Highland Park
Department of Instructional Technology
Highland Park Elementary
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2008-2009
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. The campus strategies focus on goals and objectives related to Teaching
and Learning and Educator Staff Development.
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Highland Park Elementary
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2008-2009
The following staff participated in the development of this Technology Plan:
Kyle Etie
Lisa Marques
Janet Matetich
Brunello
Beth Finkle
Margaret Williams
Mandy Jatzlau
Oscar Vaz (parent)
Pam Gonzalez
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Principal
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Instructional Technology Resource Contact
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Existing Infrastructure Conditions:
Number of students
Number of teachers
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
550
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225
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Summary of current technology needs on our campus:
(Brief summary describing current hardware/infrastructure issues/status.)
Summary of most recent Campus STaR Chart Data
School Technology and Readintess – 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
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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
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Students per Computer
Internet Access Connectivity/Speed
Other Classroom Technology
Technical Support
Local Area Network Wide Area Network
Distance Learning Capacity
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Staff Development Needs
Need training re: integrating Tech TEKS into curriculum, will be built into school calendar during teacher workdays & after school
sessions, heavy emphasis next year & gradually decreasing emphasis following 3 years. Training will cover a number of subjects
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New web-based reporting system (gradebook/report cards/student data mgmt) & other district-standardized administrative
software
Licensed web-based district resources (ie: United Streaming, NetTrekker, etc)
Operating system & basic/intermediate/advanced universal computer skills
Web-browsing
Keyboarding & word processing
Desktop publishing & layout
Presentation software (ie: Powerpoint, Keynote))
Visual-mapping software (ie: Inspiration/Kidspiration)
Spreadsheets & graphing
Databases & searching
Media creation/manipulation
Other as needed or stipulated by Tech TEKS
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Future Vision and Direction
Need new computer systems to replace aging (7-10 yrs old) student/teacher workstations w/ very small hard drives & minimum RAM
Need classroom electronic presentation systems
Need more laptop carts, 1 for each grade level
Plan to roll out new hardware & refresh as much aging hardware as possible 2008-2011 via AISD bond funding
4 yr cycle of staff training as described above in previous section
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Alignment with Austin ISD Technology Plan 2007-2010
The following goals and objectives are from the District Technology Plan. Campuses will focus on four objectives from Goal 1
and.three objectives from Goal 2.. The campus focus objectives are shown below in boldface and are marked with a “*”. Campuses
may choose to include additional objectives in their Campus Tech Plan.
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.
All Learners will:
 have access to relevant technologies, tools, resources and services for individualized instruction 24/7.
 use information and communication technologies to collaborate, construct knowledge and provide solutions to real-world
problems
 use research based strategies in all subject areas to improve academic achievement.
 communicate effectively in a variety of formats for diverse audiences.
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*Objective 1.1: Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level.
Objective 1.2: Offer and provide the Technology Applications high school courses to meet the curriculum and graduation
requirements specified in 19 TAC Chapter 74.
*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 1.4: Develop strategies to monitor and document progress of integration of technology into curricula and instruction and to
monitor and report student mastery of the Technology Applications TEKS to TEA.
*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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Goal 1: Teaching and Learning (Continued)
Objective 1.6: Implement innovative programs that promote parental and student involvement, increased communication with parents,
students and community members, and community access to educational resources.
Objective 1.7: Ensure that school libraries have the latest technology and online resources for student research and curriculum
integration and to assist teachers in teaching information literacy and Technology Applications Skills
*Objective 1.8: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of the foundation curriculum to meet the diverse and personal
learning needs of all students.
Objective 1.9: Ensure accessibility by all students to technology-based instruction and adaptive/assistive devices as appropriate.
Objective 1.10: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of specialized or rigorous courses and expanded curricular offerings
through the use of technology, including distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and personal
learning needs of all students.
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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
All educators will:
 develop new learning environments that utilize technology as a flexible tool where learning is collaborative, interactive and
customized
 ensure integration of appropriate technology throughout all of curriculum and instruction.
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*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 2.3: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of ongoing professional development through the use of technology,
including online and other distance learning and digital content services.
Objective 2.4: Provide staff development and document progress of teachers towards mastery of the Technology Applications
Educator Standards I-V.
*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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Goal 3: Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support
Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support at all levels address the creation of a shared vision, encourage and sustain the
appropriate integration of technology, use modern information technology tools to embrace accountability and use data for decisionmaking.
All leaders will:
 develop, implement, budget for and monitor a dynamic technology plan to meet the needs of a changing workforce and
economy
 offer expanded instructional opportunities to students via online digital content, and a variety of distance learning technologies.
 provide opportunities for sustained, relevant and timely staff development in a variety of formats.
 expect appropriate technology use throughout the teaching and learning process.
 Provide an electronic communications system to foster collaboration
 Provide easy access to student data for effective analysis and decision making
 Support a comprehensive student data system
 Allow parents to access their student’s data
 Support business practices with an all-inclusive software package
 Create and support applications to meet the request of instructional leaders
Objective: 3.1 Incorporate ongoing technology planning in classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans.
Objective: 3.2 Promote a comprehensive planning process that involves all stakeholders.
Objective: 3.3 Create budget and secure funding to support technology identified in classroom, library, campus, and district planning
efforts.
Objective: 3.4 Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decision making focused on success.
Objective: 3.5 Provide parents secure electronic access to student information.
Objective: 3.6 Incorporate mastery of SBEC Technology Applications Standards into local educator appraisal system.
Objective: 3.7 Budget for, offer, and support expanded online curriculum and instructional opportunities to students.
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Goal 3: Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support (Continued)
Objective: 3.8 Participate in collaboration with representatives from Pre-K-12, higher education, parents, businesses and community
to share resources and services.
Objective: 3.9 Provide position appropriate training for all staff.
Objective: 3.10 Support an interactive, integrated system for data
Objective: 3.11 Design, implement and maintain enterprise applications and services
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Goal 4 ~ Infrastructure for Technology
Infrastructure for Technology focuses on hardware, software, and tech support personnel. The infrastructure must be secure, stable,
supportable, flexible, scalable and follow common standards in order to grow with new technologies.
The infrastructure will provide
 measures to ensure all data is secure and accurate.
 data standards to support interoperability and accessibility for all users
 reliable hardware, software and infrastructure
 equitable access to computers, systems, and e-learning technologies for all users
 technical assistance to support teaching and learning.
 provide a robust network within and between schools
Objective 4.1: Design, install and maintain a technology and telecommunications infrastructure for communications and services that
ensures reliable secure equitable access.
Objective 4.2: Strive to achieve and maintain a personal computing device access ratio of 1:1 for both students and professional
educators.
Objective 4.3: Provide on-demand access to appropriately configured technology for all students and staff, including those with
disabilities.
Objective 4.4: Maintain an obsolescence policy to ensure maximum efficiency and use of technology and infrastructure by all students
and staff.
Objective 4.5: Provide and maintain an infrastructure for communications with parents and community members, including yearround access to school news, educational resources, data and personnel.
Objective 4.6: Maintain a high level of customer service
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Note: Delete this note before publishing. Spaces for three strategies per objective have been provided, You may
choose to increase or decrease the number of strategies per objective. You may add additional objectives to
address specific campus needs..Please adjust page breaks as needed before publishing.
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.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Schedule computer literacy &
student software/projects lessons
by Tech. Specialist (ITRC) for
teachers
2.
Implement AISD Technology
Applications Scope and
Sequence in core content,
provide TEKS copies to all
grade-level teams
3.
Utilize the learning.com resource
to deliver the technology
applications curriculum in all
classrooms
Utilize United Streaming videos
to enhance core content
instruction/instruct teachers on
use of site
4.
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ongoing
throughout year
on retreat
days/inservice
days/fac mtg
days as needed
ongoing
throughout
year/TEKS
provided
beginning of
year
Ongoing
throughout year
ITRC/teachers/principal
schedule
Lab/operating system
overviews & specific
software applications
instruction
All teachers/ ITRC
AISD Scope & Sequence &
TEA TEKS /lab, classroom
computers, laptops, all
applications
All teachers/ITRC
Learning.com state-adopted
online technology
curriculum
Ongoing
throughout
year/train earlymid fall 2008
Classroom
teachers/ITRC
District-licensed
unitedstreaming.com video
content/image library
Completion of training/lab sessions by
teachers & students, utilization of
skills in lessons w/ classes/students or
in administrative functions. Teachers
required to document student ompleted
projects
Teacher lesson plans and lab use
demonstrate implementation of TEKS;
students demonstrate mastery of tech
apps TEKS on 2nd and 5th grade
assessments
Every student and every teacher will
have and utilize learning.com accounts
in order to master the technology
applications curriculum
Use of videos to intro, extend,
research, or review core curriculum
content, discuss for comprehension,
utilize in research projects
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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.
Implement tracking functionality of
learning.com tech. curriculum for
all students in grade 1-5
Implement assessment of grade 5
technology proficiencies using
learning.com assess. instrument
Sept 2008
ITRC
May 2009
ITRC
3.
Teacher STAR chart completion
(indiv. tech self-assessment)
Spring 2009
All gr. level
teachers
TEA Texas STAR chart
online survey
4.
Campus STAR Chart Summary
completion (campus tech selfassessment)
Utilize STAR Chart to determine
campus instructional technology
needs (campus self-assessment)
Initiate tech-based project
assignments aligned w/ core
curriculum areas & tech curr.
Spring 2009
ITRC
TEA Texas STAR chart
online survey
Late spring
2008
Tech committee
TEA Texas STAR chart
online survey results
Ongoing
throughout year
All teachers,
ITRC
Lab, laptops, classroom
computers, online resources,
job-specific applications, etc
2.
5.
6.
Learning.com admin
interface/district student
database
Learning.com assessment
instrument/lab
Learning.com tracking records;
incorporation of select tech skills/subjects
into lessons (1st gr added this year)
Results of campus assessments will be
utilized to help plan instruction & areas of
focus in technology applications for
following year
STAR chart completed online &
submitted by all teachers & monitored by
ITRC
Campus STAR Chart Summary
submitted; on file with IT, TEA, and
campus
Campus STAR chart completed &
submitted, results shared, tech committee
uses in tech plan for following year
Students successfully complete assigned
tech-based projects & assigned grades for
the final product, documented by teacher
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
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7.
Utilize the learning.com resource
to deliver the technology
applications curriculum in all
classrooms/show teachers how to
spot-check scores throughout curr.
8. Utilize United Streaming training
& videos to enhance & provide
pre-approved core content
instruction
9. Continue to provide district
notification & feedback of
loopholes through firewall & have
them blocked & focus use of
websites on teacher-approved sites
10. Add learning.com curriculum unit
‘Communicatiing Online’ to gr 3-4
ontent re: internet safety &
responsibility
Ongoing
throughout year
All
teachers/ITRC
Learning.com state-adopted
online technology curriculum
Every student and every teacher will have
and utilize learning.com accounts in order
to master the technology applications
curriculum
Ongoing
throughout
year/train earlymid fall 2007
Ongoing
throughout year
Classroom
teachers/ITRC
District-licensed
unitedstreaming.com video
content/image library
Use of videos to intro, extend, or review
content, discuss for comprehension
ITRC/teachers
District web content-filtering
committee/ nettrekker.com
district-licensed search
engine service
Sept 08
ITRC
Learning.com state-adopted
online technology curriculum
Inappropriate sites ID’ed & firewall
blocking submitted/initiated, teaching
sharing use of usable sites like
starfall.com, etc, more utilization
ofnettrekker search engine over google
Student will complete Communicating
Online’ unit
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.
2.
Continue/increase grade level team
mentoring of technology lessons
Work w/ grade level teams to
deliver tech instructional units that
ID & address a pertinent aspect of
their tech curriculum, focusing on
lesser-used, lesser-familiarity tech
areas & applications & Tech TEKS
Ongoing
throughout year
Ongoing
throughout year
Grade level team
leaders/teachers
ITRC/teachers
Tech lesson plans shared
between team
Lab, laptops/various software
applications/5th gr Tech
Assessment scores/Tech
TEKS
Completed lesson/project in
lab/classroom
Completed lesson/project in
lab/classroom
3.
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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.
Schedule in calendar/retreat days
delivering training on a particular
instructional technology tool
Work w/ grade level teams to
deliver tech instructional units
that ID & address a pertinent
aspect of their tech curriculum,
focusing on lesser-used, lesserfamiliarity tech areas &
applications & Tech TEKS
Fall 2008
Principal/ITRC,/tech
comm./teachers
Applications (teacher admin
& students apps)
Training at faculty mtg completed,
student projects completed
Ongoing
throughout year
ITRC/teachers
Lab, laptops/various
software applications/5th gr
Tech Assessment
scores/Tech TEKS
Completed lesson/project in
lab/classroom
Objective 2.5: Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven instructional
decision-making.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
Provide documentation to help w/
understanding vocab. & rating
system for completion of Texas
Teacher STAR Chart (tech. selfassessment)
Utilize Tech TEKS & learning.com
Tech Assessment scoring feedback
(5th gr) to ID areas of weakness &
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Spring 2008
during STAR
chart window
Ongoing
throughout
year, 5th
ITRC/classroom
teachers
(grouped by
grades K-2 & 35)
ITRC/teachers
Tx STAR Chart guidebook &
readiness chart/STAR Chart
online survey
100% complaince/completion of teacher
Star Charts by TEA/district deadline
Tech TEKS/Learning.com
lesson tracking/scoring & 5th
gr. Assessment results
Completion of lessons, projects, or
reviews in weak areas
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address areas of weakness w/
lessons, projects, or reviews
4.
Work w/ each grade level team to
deliver tech instructional units that
ID & addresse a pertinent aspect of
their tech curriculum, focusing on
lesser-used, lesser-familiarity tech
areas & applications
assessment
from previous
year (is taken at
end of year)
Ongoing
throughout year
ITRC/teachers
Lab, laptops/various software
applications
Completed lesson/project in
lab/classroom
Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered technology
use.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
Expand use of cable/coax closed
circuit TV network to include
student-written scripts &
announcements
Classrroom presentation systems
installed for teachers in as many
rooms as possible
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Ongoing
throughout year
ITRC/parent
volunteers/5th gr
writing teachers
Closed circuit cable network
AM student written announcements
delivered weekly
Fall 2008
ITRC, Tech
Committee
2008 bond $ & possibly PTA
$, AV vendor/contractor
Presentation systems installed (doc
camera, overheard projector & speakers,
laptop), training provided per team
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Goal 3: Hardware/Software Considerations
Objective 3.1: Utilize available resources for hardware/software purchases per campus needs.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1
Assess hardware/software
needs/priorities/ purchases, base
installations & priorities on Tech
Committee’s 2008 report on
hardware priorities
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Fall 2008/
whenever
funds/budgets
become
available
Tech committee
Disrict bond & PTA tech
funds
Order, receipt, rollout, &
installation/integration of
hardware/software
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