The document discusses three school districts that have implemented new technologies to improve operations: Joshua Independent School District deployed an emergency communications system; Athenian School installed a solar photovoltaic system; and Everett Public Schools implemented a student data management system. The conclusion emphasizes that schools are increasingly adopting new technologies to enhance education and keep up with the times.

1. Looking Toward a Better Tomorrow Technological Improvements in the American Educational System Tim Kegley

5. Joshua Independent School Protecting Our Children: Priority #1 Emergency Communications System The implementation of Rapid Responder by the Joshua ISD highlights a trend among school corporations throughout the nation of ensuring safety in the educational environment. The system also provides an additional safeguard in tragedy prevention.

8. Athenian School Our Largest Star: An Untapped Resource Photovoltaic System No surprise here that California is leading the way in alternate energy options. It is an interesting idea and probably one that could be duplicated in other areas throughout the country. Athenian as a school system was founded on environmental principles and doing a great job of leading by example.

11. Everett Public Schools Organization Made Easy Data Integrity and Data Management System It is easy to see how a school system the size of Everett Public Schools might need some assistance in compiling all of there information. With 18,500 students throughout the corporation organization is paramount. Certify seems to be well known and has a great referral in the United States government.

12. Conclusion Technology in Education Whether it be emergency response, solar panels, or data management systems it is easy to see the ways in which the schools in America are changing with the times. No longer can a school system operate in the past and not look forward to the cutting edge. Education is becoming more and more competitive and is evolving to mirror the university experience. All of these examples magnify the relevance of technology and its influence on the future of education.