Lakeland R-III School District
Technology Plan
2008-2011
Lakeland R-III School District
12530 Lakeland School Drive
Deepwater, MO 64740
417-644-2223
Fax: 417-644-2316
Board Approved: 3/13/2008
Table of Contents
Introduction to the Lakeland R-III School District………………………………….3
Mission Statements…………………………………………………………………...3
District Mission Statement…………………………………………………...3
District Technology Mission Statement……………………………………..3
Technology Planning Committee……………………………………………………4
Review of Previous Technology Plan……………………………………………….5
Compiling Raw Data……………………………………………………………….....6
Total Cost of Ownership……………………………………………………………...7
Three Year Technology Budget……………………………………………..7
Technology Focus Areas………………………………………………………….....8
TFA 1 Student Learning……………………………………………………..............8
Strengths and Weakness…………………………………………………….8
Action Plans and Implementation…………………………………………...9
Data Analysis and Objectives………………………………………………12
TFA 2 Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction ………………………...13
Strengths and Weakness……………………………………………………13
Action Plans and Implementation…………………………………………..14
Data Analysis and Objectives……………………………………………….17
TFA 3 Administration/Data Management/Communication.……………………...18
Strengths and Weakness……………………………………………………18
Action Plans and Implementation…………………………………………..19
Data Analysis and Objectives……………………………………………….22
TFA 4 Resource Distribution and Use ………………………..............................23
Strengths and Weakness……………………………………………………23
Action Plans and Implementation…………………………………………..24
Data Analysis and Objectives……………………………………………….26
TFA 5 Technical Support………………..............................................................27
Strengths and Weakness……………………………………………………27
Action Plans and Implementation…………………………………………..28
Data Analysis and Objectives……………………………………………….29
Dissemination, Monitoring, and Evaluation………………………………………..30
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Introduction
The Lakeland R-III School District is a rural school district located in west
central Missouri. The school is located approximately 80 miles North of
Springfield, MO and 75 miles southwest of the Greater Kansas City, MO Metro
area, just off of Highway 13. The preK-12 school campus is located in St. Clair
County on the St. Clair / Henry County line. The Lakeland R-III School District is
a consolidated district made up of the communities of Deepwater and Lowry City.
The current K-12 enrollment is 465 students. The district employs 46 certified
staff members. The District budget is $4.1 million on an assessed valuation of
$26,811,078. The Lakeland R-III School District is recognized by the Missouri
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as an Accredited with
Distinction school.
The population of the Lakeland R-III School District was 3,256 residents
according to the 2000 census. The school district is predominantly Caucasian.
The median household income is $32,740. The median home value in the
district is $45,875.
Many blue collar workers work in the Kansas City area in the fields of
construction, manufacturing, or other manual labor activities. There are white
collar workers as well, though much in the minority. These individuals work in
businesses and organizations in the surrounding communities. Health care
service workers also make up a sizeable proportion of the available workforce.
District Mission Statement
The Lakeland R-III School District will prepare and empower students to
become contributing members of a democratic society with high moral standards
who take responsibility for their own actions.
Technology Mission Statement
The technology mission of the Lakeland R-III School District is to prepare
our students to compete in an era of an increased globalized economy.
Technology will be integrated into the curriculum to prepare students for the work
force and college. The Lakeland R-III School District will provide the necessary
technological resources for teachers to teach and the students to learn. The
Lakeland R-III School District will also provide the necessary professional
development for teachers to acquire the skills necessary to successfully
implement a comprehensive technology integrated curriculum. The Lakeland RIII School District will provide opportunities for the community’s adult learners to
acquire the necessary technology skills to compete in today’s economy.
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Technology Planning Committee
The Lakeland R-III School District has a planning committee comprised of
local stakeholders including faculty, staff, administration, parents, and students.
The technology committee has equitable representation and members are linked
to Technology Focus Areas. Each TFA was thoroughly examined by more than
one member of the committee. Meetings are scheduled and announced as
needed. The group reviewed the 2005-2008 technology plan to determine what
progress was made and how to improve areas addressed as weaknesses. In
response to this evaluation, the committee has chosen to revise the previous
plan’s goals and objectives.
Technology Planning Committee Members
Name
Ryan Huff
Carrie Lasswell
Rob Foltz
Lianna Bennett
Kathy Deckard
Denise Fast
Amanda Mills
Keri Towne
Jennifer McClimans
Jim Young
Trish Munsterman
Mitch Towne
Adri Molder
Gini Foster
Paula McCormick
Adam Collins
Jeff Osner
Lawanna Austin
Michelle Dunning
Position
Superintendent
Technology Coordinator
Student
Elementary Teacher
Elementary Teacher
High School Teacher
High School Teacher
Parent
Elementary Teacher
High School Teacher
Elementary Principal
Parent
Student
Secretary
School Board President
High School Teacher
High School Principal
Parent
Secretary
TFA(s) Addressed
1,2,3,4,5
4
1
1
1
4
2
1,2
2
5
3
1,2,3,4,5
1
4,5
3
5
3
1,2
4,5
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Review of Previous Technology Plan
Action Plan
After school tutoring
and test taking skills
workshops will be
offered to help raise
student test scores
Computers will be
purchased to supply
each classroom with
at least on workstation
Additional classes will
be added that instruct
in the use of
technology
Curriculum guides will
include technology
skill at all levels.
Evaluation
Met/Ongoing
Overall Progress
Standardized test
scores have
improved.
Evidence
District Testing Data
Met
All classrooms have
one or more
workstations.
Technology Inventory
Met/Ongoing
A web design class
was added to the high
school schedule.
High School Schedule
Not Met/Ongoing
Curriculum Guides
Technology inservices will be
provided for teachers.
Met/Ongoing
Each classroom will
have 3 to 4 computer
workstations for
student use.
Classrooms will have
additional technology,
such as interactive
whiteboards, TV, DVD
players, and other
technological tools.
All new computers
purchased must meet
district standards.
All computer repair
requests will be
completed as soon as
possible.
Computer
workstations will be
connected to the
network and have
printers available.
Not Met
Most grade levels
incorporate
technology use in the
classroom, but it is not
district wide at this
time.
Teacher training has
been provided and
teachers are
becoming more
comfortable using
technology.
Few classrooms have
multiple computers.
Met/Ongoing
Three classrooms
have interactive
whiteboards and all
have TVs and DVD
players
Technology Inventory
Met
All computers meet
district standards
Technology Inventory
Met
Repair issues are
dealt with
appropriately and
promptly.
All classrooms and
administrative offices
have computers that
are networked and
have printers
available.
District Technology
Survey
Met
District Technology
Survey
Technology Inventory
Technology Inventory
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Compiling Raw Data
The following sources of data have been used to help identify strengths
and weaknesses within the Lakeland R-III School District. The analysis of this
data was used to help formulate strengths and weaknesses for the action plans
references in the TFAs.
Data Analyzed
Data Source
Data Origination
TFA Reviewed
Missouri Assessment
Program Scores
Standardized
Assessment
State
1
ACT Test Scores /
Summary
Standardized
Assessment
National
1
Plan Test Scores /
Summary
Standardized
Assessment
National
1
SAT Test Scores
Standardized
Assessment
Surveys and Records
National
1
District and State
1,4,5
Technology Usage
Surveys
( Student and Staff )
Professional
Development Data
Surveys and Records
District
1,2,3
Surveys and Records
District
2
Administrative Tools
and Core Data
Reports
Surveys and Records
and Annual Reports
District and State
1,4,5
Missouri School
Improvement Program
Surveys and Records
District
1,2
Curriculum Guides
Student and Teacher
Standards
Local Performance
Assessments
District
1,2
District
1
Census of Technology
Common
Assessments, Scoring
Guides, Rubrics,
Observations etc.
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Total Cost of Ownership
The Lakeland R-III School District is committed to meeting the technology
needs of our school. We fully understand that it is our responsibility to plan, fund,
and implement technology on a continuing basis. The following considerations
are addressed in all technology planning:
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The cost of maintenance and repair.
The replacement cost of obsolete computer infrastructure.
The daily cost of supplies to keep technology functioning properly.
The replacement of outdated software and other computer peripherals.
Appropriate video resources such as TVs, VCRs, and DVDs.
The ongoing cost to train staff members in technology skills
Distribution of equipment for student and teacher use.
Three Year Technology Budget
TFA
Line Item
Budget: 1 year
Student Learning
Microsoft Software / Licensing
Computer / Printer Maintenance and Repair
Teacher Preparation and
Delivery of Instruction
Professional Development / In-Service
Administration / Data
Management / Communication
Resource Distribution and Use
3 year
$5,000
$20,000
$15,000
$60,000
$5,000
$15,000
Replacement Servers
Server Maintenance / Repair
School Management Software
Website Hosting
Printer Maintenance
$5,000
$20,000
$8,000
$1,500
$12,000
$15,000
$60,000
$24,000
$4,500
$36,000
Computers – New Expansion
Printers
Interactive White Board Systems
$40,000
$2,000
$15,000
$120,000
$6,000
TOTALS
$133,500
$400,500
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Current Technology Focus Areas and Goals
TFA 1: Student Learning
Goal #1: The Lakeland R-3 School District will improve student academic performance
and achievement through the integration and expansion of technology into all curricula.
Objective 1: The district will raise student scores on MAP, ACT, and other
assessments by revising and reviewing the curriculum to include technology.
Objective 2: The district will provide technology training for all students K-12.
Objective 3: The district will provide students with relevant technological
opportunities for use in their academic careers and/or the job market after
graduation.
Table: Strengths and Weaknesses of Student Learning
Strengths
Weaknesses
1. SIS – School Information System with
1. Technology professional development
Parent Portal
2. Teachers who have access to technology,
2. Accelerated Reader
but do not utilize it
3. District website
3. Lack of projectors
4. Technology addressed in curriculum
4. No eMints classrooms
5. Use of software and keyboarding programs 5. No interactive white boards in Elementary
6. 2 district labs and 2 library media center
6. Age of equipment in computer labs
7. High School has a variety of technology
7. Number of computers in classrooms
equipment
8. Limited software and technology
8. Grades 9-12 have email accounts
9. Lack of keyboarding and word processing
9. Shared district drive for teachers
instruction in the Elementary
10. High school students can attend Clinton
10. Software support
Technical School
11. High School has computer-assisted
vocational classrooms
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 1 Student Learning
Goal 1: The Lakeland R-3 School District will improve student academic performance and
achievement through the integration and expansion of technology into all curricula.
Objective 1: The district will raise student scores on MAP, ACT, and other assessments by
revising and reviewing the curriculum to include technology.
TFA: Student Learning
Review Dates and Correction Strategies: See Communication, Monitoring, and Evaluation
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action
Step/Activity
(Strength &
Weakness Table
Reference)
6.1, 6.2,
1.1, 5.1, 5.2 Students will use a
9.1, 9.4
variety of
technologically
driven strategies to
solve real-world
problems
6.1, 6.2,
5.1, 5.2
Students will use a
9.1, 9.4
variety of media
tools to publish and
communicate
information
6.1, 6.2,
1.1, 1.3,
Integrate technology
9.1, 9.4
5.1, 5.3
into curriculum to
ensure that student
competencies are
addressed for
testing
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 2.7
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
Timeline/
Completion
Date
Principals,
Teachers
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
Principals,
Teachers
District
Budget
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
Principals,
Curriculum
Coordinator,
Teachers
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 1 Student Learning
Goal 1: The Lakeland R-3 School District will improve student academic performance and achievement
through the integration and expansion of technology into all curricula.
Objective 2: The district will provide technology training for all students K-12.
TFA: Student Learning
Review Dates and Correction Strategies: See Communication, Monitoring, and Evaluation
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action Step/Activity
(Strength &
Weakness Table
Reference)
Train students to use
interactive white
boards and
accessories and
projectors
Increase the number of
computers accessible
to students in each
classroom
Improve the
Elementary computer
lab with updated
technology and a
larger work area
Apply for eMints
classrooms
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.1, 5.2
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.1, 5.2
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.1, 5.2
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.1, 5.2
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.1, 5.2, 5.3
Purchase up to date
software, licenses and
media resources
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.1, 5.2, 5.3
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.1
Provide computer
instruction and
keyboarding skills in
the Elementary
Achieve a 100% return
rate of Acceptable Use
Policies signed by
parents and teachers
6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.3
Adopt textbooks that
incorporate technology
in instructional
materials
6,1, 6.3, 6.4 1.3, 5.1
Implement an 8th grade
technology literacy
program
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 1.8, 2.1, 2.7
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget,
Grants
Timeline/
Completion
Date
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
Superintendent,
Principals,
Teachers
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
Principals,
Teachers
District
Budget,
Grants
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator,
Teachers,
Secretaries
Principals,
Teachers
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
Principals,
Teachers,
Counselors
District
Budget
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
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Ongoing/Yearly
Ongoing/Yearly
Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 1 Student Learning
Goal 1: The Lakeland R-3 School District will improve student academic performance and achievement
through the integration and expansion of technology into all curricula.
Objective 3: The district will provide students with relevant technological opportunities for use in their
academic careers and/or the job market after graduation.
TFA: Student Learning
Review Dates and Correction Strategies: See Communication, Monitoring, and Evaluation
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action Step/Activity
(Strength & Weakness
Table Reference)
Person
Responsible
1.3, 6.2,
6.3, 6.4,
7.3, 9.4
3.3, 5.2
Superintendent,
Principals,
Teachers,
Counselors
1.3, 6.2,
6.3, 6.4,
7.3, 9.4
5.3, 5.4
High school students will
continue to attend the
Clinton Technical School
for advanced technology
instruction
Develop a district-wide
technology assessment
1.3, 6.2,
6.3, 6.4,
7.3, 9.4
1.3, 4.3, 5.3
Identify real-world
technological applications
and incorporate into
curricula
(projects/assignments)
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 1.8, 2.1, 2.6, 2.7, 4.8
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator,
Teachers
Principals,
Teachers
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget
Timeline/
Completion
Date
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
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Ongoing/Yearly
Student Learning TFA – Data Analysis, Objectives and Action Plans
Data Analysis:
Appropriate data was analyzed as related to the Student Learning TFA to determine our strengths and
weaknesses. This analysis provided the information needed to determine what steps were necessary to
improve the district’s student learning.
Technology use is present in the curriculum, but we are lacking in resources. While the high school does
have some excellent resources, the elementary does not have many of the same items. In addition, we
believe that implementation of eMints classrooms, more technology professional development, and
increasing the number of computers in classrooms will help us to attain our objectives.
Objectives:
From the above Data Analysis and meetings of the Technology Planning Committee, we formulated these
objectives for Student Learning for the 2008-2011 Plan.
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

Objective 1: The district will raise student scores on MAP, ACT, and other assessments by
revising and reviewing the curriculum to include technology.
Objective 2: The district will provide technology training for all students K-12.
Objective 3: The district will provide students with relevant technological opportunities for use in
their academic careers and/or the job market after graduation.
Action Plans:
The objectives then led to the following action plans that will generate steps to improve student learning.
We linked the appropriate Show Me Standards and as well as MSIP and CSIP standards to these action
plans.
Evaluation:
Evaluation of each action step, objective, and overall goal will be done according to the Communication,
Monitoring and Evaluation.
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Lakeland R-III School District Technology Plan 2008-2011
Current Technology Focus Areas and Goals
TFA 2: Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
Goal #2 The Lakeland R-3 School District will provide on going Professional Development to
assist teachers in acquiring or updating their technological skills.
Objective 1: The District will provide professional development activities to train
teachers on current classroom technologies.
Objective 2: The District will provide professional development activities to enhance
teacher knowledge of the integration of technology into the curricula.
Objective 3 The District’s professional development technology training opportunities will
be increased yearly utilizing internal and external resources.
Table: Strengths and Weaknesses of Teacher Preparation and Delivery of
Instruction
Strengths
Weaknesses
1. Electronic Grade Book
1. Professional development
2. SIS-School Information System with Parent
2. Comfort, familiarity and understanding of
Portal
technology
3. Internet access
3. Acceptance and lack of use of technology by
4. Networked Computers in the classrooms
teachers
5. Two District Computer Labs
4. Accountability for teacher use of technology
6. Two Library Media Center
5. Limited equipment technology/software
7. Shared District drive
across the district
6. Interest to learn to integrate technology in
the classroom
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Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 2 Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
Goal 2:The Lakeland R-3 School District will provide on going Professional Development to assist
teachers in acquiring or updating their technological skills.
Objective 1: The District will provide professional development activities to train teachers on current
classroom technologies.
TFA: Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
Review Dates and Correction Strategies: See Communication, Monitoring, and Evaluation
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
6.1, 6.3,
6.4, 6.7
1.2, 5.1,
5.2,
6.1, 6.3,
6.4, 6.7
1.2, 5.1, 5.2
Action Step/Activity
(Strength &
Weakness Table
Reference)
Teachers will be
encouraged to attend
professional
technology in-services
and conferences to
learn to use the
current instructional
technology aides.
Person
Responsible
Training by the District
will be provided as
new technology is
acquired.
Technology
Coordinator,
PDC
Superintendent,
Principal,
Professional
Development
Committee (PDC)
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget
Timeline/
Completion
Date
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.7, 3.6, 4.8
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Ongoing/Yearly
Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 2 Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
Goal 2: The Lakeland R-3 School District will provide on going Professional Development to
assist teachers in acquiring or updating their technological skills.
Objective 2: The District will provide professional development activities to enhance teacher
knowledge of the integration of technology into the curriculum.
TFA: Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
Review Dates and Correction Strategies: See Communication, Monitoring, and Evaluation
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action
Step/Activity
(Strength &
Weakness Table
Reference)
Provide teachers
with technological
resources to
enhance
instruction
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
Timeline/
Completion
Date
6.1, 6.3,
6.4
1.2, 5.1,
5.2
Principals, PDC,
Technology
Coordinator
Teachers
District
Budget,
PDC
Funds
Ongoing/Yearly
6.1, 6.3,
6.4, 6.7,
8.1
5.1, 5.4
Develop a
comprehensive
survey and provide
training based on
the needs
assessment
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator,
PDC
District
Budget,
PDC
Funds
Ongoing/Yearly
6.1, 6.3,
6.4, 6.7
5.3
Teachers will
increase the
implementation of
technology into the
classroom
instruction.
Principals,,
Technology
Coordinator,
PDC, Teachers
District
Budget,
PDC
Funds
Ongoing/Yearly
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.7, 2.7, 3.6, 4.8
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Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 2 Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
Goal 2: The Lakeland R-3 School District will provide on going Professional Development to
assist teachers in acquiring or updating their technological skills
Objective 3: The District’s professional development technology training opportunities will be
increased yearly utilizing internal and external resources
TFA: Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
Review Dates and Correction Strategies: See Communication, Monitoring , and Evaluation
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action
Step/Activity
(Strength &
Weakness Table
Reference)
Yearly PDC
technology
activities will be
determined by
using the
comprehensive
survey results.
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
Timeline/
Completion
Date
6.3,6.4,
6.7, 8.1
5.3, 5.4
Superintendent,
Principal,
Technology
Coordinator,
PDC
District
Budget,
PDC
Funds
Ongoing/Yearly
6.3, 6.4,
6.7
1.2, 5.1,
5.4
New teacher
training will
include basic
competencies ex.
email, network
access, software
Superintendent,
Principal,
Mentor,
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget,
PDC
Funds
Ongoing/Yearly
6.1
1.2, 5.1,
5.2, 5.4
Technology
training will be
provided.
Superintendent,
Principal,
Technology
Coordinator,
PDC
District
Budget,
PDC
Funds
Ongoing/Yearly
6.1, 6.3,
6.4, 6.7
1.2, 5.1,
5.2, 5.4
Teachers will be
encouraged to
attend
professional
technology
conferences
Superintendent,
Principal,
Technology
Coordinator,
PDC, Teacher
District
Budget,
PDC
Funds
Ongoing/Yearly
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.7, 3.6,4.8
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Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction TFA – Data Analysis, Objectives and Action Plans
Data Analysis:
Appropriate data was analyzed as related to the Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction TFA to
identify our strengths and weaknesses. The analysis provided the information needed to determine what
steps were necessary to improve the districts teacher preparation and delivery of instruction in regards to
technology. An action plan was created to address the identified weaknesses.
Technology use is present in the curriculum, but we are lacking in teacher knowledge and interest.
Getting the technology into the hands of the teachers as well as providing the training is a crucial need to
increase comfort with the use of technology. Technology should not be used as an afterthought but be
integrated into the daily curriculum and instruction. Increased technical support and professional
development opportunities are also recognized as being necessary to further the comfort and familiarity
with technology.
Objectives:
From the above Data Analysis and meetings of the Technology Planning Committee, we formulated these
objectives for Student Learning for the 2008-2011 Plan.



Objective 1: The district will provide professional development activities to train teachers on
current classroom technologies.
Objective 2: The district will provide professional development activities to enhance teacher
knowledge of the integration of technology into the curriculum.
Objective 3: The District’s professional development technology training opportunities will be
increased yearly utilizing internal and external resources.
Action Plans:
The objectives then led to the following action plans that will generate steps to improve student learning.
We linked the appropriate Show Me Standards and as well as MSIP and CSIP standards to the action
plan.
Evaluation:
Evaluation of each action step, objective, and overall goal will be done according to the Communication,
Monitoring and Evaluation.
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TFA 3: Administration/Data Management/Communication
Goal #3 The Lakeland R-III School District will use technology to improve administration, data
management, and communication throughout the school system as well as to improve
communication between the school system and the community.
Objective 1: Provide a standardized data management system throughout the district.
Objective 2: Provide a more adequate and efficient system for accessing district and student
information by students, staff, parents and the community.
Table: Strengths and Weaknesses of Administration
Strengths
1. District Website
2. SIS Parent Portal (grades, lunch,
attendance)
3. SIS (grade book software) Reports
4. Sped Trac (special service student
management) Reports
5. SIS Student Records
6. Microsoft Outlook Email for all
employees
7. School wide phone/intercom system
8. Accelerated Reader program
9. Computers available to all
administration and faculty
10. All staff members have computers with
internet access
11. All computers in the district are
networked
Weaknesses
1. School website underutilized by
parents
2. Varying ability levels of users
3. Professional development in
technology use
4. More interactive components are
needed on the district website
5. Curricula are not published on the
district website
6. District’s data collection and
management systems are DOS based
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Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 3- Administration / Data Management / Communication
Goal 3: The Lakeland R-III School District will use technology to improve administration, data
management, and communication throughout the school system as well as to improve communication
between the school system and the community.
Objective 1: Provide a standardized data management system throughout the district
TFA: Administration / Data Management / Communication
Review Dates and Correction Strategies:
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action Step/Activity
(Strength & Weakness
Table Reference)
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget
Timeline/
Completion
Date
6.4, 8.7
5.2, 5.4
Assess time
appropriateness of
moving the District’s
Student Information
Collection System from a
DOS based system to a
web-based system (SIS)
Administration,
Technology
Coordinator,
Building
Secretaries,
Counselors
6.4, 8.6
5.2, 5.4
Assess time
appropriateness of
moving the District’s
Financial Management
System from a DOS
based system to a webbased system (SISFin)
Administration,
Bookkeeper,
Central Office
Secretary
District
Budget
2010
6.4, 6.7
1.2, 5.1, 5.2,
5.4
Continue to increase staff
utilization of district
provided e-mail accounts
and implement e-mail
accounts for student use
in grades 7-12
Building level
administration,
Technology
Coordinator
PDC
Funds /
District
Budget
Ongoing /
Yearly
6.4
5.2, 5.3, 5.4
Review, evaluate, and
revise network
infrastructure
Technology
Department
District
Budget
Ongoing /
Yearly
6.4
5.2, 5.4
Maintain and assess the
backup of critical district
data
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget
Ongoing /
Yearly
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 1.8, 2.7, 4.8
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2010
Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 3- Administration / Data Management / Communication
Goal 3: The Lakeland R-III School District will use technology to improve administration, data
management, and communication throughout the school system as well as to improve communication
between the school system and the community.
Objective 2: Provide a more adequate and efficient system for accessing district and student information
by students, staff, parents, and community
TFA: Administration / Data Management / Communication
Review Dates and Correction Strategies:
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action Step/Activity
(Strength & Weakness
Table Reference)
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget
Timeline/
Completion
Date
6.4, 6.7
1.2, 5.2, 5.4
Continue the necessary
security, professional
development, and
support to make
communication of
grades, attendance,
schedules, and
homework available to
parents from home
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
6.4, 7.5
5.3, 5.4
Publish District
Curriculum on the district
website
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget
2009
6.4,7.5
5.2, 5.4
Develop and maintain an
interactive component to
the district website to
provide daily information,
exemplary lesson plans
and resources for
parents, teachers, and
the community, etc.
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget
Ongoing /
Yearly
6.4, 6.5, 7.5
5.1, 5.2, 5.4
Increase the number of
parents utilizing the
parent portal component
of the student
information system
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget
Ongoing /
Yearly
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 1.8, 2.7, 4.8
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Ongoing /
Yearly
Administration TFA – Data Analysis, Objectives and Action Plans
Data Analysis
Appropriate data was analyzed as related to the Administration TFA to identify our strengths and
weaknesses. This analysis provided the information needed to determine what steps were necessary to
improve the districts administrative technology. An action plan was created to address the identified
weaknesses.
The technology committee determined that many technological resources are available in the district, but
are underutilized due to lack of training. Training and support will be necessary in the future to make
more efficient use of existing resources.
Objectives:
From the above Data Analysis and meetings of the Technology Planning Committee, we formulated these
objectives for Student Learning for the 2008-2011 Plan.

Objective 1: Provide a standardized data management system throughout the district.

Objective 2: Provide a more adequate and efficient system for accessing district and student
information by students, staff, parents and the community.
Action Plans:
The objectives led to the creation of the following action plans that will generate steps to improve
administration of the district. We linked the appropriate Show Me Standards and as well as MSIP and
CSIP standards to the action plan.
Evaluation:
Evaluation of each action step, objective, and overall goal will be done according to the Communication,
Monitoring and Evaluation.
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Current Technology Focus Areas and Goals
TFA 4: Resource Distribution and Use
Goal #4: The Lakeland R-3 School District will continue to maintain, replace and upgrade current
technology, including software to enhance classroom instruction/resources for students, teachers
and the community.
Objective 1: Develop a systematic process for upgrading and replacing
technology/software throughout the district.
Objective 2: Enhance technology resources for teacher and student use.
Objective 3: Implement a technology literacy course for the adult learners in our
community.
Table: Strengths and Weaknesses of Resource Distribution and Use
Strengths
Weaknesses
1. Student information software programs
1. Technology driven professional
2. Student information software parent
development
portal
2. Need interactive white boards, visual
3. Accelerated Reader
presenters, projectors and accessories
4. District website
district wide
5. Technology addressed in curriculum
3. Out-dated/lack of technology/limited
6. District Network
software
7. Microsoft 2003 Server/with domain
4. Need to purchase Accelerated Math
infrastructure/Smart filter
program
8. Operating systems (OS) consist of
5. Electrical outlets/locations needed to
Win2000 or XP on computers
accommodate current/future
9. Keyboarding program (MicroType Pro)
technology
10. Technology courses for students
6. Additional computer lab for district/or
11. Staff/Grades 9-12 email accounts
mobile lab
12. 3 Promethean Boards, projectors,
7. Need more courses educating students
ELMO’s, activotes and 2 activslates
in technology
(HS)
8. Minimal funds available for purchasing
13. Mobile Projector and ELMO
equipment
14. Internet access district wide
9. Interior security camera system
15. Wireless Router/with mobile laptop
10. Library Media Centers need
station
additional/current technology
16. Library/media software (Destiny)
11. Community technology courses not
networked throughout district and
available
linked on website
12. Limited use of website for
17. Laptops available for student use
communication
18. Handheld devices for students (Palm
13. Student information software program
pilots with keyboards, graphing
is not web-based
calculators)
14. Site license for current OS
19. 2 computer labs
15. Site license for yearly agreement with
20. 2 Library Media Centers with
Microsoft for most recent software
computers
releases and update packages
21. Exterior security camera system
16. Wireless District
22. Back up server for data
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Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 4 – Resource Distribution and Use
Goal 4: The Lakeland R-3 School District will continue to maintain, replace and upgrade current
technology, including software to enhance classroom instruction/resources for students, teachers and the
community.
Objective 1: Develop a systematic process for upgrading and replacing technology/software throughout
the district.
TFA: Resource Distribution and Use
Review Dates and Correction Strategies:
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
6.4, 7.3,
9.4
5.2
Action Step/Activity
(Strength & Weakness
Table Reference)
Establish a short and
long term replacement
schedule for
technology/software
8.5
5.2
Increase budget
allowance for technology
purchases
8.11
5.2
Provide a security
system internal and
external throughout the
campus
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 2.7
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget,
Grants
Timeline/
Completion
Date
Superintendent
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
Superintendent
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
Superintendent,
Technology
Coordinator
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Ongoing/Yearly
Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 4 – Resource Distribution and Use
Goal 4: The Lakeland R-3 School District will continue to maintain, replace and upgrade current
technology, including software to enhance classroom instruction/resources for students, teachers and the
community.
Objective 2: Enhance technology resources for teacher and student use.
TFA: Resource Distribution and Use
Review Dates and Correction Strategies:
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action Step/Activity
(Strength & Weakness
Table Reference)
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
PDC
Funds,
District
Budget
Timeline/
Completion
Date
6.4, 6.7,
7.3, 9.4
1.2, 4.3, 5.1
Provide faculty/staff
training to integrate
technology
PDC,
Superintendent,
Principals,
Teachers
6.4, 7.3, 9.4
5.1, 5.2
6.4, 7.3, 9.4
5.2
8.11
5.2
6.4, 7.3, 9.4
4.3, 5.1, 5.2
Provide the district with
an additional Computer
Lab with at least 20
workstations (or mobile
lab)
Provide interactive
white board, digital
presenter, projectors
and accessories district
wide
Establish electrical
outlets/locations needed
to accommodate
current/future
technology
Provide advanced
courses in technology
for students to prepare
for post-secondary
education/career
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator,
Teachers
Superintendent,
Principals,
Counselor,
Curriculum
Committee,
Teachers
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
Superintendent,
Principals,
Technology
Coordinator
District
Budget
Ongoing
District
Budget
Ongoing/Yearly
6.4, 7.3, 9.4
5.1, 5.2
Wireless Technology
throughout the district
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing
6.4, 6.8,
7.3, 9.4
5.1, 5.2
Enhance Library Media
Centers with additional
workstations
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 1.8, 2.6, 2.7, 4.8
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Ongoing
Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 4 – Resource Distribution and Use
Goal 4: The Lakeland R-3 School District will continue to maintain, replace and upgrade current
technology, including software to enhance classroom instruction/resources for students, teachers and the
community.
Objective 3: Implement a technology literacy course for the adult learners in our community.
TFA: Resource Distribution and Use
Review Dates and Correction Strategies:
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action Step/Activity
(Strength & Weakness
Table Reference)
7.6
4.3, 5.1, 5.2
Provide technology
course(s) for the
community
Person
Responsible
Superintendent,
Principals,
Teachers,
Technology
Coordinator
6.4, 6.7,
4.3, 5.1, 5.2 Allow
Superintendent,
6.8, 7.3,
Student/Community
Principals,
7.6, 9.4
access after school
Faculty,
hours to use district
Technology
technology
Coordinator
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 1.8, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 2.7,4.8
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget,
Grants
Timeline/
Completion
Date
District
Budget,
Grants
Ongoing/Yearly
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Ongoing/Yearly
Resource Distribution and Use TFA – Data Analysis, Objectives and Action Plans
Data Analysis:
Appropriate data was analyzed as related to the Resource Distribution and Use TFA to identify our
strengths and weaknesses. This analysis provided the information needed to determine what steps were
necessary to improve the districts technology. An action plan was created to address the identified
weaknesses.
Committee members evaluated software and hardware inventories along with student and staff surveys to
analyze the resources available to them on a daily basis. As stated before, student access to technology
is available in all classrooms. Internet access with SmartFilter content filtering is installed and running on
all computer workstations. The 2007-2008 Technology Surveys expressed the need for up-to-date
technology, software and an equipment rotation/replacement schedule. The Student Technology Survey
revealed that 68% of the students in grades 4-12 feel that Lakeland provides them with adequate
technology for class assignments. However, only 45% felt technology was available before, during or
after school and 54% felt the technology at Lakeland will prepare them for future endeavors. These
Technology Surveys have provided us direction in developing action plans and steps for the 2008-2011
Technology Plan.
We also reviewed our prior technology plan to identify strengths and weaknesses as well as progress in
meeting prior objectives.
Objectives:
From the above Data Analysis and meetings of the Technology Planning Committee we formulated these
objectives for Resource Distribution and Use for the 2008-2011 Plan:



Objective 1: Develop a systematic process for upgrading and replacing technology/software
throughout the district.
Objective 2: Enhance technology resources for teacher and student use.
Objective 3: Implement a technology literacy course for the adult learners in our community.
Action Plans:
The objectives led to the following action plans that will generate steps to improve our use of
technological resources within the district. We aligned the appropriate Show Me Standards as well as
MSIP and CSIP standards to these action plans.
Evaluation:
Evaluation of each action step, objective, and overall goal will be done according to the Communication,
Monitoring and Evaluation.
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TFA 5: Technical Support
Goal #5: The Lakeland R-III School District will continue to provide timely, quality assistance and support
that maintains the student and staff learning and work environments.
Objective 1: Continue to offer efficient and productive technological support and training.
Table: Strengths and Weaknesses of Technical Support
Strengths
1. Technical support staff acknowledges
problems in a timely manner.
2. Technical support staff resolves priority
problems in a timely manner.
3. Technical support staff is able to
effectively prioritize and address critical
issues in a timely manner.
4. Technical support staff provides
training for Student Information System
(SIS).
5. Technical support staff provides
training in using school web page and
parent portal.
Weaknesses
1. Not enough technical support staff, as a
result some issues often given a low priority
for response.
2. District needs to update the standard
minimum operating system.
3. Minimal budget for equipment.
4. No budget for additional support staff.
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Action Plans and Implementation – TFA 5 – Technical Support
Goal #5: The Lakeland R-III School District will continue to provide timely, quality assistance and support
that maintains the student and staff learning and work environments.
Objective 1: Continue to offer efficient and productive technological support.
TFA: Technical Support
Review Dates and Correction Strategies:
MSIP
Standard/
Indicator
CSIP
Objective/
Strategy
Action Step/Activity
(Strength & Weakness
Table Reference)
Person
Responsible
Funding
Sources/
Cost
Estimate
District
Budget
Timeline/
Completion
Date
6.4
5.1, 5.2, 5.3,
5.4
Inventory district to
assess current desktop
operating systems on all
computers and update all
systems.
Technology
Dept.
6.4, 6.7
1.2, 5.1, 5.4
Train additional staff to
provide support and
assistance.
Superintendent,
Principal,
Teachers,
Technology
Dept,
District
Budget
Ongoing
6.4, 8.1
5.1, 5.2, 5.3,
5.4
Review technology goals
on an annual basis and
support their
implementation.
Principals,
Teachers,
Technology
Dept.
District
Budget
Yearly
6.4, 6.7
5.2, 5.4
Encourage teachers to
write grants for new
technology.
Superintendant,
Teachers,
Principals
District
Budget
Ongoing
6.4
5.2, 5.4
Allocate additional
funding for new
technology equipment
and support staff.
Superintendant
District
Budget
Ongoing
6.4, 6.7
1.2, 5.1, 5.4
Continue to provide
training in SIS, school
web page, and parent
portal.
Technology
Dept.
District
Budget
Ongoing
6.4, 8.1
5.1, 5.3, 5.4
Technology
Dept.
District
Budget
Monthly
Formulate technical
support plan utilizing
current technology staff.
Missouri Show Me Standards: 1.4, 2.7
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Technical Support TFA—Data Analysis, Objectives and Action Plans
Data Analysis:
Appropriate data was analyzed as related to the Technical Support TFA to identify strengths and
weaknesses. This analysis provided the information needed to determine what steps were necessary to
improve the district’s technical support. An action plan was created to address the identified weaknesses.
The technology committee administered surveys to gather information from teachers about their comfort
level using technology and how teachers felt about the technical support staff’s ability to acknowledge
and repair problems. From this information we identified concerns related to training in the use of
technology and support.
Objective:
From the above Data Analysis and meetings of the Technology Planning Committee, we formulated this
objective for Technology Support for the 2008-2011 Plan.

Objective 1: Continue to improve and offer efficient and productive technological support and
training.
Action Plans:
This objective then led to the creation of the following action plans that will generate steps to improve the
districts technical support. We linked the Show Me Standards as well as MSIP and CSIP standards to
these action plans.
Evaluation:
Evaluation of each action step, objective, and overall goal will be done according to the Communication,
Monitoring and Evaluation.
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Dissemination, Monitoring, and Evaluation
Disseminating, monitoring, and evaluating the technology plan will be an ongoing
process for the Lakeland R-III School District. The technology plan will be presented to
the board of education, administration, faculty, and staff. In addition, it will be available
for examination by the community in the district’s central office and on the Lakeland
School R-III website.
The plan will be reviewed twice yearly by the technology committee and building
administrators to determine whether goals and objectives are met. Monitoring will be
accomplished in part by interpretation a wide variety of sources including, but not limited
to surveys, test scores and other records to ensure progress is being made. If changes
to the plan are required, they will be made to meet local, state, and national standards.
Collection and evaluation of data will be a continual process facilitated by
periodic meetings by the technology committee. Information gathered will serve as the
basis for any future recommendations and for the development of strategies to achieve
the goals set by the technology plan.
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