Pillow Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Pillow Elementary School
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2009-2010
The Campus Technology Committee has developed this Technology Plan. It is aligned with the Austin
ISD Technology Plan and the State Long Range Plan for Technology and our Campus Improvement
Plan. The strategies focus on goals and objectives related to Teaching and Learning and Educator Staff
Development specifically related to the use of technology.
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Pillow Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Pillow Elementary School
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2009-2010
The following staff participated in the development of this Technology Plan:
Tonya King
Katie Lowery
Allan Shropshire
Principal and ITRC Signatures.
Fax this signature page only to Instructional Technology 414-6567. The entire plan should be submitted via email to Marc Thrall.
Tonya King
Principal
Katie Lowery
Instructional Technology Resource Contact
Existing Infrastructure Conditions:
Number of students
Number of teachers
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Average number of computers per classroom
Number of computer labs available for general use
Number of computers in library for student use
Number of wireless mobile computer labs (COWS)
Approximate number of computers (Teacher and Student)
Approximate number of computer projectors
Number of campus based technology support staff
3
1
3
2
150
15
0
Summary of current technology needs on our campus:
Majority of classroom computers are EOL. Teachers are frustrated by the lack of reliable technology resources, but make the effort to use
what is at their disposal. Lack of time for training, planning and implementation is also a critical issue. Our computer lab is finally
operational, and a weekly schedule is in place to ensure that teachers frequent the lab. The biggest concern on our campus is the lack of
on-campus technology support.
Summary of most recent Campus STaR Chart Data
1=Early Tech
2=Developing Tech
3=Advanced Tech
4=Target Tech
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TEACHING AND LEARNING
Patterns of Classroom Use
Frequency/Design of Instructional Setting Using Digital Content
Content Area Connections
Technology Applications (TA) TEKS Implementation
Student Mastery of Technology Applications (TA) TEKS
Online Learning
EDUCATOR PREPARATION AND DEVELOPMENT
Content of Professional Development
Models of Professional Development
Capabilities of Educators
Access to Professional Development
Levels of Understanding and Patterns of Use
Professional Development for Online Learning
LEADERSHIP, ADMINISTRATION, AND INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Leadership and Vision
Planning
Instructional Support
Communication and Collaboration
Budget
Leadership and Support for Online Learning
INFRASTRUCTURE FOR TECHNOLOGY
Students per Computer
Internet Access Connectivity/Speed
Other Classroom Technology
Campus Tech Plan 2009-2010
Campus Rating
3
3
2
2
1
2
Campus Rating
1
1
2
1
2
1
Campus Rating
2
2
3
3
1
2
Campus Rating
1
4
2
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Technical Support
Local Area Network Wide Area Network
Distance Learning Capacity
1
3
2
Tech Literacy Assessment Results (Elem and MS Only)
Grade Level:
Date of Assessment:
Number of students tested:
Average Scale Score:
% Students Met Proficiency Standard:
% Students Below Proficiency Standard:
5th grade
May 29, 2008 (for ’07-’08)
33
237
82%
18%
Campus Tech Support
Unfortunately, Pillow does not have any designated campus technology support. The needs of our staff are met primarily through the
assistance of tech savvy classroom teachers. We have a Technology Committee, with one representative serving from each grade level.
Each representative is charged with helping the members of their grade level with tech concerns. If they can’t help, they pass the problem
on to the ITRCs (both of whom are 1st grade classroom teachers).
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Future Vision and Direction
We believe that technology would be more seamlessly integrated if we had campus technology support personnel. With our computer lab
up and running, the coming years should have the majority of teachers utilizing the lab weekly, if not more often. Ideally, this increased
access to regular computer time will help improve student computer literacy, and will lead to improved TLA scores. However, because
the student-use computers in classrooms are virtually EOL, daily access to computers is still limited. We will continue to replace outdated
computers as we have the funds to do so. With the laptops received in Spring 2009, we will be able to move some computers from
teacher use to student use.
In three years, our campus would like to integrate technology through but not limited to:
 … exploring the financial possibility of a computer teacher /tech to help teachers integrate technology into planning and provide
instructional updates to teachers
 …the installation and daily use of Innovation Stations in all classrooms
 …use of technology web resources, such as UnitedStreaming, Learning.com, BrainPop, and district info databases
 …continuous updating of EOL computers, as funds allow
 … integration of technology to support our 5th graders in meeting or exceeding the TLA proficiency standard
 …weekly visits to the computer lab for all classes
Campus Improvement Plan Alignment
The following goals and objectives are taken from the Austin ISD District Technology Plan. Campuses will focus on four objectives from
Goal 1 and four objectives from Goal 2. Campuses may choose to include additional objectives in their Campus Tech Plan. The entire
Austin ISD Technology Plan is available for review.
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Goal 1: Teaching and Learning
Teaching & Learning focuses on the instructional needs of teachers and the learning needs of students in meeting the vision of technology
in education.
Objective 1.1: Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level.
Objective 1.3: Use digital diagnostic tools for formative evaluation to monitor progress toward the mastery of instructional
objectives. Integrate student performance data from district/state assessment instruments with electronic
curriculum resources to inform and differentiate instruction for every child.
Objective 1.5: Provide curriculum to ensure personal safety for students in a digital world and Acceptable Use Policies that
specify expectations and rules for students, parents, and teachers.
Objective 1.8: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of the foundation curriculum to meet the diverse and personal learning
needs of all students.
Goal 2: Educator Preparation and Development
Educator Preparation and Development addresses the staff development needs not only of teachers but of all the members of the
professional education community
Objective 2.1: Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation and
enrichment TEKS.
Objective 2.2: Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress,
and establish regular communication with parents and students.
Objective 2.5: Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven instructional decisionmaking.
Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered
technology use.
Goal 1: Teaching and Learning
Objective 1.1: Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level and provide
specialized courses in Technology Applications.
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Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Continue to implement AISD
technology scope and sequence in
core content.
2009-2010
All teachers,
Principal
2.
Regular use of Learning.com to
deliver technology curriculum
Student projects using technology
in grades 3-5
2009-2010
All teachers
Learning.com, BrainPop,
United Streaming,
ComicLife, Kidspiration, lab
use
Learning.com
2009-2010
3-5 classroom
teachers
Access to computer lab &
student computers, time
Meet or exceed TLA proficiency
standards; Evidence of technology
integration in teacher lesson plans;
Learning.com feedback
TLA scores
Learning.com feedback
Student work
3.
Objective 1.3: Use digital diagnostic tools for formative evaluation to monitor progress toward the mastery of instructional
objectives. Integrate student performance data from district/state assessment instruments with electronic
curriculum resources to inform and differentiate instruction for every child
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Utilize AIMS to report and utilize
benchmark, DRA, and TPRI data
2009-2010
2.
Use of Access to monitor LEP
student progress
2009-2010
3.
Utilize Star Charts to assess IT
needs
2009-2010
All teachers,
Reading
specialist,
Principal
Principal,
Classroom
teachers, LPAC
committee
All teachers,
ITRC
AIMS, benchmark scanner,
teacher computers
Data driven instruction; intervention as
identified by data analysis
Internet access, computer
TELPAS results, ESL instruction
Internet access, computer
Star Chart results
Objective 1.5: Provide curriculum to ensure personal safety for students in a digital world and Acceptable Use Policies that
specify expectations and rules for students, parents, and teachers.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Provide ands reinforce AISD
Acceptable Use Policies with
Technology
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ITRC, Principal,
Classroom
teachers, parents
AISD Acceptable Use
Policies with Technology,
Staff Handbook
Parent signed permission form
acknowledging understanding
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Model ethical use of technology at
school
2009-2010
Campus ITRC,
teachers, staff
AISD software and hardware
Acceptable use policies and technology
use rules and expectations adhered to
Objective 1.8: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of the foundation curriculum to meet the diverse and personal learning
needs of all students.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Utilize online technology to
enhance learning and student
achievement
2009-2010
Classroom
teachers
Learning.com, BrainPop,
United Streaming, etc
TLA results, Learning.com feedback,
increased student knowledge &
achievement
Goal 2: Educator Preparation and Development
Objective 2.1: Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation and
enrichment TEKS.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
3.
4.
Increase student use of
Learning.com by providing
adequate teacher training
Provide training to better utilize
United Streaming for educational
videos, pictures, and documents
Provide training and support for
new technology
Survey staff to identify areas in
need of training
2009-2010
2009-2010
2009-2010
2009-2010
ITRC,
Classroom
teachers
ITRC,
Classroom
teachers
ITRC, classroom
teachers
ITRC, classroom
teachers,
principal
Learning.com, Computer Lab
Learning.com feedback, TLA scores
UnitedStreaming.com,
computers, projector
Increased student knowledge and
achievement
Laptops, Innovation Stations,
printers
Time
Increased use of technology in the
classroom
Survey results
Objective 2.2: Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress,
and establish regular communication with parents and students.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Update & utilize campus website
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ITRC
Campus website
Parent & community use of campus
website
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Objective 2.5: Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven instructional decisionmaking.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Continue to train & support
teachers in use of student data sites
2009-2010
ITRC,
Classroom
teachers, staff
AIMS, Access, Gradespeed
Data driven instruction
Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered technology use.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2009-2010
Principal, ITRC,
campus tech
committee,
classroom
teachers
Funds to purchase new
hardware
Increased integration of technology in
instruction
Increase the use of a wide variety
of technology – projectors,
document cameras, digital
microscopes, etc
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