The Texas STaR Chart is an assessment tool developed by the Texas Education Agency to measure schools' progress in 4 key areas related to technology based on the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. It is designed to help schools determine where they are and identify next steps to improve student learning through technology. The presentation discusses Heritage Elementary's results, noting strengths like classroom internet access but areas for growth such as online learning opportunities and professional development. It concludes that addressing all 4 areas measured by the STaR Chart can help lead to student academic success.

1. Texas STaR Chart Heritage Elementary Spring ISD Velma Moss

3. Texas STaR Chart measures what?

4. What is our technology status?

5. What is our next step?

7. The Texas STaR Chart cont. Assist in the measurement of the impact to improve student learning through the use of technology as specified in NCLB. Enables teachers to see the expectations for Technology and Instruction. Self-assess their progress towards meeting These expectations.

9. Educator Preparation and Development

10. Leadership Administration and Instructional Support

12. Heritage Summary

13. What the Data Means Strengths Direct connectivity to Internet in 100% of classroom/library Other classroom technology Local Area Network Technical support available 4 or less students per computer Areas of Concerns Online learning Professional Development experiences Budget Patterns of classroom use Capability of educators

14. Technology in Our School

16. Attend staff development provided by the district to support the goals of the district.

18. Resources http://www.tea.state.tx.us