The document outlines a technology use plan for Simon Hill Elementary School, emphasizing the importance of a structured approach to integrating technology in education to enhance student learning and prepare them for future challenges. It includes a step-by-step process for planning, implementation, evaluation, and professional development, while aiming to engage teachers, parents, and the community in the educational process. The ultimate goal is to improve student achievement through the effective use of technology and quality instruction, supported by partnerships and ongoing assessments.

2. Technology Use Plan Power Pointby Marie Lawrick

3. BuddhaAn idea that is developed and put into action is more important than an idea that exists only as an idea.

4. Simon Hill Planning Team Principal Certified TeachersClassified Tutors & Assistant TeachersOffice Staff Librarians ParentsBusiness community leadersEducation Technologist

5. RipplesThis is the beginning of your Simon Hill Tech Plan. It is a fluid liquid living document, filled with your ideas, concepts, vision and meant to create your pathway to achieving the goals and outcomes set forth from this committee. So dip your feet in the water and let’s create ripples circling unending that last a lifetime for the learners, ourselves and each other.

6. RationaleOne might question -Why develop a technology use plan? To have a navigation map on the waterways to guide our collective vision to meet our goals in an effective and efficient manner with the best results possible for ongoing success. Preparing the learners for tomorrow is critical to achieving the standards set forth nationally, statewide and by our communities.

7. Process Description Step 1: Take Notice of Where you want to go/are goingStep 2: Make a Vision Statement with the direction in mind A Mission statement too Step 3: Evaluate your current assets and resourcesNot just hardware and software, people too Step 4: Determine any Needs Assessments Training can be critical, then equipment Step 5: Plan goals/objectives

8. Process Description Step 6: Determine Professional Development programsStep 7: Determine a BudgetStep 8: Make an Implementation TimelineStep 9: Evaluation of first implementation and feedback loopStep 10: Conduct an Ongoing Evaluation of the Technology Plan

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11. Vision Statement (draft for committee) Focus on learning, then equipment. Creating an environment to meeting the learning needs of the learner of tomorrow today by teaching life-long learning skills for the 21st century with student centered learning from K to 6th grade at Simon Hill Elementary School with technology and sound instruction methods. Through the use of highly qualified teachers, an involved community, strong families, in a safe environment for learning with an efficient staff with the right technology tools to enhance and increase student achievements. The students of Simon Hill to graduate to the middle school with skill levels to meet the standards for ISITS 7th graders or above.

12. Idaho 2008 Technology Grade

13. Idaho 2008 Technology Grade

14. Plan Goals/Objectives The progress of any change effort is ultimately dependent on not only the eager and willing teachers and staff but also those who are not so eager. The two groups must work together to transform anxiety to proficiency and proficiency to mastery. The problem is exacerbated when “teachers who are lacking skills are afraid to ask for help,” observed one participant.

15. Plan Goals/Objectives cont.Instead of thinking in the short term, both administrators and teachers must look at the bigger picture. Although this at first seems difficult, creating a clear vision for learning and setting measurable educational goals is one of the keys to success. Professional development tends to have a stronger impact when we frame it like this: “Let’s look at what students are learning this year and then see how technology can make it more effective.”

16. Plan Goals/Objectives Indicators of Success: Maximize content learning of the elementary students at Simon Hill, quality of student product improvementMethods/Measures:Standardized tests-ISATS, IRI, ISITS, NETS, Rubrics for scoring student products, employee surveys, Interviews, ObservationsBenchmarks:Establish baselines, Review of student products to show improvement from baselines, 15% or more score at proficient or above after baseline retesting

17. Plan Goals/Objectives cont. Benchmarks, cont. 40% of students score satisfactory or above on product rubrics by mid-year; 70% of students score satisfactory or above on product by the end of the year. Evaluation Findings: Determine if there are barriers to the implementation processUse results to inform staff of development planningInterview certified and classified teachers for feedback on training and enhanced student learning Make informed decisions about instructional practices

18. Plan Goals/Objectives cont.Increase the number of highly effective and qualified personnelStrategy 1: Implement an effective professional development system and instructional framework to enable every Simon Hill staff member to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviors to improve learning for all studentsStrategy 2: Principal and Simon Hill staff will continue to collaboratively support teachers’ instructional practices toward improved student learning with time and fundingStrategy 3: Recruit, develop, and retain the highest quality teachers and Simon Hill staff Increase parent/family/community partnerships that support the education of all studentsStrategy 4: Identify needs and provide opportunities for parents to actively participate in school

19. Plan Goals/Objectives cont.Strategy 5: Communicate to parents the educational goals of their childrenIntegrate a technologically-enhanced educational environment and support system that promotes student learning and overall efficiency and effectiveness of school operationsStrategy 6: Provide network administration services, maintenance, safe access, to support student learningStrategy 7: Integration of technology in the classroom that supports 21st century learning skillsStrategy 8: Maintain ongoing efforts to improve communication via the school website to support the academic efforts of students

20. Needs Assessment Does technology training for classified personnel enhance student learning?What impact does technology training for classified personnel have to enhance student learning?See Exhibit of Survey of Needs Assessment for Teachers Certified/ClassifiedDoes the committee want a survey for other stakeholders? Parents, community, staff, etc…

21. Staff Development Incentives from the Principal Rewards for successful individual and group efforts Tie merit into the vision and goals of the overall school plan and use of technology in enhancing student learningMatch training with feedback from the survey from the teachers to their interests and needs (andragogy)

22. Staff Development cont. Take pride in their professional trainingRole Model professional development for the students “a personal journey of growth and discovery”, by Jamie McKenzie Learn by daily use and ‘just doing it’ Encourage each other to remove obstaclesCollective teacher support groups Envision success daily for each other picture " Ó 1998 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. "

23. Staff Development cont. Provide a variety of free online and onsite professional development opportunities that offer classroom solutions and staff development creditCreate technology assessments for teachers and classes that help teachers develop the skills they need based on the outcome of these assessments Institute a train-the-trainer programCreate web-based professional development and web-based student activities for technology skills and information literacyCreate an instructional model teachers can use to implement technology using project-based learning

24. Evaluation/Research 3-6 months for the first 24 months of implementationYearly thereafter for feedback and re-adjustment by this committee and published publicly Research possible through follow up surveys and stakeholder feedback The plan will be disseminated to the community. i.e. websites, PTA meetings Communicating with parents and promoting 75% parent involvement, flyers, PTA meetings, teacher/parent meeting and emails

25. CommunityParent and Community involvement in the planning and implementation process and reflection stages After school adult literacy programs, GED, and other community involvement using technology Awareness, professional development and accessibilityAddressing community issues Provide open labs after school and on weekendsAfter-school environment where students or teachers can work on a wide variety of projects and share ideas

26. Technical Issues and MaintenanceInfrastructureHardware /Software Technical support Personnel Description of the current status Services that will need to be acquired to enhance student learning and improve instruction of teachers and staff Strategies to ensure interoperability of equipment are provided, and plans for continuous upgrading when neededDescription of technical support that is currently available in the school and school district Special Needs for Accessibility students w/handicaps addressed

27. Budget Professional Development TrainingLicense agreementsTechnical supportMaintenance and Service costsSoftware and curriculum supportHardware and networking costsSalaries and benefits Other areas required by the plan, school or district

28. FundingLong term financial plan to include Coordinating local, state, federal programs /grantsCommunity donations MonetaryGift in Kind Investment strategies Identifying sources of alternative fundingBusiness partnerships

29. TimelineDevelopment and implementation of the plan. Development 12-18 months First year committee to meet every other monthTeachers –certified and classified to meet in smaller group Progress reporting of committee minutes to be fed online Implementation 6-12 months 5 year plan Evaluation, Reflection, and Change Stakeholder Committee to celebrate annually and take ownership and pride in the on-going success of the technology plan

30. BuddhaThe foot feels the foot when it feels the ground.