MARION 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: Tom Deadrick
Title: Assistant Superintendent
Email: tdeadric@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2100 Ext: 17
Name: Donna Peduto
Title: Assistant Director of K-12 Initiatives
Email: dpeduto@edvgroup.org
Phone: 304-296-9021 Ext: 28
Name: Dorothy Oliverio
Title: Marion County Supervisor
Email: doliveri@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2100 Ext: 38
Name: Randy Farley
Title: Principal - Watson Elementary
Email: rdfarley@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2156
Name: Becky Giorcelli
Title: Senior Scientist - Institute Scientific Researc
Email: rgiorcelli@isr.us
Phone: 304-368-9300
Name: Cathie Metheny
Title: Teacher
Email: devitocj@adelphia.net
Phone: 304-367-2132
Name: Jean Hinzman
Title: Marion County Director Title 1
Email: thinzman@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2100
Name: Tracy L. Chenoweth
Title: Technology Integration Specialist
Email: tchenowe@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2100
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Name: Collette Holbert
Title: Media Teacher
Email: cholbert@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2147
Name: Juanita Edge
Title: Retired Educator
Email: jedge1@adelphia.net
Phone: 304-366-0097
Name: Ken Hibbs
Title: Teacher
Email: khibbs@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2140
Name: Terry Zirkle
Title: WVEIS Liaison
Email: tzirkle@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2100
Name: Diane Furman
Title: Marion County Math/Science Coordinator
Email: dfurman@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2115 Ext: 40
Name: Nancy Harry
Title: Marion County Supervisor
Email: neharry@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2100
Name: Mike Hays
Title: Teacher
Email: mahays@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-986-2100
Name: Dr. James B. Phares
Title: Superintendent
Email: jbphares@access.k12.wv.us
Phone: 304-367-2100
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County Mission and Vision Statements
County Vision:
The Marion County School System will endeavor to provide each student with an education that is
appropriate to meet his/her needs.
County Mission:
The Marion County School System believes its educational programs must prepare students to become
responsible and successful citizens.
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Needs Assessment
Analysis of Assessment Data
WESTEST data is being disaggregated by the use of TestMate Clarity. All school administrators and
counselors have been trained in how to use this software.
The I Know site, in conjunction with the WVDE Office of Assessment, is being utilized for benchmark
formative assessments.
Analysis of UCIP
N/A
Technology Infrastructure
All of the elementary BS/CE schools have updated infrastructures provided through the state contract
with IBM. The infastructure in the SUCCESS schools will be addressed this year and next through local
and state funds.
The RESA VII Networking Engineer toured each school and did an updated wiring diagram and
provided us with a detailed infrastructure needs assessment.
School Satisfaction Survey
N/A
OEPA Reports
No findings from on-site audits.
Facilities Assessment
N/A
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Instructional Goal #1
The Board shall examine its various programs, services and facilities with a view to achieve equity in
terms of access, availability and other similar considerations, subject to applicable board policies, rules
and regulations, district resources and personnel, and as any and/or all such considerations are finally
interpreted.
Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
The Marion County Board of Education, through federal, state, and local initiatives, will provide
equitable technological access, equipment, programs, supplies, maintenance, and training as
appropriate for all students and personnel.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Establish technological equity criteria and develop a technology needs assessment
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Finialize technological equity criteria and develop a technology needs assessment
(2003-04)
Year 3:
Formalize technological equity criteria into a technology needs assessment; examine the
(2004-05) Digital Divide survey results
Year 4:
Administer survey, identify technological needs and establish priorities at school and county
(2005-06) level
Year 5:
Monitor and assist in the implemention of purchases, procedures, and training to assure
(2006-07) technology equity
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Establish criteria for technology equity for students and personnel at the Pre-K-Adult levels followed by
a technology needs assessment at the school and county level for both students and staff.
Persons Responsible
Central Office Staff
K-12 Instructional and Administrative Staff
County Technology Coordinator
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
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No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Substitutes
Funding Source Est $
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
1000.00
1000.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Identify and prioritize needs at the school and county level in terms of equity criteria for technology
access, equipment, programs, materials, supplies, maintenance, and training for both students and
staff
Persons Responsible
Central Office Staff
K-12 Instructional and Administrative Staff
County Technology Coordinator
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Substitutes
Funding Source Est $
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
2000.00
2000.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Develop a technology equity plan that establishes and identifies available funding sources at the school
and county level
Persons Responsible
Central Office Staff
K-12 Instructional and Administrative Staff
County Technology Coordinator
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Substitutes
Funding Source Est $
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
2000.00
2000.00
Technology Activity: #4, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
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Continue equal access via continued funding of T-1 lines (56 Kb where located) and WVEIS
connections to each of the elementary, middle/junior highs, high schools and central office. Examine the
need for an additional T-1 line at each high school/technical center for a possible distance learning lab.
Persons Responsible
Superintendent
County Financial Officer
E-Rate Coordinator
Activity Type
Access
No. Budget Item
1
2
3
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
E-rate - Data Lines Access
E-rate - Data Lines Access
E-rate - Data Lines Access
E-Rate Year 6
82548.15
General Funds
33716.85
Total:
116265.00
E-Rate Year 7
88855.20
General Funds
38080.80
Total:
126936.00
E-Rate Year 8
103303.20
General Funds
44272.80
Total:
147576.00
Technology Activity: #5, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Upgrade current telecommunication services to provide additional cellular services as needed in
transportation and county/school administrations.
Persons Responsible
E-Rate Coordinator
Activity Type
Access
No. Budget Item
1
2
3
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
E-rate - Cellular Access
E-rate - Cellular Access
E-rate - Cellular Access
E-Rate Year 6
266.28
General Funds
114.12
Total:
380.40
E-Rate Year 7
2387.36
General Funds
1023.16
Total:
3410.52
E-Rate Year 8
32900.
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General Funds
14100
Total:
47000.00
Technology Activity: #6, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Begin implementation of distance learning labs in each of the three high school and the technical center
Persons Responsible
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Access
Content/Tech Integration
Innovative Strategies
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
Hardware - Other Access
E-Rate Year 8
208000
General Funds
112000
Total:
320000.00
Technology Activity: #7, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Continue telecommunication services to provide voice access along with additional lines to facilitate
maintenance of computer labs.
Persons Responsible
E-Rate Coordinator
Activity Type
Access
No. Budget Item Activity Type Funding Source Est $
1
2
3
E-rate - Voice Access
E-rate - Voice Access
E-rate - Voice Access
E-Rate Year 6
36651.60
General Funds
15140.20
Total:
51791.80
E-Rate Year 7
36515.22
General Funds
15025.26
Total:
51540.48
E-Rate Year 8
37045.21
General Funds
15221.27
Total:
52266.48
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Technology Activity: #8, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Continue telecommunication services to provide long distance access along with the possibility of
additional lines.
Persons Responsible
E-Rate Coordinator
Activity Type
Access
No. Budget Item
1
2
3
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
E-rate - Long Distance Access
E-rate - Long Distance Access
E-rate - Long Distance Access
E-Rate Year 6
4196.87
General Funds
1807.21
Total:
6004.08
E-Rate Year 7
4398.54
General Funds
1919.22
Total:
6317.76
E-Rate Year 8
4398.54
General Funds
1919.22
Total:
6317.76
Technology Activity: #9, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #1
To provide web hosting for Marion County Schools Website and for EdLine.
Persons Responsible
County e-rate coordinator
County technology coordinator
Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
2
Funding Source Est $
Content/Tech Integration E-Rate Year 7
18627.00
General Funds
7983.00
Total:
26610.00
Content/Tech Integration E-Rate Year 8
18627.00
General Funds
7983.00
Total:
26610.00
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Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
To have one dedicated multimedia computer workstation with Internet access and peripherals per
county professional
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Plan for development of a survey for professional staff to determine needs
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Devise a survey for professional staff to determine needs
(2003-04)
Year 3:
Revise survey questions and conduct a survey of professional staff to determine needs
(2004-05)
Year 4:
Develop an implementation plan
(2005-06)
Year 5:
Begin implementation of dedicated workstation plan
(2006-07)
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Develop and distribute a survey addressing the current status of dedicated professional personnel
workstations
Persons Responsible
K-12 Administrators
Central Office Administrators
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Supplies
Funding Source Est $
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
200.00
200.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Analyze survey results
Persons Responsible
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Central Office Administrators
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
THERE IS NO BUDGET ITEM
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
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400.00
400.00
Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
County school and central office administrators shall serve as those who model the use of technology
through the various available initiatives
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate how to increase technology modeling by the administrative staff
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Implement several training sessions for county administrators where hands on sessions are
(2003-04) provided with the equipment being provided
Continue to increase the use of technology by county administrators by modeling the use of
Year 3:
Palm Handheld computers and handheld software products as well as wireless
(2004-05)
technologies.
Continue to increase the use of technology by county administrators by modeling the use of
Year 4:
Palm Handheld computers and handheld software products as well as wireless
(2005-06)
technologies.
Continue to increase the use of technology by county administrators by modeling the use of
Year 5:
Palm Handheld computers and handheld software products as well as wireless
(2006-07)
technologies.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Continue to provide county administrators with Palm Handheld (update for Zire 71 and Zire 72)training
including the use of mVal, ePrincipal, eWalk, and the Gates LEAD training (county expense for LEAD).
Persons Responsible
Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Professional Development
Stakeholder Involvement
Admin/Support Procedures
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No. Budget Item
Activity Type
1
Stakeholder Involvement General Funds
Hardware - PDA
Funding Source Est $
Total:
2
0.00
Palm SD 128 mb card Stakeholder Involvement General Funds
Total:
5
2100.00
2100.00
Hardware - Notebook Stakeholder Involvement General Funds
Total:
0
0
0.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Provide ongoing training for Administrators on I-Know Website, electronic formative and benchmark
assessments, Curriculum Mapper, and TestMate Clarity.
Persons Responsible
C & I Supervisors/Coordinators
Technology Integration Specialist
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
5000
5000.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #1, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Update administrator technology equipment; update Zire 71 to Zire 72, purchase wireless
laptops/notebooks for several administrators; update older (round 1)
Gates Training administrator laptops/notebooks to wireless capability.
Persons Responsible
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Innovative Strategies
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Hardware - PDA Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
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30000
30000.00
Instructional Goal #2
The Board shall develop, maintain and revise as necessary a comprehensive communications
program, including components relating both to internal and external board considerations.
Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1
County will have a web site linked to all Marion County schools which would contain information
important to parents, administrators, and school staff.
Indicators of Achievement:
Annual county budget to include monies to initiate contact regarding the development of
Year 1:
county web site.
(2002-03)
Year 2:
(2003-04)
County budget to include monies to contract the development of county web site.
Year 3:
100% implementation of a county web site, 85% implementation of school web sites, and
(2004-05) begin development of individual teacher sites through Reinvent.
Year 4:
County and all schools will have an active web site. Continue implementation of teacher
(2005-06) sites through Reinvent.
Year 5:
Continually maintain and update county Website and have 70% of county teachers develop
(2006-07) and publish individual sites that are linked to county webpage.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Contract a company to develop web site. Hosting with minimal maintenance/future development of web
site to be funded second and third year at a cost of approximately $6000.00 per year.
Persons Responsible
County School Superintendent
Technology Integration Specialist
County Technology Coordinator
Activity Type
Access
Content/Tech Integration
Stakeholder Involvement
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No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Web page hosting Stakeholder Involvement General Funds
Total:
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6000.00
6000.00
Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #2
All Marion County teachers will implement and maintain an online grading program such as Grade
Quick and Ed Line.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate Grade Quick and Ed-Line programs.
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Continue to investigate with a goal to contract for the Grade Quick grade book program and
(2003-04) Ed-Line.
Year 3:
Continue to investigate with a goal to contract for the Grade Quick grade book program and
(2004-05) Ed-Line.
Year 4:
50% implementation of Grade Quick and Ed-Line grading program at all school levels.
(2005-06)
Year 5:
100% implementation of Grade Quick and Ed-Line grading program at all school levels.
(2006-07)
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Seek funding for online grading program to be used county-wide via outside grant or local funds.
Persons Responsible
Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Software - Application Content/Tech Integration General Funds
Total:
54000
54000.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Provide professional development to administrators and teachers utilizing the GradeQuick/Ed Line
online grading program.
Persons Responsible
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Staff Development Council
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Professional Development
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Professional Development Professional Development General Funds
Total:
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5100.00
5100.00
Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Increase public awareness of county technology grants and awards.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
100% communication of county grants and awards through local media.
(2002-03)
Year 2:
100% communication of county grants and awards through local media.
(2003-04)
Year 3:
100% communication of county grants and awards through local media.
(2004-05)
Year 4:
100% communication of county grants and awards through local media.
(2005-06)
Year 5:
100% communication of county grants and awards through local media.
(2006-07)
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Increase community awareness and support through announcements of technology grants and awards
through county and school web sites, school technology newsletters, and/or local news media.
Persons Responsible
County and school personnel
Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Content/Tech Integration General Funds
Total:
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500
500.00
Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #4
Increase parental/school or community communication through e-mail and Student/Parent Resource
Center and Teacher Resource Center Webpages designed by TIS.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Increase the number of county administrators, school administrators, and teachers with an
(2002-03) active "access" e-mail account.
Year 2:
35% of county administrators, school administrators, and teachers will have active "access"
(2003-04) e-mail accounts. Maintain and add as new teachers are employed.
Year 3:
50% of county administrators, school administrators, and teachers will have active "access"
(2004-05) e-mail accounts. Maintain and add as new teachers are employed.
Year 4:
80% of county administrators, school administrators, teachers and teacher aides will have
(2005-06) active "access" e-mail accounts. Maintain and add new teachers as employed.
Year 5:
100% of county administrators, school administrators, teachers and teacher aides will have
(2006-07) active "access" e-mail accounts. Maintain and add new teachers as employed.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #4
Setup e-mail accounts for county personnel.
Persons Responsible
School Technology Contact Person
WVDE Office of Technology, Bruce Cole
Activity Type
Access
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
500
500.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #4
Investigate publication of e-mail addresses in county personnel directory.
Persons Responsible
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Administrative Assistant for Personnel
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
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500
500.00
Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #5
Establish Intranet for access to forms relating to personnel and school needs.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate Intranet concept.
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Set up Intranet via county web site development.
(2003-04)
Year 3:
50% use of Intranet by all county schools.
(2004-05)
Year 4:
75% use of Intranet by all county schools.
(2005-06)
Year 5:
100% use of Intranet by all county schools.
(2006-07)
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #5
Create and implement Intranet capabilities of county web page to include administrative forms including
but not limited to job postings, professional leave, field trips, building maintenance, equipment repair,
supply lists, and orders as feasible and/or legal; maximize the use of network connections and
applicable networking software for equal access to the web page
Persons Responsible
Web page master/personnel
Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
500
500.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #2, Technology Improvement Objective #5
Professional development to train personnel on using the Intranet and recognizing its capabilities.
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Persons Responsible
Professional Development Council
Activity Type
Professional Development
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Content/Tech Integration General Funds
Total:
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500
500.00
Instructional Goal #3
The Board shall promote, through collaborative partnerships that support teaching and learning, schools
that become life-long learning and community service centers wherein students, through meaningful
instruction, will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a competitive,
ever-changing society.
The Board shall promote and expect the ongoing pursuit of excellence in student acheivement for and
by all students as defined in "No Child Left Behind" and "West Virginia Achieves."
Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #1
The county will increase its technology collaborative partnerships by 30% each year.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Schools will investigate the concept of technology collaborative partnerships in education
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Schools will continue to investigate the concept of technology collaborative partnerships in
(2003-04) education
Year 3:
10% of schools will establish and maintain collaborative partnerships in education
(2004-05)
Year 4:
50% of schools will establish and maintain collaborative partnerships
(2005-06) in education
Year 5:
90% of schools will establish and maintain collaborative partnerships
(2006-07) in education
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #1
To provide summer mentorships to teachers in high tech partnership businesses.
Persons Responsible
School Work Based Liasons
Building Principals
County Work Based Liasons
Activity Type
Professional Development
Stakeholder Involvement
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No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Stipends
Funding Source Est $
Professional Development General Funds
Total:
7500
7500.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #1
To establish partnerships betweeen county schools and higher education institutions including Fairmont
State University, Fairmont State Community & Technical College and West Virginia University.
Persons Responsible
Building Principals
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Teacher Education and Technology Professors
Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Substitutes
Funding Source Est $
Content/Tech Integration General Funds
Total:
900
900.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #1
To actively build and sustain technology partnerships with businesses and agencies on a county and
school level.
Persons Responsible
Superintendent
Building Principals
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Stakeholder Involvement General Funds
Total:
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500
500.00
Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #2
To increase the availability of technology use in schools for the community through extended day,
extended year, and distance learning activities.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Every school will investigate having an evening showcase of technology.
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Every school will continue investigating the feasibility of holding an evening showcase of
(2003-04) technology.
Year 3:
30% of schools will open their doors after school hours for technology use to increase adult
(2004-05) and/or student literacy.
Year 4:
60% of schools will open their doors after school hours for technology use to increase adult
(2005-06) and/or student literacy.
Year 5:
80% of schools will open their doors after school hours for technology use to increase adult
(2006-07) and/or student literacy
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Each school will provide an evening showcase of technology.
Persons Responsible
Building Principals
School Technology Teams
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
Materials/Refreshments Stakeholder Involvement PTO/Sch Foundation 2100
Total:
2100.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #2
The county board of education will pursue development of a county policy regarding the use and fee
schedule for technology centers / computer labs
Persons Responsible
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Assistant Supterintendent for Instruction
Board of Education Members
Superintendent
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
500
500.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #2
The county will continue to support the three (3) attendance area Technology Opportunity Centers
(TOC) as evening learning sites for adults needing basic computer skills; scheduling will be provided
through EdVenture and/or adult literacy initiatives as appropriate
Persons Responsible
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Access
No. Budget Item Activity Type Funding Source Est $
1
Salary
Access
General Funds
21000
General Funds
3000
Total:
24000.00
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Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #3
To equip all schools with software and hardware to provide technology access to all students with the
goal of increasing student achievement.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
15% of the K-12 schools will have implemented the renewed Basic Skills and SUCCESS
(2002-03) initiatives.
100% of the K-12 schools will have implemented the renewed Basic Skills/Computer
Year 2:
Education hardware/software and infastructure; and, continue to upgrade SUCCESS
(2003-04)
hardware and infastructure.
100% of the K-12 schools will have implemented the renewed Basic Skills/Computer
Year 3:
Education hardware/software and infastructure; and, continue to upgrade SUCCESS
(2004-05)
hardware and infastructure.
100% of the K-12 schools will have implemented the renewed Basic Skills/Computer
Year 4:
Education hardware/software and infastructure; and, continue to upgrade SUCCESS
(2005-06)
hardware and infastructure; upgrade older pentium BS/CE computers
100% of the K-12 schools will have implemented the renewed Basic Skills/Computer
Year 5:
Education hardware/software and infastructure; and, continue to upgrade SUCCESS
(2006-07) hardware and infastructure; upgrade older pentium BS/CE computers
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #3
To equip all schools with appropriate technology to address needs identified by standardized testing
including upgrding infrastructure (cabling, switches, etc.) and providing the associated professional
development for proper implementation
Persons Responsible
County Curriculum Specialists
County Technology Team
Activity Type
Access
Professional Development
Content/Tech Integration
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No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type Funding Source Est $
Hardware, Software, Training, Infastructure Access
BS/CE
94327
SBA
44508
SUCCESS
117835
Total:
256670.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Provide for the continued maintenance and repair of technology equipment via contracted RESA
computer repair services and county technicians.
Persons Responsible
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Access
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Technical Support - HW maintenance Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
12000
12000.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Evaluate the use of computers and other technologies as tools in increasing student achievement
through usage logs, standardized test results and on-line benchmark formative assessments
Persons Responsible
School personnel
County personnel
Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
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1000
1000.00
Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #4
To offer local and distance learning staff development on technology to professional (teachers and
administrators) and service personnel to address the technology performance standards.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate how technology related professional development, including distance learning,
(2002-03) can be offered to professional and service personnel.
Year 2:
Continue to investigate how technology related professional development, that may include
(2003-04) distance learning, can be offered to professional and service personnel.
Year 3:
Finalize how the process for technology related professional development, that may include
(2004-05) distance learning, can be offered to professional and service personnel.
Year 4:
3 hours of technology related professional development that may include distance learning
(2005-06) to be offered to professional and service personnel.
Year 5:
6 hours of technology related professional development that may include distance learning
(2006-07) to be offered to professional and service personnel.
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #4
Survey professional and service personnel to assess the technology needs for staff development
(including use of Teacher Universe).
Persons Responsible
County Technology Team
School Technology Teams
County Staff Development Council
Activity Type
Access
Professional Development
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Professional Development General Funds
Total:
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500
500.00
Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #5
To increase the number of students making AYP in the content areas of math, science, language arts
and social studies through the innovative use of technology.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
To reduce the percent of students in the first quartile by 1% (per SAT-9 results and OEPA
(2002-03) Standard).
Year 2:
To reduce by 10% the percentage of students not meeting AYP per NCLB in the identified
(2003-04) subgroups in each of the schools
Year 3:
To decrease the number of students not meeting AYP per NCLB in the identified
(2004-05) subgroups in each of the schools (minimally meet safe harbor conditions)
Year 4:
To decrease the number of students not meeting AYP per NCLB in the identified
(2005-06) subgroups in each of the schools (minimally meet safe harbor conditions)
Year 5:
To decrease the number of students not meeting AYP per NCLB in the identified
(2006-07) subgroups in each of the schools (minimally meet safe harbor conditions)
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #5
To integrate web based lessons (e.g. SAS InSchool, Marco Polo, Reinvent, Try Science, Webquest, I
Know) and Compass BS/CE into the curriculum via hardware/software purchased with EdTech, BS/CE,
SUCCESS and grant funds with the goal of increasing student achievement and access to technology -with the county TIS and IBM delivering professional development for implementation
Persons Responsible
Classroom Teachers
Technology Integration Specialists
Activity Type
Professional Development
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source
In-Kind TIS Support via Grant Professional Development Rural School Initiative 50000
Total:
2
Est $
Professional Development
Professional Development BS/CE
Total:
50000.00
10000
10000.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #3, Technology Improvement Objective #5
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To integrate into the curriculum technology applications (spread sheets and graphs), virtual labs (e.g.
SAS In School and Marco Polo) and innovative simulations/strategies (e.g. Classroom Inc. -- Green
Mountain, Sports Network, etc.).
Persons Responsible
Classroom Teachers
Technology Integration Specialists
Activity Type
Professional Development
Content/Tech Integration
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Professional Development General Funds
Total:
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1000
1000.00
Instructional Goal #4
The Board shall recruit and retain, through salary and benefits that are regionally competitive, the most
qualified professional educators and administrators, who also shall receive on-going professional
development programs to continuously improve the knowledge and skills necessary for student
success.
Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #1
One hundred percent (100%) of the Marion County schools shall have access to the support and
services of a County Technology Integration Specialist (TIS).
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate the concept of the County Technology Integration Specialist (TIS)
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Post, interview and hire a county
(2003-04) Technology Integration Specialist
Year 3:
Continue to provide for salary and benefits as well as travel, equipment, and supplies in
(2004-05) order to serve the schools
Year 4:
Continue to provide for salary and benefits as well as travel, equipment, and supplies in
(2005-06) order to serve the schools
Year 5:
Continue to provide for salary and benefits as well as travel, equipment, and supplies in
(2006-07) order to serve the schools
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Fund through RESA VII the TIS position for school year 2004-2005
Persons Responsible
Superintendent
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
Salary/Benefits Admin/Support Procedures Rural School Initiative 55000
Total:
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55000.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Fund through RESA VII the TIS position for school year 2005-2006
Persons Responsible
Superintenent
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
Salary/Benefits Admin/Support Procedures Ed Tech Formula - Round 3 62278
Total:
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62278.00
Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #2
One hundred percent (100%) of the Marion County schools shall have access to the support and
services of a County Computer Technician(CCT). Explore and possibly additional computer technicians.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate funding source for County Computer Technicial (CCT).
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Provide funding for the position; employ CCT.
(2003-04)
Year 3:
Provide funding for the position as well as travel, equipment, supplies and computer in
(2004-05) order to service the schools -- explore the employment of addional technicians
Year 4:
Provide funding for the position as well as for travel, equipment, and supplies in order to
(2005-06) service the schools
Year 5:
Provide funding for the position as well as for travel, equipment, and supplies in order to
(2006-07) service the schools
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Retain the most qualified applicant for the position of County Computer Technician; explore the
employment of additional CCTs for 2005-2006
Persons Responsible
Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Administrative Assistant for Personnel
E-Rate Coordinator
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
Activity Type
1
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Salary/Benefits
Funding Source Est $
Total:
2
35000
35000.00
Salary/Benfits (2 add'l CCTs) Admin/Support Procedures E-Rate Year 8
50000
General Funds
20000
Total:
70000.00
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Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #3
One hundred percent (100%) of Marion County's professional staff will effectively use computer
applications and peripherals to enhance student achievement in the areas of need as identified by the
state-wide assessments.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Begin to assess the needs of the professional staff relative to the effective use of computer
(2002-03) applications and equipment -- begin development of a survey
Year 2:
Activate the development of a survey and analyze results to determine the needs of the
(2003-04) professional staff relative to the effective use of computer applications and equipment.
Plan a multi-year program of professional development to meet defined needs of the
Year 3:
professional staff -- begin to select and train a cadre of teachers who will serve as the
(2004-05)
trainer of trainers
Year 4:
Continue the training of the cadre of trainers will offer staff development to the professional
(2005-06) staff
Year 5:
Cadre of trainers will continue to offer staff development to the professional staff
(2006-07)
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Develop and administer a survey to assess training needs of the professional staff; analyze survey
results
Persons Responsible
Staff Development Council
Activity Type
Professional Development
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Supplies
Funding Source Est $
Professional Development General Funds
Total:
500
500.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Plan a professional development program for 2005-2006 based on survey needs and ISTE Standards -gear the offerings to the teacher's level of technology proficiency per the ISTE Standards
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Persons Responsible
Staff Development Council
County Technology Integration Specialist
Activity Type
Professional Development
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source
Est $
Professional Development Professional Development Prof Devel Budget 200
Total:
200.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #4, Technology Improvement Objective #3
Investigate and attempt to secure funding to provide additional school-based Technology Integration
Specialists
Persons Responsible
Administrative Assistant for Personnel
Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent for Instruction
Activity Type
Content/Tech Integration
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Content/Tech Integration General Funds
Total:
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500
500.00
Instructional Goal #5
The Board shall maintain facilities that are safe and that meet the educational needs of students in an
efficient and economical manner.
Instructional Goal #5, Technology Improvement Objective #1
County will provide Digital Security Systems for all schools, including but not limited to, 2-way intercoms
and color security cameras with secure web access.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Planning for implementation in all county high schools
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Continue planning; seek funding for one high school
(2003-04)
Year 3:
Continue to seek funding for one high school
(2004-05)
Year 4:
Implement security camera system and/or 2-way intercoms in one high school
(2005-06)
Year 5:
Implement security camera system and/or 2-way intercoms in a second and/or third high
(2006-07) school per available funding
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #5, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Research, advertise for bids, and purchase Digital Security equipment including professional
development and training on use and maintenance of equipment by administrators, educators and
support staff in one high school for 2005-2006
Persons Responsible
County Superintendent
Principal
County Technology Coordinator
Maintenance Director
Activity Type
Professional Development
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No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Hardware - Other Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
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80000
80000.00
Instructional Goal #6
The Board shall encourage economic development through building partnerships with private and
public agencies interested in the enhancement of quality education in Marion County.
Instructional Goal #6, Technology Improvement Objective #1
All Marion County high schools will participate in a summer technology-based student mentorship
program through established relationships with the WV High Tech Consortium and other
technology-based companies.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate how to build relationships with technology-based businesses
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Establish relationships with multiple technology-based businesses to provide summer
(2003-04) student mentorships
Year 3:
Establish relationships with up to 10 technology-based businesses to provide summer
(2004-05) student mentorships
Year 4:
Develop and field test a summer student mentorship program in the high schools
(2005-06)
Year 5:
Implement summer student mentorship program in all high schools
(2006-07)
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #6, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Survey companies and students for interest.
Persons Responsible
County Work Based Learning Liaison
School WBL Facilitators
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Supplies
Funding Source Est $
Stakeholder Involvement General Funds
Total:
500
500.00
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Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #6, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Establish Mentorship Advisory Committee (if feasible, utilize current Work-Based Learning Advisory
Committee) and conduct preliminary meetings to review goals and objectives of the relationships.
Persons Responsible
County Workbased Liaison
School WBL Facilitators
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
Meeting Room Rent Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
250
250.00
Technology Activity: #3, Instructional Goal #6, Technology Improvement Objective #1
Develop the plan-of-action and standard procedures for interactions.
Persons Responsible
Mentorship Advisory Committee
Activity Type
Admin/Support Procedures
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Substitutes
Funding Source Est $
Admin/Support Procedures General Funds
Total:
1200
1200.00
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Instructional Goal #6, Technology Improvement Objective #2
All Marion County schools will utilize consulting services from technology-based partners in education
for at least three hours of curriculum and/or staff development.
Indicators of Achievement:
Year 1:
Investigate establishing relationships with technology-based businesses
(2002-03)
Year 2:
Continue to investigate how to establish relationships with technology-based businesses
(2003-04)
Year 3:
Establish relationships with 10 technology-based businesses
(2004-05)
Year 4:
At least 25% of schools will utilize three hours of consulting services from
(2005-06) technology-based partners
Year 5:
At least 50% of schools will utilize three hours of consulting services from
(2006-07) technology-based partners
Technology Activity: #1, Instructional Goal #6, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Administer survey to companies to gauge interest in providing in-kind services for education (possibly
as an online survey).
Persons Responsible
County Work Based Learning Liaison
School WBL Facilitator
Activity Type
Stakeholder Involvement
No. Budget Item
1
Activity Type
Funding Source Est $
In-Kind Support Stakeholder Involvement General Funds
Total:
500
500.00
Technology Activity: #2, Instructional Goal #6, Technology Improvement Objective #2
Establish Technology Consulting subcommittee of the professional staff development council and
conduct preliminary meetings to assess technology needs for curriculum and faculty professional
development.
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Persons Responsible
County Prof. Staff Development Council
Activity Type
Professional Development
No. Budget Item Activity Type
1
Substitutes
Funding Source
Est $
Admin/Support Procedures Prof Staff Devl Fund 600
Total:
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600.00
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 3 Objective 5 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 4 Objective 1 and Activity 2
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 3 Objective 3 and Activity 1
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 4 Objective 1 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 4 Objective 1 and Activity 2
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 3 Objective 5 and Activity 2
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 2 Objective 2 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 3 Objective 2 and Activity 3
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 3 Objective 3 and Activity 3
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 4
2. Does the county plan include strategies that address the computer equipment currently available or
budgeted for purchase?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 3 Objective 3 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 3 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 2 Objective 5 and Activity 1
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 3 Objective 3 and Activity 1
6. Does the county plan include the existing or budgeted maintenance contracts to maintain computers?
yes
This is addressed under Goal 3 Objective 3 and Activity 2
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 4
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? 23
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?
8/01/2004
When was the public meeting held for CIPA Compliance?
10/16/2001
Provide the URL to your acceptable use policy.
www.marionboe.com
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