NEW LOTHROP AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Technology Plan
July 2003 – June 2006
www.newlothrop.k12.mi.us/technology/techplan.htm
NEW LOTHROP AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
9285 Easton Rd.
New Lothrop, MI 48460
District ID # 78070
Contact:
Richard O’Connor
Director of Technology
Phone:
(810) 638-5091 x-2227
Fax:
(810) 638-5057
Email:
Roconn@newlothrop.k12.mi.us
Shiawassee Regional Education Service District
NEW LOTHROP AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
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Description of the New Lothrop School District .....................................3
Introduction ................................................................................................4
District’s Technology Vision and Mission ...............................................5
Major Goals of Technology Plan ..............................................................5
Goals for Teachers and Students ..............................................................7
Consortium .................................................................................................7
District Technology Committee ................................................................8
Infrastructure .............................................................................................8
Future Acquisitions....................................................................................9
Curriculum Integration Plan ..................................................................14
Collaborations ..........................................................................................15
Professional Development .......................................................................16
Technical Assistance ................................................................................17
Supporting Resources ..............................................................................18
Projected Cost ..........................................................................................20
Coordination of Financial Resources .....................................................22
Evaluation of Progress .............................................................................23
Acceptable Use Policy ..............................................................................24
Communication/Public Relations (Optional) ........................................32
NEW LOTHROP PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT PROFILE
The New Lothrop Area Public School District is located approximately 20
miles west of Flint, 25 miles south of Saginaw, and 15 miles northeast of
Owosso. The District covers about 57 square miles. New Lothrop has all the advantages of a
small town and yet is easily accessible to educational and cultural opportunities in Flint,
Owosso, Saginaw, Lansing, and Detroit. The property in the District is mostly agricultural;
however, a large number of residents work in the neighboring communities of Flint, Saginaw,
and Lansing.
We have two school buildings. In 1978, a new high school was built. The high school houses
grades seven through twelve. Our daily attendance averages 95%. A large number of our high
school graduates continue their education after high school. Approximately 60% of our students
enroll in four-year colleges and universities, and 30% enroll in two-year colleges. We have
invested significant resources in technology, district-wide infrastructure, including networked
computer labs that are connected to the Internet. Our board of education is committed to
keeping pace with the changes in technology. The high school offers classes using an
interactive television (ITV) system. Students are taught by teachers in neighboring school
Districts and yet are able to see and hear the other classrooms over the ITV system.
Our elementary school houses a pre-school program for those students not yet of school age. In
the elementary school, we have a primary program. Our primary program operates a blending or
traditional grades (such as 1-2 and 3-4) into one classroom. We work with the youngsters from
where they are academically, socially and emotionally using their individual differences to
promote greater learning.
In New Lothrop, our programs are designed to continuously meet the needs of the students and
the community as a whole. In this District we strive to develop an educational foundation for
the students that will foster academic, physical, social, and emotional growth as a basis for lifelong learning.
School Buildings:
New Lothrop Elementary #03716
P.O. Box 279
9435 Beech Street
New Lothrop, MI 48460
New Lothrop High School #02685
P.O. Box 339
9285 Easton Road
New Lothrop, MI 48460
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INTRODUCTION
Technology Plan Background:
Technology Plan – 1995 and Beyond
The New Lothrop Public Schools district wide technology committee started work drafting a
technology plan in the fall of 1994 with a target date for completion of April 1, 1995. A
complete four phase plan was submitted to, and approved by, the New Lothrop Board of
Education in May of 1995.
Phase I of the plan which attempted to meet immediate and obvious needs – mainly hardware
and software - was implemented in the summer of 1995, and a computer lab was installed, and
up and running in the fall of the 1995-96 school year.
In the fall of the1995-96 school year, Phase II which focused on staff training, in-service time,
and research opportunities for staff was implemented.
Phase III focused on identifying staff skill levels and awareness, putting a networked staff
workstation into each classroom, the infusion of using technology as a teaching platform in the
classroom, e-mail, electronic record keeping, electronic library services, and sharing resources
with the community.
Phase IV involved evaluation, expansion, upgrading, and making adjustments to the plan.
The Plan also included skill requirements needed in according to the Center for Occupational
Research and Development, technology related careers, and student outcomes for all district
students.
Technology Report – 1999
In July of 1997, the New Lothrop Public Schools technology committee was disbanded, and a
special subcommittee of the Board of Education assumed its role. This newly appointed
committee altered the 1995 Technology Plan with a Technology Report in 1999.
The New Lothrop Public Schools Technology Report of 1999 written by Bruce Evans, the New
Lothrop Public Schools Superintendent and submitted to the New Lothrop Public Schools Board
of Education consists of three major components – a vision of the future, a description of the
present, and a look at what accomplishments and progress have been made since the Plans
implementation in 1995.
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District Technology Vision:
With the advent of the information age, and technology increasing at exponential rates, we need
to devise a technology plan that will continuously evolve to prepare, and help our students stay
abreast of the rapidly changing world around them. The role and definition of the school must
change to reflect the efforts it must undertake to prepare our students for the changing world in
which we live. We must find new ways to prepare them with appropriate knowledge and skills
so that they can function productively in the workplaces of tomorrow.
Our plan must include adequate teacher training to prepare our instructional staff to be more
effective in meeting our students’ changing educational needs. To accomplish this, our plan
must combine new instructional and organizational strategies to seamlessly infuse the use of
technology into everyday classroom activities.
We, as a planning committee, should seek input and ideas from all segments of the community
including, students, parents, staff, future employers, our intermediate school district (RESD), and
other educational institutions to help us form a more well-rounded, thorough technology plan
which will continue to meet the needs of our students as they graduate to seek employment, or
further education.
District Technology Mission Statement:
The staff of New Lothrop Area Public Schools, with the participation of parents and the
community believe that our purpose is to provide an educational foundation for the students to
help them achieve their highest academic, physical, social and emotional growth as a basis for
life-long learning. Success will be achieved when all students show improvement in their ability
to function as responsible adults and their development of positive attitudes toward lifelong
learning.
Technology Plan ties with District Mission and School Improvement:
The New Lothrop Area Public Schools’ Technology Committee is working in close association
with the district curriculum committee, and the school improvement committees (North Central
Association Transitions Team) to insure that the technology plan will be properly aligned with
and integrated into the overall mission of the District.
MAJOR GOALS OF NEW LOTHROP’S TECHNOLOGY PLAN:
 Form a “District Technology Task Force” to assess, plan,
implement, fine tune and oversee the District Technology Plan.
 Perform a comprehensive, district-wide technology needs assessment.
 Adapt and facilitate an incremental computer replacement plan,
and set definite parameters and timelines within budget limitations.
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 Evaluate district software
 Evaluate current building infrastructures
 Assess the telephone system.
 Inventory all district technological equipment
 Pursue technologies which will foster excitement and the pursuit
of life-long learning.
 Purchase portable computer labs for each building
 Update the computerized library system making it accessible from each
classroom.
 Determine whether there is a need for network color printers
in each building and how they will be managed.
 Purchase 32” to 36” televisions for each room with built in scan
converters so computer screens can be easily utilized by an entire class.
 Incrementally purchase DVD/CD player units into the equipment available for
use in each building
 Purchase at least one more data projector for each building with
it’s own laptop computer, speakers, et cetera which can be readily
and easily checked out of the media center.
 Enhance our public relations program between the school and
community so that technology news, events, initiatives, trends, and
progress are better disseminated. This will include offering to the community
computer based training classes.
 Review, design, develop, and implement a process for technology to improve
the efficiency and operation of the administration both within the school district
and the community.
 Seek partnerships with the business community.
 Seek better partnerships with surrounding school districts, and with higher
education and advanced training facilities.
 Provide increased access to communication tools such as telephones, faxes, e-mail
and voice mail which will enhance timely communication among teachers, staff,
students, parents, and community.
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Goals for district teachers and students:
 Develop systematic training plans for staff members based on a
needs assessment and on state and federal technology guidelines.
 Determine the training needs of staff members for the infusion,
facilitation and use of technology into everyday teaching situations (practical
applications).
 Reassess the district’s technology classes to insure they are providing
maximum benefits, relevance and usefulness for our students.
 Provide the staff with outside peer resources for classroom technology support.
 Develop a timely system for equipment related problem resolution.
CONSORTIUM
The Shiawassee Regional Educational Service District Consortium was initiated in January
of 1996 to serve as a non-profit educational organization to install and oversee a high capacity
interactive telecommunications system. This organization is known as the Shiawassee
Interactive Telecommunications Educational System (S.I.T.E.S.).
The consortium’s function is to provide interactive voice/video/data interconnections and
services to multiple sites within the Shiawassee County area for educational purposes, such as
distance learning, research, computer based tasks, and the operations of its educational
institutions.
Shiawassee Regional Educational Service District Consortium
Consortium Members
Contact Person
SRESD
Byron Area Schools
Corunna Public Schools
Durand Area Schools
Laingsburg Community Schools
Morrice Area Schools
New Lothrop
Owosso Public Schools
Perry Public Schools
David Schulte
Richard Dunham
Mike Holman/Andrea Tuttle
John Ross
Katee McDonald
Joel Perkin
Richard O’Connor
Jim McAvoy
Dennis Squires/Lynn Ihrig
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DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE:
Name:
Position:
Dr. Terance Lunger
Richard O’Connor
James Dohm
Sandra Weaver
Matt Zimmerman
Judith Berry
Barbara Birchmeier
Dave Schulte
Rob Warner
Elaine Zajdlik
Rebecca Warren
Community Member
Community Member
Student
Student
Superintendent
Director of Technology
High School Principal
Elementary Principal
Technology Teacher
District Media Specialist
Curriculum Coordinator
Assoc. Sup’t. Gen. Ed. Instruction – SRESD
Pres. Board of Education
MS/HS Teacher-NLEA Rep.
Elementary Teacher – NLEA Rep
INFRASTRUCTURE
In the spring of 1991 New Lothrop Area Public Schools began its technology initiative by
installing a two-way interactive television system linked to seven other school districts in
Shiawassee County. In the fall of 1994, the district installed its first networked computer
laboratory in the high school library. Since 1994, New Lothrop has also implemented the
following:
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a wiring infrastructure which includes voice/video/data within and between its
buildings and between our district and the rest of the consortium members.
two more fully networked computer laboratories at the high school
one computer laboratory at the elementary
a computer with networked print capabilities at each teacher station
a Dynix library information system in both buildings
a telephone system including a telephone at each teaching station with voice mail
T-1 Internet access line
5 servers
Homework assignments via the Internet
E-mail capabilities
an audio visual productions program
computer based literacy classes
advanced technology classes
District website
an agreement with the SRESD for staff technology training
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FUTURE ACQUISITIONS
Any new technology hardware or software acquisitions will be purchased with needs, function,
and system interoperability/compatibility in mind.
Anticipated needs include, but are not be limited to:
1. Portable wireless computer labs in each building
2. Data projectors
3. 32” to 36” classroom computer screen TV’s
4. Digital cameras
5. Digital video cameras
6. DVD/CD players
7. Remote computer access for teachers
8. Additional scanners
9. Open evening labs for student and community use
10. Network TV broadcast capability for students & staff
11. On-going staff training
12. Grade book software
13. Curricular software for K-12
14. District/business collaboration and alliances
15. District/higher education collaboration and alliances
16. Subject area web pages
17. Incremental equipment update/upgrade plan
18. Funding alternatives
Desktop Hardware Platform Standards
The minimum desktop standard platform to be purchased is a Enterprise 1 Intel platform for all
grade levels.
Intel Pentium 4 2.4Ghz or faster
512Mb Ram
40GB HDD
48X CDRW Drive
100mb Network Card
SoundBlaster Compatible Sound Card
3.5 Disk Drive
Multimedia Capable
16mb SVGA Video Card
104 Key Keyboard
P/S Style Wheel Mouse
17” SVGA Monitor
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Software – Standard Desktop
Present and future curriculum software will be the following applications, along with those
approved by the New Lothrop Curriculum and Technology Committees after having been proven
to be compatible with our network:
Windows 98 SE
Windows 2000 Professional
Mocha Soft Terminal Software
PowerPoint
Novell Netware Client
Voice Mail Manager 4.0
GroupWise 6
Dreamweaver
Fireworks
Automated Accounting
Microsoft Access
Photoshop
Norton Anti-virus
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Nam Lite
Microsoft Publisher
Office 2000
Windows XP Professional
OmniPage Pro (OCR Software)
Adobe PageMaker
Elementary School Library
Arthur’s Brainteasers
Arthur’s Math Carnival
Arthur’s Reading Roundup
Barney
Goes to the Circus
Fun on the Farm
Under the Sea
Big Science Ideas
Magic School Bus Explores
Rainforest
Dinosaurs
Inside the Earth
Success Builder Algebra I
Success Builder Geometry
Encarta
Streets & Trips 2000
World Atlas 2000
World English Dictionary 2000
High School Software
Weather Disaster
Explore the Planets
Star Gazer
The Theory of Plate Tectonics
Best Grapher
Everything Weather
Small Blue Planet Atlas
Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia
Earth and Universe
The Ultimate CCD Collection
Topographic Maps
Illustrated Dictionary of Earth Science
Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
Encyclopedia of Space and the Universe
Technology Overview (Earth Science)
M.E.A.P. Interactive High School Science
Chemistry Matters Collection
AP Calculus Review
Microsoft Works
The Real Game – Career Exploration
Interactive Instructor - M.E.A.P. Software
T-Bird Record Keepoing System
American Degree Excel Program
Grade book software
ADAM – physiology software
SIRS
MOIS
World Book Encyclopedia
Elementary School Computer Lab
Computer Curriculum Software
Mathematics (grades K-9)
Reading
Accelerated Reader (grades 3 - 4)
Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
Keyboarding skills (grades 5-6)
Kidtype (2nd grade typing program)
MOIS – career exploration (grades 5-6)
MS Works (grade 6)
Scan and Read
Text to Audio 5.0
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Server Hardware Platform Standards
Intel Pentium 4 2.8 Ghz Processor
1Gig RAM
(2) 40 GB SCSI HDD
Adaptec SCSI Controller
52X CD Rom Drive
40GIG SCSI Tape Drive
100MB Network Interface
3.5 Floppy 1.44 Disk Drive
104 Key Keyboard
PS Style Mouse
IBM AS400 Configuration
Software – Standard Server
Novell Netware 6
Novell GroupWise 6
BorderManager 3.7
SurfControl (Internet Filtering)
Backup Exec 9 (Enterprise Version)
Windows 2000 Server
Network Devices
CAT5e UTP Cable
100mb Network Switch
100mb Network Hub
Multi Mode Fiber
Multi Mode Fiber Transceivers
INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORTS THE DISTRICT’S
MISSION, GOALS AND STRATEGIES
A voice/video/data wiring infrastructure network was installed during the 1996 and 1997 school
years. The infrastructure is within, and between our buildings; and between our district and the
rest of the SRESD Consortium members.
Our networked wiring infrastructure allows the New Lothrop Area Public Schools to:
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share academic and administrative resources
enhance curricular choices for students (via ITV, Internet/Web, satellite)
share compatible standards among all schools within the district
use high speed data and communication exchange for administration and instruction
(data lines)
access to the Internet/World Wide Web
access to higher education offerings
someday have electronic delivery of video, CD ROM, and software resources
plan for Internet account management
have a local online forum for student projects and teacher collaboration
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Simplified Diagram of New Lothrop Area Public School’s Network
Infrastructure Design & Rationale:
New Lothrop Area Public Schools’ Technology Plan is being implemented so that future
planning, design and purchases based on the district’s vision for technology and the goals and
expectations for student learning will be compatible and interoperable with the present and
planned infrastructure. Currently, all computers are networked.
Future purchases and implementation will be based upon these guidelines for the following
types of types of equipment and resources:
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computers will be of sufficient power and sophistication to support staff
and student goals for student learning.
computer-based supporting equipment, such as CD-ROMs, printers, LANS,
et cetera.
video resources such as television, videocassette recorders, cable,
satellite and video disc players.
telecommunications network and other technologies for two-way
communication of voice, data and graphics.
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Sufficient electrical power, wiring, and telephone lines are available in the schools to support
the district’s vision for technology. New or additional wiring and phone lines will be added
when and as needed.
Equipment will be distributed to the most accessible sites in the school for student and teacher
use.
The information technology facilities (in classrooms and/or lab settings) will foster safe and easy
use.
The school’s facilities will provide:
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a sufficient number of electrical outlets
surge protection and grounding
lightning protection
back-up systems
telephone outlets
adequate lighting
The school’s facilities are easily accessible to persons with disabilities
Universal Service Fund Information:
Our computer equipment currently in service and that budgeted for purchase, has or will have
network cards and is part of our internal network.
New Lothrop Area Public Schools has both an internal network and Internet access so that
computers can communicate with other computers over an internal network and over the
public telecommunications network. The following software is installed on our network:
Mocha Soft Terminal Software
GroupWise 6
Novell Netware 6
BorderManager 3.7
Backup Exec 9 (Enterprise Version)
Norton Anti-virus
Novell Netware Client
Novell GroupWise 6
SurfControl (Internet Filtering)
Windows 2000 Server
New Lothrop Area Public Schools will provide relevant staff technological training and
technology support in the following ways:
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commit funds for staff technological training for the fall of 2002, and for future
years
make support available by using existing countrywide training opportunities at the
Shiawassee Regional Educational Service District.
coordinate technology training into mandated staff development training
encourage opportunities for NL staff to share successful technology experiences with
one another of how teachers use technology in the classroom.
provide the staff with outside peer resources for classroom technology support.
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designate funds to support internal technology class programs to be used as internal
technology training centers for staff both during and outside of the regular school day.
Our district presently maintains a full-time technology director/repair technician on its staff to:
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oversee our technology program and keep it progressing in the right direction
keep equipment maintained, and up and running
make timely repairs so as to have minimum “downtime”.
make sure that all new components are compatible
develop a “student technology training core group” to help for classroom and peer
support.
Develop a timely system for equipment related problem resolution
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New Lothrop Area Public Schools’ library electrical system is sufficiently wired and can easily
handle simultaneous electrical uses which have been, and will be placed upon it.
CURRICULUM INTEGRATION
New Lothrop Area Public Schools are committed to integrate technology into every
facet of its curriculum. The technology component will be an integral part of any
and all curriculum development and alignment down to the objective level. The
Curriculum Committee will work in close association with the Technology Committee to make
sure that technology will be a foremost consideration to enhance teaching, training, and student
achievement in all curriculum disciplines.
We will add practical applications of technology into all curriculum areas, integrate the Michigan
Department of Education Frameworks and National Technology Standards into our curriculum,
and link technological skills to the workplace. Not only will we teach using technology, but we
will require our students to become proficient in using technology in their everyday lives.
Curriculum
New Lothrop Area Public Schools believes so devoutly in curriculum that we a full-time
Curriculum Director on staff for our district. We adhere to the “model” core curriculum in all
areas of instruction and will carefully align our technology curriculum with State and National
Standards. We will:
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carefully align our curriculum with state and national technology standards
infuse Mi CliMB (Clarifying Language in Michigan Benchmarks) into the
everyday classroom curriculum.
specify the knowledge each student should possess at each academic level
regarding technology
list the technological skills each student should possess and assess their level of
mastery
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map the order of knowledge and skill progression from elementary through high
school
determine the training needs of staff members for the infusion, facilitation and
use of technology into everyday teaching situations (practical applications).
institute effective instructional strategies and learning activities which will be
employed to help students understand and apply technology
use technology skills already learned – in all curricular areas
o as part of good instruction
o in writing reports
o in making presentations
o in performing research
o in justifying our point of view with facts and figures
provide relevance as to how these skills and abilities are used in the workplace
hold strong to our ideal that “no student will be left behind” and will adjust
teaching to facilitate all types and styles of learning
employ information technology resources to assess student learning.
evaluate each student’s achievement of the essential knowledge and skills they
need to achieve in technology.
Reassess the district’s technology classes to insure they are providing
maximum benefits, relevance and usefulness for our students.
Gather, review, and analyze written technology curricula from exemplary school
districts within Michigan
o Review the strengths and weaknesses of each submitted curriculum.
o Compare the findings with existing practices and philosophies in New
Lothrop.
Our Curriculum Committee realizes that education is an ongoing, ever-changing process and that
the curriculum is subject to continual evaluation and change.
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COLLABORATIONS
The New Lothrop Area Public School District has formed a close partnership with
the community of New Lothrop by housing the township community library in our
elementary building and extending its hours of operation. This library is available to both
students and community members. Books, magazines, the Dynix system and other research
based materials, as well as, computers, and Internet access including e-mail are available to adult
community members and students.
New Lothrop directs adults in need of further education to complete their high school diploma to
adult literacy classes in either Montrose or Chesaning, and has the computer resources available
at its elementary library, high school library. We try to provide equity of access to computers
and other technologies within our libraries.
Some college classes are available for students and community members via the Interactive
Television System from Lansing Community College. We are trying to seek associations with
other institutions of higher learning, service providers, businesses, and industry so as to enhance
our overall learning opportunities.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The New Lothrop Area Public School District has a great diversity in technology related skills
both amongst staff, and its students, with the narrower gap existing in the student population.
There is a great need in our district for technology related staff development and that need is
already being addressed at the county-wide level by the Shiawassee Regional Education Service
District (RESD). The RESD provides a wide variety of classes at various skill levels which can
enhance and increase the proficiency of users at any level.
Our district has also queried other members of our consortium as to how they are going about
training so as to bring their staff members to a somewhat equal basis. We have found members
both within and outside the consortium which can provide much needed training.
It is our goal, as a district, to survey the staff members in regard to their technology based
aptitudes, and either send them for training or have trainers brought in to correct our staff’s areas
of weakness. It is evident that this is a difficult task, however, we are already making inroads in
this area.
Our district would soon like to see all of our staff up to par, and applying the use of technology
and technology related skills in all classrooms at every level in each area of the curriculum. We
would like to close the gap between those highly skilled and those who are under skilled.
Goals of our professional development plan include:
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improving our staff’s technological proficiencies
improving staff and student competence with technology
improved technology planning within our district
implementing technology tools into new and existing curriculum and instruction
improving student achievement
creating model projects for utilization of technology in learning
enabling students to become quality users of technology
Staff development is greatly needed to train our teaching staff to make the changes necessary to
enable technology to enhance and support instruction. It takes time, training, and experience for
teachers to learn to seamlessly incorporate technology into their teaching. Consequently, staff
development opportunities which we provide will be focused on effective applications of
technology in creative, innovative ways. These training opportunities will be offered at times
and locations that are convenient to our teaching staff.
Our technology committee in conjunction with our curriculum committee would like to:
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assess our staff’s needs and assure a sound planning process
acquire commitment and support from staff and district leadership
arrange for adequate time and resources
offer continuity in our staff development program
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impart clear expectations for program participants
provide a conducive environment for learning
pattern our staff development after model programs
offer flexible scheduling and options for participants
provide effective trainers/presenters
employ effective follow-up strategies
use well conceived evaluation procedures
Our district’s vision of the planning process for professional development in technology provides
adequate support for the initiation, implementation and assessment phases of effective staff
development. We also plan to effectively use information technology resources to help design
and deliver professional development programs for teachers and staff.
Some forms of technical staff development training which our district plans to employ include:
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Manufacturer’s on-line support
Teacher in-services
Knowledgeable staff members
Both in-service and on-line support provided by software vendors
Technical support individuals
Formal scheduled classes provided by the Shiawassee Regional Education
Service District.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
New Lothrop Area Public Schools has a full time technician who helps to identify
technology needs; designs, and installs technical solutions; provides on-site repair
of broken or malfunctioning equipment; trouble shoots telephone problems; and sometimes
trains staff. Second level technical support and engineering support are also available to resolve
complex problems and to assist in difficult technical issues.
Our technology committee relies on a working relationship between itself, administrators, and
staff to ensure that new projects are carefully planned and implemented. We also rely on
technical assistance and support from our RESD and advice and input from other consortium
members.
Furthermore, when viewing the technical support issue from a district perspective, it becomes
clear that a coordinated, organized approach will be necessary as we implement voice-video-data
computer networks and deal with issues such as security and maintenance.
Our district’s plan for addressing technical issues includes the following:
 The district’s information technology resources are continually updated.
 Technology resources and materials are reviewed annually. New ones are being
added while those that no longer support the goals of the instructional program
are withdrawn.
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 Hardware is reviewed for possible replacement within five (5) years of purchase and
annually thereafter.
 Equipment receives regular inspection and routine maintenance on a minimum of an
annual basis.
 Our technician properly maintains and repairs equipment in a timely manner.
 Records adequately document repair and maintenance of equipment.
 Adequate system security is in place to safeguard the information technology
resources.
 Our Technology Director maintains an inventory of software, hardware, and
resource materials which is classified, cataloged and processed at the time of their
acquisition.
 All materials and equipment are tagged for easy identification and documented in an
electronic database
 The district’s insurance policy provides adequate coverage for materials and
liability.
SUPPORTING RESOURCES
The New Lothrop Area Public School system is committed to adequately
provide resources which will enhance teaching and learning with technology.
Our district is working hard to provide greater accessibility to its information technology
resources, by faculty, staff, students, administrators and the community. We will provide:
 Computer based classroom services such as
o Computers
o information access
o shared applications where all students receive the same curricular
opportunities
o standard applications insuring that all students have the necessary
technology skills
 Multimedia Opportunities
o Computers and computer based programs
o Interactive two-way television educational opportunities
o Channel One educational programming
o Virtual high school and college on-line classes
o Dynix library electronic card catalogue for research,
inventory, and management
o Internet access for e-mail and research
 Parent Information Services
o SchoolPlanner.com for access to homework assignments from home
o Teacher e-mail addresses so parents can contact teachers about matters
concerning their children
o Parent/Teacher meetings
o School Directory/Information (New Lothrop website)
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o
o
o
o
Electronic Newsletters on-line (New Lothrop website)
School Calendar on-line (New Lothrop website)
Results of school happenings – sports, quiz bowls, etc. (website)
Lunch menus (New Lothrop website)
 Administrative Services
o Student Accounting – scheduling, attendance, registration, transcripts
o Transportation – bus routes, information, etc.
o Personnel records
o Cafeteria management system
o Dynix library management system
o District Inventory control
o Information and forms management
The applications and services using technology will be continually expanded, updated, improved,
and enhanced.
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TECHNOLOGY BUDGET – PROJECTED COST
Item
2002-2003
Local District
Grants
Donations
Fiscal Year
Salaries
$ 40,695
2002 - 03
Benefits
$ 20,859
2002 - 03
$ 1,200
2002 - 03
$ 3000
2002 - 03
$ 14,000
2002 - 03
Maintenance
$1,100
2002 - 03
License Fees
$ 4,500
2002 - 03
New Equipment
$ 3,200
2002 - 03
Total
$88,554
2002 - 03
Travel
Conference
Printing
Supplies
Contracted Services
Network Fees
Item
2003-2004
Local District
Grants
Donations
Fiscal Year
Salaries
$ 40,700
2003- 04
Benefits
$ 12,500
2003- 04
Retirement
$6045
2003 -04
FICA
$3557
2003- 04
$800
2003 -04
Supplies
$ 4500
2003 -04
Contracted Services
$ 1500
2003 -04
Software
$1000
2003 -04
License Fees
$ 4,500
2003 -04
RESD Contracted
$43,000
2003 -04
New Equipment
$ 3,500
2003 - 04
Total
$121,602
2003 - 04
Conference/Travel
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TECHNOLOGY BUDGET – PROJECTED COST
Item
2004 –2005
Local District
Grants
Donations
Fiscal Year
Salaries
$ 40,700
2004- 05
Benefits
$ 12,500
2004- 05
Retirement
$6045
2004 -05
FICA
$3557
2004- 05
$200
2004 -05
$ 3500
2004 -05
Contracted Services
$ 500
2004 -05
Software
$1000
2004 -05
License Fees
$ 4,500
2004 -05
RESD Contracted
$45,500
2004 -05
New Equipment
$ 3,500
2004 - 05
Total
$121,502
2004 - 05
Conference/Travel
Supplies
2005 –2006
Item
Local District
Grants
Donations
Fiscal Year
Salaries
$ 40,700
2005- 06
Benefits
$ 12,500
2005- 06
Retirement
$6045
2005 –06
FICA
$3557
2005- 06
$200
2005 –06
$ 3500
2005 –06
Contracted Services
$ 500
2005 –06
Software
$1000
2005 –06
License Fees
$ 4,500
2005 –06
RESD Contracted
$45,500
2005 –06
New Equipment
$ 3,500
2005 – 06
Total
$121,502
2005 - 06
Conference/Travel
Supplies
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COORDINATION OF RESOURCES
FUNDING PLAN
The New Lothrop Area Public School District is presently using funds available from the state,
our general fund, consortium fees, and the Universal Service Fund to support our technology
programs. We are presently seeking grant sources to which we can apply for additional funding.
Donations from corporations, foundations, and individuals have not, as of yet, materialized.
We are aware that the following items must be considered in our budget planning process which
is being driven by our District’s vision for technology and our goals and expectations for student
learning:
 initial and replacement costs of equipment
 desktop hardware
 desktop software
 network/WAN hardware
 network/LAN software
 software license
 professional development
 technical assistance staff
 contracted engineering and network support
Our budget planning process considers each of the following factors and has established a
permanent line item in the school’s budget for the purchase, maintenance and updating
of the district’s technology resources:
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initial costs for equipment, software and infrastructure costs.
ongoing costs such as upgrades and hardware maintenance.
the acquisition of additional software
planning for obsolescence and the need to replace equipment
allocations for professional development and ongoing training
We are using every opportunity to stretch available financial resources to further advance our
vision for technology, i.e. partnerships with local colleges and the Shiawassee RESD to train
staff; state REMC bids for purchasing equipment; and the potential advantages of lease/purchase
agreements.
As of yet, we haven’t exercised fund raisers to expand our District’s financial resources, but we
are pursuing grants from state and federal agencies and private or corporate sponsors. We are
starting to encourage parents and community organizations to work together with the school to
raise funds to support the technology plan, and are considering contacting alumni organizations
to request support.
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EVALUATION OF PROGRESS
Our district technology team will evaluate the results of incorporating technology into
student learning by measuring results of student achievement in our technology based classes.
We will establish a “starting point” based on surveys and “pre and post tests” for comparative
analysis. We will also rely on feedback and surveys of instructors from all content areas.
Evaluation will be determined by direct observation, student academic achievement, student
social skills, and the overall ability to effectively utilize technology-based skills. Our district
will conduct community forums to gather perceptions about the effectiveness of our technology
programs including their satisfaction level. We will measure via survey to what extent teachers,
administrators, and students are using district provided technology.
One method of evaluating the use and success of our District Technology Plan is an ongoing
review our goals to determine if, and to what extent, they are being accomplished. This
systematic evaluation process will measure our district’s ability to conscientiously plan and meet
these goals and to help make incremental adjustments with regards to rapid advancements in
technology.
Evaluation Plan - 2003 – 2006 School Year
Required
Components
Accomplishments
Progress
Toward Goals
Infrastructure
Curriculum
Integration
Collaboration
Professional
Development
Technical
Support
Supporting
Resources
Timetable
Cost/Funding
Coordination of
Funding
Resources
Acceptable Use
Policy
Impact on Student
Achievement
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Focus Areas
For
Improvement
Notes
ACCEPTABLE USE AGREEMENTS
New Lothrop Area Public Schools
Acceptable Use Agreement
Telephone, Computer, Technology and Internet Use
The New Lothrop Board of Education is committed to the effective use of technology to both
enhance the quality of student learning and the efficiency of District operations. It also
recognizes that safeguards have to be established to ensure that the District’s investment in both
hardware and software is consistent with the mission of the school district.
The Superintendent is directed to establish guidelines for proper acquisition of technology and
use of technology (hardware and software) to attempt to ensure that staff and students are
practicing and modeling appropriate and ethical behavior while using District equipment and
networks that may be established.
The Superintendent shall also make reasonable efforts to ensure that both staff and students are
adequately informed about disciplinary actions that will be taken if District technology and/or
networks are abused or used in an illegal or unethical manner.
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New Lothrop Student
Acceptable Use Agreement
Telephone, Computer, Technology and Internet Use
STUDENT AGREEMENT
This agreement is entered into this _____ day of _________________, 200__ between
_____________________ __________________________ hereinafter referred to as User, and
New Lothrop Area Public Schools, hereinafter referred to as District. The purpose of this
agreement is to provide Telephone, Technology, Network Electronic Mail and Internet access,
hereinafter referred to as Network, for educational purposes to the user.
As such, this access will:
1. assist in the collaboration and exchange of information,
2. facilitate personal growth in the use of technology
3. enhance information gathering and communication skills.
The intent of this contract is to ensure that Users will comply with all Technology, Network and
Internet acceptable use policies approved by the District. In exchange for the use of the Network
resources either at school or away from school, I understand and agree to the following:
A. The use of the Network is a privilege which may be revoked by the District at
any time if I violate any of the provisions of this policy.
1. Appropriate reasons for revoking privileges include, but are not limited to,
the altering of system software, the placing of unauthorized information,
computer viruses or harmful programs on or through the computer system
in either public or private files or messages.
2. The District reserves the right to remove files, limit or deny access, and
refer the user for other disciplinary actions.
B. The District reserves all rights to any material stored in files which are
generally accessible to others and will remove any material which the District,
at its sole discretion, believe may be unlawful, obscene, pornographic,
abusive, or otherwise objectionable. Users will not use their District-approved
computer account/access to obtain, view, download, or otherwise gain access
to such material.
C. All information services and features contained on District resources are intended for
the private use of its registered users and any use of these resources for commercial
(for-profit) or other unauthorized purposes (i.e. advertisements, political lobbying), in
any form, is expressly forbidden.
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D. District resources are intended for the exclusive use by its registered users. The User
is responsible for the use of his/her account/password and/or privilege. Any problems
which arise from the use of a User's account are the responsibility of the account
holder. Use of an account by someone other than the registered account holder is
forbidden and may be grounds for loss of access privileges.
E. Any misuse of the account will result in suspension of the account privileges
and/or other disciplinary action determined by the District. The District may require
the user to reimburse the District for any fees, expenses, or damages incurred as a
result of the misuse of the Network or equipment. Misuse/damages shall include,
but not be limited to:
1. intentionally seeking information on, obtaining copies of, or modifying
files, other data, or passwords belonging to other users, otherwise referred
to as hacking.
2. downloading or observing access to obscene, pornographic,
abusive, or otherwise objectionable material.
3. misrepresenting other users on the Network
4. disrupting the operation of the Network through abuse of the hardware
or software
5. malicious use of the Network through hate mail, harassment, profanity,
vulgar statements, or discriminatory remarks
6. interfering with others use of the Network
7. extensive use for non-curriculum-related communication
8. illegal installation of copyrighted software
9. unauthorized down-sizing, copying, or use of licensed or copyrighted
software
10. allowing anyone to use an account other than the account holder
F. The use of District resources are for the purpose of (in order of priority):
1. support of the academic program
2. telecommunications
3. general information
G. The District does not warrant that the functions of the system will meet any specific
requirements the user may have, or that it will be error free or uninterrupted; nor shall
it be liable for any direct or indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (including
lost data, information, or time) sustained or incurred in connection with the use,
operation, or inability to use the system.
H. If applicable, the User will regularly delete old e-mail messages on a daily basis from
the personal mail directory to avoid excessive use of the electronic mail disk space.
I. The District will periodically make determinations on whether specific uses of the
network are consistent with the acceptable-use and reserves the right to log Internet
use and to monitor electronic mail space utilization by users.
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J. The User may not transfer files, shareware, or software from information services
and electronic bulletin board services without the permission of the Director of
Technology. The User may be liable to pay the cost or fee of any file, shareware, or
software transferred intentionally incurred by the District without such permission.
The District reserves the right to restrict or remove a user’s account on the Network
to prevent further unauthorized activity.
K. A student User may log on and use the Network only with his/her authorized
password and under the immediate supervision, or with the permission of a Faculty or
Staff member.
L. The District reserves the right to log computer use and to monitor fileserver
space utilization for each user.
M. User Responsibilities and Privacy
1. The User should possess a basic knowledge of the whole system regarding
“responsibilities and privacy “ and an understanding of the fundamentals of
operation within the system in regard to the following:
2. User Protection:
a. Students are not to reveal their personal home address, home telephone
number, or the address or telephone numbers of other individuals.
b. Your personal signature on any e-mail must use only the school address.
c. You must notify your parent or guardian and the system administrator
immediately if any individual is trying to contact you for illicit or
suspicious activities.
3. Respecting Privacy:
a. Learn and follow proper codes of conduct in electronic communication.
b. In news groups, giving out personal information is inappropriate.
c. When using e-mail, extreme caution must always be taken in revealing
any information of a personal nature.
d. Giving out personal information about another person, including home
address or telephone number is strictly prohibited.
N. The New Lothrop School District has implemented Surfcontrol filtering software
intended to block minors’ access to materials that are obscene, pornographic,
or that the District determines to be inappropriate for minors. However,
the district does not guarantee that school officials can control users access to such
materials while using the District’s information technologies because of continued
changes to that technology. The filtering software (Surfcontrol) operates only within
the District wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN).
The filtering software does not operate during dial-up access.
O. In consideration for the privileges of using the District resources, and in consideration
for having access to the information contained on the Network, or by the Network, I
hereby release the District, its operators and administration from any and all claims of
any nature arising from any use, or inability to use the District resources.
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Sign and Return the This Page
New Lothrop Student
Acceptable Use Agreement
Telephone, Computer, Technology and Internet Use
Student’s Name: _____________________________________
Sign and return to the Building Designee
.
In consideration for the privileges of using the District resources, and in consideration
for having access to the information contained on the Network, or by the Network, I
hereby release the District, its operators and administration from any and all claims of
any nature arising from any use, or inability to use the District resources.
As a student, I agree to abide by the New Lothrop Area Public School’s Acceptable
Use Agreement.
_____________________________________ (Printed Name)
___________________________
(Signature of User)
_______
(Date)
If under 18 years old: As the student's parent or legal guardian, I have read and discussed this
acceptable use policy with my child.
_____________________________________ (Printed Name)
___________________________
(Signature of Parent/Guardian)
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(Date)
New Lothrop Area Public School’s
Acceptable Use Agreement For Staff
Telephone, Computer, Technology and Internet Use
STAFF AGREEMENT
Please read this document carefully before signing. The signatures at the end of this
document are legally binding and indicate that the signing parties have read all of the
terms and conditions carefully and understand their significance.
This agreement is entered into this __________________ day of _____________________,
20_____ between ______________________________________________, (hereinafter referred
to as “Staff Member”) and New Lothrop Area Public Schools (hereinafter referred to as
“District”). The purpose of this agreement is to establish guidelines for access to the internet,
telephone system, and the local network (Electronic Mail and Electronic Bulletin Board)
(hereinafter referred to collectively as the “Network”) for educational purposes. This access will
(1) assist in the collaboration and exchange of information, (2) facilitate personal growth in the
use of technology, and (3) enhance information gathering and communication skills.
In exchange for the privilege of using the Network resources either at school or away
from school, I understand and agree to the following:
A. The use of the Network is a privilege which may be revoked by the District at any time if I
violate any of the rules stated below.
B. The District reserves the right to any material stored in files which are generally accessible to
others and to remove any material which the District, at its sole discretion, believes may be
unlawful, indecent, obscene, pornographic, abusive, or otherwise objectionable. The Staff
Member will not use his or her District-approved computer account/access to obtain, view,
download, or otherwise gain access to such materials.
C. All information services and features contained on District or Network resources are intended
for the private educational and recreational use of its registered users. Any use of these
resources for commercial-for-profit or other unauthorized purposes (i.e. advertisement,
political lobbying), in any form, is expressly forbidden.
D. Network resources are intended for use exclusively by registered users. The Staff Member is
responsible for the use of his/her account/password and/or access privilege. Any problems
which arise from the use of a Staff Member’s account are the responsibility of the account
holder. Use of an account by someone other than the registered account holder is forbidden
and may be grounds for loss of access privileges. Any loss of security of an account or
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password should be reported immediately to an appropriate Network administrator.
E. Any misuse of the account will result in suspension of the account privileges and/or other
disciplinary action determined by the District, State or Federal Laws. Misuse shall include,
but not be limited to:
1. intentionally seeking information on, obtaining copies of, or modifying nonpublic
files or other data, or passwords belonging to other users;
2. impersonating another user on the Network;
3. disrupting the operation of the Network through abuse of the hardware or software;
4. the transmission of any material which would constitute a violation of state or federal
law, including but not limited to, copyrighted material; harassing, abusive,
threatening, indecent or obscene material; material protected as a trade secret; any
defamatory matter or matter which would constitute an invasion of personal privacy;
and any matter which would reasonably be considered to be discriminatory on the
basis of sex, race, national origin or religion;
5. interfering with other’s use of the Network;
6. unapproved use of non-curriculum-related communications during the school day;
7. illegal installation of copyrighted software;
8. unauthorized down-loading, copying, or use of unlicensed or copyrighted software;
9. allowing anyone to use an account other than the account holder.
F. Use of District resources is intended for the following purposes (in order of priority):
1. Support of the academic program
2. Development of knowledge and skills regarding use of telecommunications
technologies;
3. General Information
G. The District does not warrant that the functions of the system will meet any specific
requirements the user may have, or that it will be error free or uninterrupted. Neither the
District or the Network are liable for any direct or indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages (including lost data, information, or time) sustained or incurred in connection with
the use, operation, or inability to use the system. Use of any information obtained via the
Network is at your own risk.
H. The Staff Member will check their e-mail messages on a daily basis.
I. The District and/or Network may periodically make determinations on whether specific uses
of the Network are consistent with the acceptable-use practices. The District and/or Network
reserves the right to log Internet use and to monitor electronic mail.
J. The Staff Member may transfer free files, shareware and other software from information
services and electronic bulletin board services. Should the Staff Member intentionally
transfer a file, shareware, or software which infects the Network with a virus and causes
damage, the Staff Member will be liable for any and all repair costs to make the Network
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once again fully operational and may be subject to other disciplinary measures as determined
by the District.
K. The Staff Member may not transfer file, shareware, or software from information services
and electronic bulletin boards if any fee or cost would be incurred without the permission of
the Director of Technology. The Staff Member may be liable to pay the cost or fee of any
files, shareware, or other software transferred, without such permission.
L. Users violating any provisions of this Network Access Agreement face disciplinary action for
such violations. Depending upon the nature and severity of the violation, possible
disciplinary actions include:
1. Users may be banned from further use of the network and may be required to attend
additional training sessions as a precondition to continued use;
2. Users may be required to make full financial restitution for any unauthorized expenses
or damages incurred;
3. Users may face additional disciplinary action consistent with the collective bargaining
agreement;
4. The district may refer the matter to appropriate law enforcement authorities; and
restrict or remove the user’s account from the Network to prevent further unauthorized
activity.
M. Software
1. Any software on any district machine must be properly licensed and approved by the
network administrator before being installed.
2. Any software which is presently installed on any district machine which has not been
previously approved should be immediately approved by the network
administrator.
In consideration for the privilege of using the Network, I hereby release the District and/or the
Network and their employees, agents, and operators from any and all claims of any nature arising
from my use of, misuse of, or inability to use, the District and/or Network resources.
I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Network usage as set forth herein and as may be
added from time to time by the District and/or Network, as long as I am notified in writing of any
and all changes. This policy, including all changes and provisions will be available in hardcopy
form in the Principal’s Office, and the District Administrative Office.
Sign and return
_______________________________________________ (Printed name)
_______________________________________________ _____________
(Signature of Staff Member)
(Date)
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COMMUNICATIONS / PUBLIC RELATIONS
New Lothrop Area Public Schools believes that it is important to keep our community, staff,
students, and all interested parties informed about all information concerning our District.
Through the local media, school newspaper, school newsletters, fliers, telephone, community
meetings, and the school website, we will communicate our technology plan’s direction, goals,
progress, and accomplishments. We feel that with good communication we will obtain valuable
input, cooperation, and support of our technology program.
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