The document outlines the technology organizational chart and responsibilities of various roles in a school district. It then discusses the principal's important role in integrating technology and ensuring student and teacher access. Finally, it proposes a 3-part professional development plan for teachers focusing on blogging, SMART Notebook training, and creating personal websites and data analysis presentations to enhance technology integration. Evaluation methods include surveys, peer observation, online feedback, and ongoing informal reports.

1. Technology Organizational Chart JobTitleResponsibilitiesDistrict SuperintendentOversees all aspects of curriculum and instruction including technology. Manages the school system and provides leadership according to the school district’s vision. Assistant Superintendent for Technology ServicesDirects on-going computer education program in the district. Responsible for providing opportunities for students,staff, and administration to enhance the learning process andexpand learning opportunities through the use of various types oftechnology.Technology Training and Development ServicesOversees technology training and staff development for the district. Academic Technology ServicesProvides direct leadership, management, and curriculum planning including classroom technology enablement and supportCampus Instructional SpecialistFacilitate the effective integration of technology into the teaching/learning processCampus Technology CommitteeResponsible for ensuring campus staff is prepared for providing technologyClassroom TeacherResponsible for incorporating technology into the curriculum and presenting it to students. StudentResponsible for using technology appropriately and following acceptable use policies.The principal has an important role in the integration of technology into today’s classrooms. In order to effectively promote campus-wide technology use, the principal must first lead by example and model the use of technology in the day-to-day activities. The principal must then strongly encourage the use of technology by every teacher on campus. This can be monitored by department coordinators. In order for teachers to be successful the principal must ensure that every student has access to computer use while at school. This means that all possible funds be in place to have as many computers on campus as possible. Also, the principal and campus technology specialist should work together to ensure that the teachers on campus have every opportunity to incorporate technology use in the classrooms. The principal should also be responsible for making sure that all available opportunities are made for professional development in different areas of technology so that teachers are kept up-to-date on the latest techniques. Professional Development Plan 1

2. Teachers are facing many challenges in education due to the advances in technology. In many ways our students have more expertise than we do when it comes to using technology in our daily lives. We cannot effectively teach our students until we begin to incorporate technology into our curriculum. This cannot take place until and unless teachers are given adequate staff development opportunities. In addition, teachers need the time to collaborate, practice, and evaluate what they’ve learned. Based on the Texas STaR Chart for my campus, we have a need to improve in the area of Educator Preparation and Development. When teachers begin to implement technology strategies in their daily activities it will become easier and more comfortable to prepare engaging lessons that include a technology component for our students.

3. Professional Development Goals

4. To make staff aware of available technology, provide training on its use, and integrate it into the curriculum

5. Increase communication between the campus technology specialist and teaching staff

6. To incorporate technology across the curriculum to support and enhance learning.

7. To help students learn to effectively use technology as a tool in problem solving, creativity, communication, and productivity in order to become successful adults