Slideshow overview of E-rate discount plan and RRISD Technology Plan for 2011-2014

1. Integrating Technology in our Schools
E-rate overview
and RRISD
Technology Plan
(2011-2014)

2. Introduction/Agenda
Instructor/Presenter: Brandy Beasley
AGENDA
• Review E-Rate
• Review RRISD Technology Plan

3. About E-Rate
WHAT? Discounted telecommunications program
WHO? Schools (public/private) and libraries are eligible
WHERE Urban and Rural Areas, depending on economic
?
need
WHEN? Apply/Renewal annually
WHY? Affordable access for all

4. E-rate (Cont’d)
E-rate discount determination - # of students on
National School Lunch Program
100%
50%
URBAN Discount
0%
Less than…
RURAL Discount
1% to 19%
75% to…
20% to 34%
35% to 49%

5. E-rate Summary
• Purpose: Supplemental Funds
• Use: Ensures technological access
and capability
• to all
• End result: Learners of the 21st century
are connected to information
Web site: E-rate Information

6. RRISD Technology Plan
2011 - 2014
This plan was developed with the following programs/documents
in mind:
RRISD’s Strategic Plan
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of
2001
Texas Long-Range Plan for
Technology, 2006-2020
Schools and Libraries Universal
Service Support Program (E-Rate)

7. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
9 GOALS
UNITED
EFFORT

8. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 1
Improve student academic achievement, including technology
literacy for all students.
• Collaborative Learning Groups
• Distance Learning/Videoconferencing
• On-demand Access
• Create Student Portfolios
• Integrate technology in all content areas

9. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 2
Integrate technology into teaching and learning in all
curriculum areas.
• Identify minimum technology standards in the classroom
• Establish a standard technology package in the classroom
• Create technology forum to replicate successful integration

10. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 3
Acquire and maintain computer workstations and other
technologies.
• Increase notebooks and netbooks at every campus
• Increase access to peripheral technology equipment
• Create Employee Purchase Program through Dell
• Maintain and refresh existing equipment

11. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 4
Ensure the effective use of technology to promote
parental involvement and increase communication with
parents.
• Use distance learning or digital technology to involve
parents/community
• Expand services available through RRISD web site
• Implement a plan for teachers to create web pages
• Provide community education programs

12. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 5
Provide ongoing professional development for
teachers, principals, administrators, school library media
personnel that aligns with SBEC Technology Application
standards.
• Provide just-in-time training
• Encourage participation in statewide professional development
• Encourage participation in Master Technology Teacher Program

13. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 6
Support the transformation of the teaching process by
promoting student-centered learning within communities
of inquiry.
• Creation of core curriculum, student-centered multimedia projects
• Develop a district-wide portal strategy for access to subscription
databases
• Support Project Share / Expand Moodle for professional
development

14. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 7
Provide a sufficient budget to acquire and maintain
hardware, software, and other services.
• Creation of advisory committee
• Budget managers will coordinate on expenditures

15. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 8
Maintain a telecommunications infrastructure to ensure
equitable access to network resources for all campuses
and the community.
• Expand internet/wireless access
• Upgrade LAN/WAN/Video equipment and cabling
• Digitize records
• Create disaster recovery plan

16. RRISD TECH PLAN (CONT’D)
GOAL# 9
Utilize district technology plan to ensure technology
resources to promote student achievement.
• Allocate 30% of technology budget to professional development

17. SUMMARY
OVERVIEW OF GOALS:
Student-Centered Learning
Parent/Community Involvement
Professional Development Opportunities
Appropriate Budgeting
Continued maintenance and development in
infrastructure

18. CEDAR RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
“You must be the
change you want to
see in the world.”
-Ghandi

19. REFERENCES
Chavez, J. (2011). Round Rock ISD Technology Plan: 2011-2014.
Retrieved on March, 6, 2012 from: http://rrisd-
its.wikispaces.com/file/view/long-range+technology+report+2011-
14+final.pdf
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/oii/nonpublic/erate.html