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Building a Technology Vision and Plan for the Future
The document outlines a webinar focused on building a technology vision and plan for K-12 education, featuring speakers from Hall County Schools, GA. Key topics include the pressing issues in K-12 technology, operational requirements, instructional technology trends, and the importance of proper funding. Additionally, it emphasizes collaboration among stakeholders and the necessity of training and capacity building for effective technology use in education.
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- 1. simply get moredone Building a Technology Vision and Plan for the Future Monday, January 29, 2018 Dr. Aaron Turpin, Assistant Superintendent of Technology - Hall County Schools, GA Jay Smith, Innovation Architect - Hall County Schools, GA Greg Odell, eLearning Specialist - Hall County Schools, GA
- 2. simply get moredone ● All attendees muted during the webinar - verbal questions taken at end of session ● Questions may be asked via the control panel during the session ● Use the ‘Questions’ panel, not ‘Chat’ ● Webinar recording and presentation delivered via follow-up email Webinar Information Session Protocol
- 3. Dr. Aaron Turpin www.simbli.com ●Assistant Superintendent of Technology – Hall County Schools, GA ● Center for Digital Education’s ‘Top 40 Innovators In Education ● Former middle and elementary school principal ● Former high school classroom teacher
- 4. Jay Smith www.simbli.com ● InnovationArchitect – Hall County Schools, GA ● Oversees design, implementation, and maintenance of networks, storage, servers, messaging, and user management ● Manages district technology support operations ● Establishes creative ways to improve technology experiences across the district
- 5. Greg Odell www.simbli.com ● eLearningSpecialist – Hall County Schools, GA ● Facilitates instructional technology, including LMS (Canvas) management and training ● Former 4th and 5th grade teacher ● Former elementary school media specialist
- 6. simply get moredone School District Technology Operations – Functional Areas ● Networks and services ● Information technology ● Instructional technology ● Web development ● Technology funding Agenda
- 7. simply get moredone What Do You Think Are the Most Pressing Issues in K-12 Technology? ● Security ● Instructional application ● Capacity ● Staffing / staff retention ● Funding ● Training for teachers Quick Poll
- 8. www.simbli.com Technology Plan –Core Values
- 9. Core Values andFoundational Cornerstones Across All Functional Areas www.simbli.com Performance Goal Exemplary customer service and technology ambassadors for the district • Serve each customer with integrity, respect, and kindness • 90% of all stakeholder emails and phone calls responded to within 24 hours • 100% of all stakeholder emails and phone calls responded to within 48 hours Personnel Personnel will be wise stewards of all allocated funds
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- 11. simply get moredone School District Requirements ● Strong dependency on stable, secure network ● Critical core systems include messaging, web services, user authentication, internet firewalls, VOIP telephony, core switching and routing ● Goal of 95% availability for all technology systems, with critical core systems above 99% Understanding the Needs
- 12. www.simbli.com Why the Needfor Concern?
- 13. Instructional Tools Chromebooks –A Closer Look www.simbli.com Device of Choice for Many Schools • Designed to connect to the internet wirelessly • Unlike a Windows or Apple device, a Chromebook will not be useful without an internet connection • Consider the total cost of ownership, including services, licensing, and reliability when you choose a Wi-Fi partner
- 14. Contingency Planning ● Establisha central data center ● Build in redundancy ● Facilitate system and network monitoring ● Coordinate independent, 3rd party, comprehensive networks and systems security audits ● Recognize and embrace there is no such thing as an ‘unhackable’ system
- 15. simply get moredone Which of these passwords is the strongest? ● N!k3S#03 ● Nike ● N!keShoe ● I love Shoes Quick Poll
- 16. www.simbli.com Technology Services Build orBuy? Hall County handles technology services in-house. Other districts may find it more prudent to outsource these services. In-House Services Certified in various various technologies – reimbursed by manufacturer for devices under warranty. Building Capacity Train and invest in local, district-based technicians, building capacity, knowledge, and skills over time.
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- 18. simply get moredone What is the largest factor in determining state and federal funding? ● Free and reduced lunch percentage ● Scheduling ● Number of students ● Number of years of teacher experience and degree level Quick Poll
- 19. Scheduling Best Practice ●Always put student need first ● Utilizing teacher specialty areas (gifted, advanced content, EIP, ESOL) ● Plan your Master Schedule early ● Schedule your “got to be’s” first. (SPED, ESOL, EIP, Gifted, etc.) ● Schedule to maximum funding when possible and know the rules
- 20. Training is Key Bestpractice is to have a scheduling team at local schools composed of: ● School-based administrator - most cases this is an assistant principal ● Data entry staff ● SPED lead ● EL lead ● Gifted lead FERPA compliance is crucial!
- 21. Backup, Backup, Backup Backupall of your systems, including your Student Information System (SIS) www.simbli.com Work these practices into your disaster recovery plan Implement a backup for your backup Consider both cloud- based or on-premise hosted solutions
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- 23. simply get moredone ● Learning Management Systems ● Video conferencing ● Simulations / Virtual Reality / Augmented Reality ● Blended Learning / Flipped Classroom ● Redesigned Learning Spaces (including Learning Commons) Which three educational technology trends do you feel can have the most positive impact on student achievement and improving instruction? Quick Poll
- 24. e-Learning Team Collaborate withdistrict stakeholders in curriculum design by curating and evaluating new and existing technologies in classroom instruction www.simbli.com Shift to digital, eliminating textbooks and ensuring interoperability Simplify accessibility and use, creating a seamless technology experience Assemble and curate the best possible resources for teachers and students Eliminate organizational silos, collaborate, and communicate effectively
- 25. Supporting Our Teachers ●Blended LeArning Support Teams (BLaST) – led by active, school-based blended learning experts ● Conduit for training and information ● Instructional goals aligned to school improvement plans ● e-Learning monitors frequency and recency of school BLaST participation ● e-Learning provides multiple opportunities for BLaST training in a variety of formats
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- 27. Changing Landscape ● Awebsite provides districts and schools an opportunity to tell their story ● Access anytime, anywhere, on any device ● Developed in-house or outsourced ● High School CTE classes sometimes used to develop and maintain websites
- 28. simply get moredone Web Development ● Optimize for desktop and mobile ● Review open source options ● Keep information relevant and up to date ● Build up a social media presence in parallel ● Invest in security and backup your site regularly Key Considerations
- 29. What Does it LookLike When You’re Hacked?
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- 32. simply get moredone Technology Funding ● Opportunities made to staff, students and community are not cheap ● Typical business invests 5- 7% of total operating budget on technology ● Instructional software a primary focus – 45% decrease in textbook orders ● Free is never free Technology impacts every facet of operation in a school district
- 33. Multiple Funding Sources Districtsand schools have a variety of funding sources www.simbli.com eRate-a Funding Grants SPLOST General Funds
- 34. simply get moredone Maximizing Your Spend ● Outsourcing data center (NOC). ● Outsourcing technical support ● Leveraging your regional support agencies for instructional technology support and training Turning small into large
- 35. Additional Ideas ● Videoconferencing ● Reduce printing costs by maximizing digital resources and access ● Invest in training o Certifications - a $2,000 Microsoft certification training saves $10,000 in consultant fees o Conferences - A $1,500 investment in sending staff to professional conferences brings immeasurable returns
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- 38. simply get moredone What’s Next Thank You for Attending! ● Be on the lookout for the session recording ● Share with a colleague ● Look for additional webinar offerings in coming weeks ● Reach out for a personalized demonstration of any additional Simbli modules
- 39. simply get moredone Building a Technology Vision and Plan for the Future Monday, January 29, 2018 Dr. Aaron Turpin, Assistant Superintendent of Technology - Hall County Schools, GA Jay Smith, Innovation Architect - Hall County Schools, GA Greg Odell, eLearning Specialist - Hall County Schools, GA