The STaR Chart is a tool developed by the Texas Education Agency to assess school districts' progress in four areas of technology based on the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. Teachers evaluate their own use of technology in the classroom across teaching and learning, educator preparation, leadership and support, and infrastructure. Shotwell's scores from 2009-2010 showed advanced progress in teaching and learning and leadership but developing progress in educator preparation and infrastructure. The data from the STaR Chart is used for planning staff development, budgeting, lesson planning, and infrastructure improvements.

1. Texas STaR ChartPresented by:Brandy Bumpuswww.ThemeArt.com

2. AgendaWelcomeHistory of STaR ChartFour Areas AssessedLevels of ProgressShotwell’s ScoresData Driven DecisionsConclusion

3. History of the STaR ChartSchool Technology and ReadinessDeveloped by TEAAssesses District and Campus Progresstowards the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology 2006-2020Teachers Evaluate Use of Technology in the Classroom

4. Four Areas AssessedTeaching and LearningEducator Preparation and DevelopmentLeadership, Administration, & InstructionalSupportInfrastructure for Technology

5. Four Levels of ProgressEarly TechDeveloping TechAdvanced TechTarget TechEvery school district is expected to reach Target Tech in each area by 2020!!

6. Shotwell’s Scores for 09-10Teaching and Learning: Advanced TechEducator Preparation and Development: Developing TechLeadership, Administration, & Instructional Support:Advanced TechInfrastructure for Technology:Developing Tech

7. Comparison Data

8. Data Driven DecisionsData from the STaR Chart will be used to:Plan Staff DevelopmentBudget for New TechnologyDevelop Technology Rich Lesson PlansIncrease Infrastructure

9. ConclusionSTaR Chart is Administered Every YearFour Areas are AssessedRatings Range: Early, Developing, Advanced, and TargetData is Used for Decision MakingYou can access a copy of the STaR Chart at:http://starchart.esc12.net/