The document summarizes the results of the Texas STaR Chart survey given to teachers at Katy Junior High. The STaR Chart measures a school's proficiency in four areas of technology integration on a scale from Early Tech to Target Tech. Katy Junior High has maintained a Developing Tech classification in Teaching and Learning but has seen strong gains toward Advanced Tech in Educator Preparation and Leadership. The summary states that the school aims to improve two key areas from Developing Tech to Advanced Tech by increasing frequent technology use and student-centered learning, as well as providing more staff development opportunities.

1. Katy Junior High

2. By Stephanie Montez

3. Texas STaR Chart Agenda What is the Texas STaR Chart? Areas of Focus & Levels of Proficiency Campus data from 2006 – Present Trends Summary

4. What is the STaR Chart? School Technology and Readiness Chart State mandated survey completed by all teachers. Profile of a campus’ status toward reaching the goals of the Long-Range Plan.

5. Texas STaR Chart Areas of Focus Teaching and Learning Educator Preparation and Development Leadership, Administration, and Instructional Support Infrastructure for Technology

6. Texas STaR Chart Levels of Proficiency Early Tech (Score of 6 – 8) Developing Tech (Score of 9 – 14) Advanced Tech (Score of 15 – 20) Target Tech (Score of 21 – 24)

7. STaR Chart Results 2006 – PresentKaty Junior High

8. Katy Junior High Results Continued

9. Katy Junior High STaR Chart Summary

10. Trends Maintaining Developing Tech classification in Teaching & LearningStrong gain toward Advance Tech in Educator Preparation & LeadershipConsistent gain in Advanced Tech for Infrastructure for Technology

11. SummaryFocus improving from Developing Tech to Advanced Tech in 2 key areas.Accomplished by frequent use of computers and student-centered learning experiences. More staff development technology opportunities.

12. Helpful LinksKaty ISD – www.katyisd.org STaR Chart - http://starchart.esc12.net/ Texas Long-Range Plan - http://www.tea.state.tx.us/technology/lrpt/lrpt_lrpt.html TEA - http://www.tea.state.tx.us/