1. Nassau BOCES Technical Services Ann DeLutri 608-6681

2. Smart Schools Bond Act approved November 2014 Allocations
Locust Valley
$386,964
Long Beach
$1,997,095
Lynbrook
$892,992
Malverne
$982,533
Manhasset
$432,581
Massapequa
$2,650,127
Merrick
$643,422
Mineola
$576,879
Nassau BOCES
New Hyde Park - Garden City Park
$459,525
North Bellmore
$1,289,890
North Merrick
$661,037
North Shore
$413,397
Oceanside
$1,965,241
Oyster Bay - East Norwich
$250,537
Plainedge
$1,693,869
Plainview-Old Bethpage
$1,637,283
Port Washington
$704,973
Rockville Centre
$941,980
Roosevelt
$4,305,702
Roslyn
$464,325
Seaford
$1,103,841
Sewanhaka
$3,190,268
Syosset CSD
$1,197,042
Uniondale
$3,813,985
Valley Stream #13
$1,042,753
Valley Stream #24
$595,695
Valley Stream #30
$611,219
Valley Stream Central
$1,954,631
Wantagh
$1,587,330
West Hempstead
$963,664
Westbury
$3,440,766
Baldwin
$2,673,800
Bellmore
$447,104
Bellmore/Merrick
$2,195,440
Bethpage
$1,128,764
Carle Place
$424,135
East Meadow
$4,115,059
East Rockaway
$587,387
East Williston
$304,393
Elmont
$2,267,378
Farmingdale
$2,908,802
Floral Park
$423,512
Franklin Square
$714,148
Freeport
$5,944,521
Garden City
$561,721
Glen Cove
$921,754
Great Neck
$851,730
Hempstead
$9,726,134
Herricks
$966,909
Hewlett-Woodmere
$716,756
Hicksville
$1,575,321
Island Park
$236,888
Island Trees
$1,536,993
Jericho
$479,961
Lawrence
$1,011,678
Levittown
$4,969,070
Nassau’s Grand Total: $90,540,904
* Funds do not expire. District are advised to plan carefully for their use as part of a strategy to build long-term capacity in their districts and communities.

3. SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act Spending Categories
1. Learning Technology
Acquire learning technology equipment or facilities, including but not limited to
interactive whiteboards, computer servers, and desktop, laptop, and tablet
computers
2. Broadband & Wireless Internet
Install high-speed broadband or wireless internet connectivity for schools and communities.
3. Security Features
Install high-tech security features in school buildings and on school campuses, including but
not limited to video surveillance, emergency notification systems, and physical access
controls.
4. Pre-K and Other Instructional Space
Construct, enhance, and modernize educational facilities to accommodate pre-kindergarten
programs and to provide instructional space to replace classroom trailers.

4. SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act
Much Confusion about the Process
You are NOT ALONE
Step 1. Instructional Tech Plan Survey - ITPS
A. Vision and Goals (Annual Plan)
B. Technology and Infrastructure Inventory
C. Software and IT Support
D. Curriculum and Instruction
E. Professional Development
F. Technology Investment Plan – top five planned technology investments - 3yrs.
G. Status of Technology Initiatives and Community Connectivity
H. Instructional Technology Plan Implementation – timeline and milestones
I. Monitoring and evaluation
J. Survey Feedback
K. Appendices – to support your submission

5. SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act
Step 2. Smart Schools Investment Plan - SSIP
SSIP Overview Questions – 1st submission; supplement; or amended submission
School Connectivity – link your Tech Plan and proposed projects; Sub-allocation of
funds; allocations for Community Connectivity;
Classroom Learning Technology – precondition meet or exceed FCC minimum
speed standard of 100Mbps per 1,000 students; enhance learning; PD;
non-public schools; Sub-allocations
Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms – specific descriptions; sub-allocations
Replace/modernize Transportable Classrooms
High Tech Security Features - how you intend to use SSBA funds
Final Smart Schools Investment Plan (SSIP) submission application is now available on the Business Portal.
Paper copy available on SED website 9/10/15

6. SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act
ITPS - Instructional Technology Plan Surveys
Survey was designed to compile all data related to technology planning and needs in one place based on the Commissioner’s regulations.
The survey covers a three-year period
July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2018
And must be updated annually – due by June 30 of each year
Complete the Survey with online form, print in a PDF format and send to BOCES for certification
An interim date was set for August 28th for revisions
Deadline to SED is October 16, 2015

7. Nassau County what is the Status?…
SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act
Nassau County what is the Status?…
43% Missed the Date of…
August 28, 2015.
14 districts have received confirmation that their plans are certified by the state.
13 Surveys are Pending approval from the State
13 districts have NOT summited an ITPS
Applications are being certified by Nassau BOCES’ everyday and they are sending the checklists to SED for approval.
Upon approval the District submits their ITPS via the business portal. 
All ITPS will be in by October 16, 2015 and BOCES will have submitted 100% of the Nassau County Schools ITPS to SED

8. Time to Complete SSIP SSIP Smart Schools Investment Plan
District develops preliminary
Smart Schools Investment Plan with public engagement.
Smart Schools Investment Plan

9. The NEXT STEP Investment Plan
SSIP Overview
1st submission, Supplemental or Amended
Approved Tech Plan, Stakeholders, Website,
LEA/Schools can partner to form a consortium, MOU
Budget sub-allocations by category
1. School Connectivity
Federal Communications Commission minimum of 100Mbps per 1,000 students
SSBA funds used for technology infrastructure investments must increase the number of school buildings that meet or exceed the Federal Communications Commission minimum speed.
Robust WiFi
If the district intends to have students and staff access the internet from wireless devices with the school
building, they must ensure a robust Wi-Fi network is in place to meet the user demand. Describe how you
have quantified this demand and how you plan to meet it.
Waiver
If district believes that it will be impossible to meet this standard within 12 months. It should describe criteria for a
WAVIER.

10. SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act Investment Plan $$
2. Community Connectivity (Broadband & Wireless)
Eligible for reimbursement, construction related expenses must relate to school building connectivity.
Community Connectivity Funding
E-Rate category 2 funding requirements
Wireless – consider the number of internet enabled/mobile devices
To determine bandwidth, technology, and equipment needs CONSULT the EXPERTS e.g. BOCES
PLAN plan plan
If a project will be to erect, repair, enlarge, or remodel a school building it must be reviewed by the Commissioner
Office of Facilities Planning – OFP will determine whether the Project is appropriate for a Streamline review.
Streamline Review –SSB Funds on certain limited cost e.g. connectivity devices (no construction or new wiring) you will only need to certify that all installation was reviewed by a LICENSED Architect or Engineer and that the project is code-compliant, just provide names and numbers. e.g. Door hardening, Building Entry System, electronic door unlatching, cameras
Standard Review – A project that is Capital intensive, an infrastructure project, installation of wiring or other construction will require a review by the OFP
OFP will review compliance SSBA Categories and assign a Project # identifying it as a SSBA Project.
There is a provision for one trade projects

11. SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act Investment Plan $$
3. Classroom Learning Technology
Interactive Whiteboards, Computer Servers, Desktop Computers, Laptop Computers, Tablet Computers, Other Cost , Total
Streamline Review – if you will use SSB Funds on certain limited cost e.g. connectivity devices (no construction or new wiring) you will only need to certify that all installation was reviewed by a LICENSED Architect or Engineer and that the project is code-compliant, just provide names and numbers. E.g. Door hardening, Building Entry System, electronic door unlatching, cameras
Office of Facilities Planning – OFP will determine whether the Project is appropriate for a Streamline review.
Standard Review – Capital intensive, an infrastructure project, installation of wiring or other construction
If a project will be to erect, repair, enlarge, or remodel a school building it must be reviewed by the Commissioner
ESL, ELL, assisted technology (disabilities), distance learning

12. SSBA Smart Schools Bond Act Investment Plan $$
4. Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms
Project Number
5. Replace/Modernize Transportable Classrooms
6. High-Tech Security Features
Review your Capital Projects and which are currently being completed and/or scheduled.
Same planning & budget process, public procurement process and voter approval.
Connectivity infrastructure
Pre-K expansion
Replace portables
High Tech security
* The portion of Capital Project Cost Funded by SSBA will be deducted from the cost allowance for
State Building Aid

13. SSIP (Smart Schools Investment Plan) Process:
District develops Smart Schools Preliminary Plan with public engagement including non-public schools in district.
The Tech Plan is posted to the district website for a minimum of 30 days and notice is provided to the public regarding a hearing.
Community feedback is provided.
The district plan is finalized and approved by the Board.
The final plan is posted on the district website.
District Investment Plan is submitted via the business portal. 
2 week notice

14. Preliminary reviews of all
Capital Projects
Connectivity Projects
High-Tech Security
Some Projects may require a Project # from the
Office of Facilities Planning
Once the district submits the Smart Schools Investment Plan (SSIP) via the Smart Schools Bond Act application on the NYSED Business Portal, the district will be notified that the plan was received.  Following submission, the following process can be expected:
The NYSED will review plans for completeness and request any further information required.
The Smart Schools Review Board will meet quarterly to review all complete plans.
Once approved, the district will be authorized to spend the funds defined within the submitted SSIP.
District expends funds.
District submits for reimbursement (Form on NYSED Website).  Reimbursement can be ongoing.  A district does not need to expend the entire allocation prior to submitting reimbursement forms.

15. Reimbursement Program: $$$$$$$$$
Where will the money come from
Have districts budgeted for the Bond?
Most likely cannot use the money this School Year
No request for reimbursement will be accepted until the relevant category section receives approval.
David Albert, spokesman for the New York State School Boards Association stated “definitely a reasonable concern, a district may not have the resources to go out and purchase expensive technology or infrastructure and then wait to be reimbursed,”
BOCES financing of projects
SSBA funds may not be used for:
Professional development
Technical support (installation is eligible for funds)
Staffing
Software (only if bundled)
Construction projects that do not deliver enhanced connectivity to a school or community.

16. BOCES’ Benefits for you….
1. Bo-Tie
2. Consortium
3. Expertise in NY State Purchasing Rules and Guidelines
4. Assist Districts Smart School Investment Plan
5. Benefits of Cooperative pricing models already applied
6. Advanced Engineering Services; Inventory (SCCM), Wireless Surveys, Network Topology Diagrams, Five Year Technology Plan
7. Answers … We support……

17. Nassau BOCES’ SSBA
Thank You !!

18. Resources http://www.governor.ny.gov/smart-schools-ny  

19. About Nassau BOCES
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