This document outlines an agenda to discuss technology currently used in classrooms, an update to the STaR Chart measuring technology proficiency, information about the E-Rate program which provides discounts for telecommunications and internet access for schools, and a review of Spring ISD's 5-year technology plan which ends this year. It will discuss how technology is currently being used, review progress on the district's technology plan, and identify any changes needed for the future.

1. Technology: Times are Changing

2. AgendaTechnology available on our campusWhat is availableHow are we currently using technology in the classroomStar Chart updateE –rateOverviewDistrict Technology Plan

3. Current Technology

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12. STaR Chart 2009-2010

13. E-RateE-Rate “provides discounts to assist most schools and libraries in the United States to obtain affordable telecommunications and Internet access”E-Rate serves as a pipeline for communications connecting software, telecommunications and the internet for educational purposeshttp://www.usac.org/sl/about/overview-program.aspx

14. E-RateAn application must be completedBids for services must be retainedA technology plan for integration must be formulated and approved

15. Spring ISD 5 Year PlanIn 2005 – 2006 Spring ISD orchestrated a 5 year technology plan. The plan ends this year. How did we do as a district?What changes need to be made?http://www.springisd.org/docs2/biz/Five%20Year%20Education%20Plan%20-%2005-06%20Objectives.pdf