integration of technology is enabling students to meet challenging state academic standards. c. The LEA is meeting the identified goals in the educational technology plan. District and building administrators, technology liaisons and media specialists review the district technology plan goals and implementation activities for rollout at respective sites. Monthly building meetings are conducted in order to highlight usage of new hardware and software to infuse into daily classroom instruction. District in-service days, faculty meetings, and targeted PLC sessions enable staff to receive hands on trainings to integrate technology and 21 st Century digital components into their curriculum. days are conducted weekly at each site to ensure students usage of personalized, individualized software programs. For example, 2 nd grade students use Samsung tablets to access their individualized learning pathway on Mindplay in order to improve their reading skills. District administrators observe and evaluate teachers implementing technology infused lessons annually. Instructional software applications such as Compass Learning, Mindplay, Rosetta Stone, STAM, SMART Notebook Math Tools, Geo-sketch pad, RAZ Kids, Study Island, Brain POP and Renzulli Learning provide students the opportunity to learn skills and concepts on an individualized pathway. Data obtained from the programs listed above are analyzed by grade level teams and content area teachers in PLCs in order to modify and adjust instruction. based assessments such as SRI provide students online assessment experience and practice aligned with NJCCCS and CCSS. Instructional use of technology by teachers and students will be assessed through classroom observations, lesson planning, participation in district provided technology workshops and student achievement measured by both formal and informal assessments. Revisions to the plan are made as the demographic, academic and fiscal needs of the district change. Mount Olive Township Schools will continue to consult national and state technology plans and benchmarks to identify technology proficiencies administrators, teachers, and students. The goal of the Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 11 Plan

12 district s technology plan is to prepare our students with the necessary 21 st Century Skills and Competencies to be global digital citizens. VIII. Funding Plan Funding Plan Table ITEM Digital curricula Print media needed to achieve goals Equipment Network Capacity Filtering Three-Year Educational Plan Anticipated Funding Table (First Year) DESCRIPTION OF ITEM TO BE PURCHASED Tablets, FM Systems, Voice recognition software, adaptive keyboards. Network printers, maintenance and supplies of all network printers Laptops, Desktops, Tablets, Interactive Whiteboards, headphones, part and supplies, mobile carts Wireless access points, switches, network access control appliance, mobile device management solution Student information database, data center storage array, backup, disaster and recovery CIPA compliant appliance, web content filter FEDERAL FUNDING STATE FUNDING LOCAL FUNDING $65,000 $46,630 $296,500 $295,000 $46,000 $20,000 MISC. (e.g. Donations, Grants) Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 12 Plan

13 ITEM Software Maintenance Upgrades Policy and Plans Other services DESCRIPTION OF ITEM TO BE PURCHASED Microsoft Office Suite, Classlink, Study Island, Discovery Education, Naviance, Rosetta Stone, Adobe creative suite, Mindplay, Compass Learning, SRI, Destiny, MyLearningPlan, OASYS/Stronge Evaluation Bundle Network vendor support, student information database support, Internet bandwidth, site to site private fiber network circuits Acceptable Use and BYOT policies, Capturepoint database Support of power center, noninstructional licensing, phone tracking system, off site web hosting FEDERAL FUNDING STATE FUNDING LOCAL FUNDING $210,700 $105,600 $86,000 $129,000 $3,000 $109,300 MISC. (e.g. Donations, Grants) Further Explanation: Mount Olive Township Public Schools Page 13 Plan