Action Plan
GOAL: By augmenting the availability of computers and training staff to leverage tools inherent in existing TSS software and
SMARTboard/Promethean Board hardware, Heritage High School intends to use communication software to increase student
attendance rates and fluency in computer skills, especially as they relate to Common Core standards and online assessment.
Objective
Task/ Activity
Time Frame
Materials will be
Ordering
June, 2012
ordered and received in
needed
Adams,
time for the summer
materials
business
High School Prep
Person
Responsible
(Name, role)
Dwayne
Contact’s City Schools Email
How Success Will Be
Measured and Documented
DRAdams@bcps.k12.md.us
Electronic order forms in
Resources
Needed
See Budget
K12Buy
Worksheet
manager
program for incoming
ninth graders.
Mr. Sherwin Alconis
Training in the
will know the
August, 2012
Michael
MASmith01@bcps.k12.md.us
Sign In Sheet
Trainers
use of the
Smith,
JMudd@bcps.k12.md.us
Written statement that Mr.
Internet-ready
procedures for using a
Promethean
Teacher
SAlconis@bcps.k12.md.us
Alconis is proficient in using
computer lab
Promethean Board and
Board with the
Support
will demonstrate
goal of
Systems
proficiency in its use.
teaching
Janet Mudd,
Promethean Boards.
12
colleagues
Teacher
back at
Support
Heritage High
Systems
School—3
hours
Ten ninth grade teachers
Face-to-face
August, 2012,
Michael
MASmith01@bcps.k12.md.us
Sign In Sheets
Trainers
will be trained in the use
instruction and
concurrent
Smith,
JMudd@bcps.k12.md.us
Written statement that
Internet-ready
of TSS (Blackboard
practice in the
with or just
Teacher
participants are proficient in
computer lab
Learn. 1 May 2012.
use of TSS’
prior to the
Support
using the email functionality
http://www.bcpss.org )
email
summer High
Systems
of TSS
for the purpose of
functionality
School Prep
Janet Mudd,
communicating with
program for
Teacher
students and parents
incoming
Support
concerning attendance
ninth graders.
Systems
and academic
assignments.
Enroll parents in the
Phone calls
September1 ,
Kamala
KHiller@bcps.k12.md.us
Logs of attempts to enroll
Telephone
Parent Portal so that
Fliers
2012
Carnes,
AAeversley@bcps.k12.md.us
parents into the Parent Portal
Copier
they are a part of the
Face-to-face
assistant
Visual inspection of TSS
Paper
TSS email network for
contact
principal
membership roster and count
Heritage High School
October 1,
2012
of parents who have enrolled
Aisha
November 1 ,
Eversley,
2012
Parent
in Parent Portal
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Liaison
December 1,
2012
9th grade
Teachers have not been
Random inspection of
Computers
from the
teachers of
identified as of the grant
teachers’ courses (with
ordered
functionality of TSS
teacher to each
the summer
submission date.
emailed feedback) to ensure
through this
with students during the
of his/her
High School
that teachers are, to the extent
grant
summer High School
students
Prep program
that the email system allows,
Internet
Prep program for
5 emails from
communicating to students
access
incoming ninth graders.
each student to
and parents concerning:
All ninth grade teachers
5 messages
will use the email
August, 2012
the teacher or

Academic progress
another

Attendance
student.

Missed work

Responses to
students’ and
parents’ questions

Upcoming
assessments

All ninth grade teachers
Verify this
August, 2012
Julius Zuke,
jzuke@bcps.k12.md.us
Printouts of TSS tracking
Computers
will send five messages
milestone
TSS Site
data
ordered
to each student during
electronically
Administrator
the summer bridge
through the
grant
program. All ninth
TSS tracking
Internet
through this
14
grade students will send
system
access
five messages to their
teachers.
Mr. Julius Zuke will
Training in the
September,
Michael
MASmith01@bcps.k12.md.us
Sign In Sheet
Trainers
know the procedures for
use of TSS
2012
Smith,
JMudd@bcps.k12.md.us
Written statement that Mr.
Internet
using TSS email and
email
Teacher
jzuke@bcps.k12.md.us
Zuke is proficient in the use
access
will demonstrate
Support
of TSS email and creating
proficiency in its use.
Systems
email groups
This knowledge will be
Janet Mudd,
shared with other
Teacher
teachers at Heritage
Support
High School who were
Systems
not trained over the
Julius Zuke,
summer.
TSS Site
Administrator
A cadre of thirty
Face-to-face
September,
Julius Zuke,
jzuke@bcps.k12.md.us
Sign In Sheet
Computers
teachers not a part of the
instruction and
2012
TSS Site
Written statement the
Internet
summer will know the
practice in the
Administrator
participants are proficient in
Access
procedures for using
use of TSS’
the use of TSS email and
TSS email to
email
creating email groups
communicate with
functionality
parents and students.
A cadre of forty
Face-to-face
September,
Julius Zuke,
teachers representative
instruction and
2012
TSS Site
jzuke@bcps.k12.md.us
Sign In Sheets
Computers
Written statement that
and internet
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of the several academic
practice in
Administrator
participants are proficient in
disciplines will know
setting up TSS
using the course-building
the procedures for
courses
functionality of TSS
access
setting up their class in
TSS and will be able to
maintain an online
presence for their
student materials and
announcements.
Teachers will post
Teachers will
By October 1,
Julius Zuke,
jzuke@bcps.k12.md.us
Random, unannounced
Internet
materials and activities
populate their
2012
TSS Site
inspections of teacher course
connectivity
supportive of Common
online classes
Administrator
sites to note postings of:
Core objectives on their
with course-
By November
And

Class assignments
TSS class web sites.
appropriate
1, 2012
Department

Directions for class
Students will access
content.
these materials on a
Teachers will
By January 5,
regular basis.
seek coaching
2013
Chairpersons
assignments

assignments

and assistance
Homework
Announcements of
with the
By February
upcoming tests,
process as
1, 2013
quizzes, and coach
needed.
classes
By March 1,
2013

Email
communication
between teachers
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By April 1,
and students to
2013
assess both
academics and
By May 15,
attendance

2013
Email
communications
between teachers
and parents to assess
both academics and
attendance

Tracking statistics of
student usage of the
site
Copies of feedback emails to
those teachers randomly
inspected.
Twenty-three teachers
Face-to-face
October,
Sherwin
from varied academic
instruction and
2012
disciplines who have
SAlconis@bcps.k12.md.us
Sign In Sheet
Computers
Alconis,
Written statement that the
Interactive
practice in
Special
participants are proficient in
whiteboards
interactive whiteboards
using
Educator
using Smart Boards or
access in t will know the
interactive
operational procedures
whiteboards.
of the interactive
Observation of
Promethean Boards.
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SMARTboard or
best practices
Promethean Board and
for using
will be able to design
interactive
and facilitate a lesson to
whiteboards in
their students which
the classroom.
incorporates effective
use of the technology.
Teachers will write and
Independent
Weekly
Department
implement lesson plans
lesson
October,
chairpersons
which incorporate the
planning
2012 to June,
Sarah Dexter-
use of interactive
sessions
2013
Thornton,
whiteboards to promote
Cooperative
English
constructive
lesson
Lily Brown,
engagement with
planning
Mathematics
content, skills, and other
sessions
Anita Snyder,
students.
Peer
Science
observation
April Myrick,
visits
Social
Department
Studies
chairperson
Adrena
observation
Prioleau-
visits
Womack,
SThornton02@bcps.k12.md.us
LBrown06@bcps.k12.md.us
Lesson plans that incorporate
Copiers
interactive whiteboard
Paper
activities which effectively
Toner
support Common Core
AMontes@bcps.k12.md.us
standards
APWomack@bcps.k12.md.us
Tally of number of teachers
who are using interactive
AJones06@bcps.k12.md.us
whiteboard technologies
effectively.
Business
Education
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Teachers with expertise
Full-day site-
January, 2013
Stephanie
in TSS email, online
based
Farmer,
course building, and
professional
Principal
interactive whiteboard
development
technologies will
activity
sfarmer@bcps.k12.md.us
Evaluation surveys from this
Evaluation
activity
surveys
Comparison of October test
Systemic test
Carter,
scores with baseline data for
data
from the October testing
Academic
this grant.
sessions to see if test
Dean
partner with teachers
lacking this skills to
share their knowledge
and skills.
Administrators will
Administrative
survey test score data
meeting
January, 2013
Rosalyn
rcarter@bcps.k12.md.us
scores are rising.
Administrators will
Administrative
survey attendance data
meeting
January, 2013
Rosalyn
rcarter@bcps.k12.md.us
Comparison of first quarter
Systemic
Carter,
attendance rates with baseline
attendance
from first semester to
Academic
data for this grant.
data
see if attendance rates
Dean
Comparison of these test
Systemic test
Carter,
scores with the baseline data
data
from the January
Academic
for this grant
testing sessions to see if
Dean
are rising
Administrators will
Administrative
survey test score data
meeting
March, 2013
Rosalyn
rcarter@bcps.k12.md.us
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test scores are rising
Administrators will
Administrative
survey attendance data
meeting
March, 2013
Rosalyn
rcarter@bcps.k12.md.us
Comparison of these
Systemic
Carter,
attendance rates with baseline
attendance
from the third quarter to
Academic
data for this grant
data
see if attendance rates
Dean
Comparison of these test
Systemic test
Carter,
scores with the baseline data
data
from the March testing
Academic
for this grant
sessions to see if test
Dean
are rising.
Administrators will
Administrative
survey test score data
meeting
August, 2013
Rosalyn
rcarter@bcps.k12.md.us
scores are rising.
Administrators will
Administrative
survey attendance data
meeting
August, 2013
Rosalyn
rcarter@bcps.k12.md.us
Comparison of these
Systemic
Carter,
attendance rates with baseline
attendance
from the fourth quarter
Academic
data for this grant
data
to see if attendance rates
Dean
are rising.
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What is the plan to sustain the goals once the grant ends?
In site-based Professional Development sessions, teachers who have been trained in the use of TSS tools and
SMARTboard/Promethean Board technologies will be paired with teachers who have not received the training to develop capacity for
those skills. This will include new hires. The department chairpersons will monitor the TSS statistics summary of those teachers under
their charge to ensure that students and teachers are regularly leveraging the features of TSS software. Teachers whose statistics show
low usage will receive counseling and retraining opportunities.
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ReTool Your School Grant
Professional Development Plan
GOAL: By augmenting the availability of computers and training staff to leverage tools inherent in existing TSS software and
SMARTboard/Promethean Board hardware, Heritage High School intends to use communication software to increase student
attendance rates and fluency in computer skills, especially as they relate to Common Core standards and online testing.
Objectives
Milestone
Strategies/Activities
Contacts Responsible
Contact City Schools
Timeframe
Email
Ten ninth grade
All ninth grade
Paid, hands-on
Michael A. Smith
MASmith01@bcps.k1
August, 2012
summer academy
teachers will send
instruction and practice
Janet Mudd
2.md.us
(Same dates as summer High
teachers will know the
five messages to each
in using the features of
(BCPSS Systems
operational procedures
student during the
TSS email. (2 hours)
Analysts)
for creating user
summer bridge
groups in TSS email
program. All ninth
and will be able to
grade students will
send email messages to
send five messages to
individual students and
their teachers.
School Prep program for
JMudd@bcps.k12.md.
incoming ninth graders.
us
Sessions could be held after
the student day.)
to groups of students.
Mr. Sherwin Alconis
Mr. Alconis receives
Paid, hands-on
Michael A. Smith
MASmith01@bcps.k1
will know the
mostly positive
instruction and practice
Janet Mudd
2.md.us
August, 2012
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operational procedures
feedback when he
in using the features of
(BCPSS Systems
of the Promethean
teaches these skills to
the Promethean Board
Analysts)
Board and will be able
teachers at Heritage
(2 hours)
to teach those
High School.
JMudd@bcps.k12.md.
us
procedures to his
colleagues at Heritage
High School
Mr. Julius Zuke will
Mr. Julius Zuke
Paid, hands-on
Michael A. Smith
MASmith01@bcps.k1
know the operational
receives mostly
instruction and practice
Janet Mudd
2.md.us
procedures of the TSS
positive feedback
in using the features of
(BCPSS Systems
email system and will
when he
TSS email.
Analysts)
be able to teach those
coaches/trouble-
procedures to his
shoots teachers for
colleagues at Heritage
these skills to
High School
teachers at Heritage
September, 2012
JMudd@bcps.k12.md.
us
High School.
Forty teachers will
As tracked by TSS
Paid, hands-on
Julius Zuke
JZuke@bcps.k12.md.u
know the procedures
software, 100% of
instruction and practice
Librarian, Heritage
s
for setting up their
the teacher’s students
in setting up a course in
High School
class in TSS and will
will consult the web
TS3
be able to maintain an
site for assignments
online presence for
and announcements.
By September 30, 2012
their student materials
and announcements.
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Thirty teachers will
All teachers will send
Paid, hands-on
Julius Zuke
JZuke@bcps.k12.md.u
know the procedures
five messages to each
instruction and practice
Librarian, Heritage
s
for setting up their
student during the
in using the features of
High School
class in TSS and will
summer bridge
TSS email.
be able to maintain an
program. All students
online presence for
will send five
their student materials
messages to their
and announcements.
teachers.
Twenty-three teachers
Each teacher’s lesson
Paid, hands-on
Sherwin Alconis
SAlconis@bcps.k12.m
will know the
rates a 3 or a 4 on
instruction and practice
Special Education
d.us
operational procedures
Key Action T-3 of
in using the features of
Teacher, Heritage
of the interactive
the Instructional
the SMART Board
High School
SMARTboard or
Framework and
orPromethean Board (4
Promethean Board and
Rubric (engage all
hours)
will be able to design
students in rigorous
and facilitate a lesson
work).
By September 30, 2012
By September 30, 2012
to their students which
incorporates effective
use of the technology.
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Heritage High School Technology Plan 2011-2014
School Vision: The vision of Heritage High School is to provide
School Mission: The mission of Heritage High School is to offer an
students with educational and technical experiences through
educational program that provides students with literacy skills; math
diversified instruction to prepare them for post-secondary college or
and science principles; and knowledge of technology applications,
career training experiences and to facilitate their growth as useful,
literature, and history that prepares them to pursue a college education
productive citizens.
or to enter the work force fully prepared for whatever path they
choose. During the four years that students spend at Heritage High
School, staff will also endeavor to develop their skills as literate and
articulate critical thinkers and to equip them with financial and
interpersonal skills sufficient to manage their personal business and
household affairs. Finally, staff will provide experiences that will
build character along with intellect, so that students will be equipped
to meet the future in a responsible, socially acceptable, and honest
manner.
Goal(s): (From School Performance Plan)
1. Between June, 2012 and June, 2013, the percentage of students reading on grade level will increase a minimum of 15 percentage points,
from 40% to 55%, as measured by MAP (Measures of Academic Progress©) data.
2. Between June, 2012 and June, 2013, the number of students receiving a GPA of 2.0 will increase by fifteen percent.
2. Between June, 2013 and June, 2013, the overall attendance average will increase by 15 percentage points, from 73% to 88%, as measured
by our school’s attendance plan implementation.
Needs Assessment:
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Collaboration, both formally and informally, is the process used to determine school instructional and administrative
telecommunications and technology needs. Meetings of the administrative council and the instructional leadership team are the usual venues
for discussing technology needs. There is currently no technology teacher in our school. To bridge this gap, tech-savvy teachers and the
library media specialist volunteer their time to conduct teacher technology training sessions both during the school day and after hours.
Heritage High School has 105 internet-capable computers in the business education department. Our two computer labs contain an additional
50 seats, and our 3 laptop carts provide an additional 60 computers. The campus library, a facility shared with another school, also has 49
seats. It should be noted, however, that about 50% of our computers are aging, and are approaching the point where repairs will soon not be
feasible. At this point, there is no budget for replacing outdated equipment. Our existing inventory of computers could be more widely
deployed if a WiFi system were in place.
Anecdotal data and results from NetDay Surveys confirm that students have some basic knowledge of technology operation, but are
not at a level where technology is a tool that they use to express critical thinking.
Our short term technology goal is for students to comfortably use workplace and academic technologies every day.
Our long term technology goal is for students to express their critical thinking using various types of technology.
Funding:
The major source of funding for schoolwide technology needs is the school’s operating budget, which is a recurring budget. From
September, 2011 until June, 2014, we anticipate spending $38,000.00 on technology.
Technology Acquisition:
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Recent acquisitions include eighteen SMARTboards, one Promethean Board, and the license for MAP (Measures of Academic
Progress©) reading testing and diagnostics , which will be launched in the fall of 2012. Several iPads and CASS student monitoring software
were also purchased during the current school year. All told, more than $20,000.00 in school funds was spent for these items. We anticipate
purchasing additional computers, WiFi capacity, and teacher training to support technology already in the building as future funding and
grant opportunities allow.
All technology purchases are made through the City Schools K12Buy portal, and planned purchases are sent to the City Schools
Instructional Technology department to ensure that all new equipment is compatible with existing equipment, and that new equipment can be
supported and upgraded by City Schools technicians.
Access:
In using technology at Heritage High School, we strive to make resources available to all students, regardless of age, grade level,
mental disability, physical ability or other conditions. Adaptive software such as Natural Reader are used to bridge individual deficits.
In using technology at Heritage High School, we strive to make resources available in all classrooms, for the widest possible access. To
insure equitable access, in-house technology training is offered to staff on a regular basis. When technology is used as part of instruction,
process charts and other forms of instruction are available to help the student succeed with the operation of technology.
Teachers are trained in the use of the Power Teacher Gradebook, the Student Management System, and other management software
provided by City Schools, so that data consistently informs instruction.
Appropriate use of the technologies owned by Heritage High School are governed by the City Schools Technology Acceptable Use
Policy. Student confidentiality and data are maintained within the City Schools computer network. Students and staff are frequently
cautioned to observe all copyright and licensing laws concerning printed materials, non-print media, and software. Staff and students are
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expected to use technology properly and maintain it in good condition. Malfunctioning equipment is promptly brought to the attention of the
City School help desk.
User Support:
There is no technical support staff on the payroll of Heritage High School. All requests for services and repairs are referred to the City
Schools Help Desk, which has consistently provided us with prompt, excellent service and support.
Professional Development Framework Goal/Outcomes:
The Technology Professional Development Goals for Heritage High School are:

To train staff in new software and tools provided through Baltimore City Public Schools by offering site-based instruction and
coaching, and by promoting formal training sessions through the City Schools iLearn network of staff development courses

To help teachers strategize the use of technology as they teach content-specific knowledge and skills

To encourage the use of the available PD360 online, self-pacing professional development resource, especially as it relates to the
Instructional Framework

To equip teachers to use systemic resources which bridge gaps in staff technology expertise. These resources include Instructional
Technology Support Services, Technical Support Services, and the Helpdesk. Key persons upon which Heritage High School consults
on a regular basis at central office are Michael A. Smith, Janet Mudd, Sherri Harris, Tyone Mercer, and Rajasekhara Bhavani.
Objective: 2.1 All teachers will meet State established standards for technology-related knowledge and skills.
Indicator: Provide professional development and support in the use of the online tools and resources in instruction, planning, communication,
assessment, collaboration, and research1
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(2011-2014 Information Technology Plan. Baltimore City Public Schools. 1 May 2012. <http://www.baltimorecityschools.org/Page/15342>)
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Activities
Timeline
Audience
Person
Evaluation/Evidence of
Responsible for
Successful Implementation
Follow Up Activities
Implementation
Ten ninth grade summer
August, 2012
Ten ninth grade summer
Michael A. Smith
All ninth grade teachers will
Teachers will continue to
academy teachers will know
(Same dates as
academy teachers
Janet Mudd
send five messages to each
email students and parents
the operational procedures
summer High
(BCPSS Systems
student during the summer
throughout the school year.
for creating user groups in
School Prep
Analysts)
bridge program. All ninth
TSS email and will be able
program for
grade students will send five
to send email messages to
incoming ninth
messages to their teachers
individual students and to
graders.
groups of students.
Sessions could be
Paid, hands-on instruction
held after the
and practice in using the
student day.)
features of TSS email. (2
hours)
Mr. Sherwin Alconis will
August, 2012
Mr. Sherwin Alconis
Michael A. Smith
Mr. Alconis receives mostly
Mr. Alconis will teach his
know the operational
Janet Mudd
positive feedback when he
skills to other teachers—see
procedures of the
(BCPSS Systems
teaches these skills to teachers
below.
Promethean Board and will
Analysts)
at Heritage High School.
be able to teach those
procedures to his colleagues
at Heritage High School
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Paid, hands-on instruction at
central office.
Mr. Julius Zuke will know
September, 2012
Mr. Julius Zuke
Michael A. Smith
Mr. Julius Zuke receives
Mr. Zuke will teach his skills
the operational procedures of
Janet Mudd
mostly positive feedback
to other teachers—see below.
the TSS email system and
(BCPSS Systems
when he coaches and
will be able to teach those
Analysts)
troubleshoots teachers for
procedures to thirty
these skills to teachers at
colleagues at Heritage High
Heritage High School.
School. Paid, hands-on
instruction and practice in
using the features of
TSS email
Forty teachers will know the
By September 30,
procedures for setting up
2012
Teachers
Julius Zuke
As tracked by TSS software,
Random, periodic interviews
Librarian, Heritage
100% of the teacher’s
with students to ensure that
High School
students will consult the web
the courses are being
be able to maintain an online
site for assignments and
maintained and used.
course presence for their
announcements.
their class in TSS and will
student materials and
announcements. Paid, handson instruction and practice in
setting up a course in TS3
(2 hours)
Twenty-three
By September 30,
Fifteen teachers who
Sherwin Alconis
Each teacher’s lesson rates a 3
Random, periodic interviews
2012
have interactive
Special Education
or a 4 on Key Action T-3 of
with students to ensure that
whiteboards in their
Teacher, Heritage
the Instructional Framework
the interactive whiteboards
classrooms
High School
and Rubric (…engage all
are being maintained and
students in rigorous work).
used.
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Program Evaluation:
1. In classes for all grade levels and content areas, when teachers are observed formally or informally, notations are made concerning the
use of technology to account for learner diversity and student-to-student interaction.
2. In classes for all grade levels and content areas, it is expected that varied technologies will be used to produce a final student product
or otherwise assess an outcome.
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