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Pickerington Schools Technology Plan • 1
Executive Summary
This technology plan is the current best representation of the District’s vision,
goals, and objectives for instructional technology. As such, it is a living
document that will always be under revision and adjustment. It is flexible, but
specific enough to act as a guide in decision making and budgeting funds. It
is the intention of the Pickerington Local School District Technology
Committee to make recommendations with specific goals and objectives in
mind. This on-going, constantly updated plan, with its associated timelines
and priorities, provides guidance.
The recommendations contained in this technology plan are intended to
provide direction for the Board of Education, Superintendent, Assistant
Superintendent, Treasurer, directors, principals, building administrators,
building technology advisors, teachers, support staff, parents, and students in
planning for technology initiatives.Building on the existing infrastructure, the
plan outlines steps needed to achieve the next level of development. This plan
for the use of technology and is designed to have a significant positive impact
on teaching and learning in the District.
Through these supports, and with the current plan, the District continues to
deepen teachers’ and administrators’ understandings of the uses of
technology to support learning. This technology plan continues to outline
overarching goals for the continued integration of technology in the District.
Overarching Goals for Technology
1. Improve student achievement and academic growth
2. Enhance the curriculum
3. Integrate technology into the curriculum to increase academic
opportunities
4. Increase 21st century technology skills of all students and all staff
5. Every school will have the infrastructure to support learning with
technology
6. Utilize technology to expand the academic environment outside of the
traditional school day
7. Educate staff members on the importance instructional technology
best practices and social media skills and give professional
opportunities to all staff members.
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Pickerington Schools Technology Plan • 2
Table of Contents
Technology Committee & Planning Process
Mission of the Technology Committee ………………………………………………………… 6
Technology Planning Process ……………………………………………………………………….. 8
Vision & Instructional Purpose
District Vision, Mission and Belief Statements …………………………………………….
Technology Vision ………………………………………………………………………………….……….
Instructional Purpose ………………………………………………………………………………………
Technology Standards …………………………………………………………………………………….
Essential Conditions ………………………………………………………………………………………..
Connection with Teaching and Learning ………………………………………….…………..
Common Definitions for Digital Learning ……………………………………………………..
Common Definitions of Instructional Technology Tools …………………………….
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Gears of Blended Learning
PLSD’s Gears of Blended Learning………………………………………………………………… 26
Current Technology Inventory
Recent Technology Accomplishments ………………………………………………………….
Current Infrastructure Status ………………………………………………………………………….
Current Inventory of Devices per Building …………………………………………………….
Current Inventory of Near End of Life Devices per Building ……………………….
Criteria for Near End of Life Devices ……………………………………………………………..
Current Software Usage ………………………………………………………………………………….
Google Apps for Education …………………………………………………………………………….
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Future Implementation Plans
Technology Objectives from PLSD Strategic Plan ……………………………………… 44
One2One Digital Learning Program Plan ……………………………………………………… 47
Goals - One2One Digital Learning Program Plan ………………………………………… 50
One2One Digital Learning Program Milestones ………………………………………….. 51
Why Chromebooks for 5th - 12th Grades and iPads for K-4? ……………………. 62
Device Insurance ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 65
Expected Results ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 67
Educators & Programs
Technology Staff & Support ……………………………………………………….………………….. 70
Media Centers Supporting the Technology Plan …..……………………………………. 72
Teaching and Administration Expectations ………………………………………………….. 73
Student Technology Guru Program ……………..……………………………………………….. 75
Professional Development
Professional Development Plan …………………………………………………………………….. 78
Available Professional Development Opportunities ……………………………………. 81
Partnership with Tierney Professional Development Team ………………………. 83
Policies & Procedures
Computer Network and Internet Acceptable Use Policy …………………………….
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Procedure ……………………………………………………
Social Media Policy ………………………………………………………………………………………….
Staff Laptop Administrative Guidelines …………………………………..……………………
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Special Projects
Special Projects ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 102
PickConnect Partnership Program ………………………………………………………………. 103
Evaluation & Resources
Evaluation of Effective Use of Technology ………………………………………………….. 106
Resources …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 123
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Pickerington Schools Technology Plan • 4