E-Rate and District Technology Plan By Gwen Davis

Introduction Introduce E-Rate Share FWISD Technology Plan

E-Rate The Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund

Purpose Service provider – Makes discounts available – Ensures that schools and libraries have access – Reimburses for services

Four Service Categories Telecommunications Services Internet Access Internal Connections Other Than Basic Maintenance Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections

Discounts 20% - 90% Depends on population it serves & based on: – Level of poverty – Urban/rural status

Who Can Receive Services Eligible – Schools – School districts – libraries

Process to Receive E-rate Discounts Prepare a Technology Plan Form 470 Open the Competitive Process Form 471 Seek Discounts on Eligible Services Form 486 Confirm the Receipt of Services Forms 472 and 474 Invoicing for Services

Summary By participating in the E-Rate program, districts are providing more economical ways for schools and libraries to improve technology achievement of Students Teachers

Technology Plan to improve education or library services Contains the following: – Clear goals & realistic strategy – Professional development strategy – Assessment of Telecommunication services hardware, Software Other services needed – Evaluation process

District Technology Plan The Fort Worth ISD Technology Plan includes:Fort Worth ISD Technology Plan – District Profile – Plan Introduction – Executive Summary – Needs Assessment – Goals, Objectives and Strategies – Budget – Evaluation – Appendix

The presentation will focus on the Goals, Objectives and Strategies Goals, Objectives and Strategies – Goal 1: Teaching & Learning – Goal 2: Educator Preparation – Goal 3: Leadership, Administration and Support – Goal 4: Infrastructure

Goals, Objectives and Strategies Goal 1: Teaching & Learning – Educator access to modern technology assures Students learn at high academic levels Elimination of achievement gap

Method to Achieve Goals Integration of TA TEKS CTE courses Curriculum Based Assessments (CBA) Curriculum Frameworks Integrate Datasmart Programs of Choice Interactive Whiteboards Anytime/Anywhere access to technology

Method to Achieve Goals Acceptable Use Policy Internet Safety Curriculum Parental involvement Classroom websites & online resources Update district libraries Access to online Databases And many others

Goals, Objectives and Strategies Goal 2: Educator Preparation – High Quality & Meaningful Professional Development

Method to Achieve Goals Educational Technology Staff Educational Technology Specialists Technology Integration Educators Project-based learning aligned with STaR Chart Model technology use Teacher incentives

Method to Achieve Goals Ongoing professional development for high school TA and CTE teachers Implement LearnEd Ongoing professional development for high school TA & CTE teachers Implement LearnEd Teachers to attend technology professional development

Goals, Objectives and Strategies Goal 3: Leadership, Administration & Support – Support Infrastructure Planning and Budgeting

Method to Achieve Goals Align all planning Annual review of Technology Plan Update policies including Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) Annual Budget before E-rate submission Plan has measurable expectations Adult education

Method to Achieve Goals Community computer labs ParentLink Use Data to make adjustments Disaster recovery plan Web 2.0 training Inform teachers of virtual field trips & video conferencing

Method to Achieve Goals Utilize LearnEd Procedures for students online courses STaR Chart completion PDAS Evaluation District website Implement Connects

Goals, Objectives and Strategies Goal 4: Infrastructure – Support district’s “Digital District” initiative

Method to Achieve Goals Helpdesk and Campus support Use automated technology for Helpdesk Use automated call routing Annual review of infrastructure Install compliant cabling Replace non-functioning network drops

Method to Achieve Goals Ensure Number of network drops meets quantity standards Connectivity in portable classrooms Software for inventory & monitoring Maintenance contract Broaband capacity Secure

Method to Achieve Goals Expand 5-digit dialing Teacher 1:1 computer ratio based on 4 year replacement cycle Firewall Broadband internet access DOT Assets inventory database Web portal (Sharepoint)

Summary The FWISD has a comprehensive technology plan to ensure student achievement. Upon full implementation I believe that improvements will be noticeable.