Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Ridgetop 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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Ridgetop Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Ridgetop Elementary
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2008-2009
The following staff participated in the development of this Technology Plan:
Joaquin Gloria III
Maria Martel
Laura Rice
Estrella Cases
Marta Johnson
Susan Monahan
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.
Joaquin Gloria III
Principal
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Laura Rice
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
220
20
4
0
5
2
100
10
0
Summary of current technology needs on our campus:
A computer lab on our campus would be most beneficial. The COWs are near the end of their useful lives; a couple have already
died. We need at least two more printers for our classroom networks. We could also use more bilingual software. It would be great
to have a full time, or at least a half-time tech person; or at least pay a stipend to someone who is willing to take on this task as part of
their other duties.
Summary of most recent Campus STaR Chart Data
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
Students per Computer
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Campus Rating
2
2
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
2
2
2
1
2
1
Campus Rating
2
2
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
2
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Internet Access Connectivity/Speed
Other Classroom Technology
Technical Support
Local Area Network Wide Area Network
Distance Learning Capacity
4
2
2
2
2
Staff Development Needs
At Ridgetop Elementary we consider ourselves developing in all areas. Our teachers need more training in the integration of the
technology IPGs into the core content areas. More emphasis on technology training during staff development days would be
beneficial. Stipends for attending workshops of this nature might be motivating.
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 2nd should be building a foundation in technology, whereas students in 3rd through 5th should be able to
begin applying these skills in a project/product based environment.
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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.

*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.

*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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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.
2.
Utilize learning.com to deliver
Technology Applications
curriculum in all classrooms
Implement Technology Literacy
assessment for grade 5 students
utilizing Learning.com curriculum,
and use results to plan for future
instruction.
2008-2009
Classroom
teachers
May 08-09
ITRC
5th grade teacher
Learning.com
Class/library computers
headphones
Class/library computers
Learning.com
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 08-09.
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.
Provide training for teachers to
input scores into AIMS and District
Power.
BoY 2008
Campus contacts
Campus
Administration
Staff development time
ITRC
Campus contact time
Teacher time
Data entered by all teachers within input
window timeframes.
2.
Teachers input appropriate
assessment scores during each
input window at BoY, Moy, and
EoY.
2008-2009
Classroom
teachers,
Campus
administration
AIMS,
District Power
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
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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 instruction for students,
concerning AUP, citing of sources,
copyright, and personal safety
issues.
2008-2009
Librarian/ITRC
Classroom
teachers
Learning.com
AISD software
(Nettrekker.com etc.)
Student actions reflect an understanding
and respect for the ethical use of
technology in all areas and activities.
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.
Use United Streaming videos to
enhance core content instruction
2008-2009
2.
Use of Reading Counts at all levels
to reinforce reading instruction
2008-2009
3.
Use of district library resources for
research, inquiry, and current
events.
2008-2009
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Classroom
teachers,
Librarian
Classroom
teachers,
Librarian
Classroom
teachers,
Librarian
Unitedstreaming.com
Reading Counts software,
Classroom/library compute
All instructional staff are using United
Streaming for group and individualized
instruction
Student reading and English language
acquisition improves
IBistro
Netrekker.com
Students use these resources for
classroom research projects
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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.
Provide teacher technology training
whenever possible during teacher
work days and after school.
2008-2009
2.
Teachers encouraged and given
time to share technology success
stories at faculty meetings
2008-2009
Technology
facilitator,
Classroom
teachers
Classroom
teachers,
Principal
Classroom/library computers
Teachers will attend training sessions;
sign-in sheets will be kept.
Faculty meetings
Teachers learn from each other about new
ways of using technology.
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.
Provide training in the use of
AIMS, District Power, Integrade
Pro
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Technology
facilitator, ITRC,
Specialists
AIMS, District Power,
Integrade Pro
Teachers and administration use data
derived from these tool to make effective
individualized decisions regarding student
performance.
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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.
Consider all options (i.e. district
vendor list, available products and
options, teacher needs in improving
instruction, teacher input, student
and campus needs) when making
decisions for yearly campus
technology rollout purchases
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.
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Technology
Committee,
Teachers,
Campus
Administration
AISD vendor/product list,
yearly campus discretionary
technology roll-out funds
Items purchased with roll-out funds will
promote use of emerging technology for
instructional delivery and studentcentered technology.
2008-2009
Classroom
teachers,
ITRC/Librarian,
Technology
Facilitator
Classroom/library computers,
Digital cameras, projectors,
Powerpoint, iMovie, iPhoto,
etc.
Student technology projects on display in
the building and on the web-site.
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