PUTNAM County Technology Plan
2004-2007
OPTIMAL
Online Planning - Technology Integration Measures for Achievement and Learning
Last revised on January 11, 2005
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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 (http://wv.ontargetus.com/). 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.
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Technology Team Contact Information
Name: Mary Beckelhimer
Title: Director of Technology
Email: mbeckelh@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-0500 Ext: 162
Name: Dale Slack
Title: Computer Curriculum Specialist
Email: dslack@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-0500 Ext: 163
Name: Dawn Gessel
Title: Coordinator of Information Services
Email: dgessel@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-0500 Ext: 155
Name: Jack Welton
Title: Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum
Email: nwelton@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-0500 Ext: 149
Name: Pat Homberg
Title: Director of Exceptional Education
Email: phomberg@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-0500 Ext: 111
Name: Carol Bauer
Title: Putnam Career & Technical Center Counselor
Email: cbauer@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-3494 Ext: 208
Name: Richard Grim
Title: Buffalo High School Principal
Email: rgrim@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-937-2661 Ext: 11
Name: Beth Pitzer
Title: Scott Teays Elementary Principal
Email: bpitzer@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-757-7279 Ext: 204
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Name: Tom Tull
Title: George Washington Middle School Principal
Email: ttull@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-2875 Ext: 201
Name: Joyce Swanson
Title: Hurricane High School Principal
Email: jvessey@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-562-9851 Ext: 204
Name: Bruce Faulkner
Title: West Teays Elementary School Principal
Email: bfaulkne@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-757-6711 Ext: 12
Name: Major Simms
Title: Diagnostician
Email: mwsimms@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-0500 Ext: 164
Name: Sarah Parkins
Title: Poca Middle School Teacher
Email: sjparkin@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-755-7343
Name: Katie McDilda
Title: Winfield Middle School Teacher
Email: kmcdilda@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-3072 Ext: 627
Name: Gloria Adkins
Title: George Washington Middle School Librarian
Email: gjadkins@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-2875 Ext: 206
Name: Mel Reed
Title: Winfield High School Teacher
Email: mcreed@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-3279 Ext: 252
Name: Kim Sigman
Title: Buffalo High School Librarian
Email: ksigman@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-937-2661
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Name: Rachel Hull
Title: Buffalo Elementary School Teacher
Email: rjhull@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-937-2654 Ext: 608
Name: Jeanette Mobley
Title: Confidence Elementary School Teacher
Email: jmobley@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-586-2041 Ext: 604
Name: Liz Runion
Title: Rock Branch Elementary Teacher
Email: erunion@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-755-1443 Ext: 606
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County Mission and Vision Statements
County Vision:
The mission of Putnam County Schools, working with parents and community, is to establish a system
characterized by cooperation and innovation, in which the adopted curriculum is taught by all teachers
and mastered by all students. Furthermore, the staff accepts the responsibility to foster students’
unique abilities and to develop students’ accountability for personal good health, positive attitudes, and
responsible behavior.
County Mission:
The mission of Putnam County Schools, working with parents and community, is to establish a system
characterized by cooperation and innovation, in which the adopted curriculum is taught by all teachers
and mastered by all students. Furthermore, the staff accepts the responsibility to foster students’
unique abilities and to develop students’ accountability for personal good health, positive attitudes, and
responsible behavior.
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Needs Assessment
Analysis of Assessment Data
While the results of the WESTEST yielded positive results for student achievement, they also indicated
a need to improve overall student achievement K-12. Based on disaggregated student achievement
data, particular emphasis needs to be placed on meeting the needs of low SES students and students
with disabilities. Of particular concern is the overall performance of students in the area of writing as
evidenced the West Virginia Writing Assessment data as well as student performance on WESTEST
items that require a constructed response.
Sixteen (16) of twenty-one (21) school met AYP as defined by NCLB. Two elementary schools failed to
meet AYP due to low reading scores for students with disabilities, and three middle schools failed to
meet AYP due to low reading and math scores for students with disabilities. While the average scores
of Putnam County students with disabilities were much higher than the state average, they were lower
than the scores of the overall students. In reading, the scores of Putnam County disabled students were
18-30 points above the state average but 13-21 points below the county average. In mathematics, the
scores of Putnam County disabled students were 11-20 points above the state average but 11-21 points
below the county average. The largest differences in scores occurred at the middle school level.
The scores of the WV Writing Assessment were tabulated by individual school and by county at the 4th,
7th, and 10th grades to determine average score, percent at or above 2.0, and for comparison with
scores over the past four years. The 4th grade average score, which rose to 2.28 in 2003, dropped to
2.13 in 2004. Seventy-seven (77) percent of 4th grade students scored at or above 2.0. In 7th grade,
the average score remained at 2.21 with 88% of students scoring at or above 2.0. In 10th grade, the
average score rose slightly to 2.51 with 95% of students scoring at or above 2.0.
Analysis of UCIP
To identify the focus of the County Unified Plan, each school plan was analyzed and a county needs
profile written. This profile was submitted to a review committee comprised of all 22 school principals.
By programmatic level, consensus was reached on the top four priorities to be addressed at the county
level. The consensus reached was consistent across all three programmatic levels. The
recommendations made by the principals were further reviewed by central office staff to determine
alignment with mission and goals, financial feasibility, and available staffing. The central office staff
utilized other documents including the county Technology Plan, the WESTEST County Profile, the WV
Report Card for Putnam County, the Vision 20/20 Facilities Report, and the statistical abstracts in
determining county priorities.
Although the core of the needs assessment process involves the analysis of the 22 Local School
Improvement Plans, the district office also uses a variety of other processes to determine the goals of
the Unified Plan. There are numerous committees, councils and programs that collect both outcome
and process data regarding the operation of the school system. These data are reported to the Unified
Plan writing committee where it is analyzed and prioritized. Among the data examined are the following:
(1) Annual Professional Development Needs Assessment, (2) Title I & II Needs Assessment, (3) County
Technology Plan, (4) WESTEST and Writing Assessment analysis, (5) Special Education Entitlement
Needs Assessment, (6) The Special Education Continuous Improvement Monitoring Process, and (7)
The School-To-Work Performance Measures Report.
The various needs assessments and data examined focused on student learning and achievement.
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While students in Putnam County as a total “all” perform above the state average, this review identified
the need to close the achievement gap for students in subgroups. Specifically in Putnam County the
cells targeted are students with disabilities and low SES students. Accelerating the learning for these
students will require the system to do things differently.
During the past year the district developed a comprehensive long-range strategic plan for restructuring
the design and management of curriculum and instruction to meet the mandates of No Child Left
Behind. The plan included the identification of the essential practices necessary in the areas of
curriculum, instruction, school effectiveness, and family/student support; the development of a
comprehensive plan for the training of county staff; and the adoption/development of a data-driven
instructional management system.
There is a need to refine instructional practices, programming, and classroom management strategies
in order to improve overall student achievement K-12. Particular emphasis needs to be placed on
classroom management skills, technology integration skills, strategies for the teaching of writing, using
authentic assessment techniques to inform instruction, and proven techniques for differentiating
instruction for low SES students and students with disabilities. The overall county completed a
curriculum prioritization and mapping process this year. Focus has shifted to the development of a
unified instructional design and delivery model to ensure adequate and appropriate instruction in
delivered in all classrooms on an equitable basis.
Two other areas of concern are improving instructional leadership and increasing the quality of teaching
staff. A need exists for advanced training for building administrators in the areas of instructional
leadership, effective and efficient use of time, and monitoring the teaching and learning process.
Although most Putnam County teachers are highly qualified in terms of licensure and certification, the
district would like to increase the number of teachers who hold nationally recognized certifications.
Technology Infrastructure
The county has completed major infrastructure upgrades at all schools. All schools have Ethernet
category 5 or 5e wiring. Electronic switches have replaced hubs in wiring closets. All schools have
Internet access via T1 lines. Two elementary schools share a T1 line with a secondary school (Buffalo
and Poca). All school routers have been upgraded. Several elementary school switches need to be
updated due to age of equipment. The equipment is prone to breakdown and is too slow to effectively
access the Internet Basic Skills software.
OEPA Reports
According to the November OEPA report, Putnam County School system has Full Accrediation status
based on Annual Performance Measures. Two schools (Confidence Elementary and Winfield High)
have Exemplary Accreditation status, sixteen schools have Full Accreditation status, and four schools
(West Teays Elementary, G.W. Middle, Hurricane Middle, and Poca Middle) have Temporary
Accrediation status based on WESTEST achievement data.
Facilities Assessment
Putnam voters passed the last bond for building schools in 1976 -- over twenty-five years ago. That
bond was paid off in 1990. Since 1990, Putnam County has undergone the greatest sustained period of
growth and development in its history. In the past ten years, students numbers have grown by more
than nine (9.3%) percent and the demand for services for children and families has multiplied. In spite
of this, no comprehensive building program has been undertaken. Proposed levies failed in May 2001
and November 2002. The public schools operate in a complex of buildings enclosing 1,080,760 square
feet -- 24.8 acres under roof. The oldest sections were built in 1926. Eighty-three classrooms are
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housed in portable classrooms, and three schools (Confidence Elementary, Scott Teays Elementary,
and Winfield Middle) have more classrooms in temporary quarters than in permanent structures.
Winfield High School, which is bursting at the seams, added two more portable classrooms this year.
While portable classrooms provide relief in overcrowded schools, they are a nightmare for the
technology department. Portable classrooms are usually moved into place shortly before school opens.
The technology department must provide network drops, intercom, and TV cable to the classrooms
after other utilities are connected. Classes are usually in the portables before these connections are
ready. Most years, overtime has been needed to complete the preparation of portables.
In August, the first phase of the G.W. Middle School replacement project was dedicated. The
construction included new cafeteria, offices, media center, computer lab, and related arts spaces,
leaving the sixth grade classrooms in temporary buildings. While money is included in construction
projects for technology, the amount is never sufficient for a turnkey solution. The technology department
must find the funds and time to connect new construction to existing cable TV, intercoms and
networking. In addition, workstations must be found or purchased for the new classrooms.
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Instructional Goal #1
To develop a comprehensive long-range plan for restructuring the design and management of
curriculum and instruction to close the achievement gap and meet the mandates of No Child Left
Behind.
Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Using the WV Content Standards and Objectives, teachers will integrate technology into all areas of the
curriculum in order to provide remediation, supplemental instruction, and acceleration for all students.
Indicators of Achievement:
During the 2002-2003 school year, 80% of teachers will use technology in the classroom as
Year 1:
measured by lesson plans, computer use logs, software management records and
(2002-03)
principals' evaluations.
During the 2003-2004 school year, 85% of teachers plan quality lessons that integrate
Year 2:
technology into the curriculum as described in the WVDE CSOs as measured by lesson
(2003-04)
plans and principals' evaluations.
During the 2004-2005 school year, baseline data will be collected to determine the number
Year 3:
of teachers who plan quality lessons that integrate technology into the curriculum. Data will
(2004-05)
be collected from computer lab usage logs and software management records.
During the 2005-2006 school year, the number of teachers who plan quality lessons that
Year 4:
integrate technology into the curriculum will increase over the baseline data. Data will be
(2005-06)
collected from computer lab usage logs and software management records.
During the 2006-2007 school year, the number of teachers who plan quality lessons that
Year 5:
integrate technology into the curriculum will increase over the baseline data. Data will be
(2006-07)
collected from computer lab usage logs and software management records.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
The district will research and purchase high quality software that will raise student achievement and
meet the technology requirements of the WV Content Standards and Objectives. Software to be
purchased includes, but is not limited to, KidWorks Deluxe, SchoolKit, Kidspiration, Microsoft Office
and Microsoft Publisher. Except for Microsoft products, most of the software will be loaded to the
school server or county instructional web server. The county will also purchase software to help student
improve their writing abilities.
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Robert Hull
Dale Slack
Computer Curriculum Specialist
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Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
Software - Instructional Content/Tech Integration Ed Tech Formula - Round 2 5180.00
General Funds
5000.00
SUCCESS
18000.00
Ed Tech Formula - Round 3 10000.00
Total:
38180.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Teachers will utilize high quality technology resources on the Internet that support the prioritized
curriculum. Sites will include, but not be limited to, Intel Teach to the Future, Marco Polo, ReInventing
Education, Solution Site, SAS, and textbook sites.
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Dale Slack
Computer Curriculum Specialist
Activity Type
Access
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
2
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
E-rate - Data Lines Access
E-rate - Data Lines Access
E-Rate Year 6
56616.00
E-Rate Year 7
57971.70
E-Rate Year 8
80850.21
Total:
195437.91
General Funds
44484.00
General Funds
49383.30
General Funds
63525.17
Total:
157392.47
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Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
In order to address students' varied learning styles, modalities, and intelligences, teachers will include
technology in instructional deliver to ensure that all students achieve success.
Indicators of Achievement:
During the 2002-2003 school year, 80% of teachers will use technology in the classroom as
Year 1:
measured by lesson plans, computer use logs, software management records and
(2002-03)
principals' evaluations.
Year 2:
Establishing baseline data from WESTest.
(2003-04)
Year 3:
During the 2004-2005 school year, the number of students in all subgroups demonstrating
(2004-05) mastery of the curriculum will increase by 5% as demonstrated by WESTest scores.
Year 4:
During the 2005-2006 school year, the number of students in all subgroups demonstrating
(2005-06) mastery of the curriculum will increase by 5%as demonstrated by WESTest scores.
Year 5:
During the 2006-2007 school year, the number of students in all subgroups demonstrating
(2006-07) mastery of the curriculum will increase by 5%as demonstrated by WESTest scores.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Putnam County Schools will provide integration support to teachers as they design and deliver
technology-enhanced instruction that meets the county prioritized curriculum and the WV CSOs
(Director of Technology and two Computer Curriculum Specialists). The technology staff provides
training on a formal (IS Day, continuing education days, and evening) and informal basis (teacher
planning, before and after school).
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Dale Slack
Computer Curriculum Specialist
Activity Type
Professional Development
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Salary
Funding Source Est $
Content/Tech Integration General Funds
Total:
138000.00
138000.00
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Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Technology department will work with school technology teams to provide the appropriate hardware and
access (intranet and Internet) necessary for technology-based instructional delivery of the approved
curriculum. The SUCCESS implementation provides funds to upgrade three labs (Poca Middle,
Hurricane High, and Winfield High). The BS/CE implementation provided funds to replace classroom
workstations. Local funds are used to provide at least three workstations in each new elementary
classroom and one workstation in new secondary classrooms. The county will provide a video projector
to each teacher who successfully completes the Technology Academy (Intel). The county is exploring
the possibility of providing a T1 line to two elementary schools (Buffalo & Poca) that currently share a
line with a secondary school in order to provide better access to the Internet and basic skills software
that runs on a county web server.
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Dale Slack
Computer Curriculum Specialist
Activity Type
Access
Content/Tech Integration
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
1
Access
SUCCESS
96272.00
BS/CE
95904.00
Telecommunications
163750.00
General Funds
40000.00
Total:
395926.00
2
3
4
5
Hardware - Desktop
Hardware - Projection Device
Novell Subscription
Content/Tech Integration
Access
Installation of T1 line/equipment Access
Technical Support - Installation
Ed Tech Formula - Round 2 9771.00
General Funds
20979.00
Total:
30750.00
General Funds
20000.00
Total:
20000.00
General Funds
10000.00
Total:
10000.00
Admin/Support Procedures SUCCESS
4488.00
BS/CE
4292.00
Total:
8780.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Technology department will work with school technology teams to install and maintain the appropriate
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hardware and access (intranet and Internet)for technology-based instructional delivery of the approved
curriculum. Priority projects include new construction at G.W. Middle Schools and Novell upgrades. To
date, 20 of the 22 schools have been upgraded to Novell 6. A SBA grant will be used to upgrade
electronic switches at Hometown and Lakeside Elementary Schools. Upgrades for infrastructure at
G.W. MS, Hurricane MS, Winfield MS, and Putnam Career Center have been requested through
E-Rate funds.
The technology department has five technicians. Four technicians work in the field while one operates
the new Help Desk. Novell ZenWorks permits remote control of servers and workstation, enabling
technical support from the board office. In addition, a RESA technician repairs computers and printers
in house two days per week.
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Computer Specialists
Activity Type
Access
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
1
Access
E-Rate Year 7
10820.00
E-Rate Year 7
7400.00
Network Infrastructure - Electronics
SUCCESS/BSCE E-rate 10138.00
2
Network Infrastructure - Electronics
Access
Total:
28358.00
SBA
15262.9
General Funds
5000.00
E-Rate Year 6
2848.00
SUCCESS E-Rate Match 2848.00
3
4
Network Infrastructure - Cabling
Salary
Access
Total:
25958.90
General Funds
15000.00
Total:
15000.00
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
5
Technical Support - HW maintenance Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
192000.00
192000.00
60000.00
60000.00
Technology Activity: #4, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Putnam County Schools will provide hardware, software, and support for students requiring assistance
due to limited English proficiency, specials needs (assistive technology), and/or additional opportunities
through distance learning in order to overcome deficiencies in NCLB.
Persons Responsible
Pat Homberg
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Penny Fisher
Robert Hull
Activity Type
Access
Content/Tech Integration
Innovative Strategies
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
1
Access
General Funds
5000.00
Total:
5000.00
General Funds
6000.00
Total:
6000.00
General Funds
500.00
Total:
500.00
2
3
4
Hardware - Desktop
Hardware - Notebook
Hardware - Printer
Access
Access
Software - Instructional Innovative Strategies WV Virtual School 4000.00
Total:
4000.00
Technology Activity: #5, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Putnam County Schools will provide access to library and research materials for students, staff, and
parents to promote life-long learning. Librarians, media aides, and parent volunteers will be trained to
use the available hardware and software.
Persons Responsible
Jack Welton
Mary Beckelhimer
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
2
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Technical Support - SW maintenance Admin/Support Procedures Step 7
8000.00
Total:
8000.00
Step 7
10000.00
Total:
10000.00
Big Chalk Subscription
Content/Tech Integration
Technology Activity: #6, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Putnam County Schools will participate in the RIDE program to help teachers identify barriers to student
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learning and design appropriate intervention so that all students can learn.
Persons Responsible
Pat Homberg
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
THERE IS NO BUDGET ITEM
No. Budget Item
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
No Budget Items
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Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
School and district personnel will identify and implement essential practices in the area of school
effectiveness to ensure student achievement in a standards based system and promote a safe learning
environment.
Indicators of Achievement:
County technology personnel will meet with each school technology committee at least
Year 1:
once per year to ensure that 10% of school technology plans will include alternate
(2002-03) technologies, and 50% of school technology plans will include an emphasis on integration
and communication with parents.
County technology personnel will meet with each school technology committee at least
Year 2:
once per year to ensure that 10% of school technology plans will include alternate
(2003-04)
technologies, and 50% of school technology plans will include an emphasis on integration.
County technology personnel will meet with each school technology committee at least
Year 3:
once per year to ensure that 15% of school technology plans will include alternate
(2004-05)
technologies, and 60% of school technology plans will include an emphasis on integration.
County technology personnel will meet with each school technology committee at least
Year 4:
once per year to ensure that 20% of school technology plans will include alternate
(2005-06)
technologies, and 70% of school technology plans will include an emphasis on integration.
County technology personnel will meet with each school technology committee at least
Year 5:
once per year to ensure that 25% of school technology plans will include alternate
(2006-07)
technologies, and 80% of school technology plans will include an emphasis on integration.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
School personnel will use Grade Quick and WVEIS to track student achievement and attendance.
Grade Quick will be updated to include the latest features including Lesson Planner. In addition, the
county is piloting Grade Quick for the Palm for physical educators. The Coordinator of Information
Services provides training and technical support to county personnel. Exceptional educators will be
provided with software to manage student records and track progress of students.
Persons Responsible
Dawn Gessel
Mary Beckelhimer
Pat Homberg
Computer Curriculum Specialists
Activity Type
Access
Stakeholder Involvement
Admin/Support Procedures
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No. Budget Item
1
2
3
4
Activity Type
Funding Source
E-rate - Internal Connections Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 6
28800.00
E-Rate Year 7
28800.00
General Funds
7200.00
General Funds
7200.00
Total:
72000.00
E-Rate Year 8
28800.00
General Funds
7200.00
Total:
36000.00
E-rate - Internal Connections Access
Software - Application
Stakeholder Involvement
Salary
Ed Tech Formula - Round 2 3230.00
General Funds
7000.00
Total:
10230.00
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
5
Est $
Hardware - PDA
Access
51000.00
51000.00
Ed Tech Formula - Round 2 1980.00
General Funds
1000.00
Total:
2980.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
The district will install and maintain technology in buildings and on buses to enhance communication
and to provide a safe environment for students and employees.
Persons Responsible
Jack Welton
Brad Hodges
Carolyn Conner
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
1
Stakeholder Involvement
E-Rate Year 6
35280.00
E-Rate Year 7
27710.80
General Funds
27720.00
General Funds
25309.20
Total:
116020.00
E-Rate Year 8
41270.32
General Funds
32426.68
2
E-rate - Voice
E-rate - Voice
Stakeholder Involvement
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Total:
3
4
5
E-rate - Cellular
E-rate - Cellular
73697.00
Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 6
11199.96
E-Rate Year 7
12960.00
General Funds
8799.96
General Funds
11040.00
Total:
43999.92
Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 8
16800.00
General Funds
13200.00
Total:
30000.00
E-rate - Long Distance Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 6
3057.60
E-Rate Year 7
3078.00
General Funds
2402.40
General Funds
2622.00
Total:
11160.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Activity 2 continued
Persons Responsible
Jack Welton
Brad Hodges
Carolyn Conner
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
1
Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 8
3799.60
General Funds
2985.40
Total:
6785.00
2
3
4
E-rate - Long Distance
E-rate - Paging
E-rate - Paging
Funding Source Est $
Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 6
3024.00
E-Rate Year 7
3790.80
General Funds
2376.00
General Funds
3229.20
Total:
12420.00
Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 8
General Funds
3854.4
Total:
8760.00
Security cameras (building & bus) Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
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4905.60
20000.00
Grants
5000.00
Total:
25000.00
Technology Activity: #4, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Administrators will used technology to evaluate programs and personnel. A system-wide Leadership
Development program is being instituted using Title II funds. Administrators will receive Microsoft Office
and Outlook to manage time, increase organizational skills, and improve productivity. In addition, they
will each receive a PDA loaded with Classroom Walkthough Process templates. Administrators will
attend six days of training.
Persons Responsible
Robert Hull
Mary Beckelhimer
Penny Fisher
Activity Type
Professional Development
Innovative Strategies
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
2
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Professional Development Professional Development Title II
Software - Application
Innovative Strategies
5000.00
Total:
5000.00
General Funds
5000.00
Total:
5000.00
Technology Activity: #5, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
The county and school technology teams will evaluate the use of exisiting technology and plan for the
implementation of new technology to promote student achievement. The district technology department
and technology team will seek assistance and training from regional, state, and national experts to
design, evaluate, maintain, and adopt technology that enhances the educational process.
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Dale Slack
Computer Curriculum Specialist
Activity Type
Professional Development
Admin/Support Procedures
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No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
School Technology Planning Wkshps. Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
2
Travel
Professional Development General Funds
Total:
3
Professional Development
Professional Development General Funds
Total:
4
E-rate processing
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
3000.00
3000.00
3000.00
3000.00
3000.00
3000.00
8000.00
8000.00
Technology Activity: #6, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
The district will evaluate, utilize, and adopt technology to promote the efficient and effective
management of the school system.
Persons Responsible
Bill Duncan
Dawn Gessel
Nancy Faulkner
Mary Beckelhimer
Activity Type
Access
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
2
3
Activity Type
Hardware - Desktop Access
Hardware - Notebook Access
Hardware - Printer
Funding Source Est $
General Funds
35000.00
Total:
35000.00
General Funds
12000.00
Total:
12000.00
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
4
Supplies
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
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15000.00
15000.00
5000.00
5000.00
Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #4
All Putnam County schools will use technology to increase communication with families and to improve
student support.
Indicators of Achievement:
County technology personnel will meet with each school technology committee at least
Year 1:
once per year to ensure that 10% of school technology plans will include alternate
(2002-03) technologies, and 50% of school technology plans will include an emphasis on integration
and communication with parents.
Year 2:
In 2003-2004, 60% of school technology plans will address technological means of
(2003-04) improving communication with families and student support.
Year 3:
In 2004-2005, 70% of school technology plans will address technological means of
(2004-05) improving communication with families and student support.
Year 4:
In 2005-2006, 80% of school technology plans will address technological means of
(2005-06) improving communication with families and student support.
Year 5:
In 2006-2007, 90% of school technology plans will address technological means of
(2006-07) improving communication with families and student support.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #4
Putnam County Schools will work with a web design company to create a new homepage that is more
user friendly. Putnam County Schools will maintain a web server to host school web pages. The sites
will include information of interest to parents such as school activities, announcements, calendars,
lesson plans, links to other educational sites, etc. County personnel will provide support to schools that
need assistance in developing and posting web sites and to teachers who wish to develop web pages.
Persons Responsible
Karen Nowviskie
Robert Hull
Mary Beckelhimer
Computer Specialists
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
Admin/Support Procedures
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No. Budget Item
1
2
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Technical Support - SW maintenance Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Software - Web Design
Stakeholder Involvement
2000.00
Total:
2000.00
General Funds
7000.00
Total:
7000.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #4
All professional personnel will have an state e-mail account to communicate parents, students, and
other educators.
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Dale Slack
Computer Curriculum Specialist
Activity Type
Access
Stakeholder Involvement
THERE IS NO BUDGET ITEM
No. Budget Item
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
No Budget Items
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #4
All high school and post-secondary students have access to current, high-quality information on careers
using Bridges and e-Choices software from school or home.
Persons Responsible
Mary Beckelhimer
Dale Slack
Computer Curriculum Specialists
Activity Type
Access
Stakeholder Involvement
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
Software - Instructional Access
SUCCESS
5875.00
Total:
5875.00
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Technology Activity: #4, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #4
The county provides access, support, and materials for community groups and adult learners such as
adult vocational programs, community education, Marshall University Teays Valley extension, 4-H, Red
Cross, Putnam Co. Emergency Services, Kanawha-Putnam Emergency Planning Committee, Literacy
Volunteers of America, and the Putnam County Library.
Persons Responsible
Jack Welton
Activity Type
Access
Stakeholder Involvement
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
1
Access
General Funds
15000.00
Total:
15000.00
2
3
Salary
Technical Support - HW maintenance Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Supplies
Stakeholder Involvement
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1000.00
Grants
500.00
Total:
1500.00
Title I
500.00
Total:
500.00
Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #5
Putnam County Schools will provide timely, high quality, and appropriate technology staff development
to all professional staff annually.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
During the 2002-2003 school year, 85% of professional staff will attend three hours of
(2002-03) technology continuing education.
During the 2003-2004, 90% of professional staff will attend appropriate staff development
Year 2:
which will give them the skills to integrate technology in the curriculum, use technology in
(2003-04)
the instructional process, and manage records of student progress.
During the 2004-2005, 93% of professional staff will attend appropriate staff development
Year 3:
which will give them the skills to integrate technology in the curriculum, use technology in
(2004-05)
the instructional process, and manage records of student progress.
During the 2005-2006, 96% of professional staff will attend appropriate staff development
Year 4:
which will give them the skills to integrate technology in the curriculum, use technology in
(2005-06)
the instructional process, and manage records of student progress.
During the 2006-2007, 98% of professional staff will attend appropriate staff development
Year 5:
which will give them the skills to integrate technology in the curriculum, use technology in
(2006-07)
the instructional process, and manage records of student progress.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #5
Most years, all teachers are required to attend three hours of timely, high quality, and appropriate
professional development related to technology. The focus is on integration of technology into the
curriculum with sessions directed at elementary, middle, and adolescent levels plus administrators. For
appropriate personnel, other options are offered such as RIDE, WVEIS, and assistive technology.
Persons Responsible
Robert Hull
Mary Beckelhimer
Pat Homberg
Computer Curriculum Specialist
Activity Type
Professional Development
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No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Professional Development Professional Development Title II
Total:
2
Supplies
Professional Development General Funds
Total:
6000.00
6000.00
500.00
500.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #5
Teachers have the opportunity to attend high quality staff development on grade appropriate
instructional software including new writing software. Stipends are paid to teachers who attend summer
or evening sessions of the Technology Academies.
Persons Responsible
Jack Welton
Robert Hull
Mary Beckelhimer
Activity Type
Professional Development
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
1
Professional Development Ed Tech Formula - Round 2 8100.00
Stipends
Funding Source
Est $
Ed Tech Formula - Round 3 23367.37
2
3
Title II
5000.00
Total:
36467.37
Professional Development Professional Development SUCCESS
Substitutes
7200.00
Total:
7200.00
General Funds
25000.000
Total:
25000.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #5
Teachers will have the opportunity to attend high quality staff development on application software and
project based learning using technology (Intel Teach to the Future).
Persons Responsible
Robert Hull
Mary Beckelhimer
Activity Type
Professional Development
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No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Stipends
Funding Source
Est $
Professional Development Ed Tech Formula - Round 2 5150.00
Total:
5150.00
Technology Activity: #4, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #5
The Curriculum & Instruction Department utilize an on-line database to maintain accurate records of
staff development participation for professional employees. All professional employees will be trained in
use of the database to register for sessions and to verify attendance.
Persons Responsible
Robert Hull
Mary Beckelhimer
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
THERE IS NO BUDGET ITEM
No. Budget Item
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
No Budget Items
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Instructional Goal #2
To develop a comprehensive long-range plan for restructuring the design and management of
curriculum and instruction to close the achievement gap and meet the mandates of No Child Left
Behind.
Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Putnam County Schools will adopt and/or develop a data-driven instructional management system for
the support of the No Child Left Behind implementation plan.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
(2002-03)
Year 2:
During the 2003-2004 school year, 25% of teachers will use available software to conduct
(2003-04) benchmark testing of student achievement.
Year 3:
During the 2004-2005 school year, 30% of teachers will use available software to conduct
(2004-05) benchmark testing of student achievement.
Year 4:
During the 2005-2006 school year, 35% of teachers will use available software to conduct
(2005-06) benchmark testing of student achievement.
Year 5:
During the 2005-2006 school year, 40% of teachers will use available software to conduct
(2006-07) benchmark testing of student achievement.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1
The district will research commercially available data-driven instructional management systems.
Persons Responsible
Pat Homberg
Robert Hull
Mary Beckelhimer
Activity Type
Access
Admin/Support Procedures
THERE IS NO BUDGET ITEM
No. Budget Item
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
No Budget Items
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Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Teachers will be trained in the use of I-Know program by district personnel. Teachers will participate in
pilot testing of the I-Know website to conduct benchmark testing of student achievement in coordination
with the WESTEST. High school students will participate in end of course testing for vocational
courses.
Persons Responsible
Pat Homberg
Penny Fisher
Activity Type
Access
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Supplies
Funding Source Est $
Content/Tech Integration General Funds
Total:
500.00
500.00
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Compliance Checklist
Ed Tech Compliance Checklist
1. Does the county plan include the county's specific goals for using advanced technology to improve
student achievement?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 1 and Activity 1
2. Does the plan include strategies that address how Ed Tech Funds will improve academic
achievement of all students in all schools in the county? (Emphasis should be given to high-need and
high-poverty schools)
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 1 and Activity 1
3. Does the county plan include strategies that address how to ensure that all students and teachers will
have increased access to technology?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 2 and Activity 2
4. Does the county plan include plans to provide ongoing professional development for teachers,
principals and administrators to further the effective use of technology?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 5 and Activity 1
5. Does the county plan include a budget (description of type and costs of technology to be acquired
with Ed Tech formula and /or competitive funds)?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 1 and Activity 1
6. Does the county plan include strategies that address how to encourage the development and use of
innovative strategies for the delivery of specialized or rigorous courses (e.g., distance learning)?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 2 and Activity 4
7. Does the county plan include strategies that address how to use technology to promote parental
involvement to increase communication with parents?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 4 and Activity 1
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8. Does the county plan include strategies that address how the technology programs will be developed
in collaboration with adult literacy providers?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 4 and Activity 4
9. Does the county plan include strategies that address how the county will evaluate the extent to which
activities funded in formula and competitive funds are effective in integrating technology?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 1 and Activity 1
E-rate Compliance Checklist
1. Does the county plan include the E-rate requirements for clear goals and a realistic strategy for using
telecommunications?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 1 and Activity 3
2. Does the county plan include strategies that address the computer equipment currently available or
budgeted for purchase?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 2 and Activity 1
3. Does the county plan include strategies that address the internal connections that the county has in
place or budgeted to install in the current, next or future academic years?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 3 and Activity 1
4. Does the county plan include strategies that address the computer software necessary to
communicate with other computers over an internal network?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 2 and Activity 2
5. Does the county plan include the professional development plan for professionals using the
equipment connected to the telecommunications network?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 2 and Activity 3
6. Does the county plan include the existing or budgeted maintenance contracts to maintain computers?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 2 and Activity 3
7. Does the county plan include specific plans for using telecommunications technologies and how they
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integrate the use of these technologies into the curriculum?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 1 Objective 1 and Activity 1
8. Does someone else other than your county personnel submit your local E-rate application?
yes
This is addressed under Goal Objective and Activity
9. E-rate requires that we report the number of schools in each county that have the following Internet
Connections:
Number of schools in the county with Dial up modem connections to the Internet?
0
Number of schools in the county with 56 K frame relay connection to the Internet?
0
Number of schools in the county that have T-1 frame relay connections to the Internet? 22
Number of schools in the county that have ATM T-1 Internet connections?
0
Number of schools in the county that have cable modem connections to the Internet? 0
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Policies and Procedures
Do you have an Acceptable Use Policy?
yes
If yes, what is the last date of adoption/revision?
7/21/2003
When was the public meeting held for CIPA Compliance?
10/15/2001
Provide the URL to your acceptable use policy.
boe.putn.k12.wv.us/techpage/policies.htm
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