Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
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.
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Summary of most recent Campus STaR Chart Data
School Technology and Readiness – Teacher Tool for Planning and Self-Assessing
Criteria and more information can be found online at http://starchart.esc12.net/
Campus STaR chart ratings based on Teacher STaR Charts as submitted to the Texas Education Agency.
Ratings are based on the following scale.
1=Early Tech
2=Developing Tech
3=Advanced Tech
4=Target Tech
TEACHING AND LEARNING Campus Rating
Patterns of Classroom Use 2
Frequency/Design of Instructional Setting Using Digital Content 2
Content Area Connections
Technology Applications (TA) TEKS Implementation
2
2
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
2
2
Campus Rating
2
2
2
1
2
2
Campus Rating
2
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Ridgetop Elementary
Planning
Department of Instructional Technology
Instructional Support
Communication and Collaboration
Budget
Leadership and Support for Online Learning
INFRASTRUCTURE FOR TECHNOLOGY
Students per Computer
Internet Access Connectivity/Speed
2
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
2
3
Other Classroom Technology
Technical Support
Local Area Network Wide Area Network
Distance Learning Capacity
2
2
2
2
Tech Literacy Assessment Results (Elem and MS Only)
Most recent data available from the 5 th and 8 th grade TLA. Probably last years,to be updated after this years TLA
Grade Level:
Date of Assessment:
5th
May 20, 2008
Number of students tested:
Average Scale Score:
% Students Met Proficiency Standard:
% Students Below Proficiency Standard:
25
205
36%
64%
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Campus Tech Support
As the ITRC, I can tell you that I spend more of my time on the technology part of the title than the instructional part. This morning I have spent a half hour with some 5 th graders on EZ tech and two full hours unjamming a printer, troubleshooting internet connections, moving EOL computers and replacing classroom computers, all by request of teachers. I spent a good deal of time at the beginning of the year setting up a computer lab, only to find out that we will have to dismantle it at the end of the year due to space considerations.
A person dedicated to this type of troubleshooting would allow me to focus on the instructional aspect of this title rather than the hardware. As it is, the classroom teachers are occasionally using technology applications with their students, but we need more.
Future Vision and Direction
Ridgetop aspires to be “advanced” within the next three years. We want to be able to integrate technology seamlessly into our curriculum, not just a class unto itself. Teachers should be comfortable and confident with their technology skills rather than afraid of it. Students in PreK through 2 nd should be building a foundation in technology, whereas students in 3 rd through 5 th should be able to begin applying these skills in a project/product based environment.
Campus Improvement Plan Alignment
Our Technology focus on the CIP will include closing the achievement gap concerning the digital divide amongst our students. The results from the last several TLAs clearly shows the gap between students with access to home computers and those without. Also, the use of innovation stations and district provided subscriptions to web-sites such as BrainPop will integrate nicely with the science and math curriculum.
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.
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
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 decision-making.
Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered technology use.
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Objective 1.1: Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level and provide specialized courses in Technology Applications.
Strategy
1.
Utilize learning.com to deliver
Technology Applications curriculum in all classrooms
Timeline
2009-2010
Person(s)
Classroom
Teachers , ITRC
2.
Implement Technology Literacy assessment for grade 5 students utilizing Learning.com curriculum, and use results to plan for future instruction.
May 09-10 Mr. Benedict,
ITRC
Resources
Learning.com, class /library computers
Learning.com, class /library computers
Evidence
All students in K-5 and every teacher will have and use learning.com account.
Usage reports verified by ITRC.
Student assessments completed by May
2008. Results utilized to plan instruction for technology applications for 09-10.
3.
Students in grades 3-5 will produce one technology related project per semester .
2009- 2010 ITRC, classroom teachers
District databases/Software Student projects on display during academic family nights; shared at faculty meetings.
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
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
1.
Provide training for teachers to input scores into AIMS and District
Power.
Timeline
BoY 2009
Person(s)
Campus contacts
Campus administration
Resources
Staff development time
ITRC
2.
Teachers input appropriate assessment scores during each input window at BoY, Moy, and
EoY.
2009-2010 Classroom
Teachers,
Campus
Administration
AIMS
District Power
Evidence
Data entered by all teachers within input window timeframes.
Data entered by all teachers within input window timeframes. Data used by all teachers to plan for instructionally sound decision making activities, individualized differentiated instruction, and extra services for students as needed
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
1.
Provide instruction for students, concerning AUP, citing of sources, copyright, and personal safety issues.
Timeline
2009-2010
Person(s)
Librarian/ITRC
Classroom teachers
Resources
Learning.com, district databases
Evidence
Student actions reflect an understanding and respect for the ethical use of technology in all areas and activities.
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
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
1.
Use United Streaming videos to enhance core content instruction
2.
Use of Reading Counts at all levels to reinforce reading instruction
3.
Use of district library resources for research, inquiry, and current events.
Timeline
2009-2010
2009-2010
2009-2010
Person(s)
Teachers
Librarian
Teachers
Librarian
Teachers
Librarian
Resources
United Streaming
RC software, class and library computers
District databases
Evidence
All instructional staff are using United
Streaming for group and individualized instruction and have their own account.
Student reading and English language acquisition improves
Students use these resources for classroom research projects.
Objective 2.1: Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation and enrichment TEKS .
Strategy
1.
Provide teacher technology training whenever possible during teacher work days and after school.
2.
Teachers encouraged and given time to share technology success stories at faculty meetings
Timeline
2009-2010
2009-2010
Person(s)
Technology
Facilitator
ITRC
Classroom teachers, ITRC,
Principal
Resources
Class/library computers,
District software
Faculty meetings
Evidence
Teachers attend training sessions, sign-in sheets kept .
Teachers learn from each other about new ways of using technology.
Objective 2.2: Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student
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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology progress, and establish regular communication with parents and students.
Strategy
1. Provide time at beginning of year for teachers to develop web-sites.
2. Provide Gradespeed refresher course for parents at the beginning of year.
Timeline
Fall 2009
2009-2010
Person(s)
ITRC, Tech facilitator
ITRC
Resources
AISD teacher web pages
Gradespeed
Evidence
Teachers will start the year with web-sites in place.
Teachers use Gradespeed to communicate with parents.
Objective 2.5: Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven instructional decision-making.
Strategy
1.
Provide training in the use of
AIMS, District Power
2.
3.
Timeline
2009-2010
Person(s) Resources Evidence
Teachers and administration use data derived from these tool to make effective individualized decisions regarding student performance.
Strategy
Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered technology use.
1.
Encourage teachers to use lessons involving technology-rich projects.
Display these projects in the building, the school web-site, at assemblies, and other venues deemed appropriate.
2.
Provide three teachers with
Timeline
2009-2010
2009-2010
Person(s)
Classroom teachers,
Librarian/ITRC,
Technology
Facilitator
Mrs. Tinsley
Resources
School computers, digital cameras, projectors,
Powerpoint, iMovie, iPhoto
Elmos, laptops
Evidence
Student technology projects on display in the building and on the web-site.
District provided innovation Teachers provide model lessons during
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Department of Instructional Technology
3.
innovation stations to enrich core content.
Mr. Benedict
Mrs. Schultz stations
Ridgetop Elementary faculty meetings in their classrooms on their use of this emerging technology
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