The STaR Chart is a tool for teachers to self-assess their use of technology in the classroom based on Texas's long-range technology plan. It evaluates four key areas: teaching and learning, educator preparation, leadership and support, and infrastructure. Teachers can use their STaR Chart results to determine professional development needs and help schools justify funding and grants. The document then discusses the statewide STaR Chart summary report and performance of one high school before concluding with recommendations on next steps based on the information collected.

1. TEXAS STaR ChartSchool Technology and Readiness

2. AgendaPurpose of STaR ChartComponents of the STaR ChartUSHS STaR Chart Performance HistoryRecommendations

3. STaR ChartA Teacher Tool for Planning and Self-Assessing aligned with the Long-Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020http://starchart.esc12.net/

4. Purpose of STaR ChartThe Texas Teacher STaR Chart May Be Used to:Determine professional developmentProvide data that feeds into the Texas Campus STaR Chart Determine funding priorities based on teacher and classroom needsProvide data that can support the need for grants or other resourcesHelp conceptualize the campus or district vision of technologyAssist campuses in documenting the use of No Child Left Behind, Title II, Part D formula and discretionary funds

5. 4 Key Areas of STaR ChartTeaching and LearningEducator Preparation and DevelopmentLeadership, Administration, and Instructional SupportInfrastructureEach category receives a score of Early Tech, Developing Tech, Advanced Tech, or Target Tech

6. Statewide Summary Report

7. USHS STaR Chart Performance

8. RecommendationsWhere do we go with this information?