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Ysleta ISD Technology Plan 2015 – 2018
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Ysleta Independent School District 2015 Board of Trustees Shane Haggerty President Connie Woodruff Vice President Ana M. Dueñez Secretary Ysleta Independent School District 9600 Sims Drive El Paso, Texas 79925
Patricia Torres McLean Trustee Paul Pearson Trustee Sotero G. Ramirez III Trustee Mike Rosales Trustee Xavier De La Torre, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
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YISD Profile County District Number: 071905 Number of Campuses: 62 Total Student Enrollment: 42,240 District Size: 25,000 - 49,999 Percent Economically Disadvantaged: 85.00% Technology Expenditures: $23,773,700.00 Technology budgets reported in plan by category Teaching and Learning Budget: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,434,693.00 Educator Preparation and Development Budget: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $743,700.00 Leadership, Administration and Support Budget: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $0.00 Infrastructure for Technology Budget: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,595,307.00 Total: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,773,700.00 Technology Expenditure Per Pupil: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,62.82 Number of Campuses with High-Speed Broadband Internet Access: . . . . . . . . . 62 Percentage of Campuses with High-Speed Broadband Internet Access: . . . . . . 100.00% Number of Classrooms with High-Speed Broadband Internet Access: . . . . . . . . 3,229 Percentage of Classrooms with High-Speed Broadband Internet Access: . . . . . 100.00% Computer/Student Ratio: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 student(s) for every computer Computer/Teacher Ratio: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 teacher(s) for every computer CIPA Compliance: CIPA compliance was certified by the district on 05/12/2015. The annual CIPA community meeting was held on Monday, April 27th at 5:00 p.m. at the Educational Service Center, Region 19. All policy requirements regarding Internet safety have been met. Plan status: not submitted Years Included in the Plan: 2015–2018 Number of years covered by the plan: 3 Does the district file E-rate? Yes Submitted plan PRIOR to posting 470.
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Technology Planning Committee COMMITTEE MEMBERS Javier Aguilera, Teacher, Bel Air High School Luis (Ruben) Alarcon, Teacher, Riverside High School Douglas Chamlee, Network Manager, Technology Information Systems Graciela Corella, Teacher, Desert View Middle School Anabel Enriquez, Teacher, Presa Elementary School Diane Flores, Director of Elementary Schools, Academics Jenny Giron, Community Member, El Paso Community College Chris Gomez, Community Member, Tigua Empowerment Center Teresa MacDonald, Telecom Manager/E-rate, Technology Information Systems Dan Martinez, Teacher, Eastwood High School and KVIA Mark Mazure, Parent, Desertaire Elementary School Liza Montelongo, Community Member, El Paso STEM Foundation/Reasoning Minds Rebecca Navar-Stepashkin, Community Member, Univision Yvonne Ortega, Parent, East Point Elementary School Rick Ramos, Parent, Ysleta Middle School Virginia Rey, Coordinator of Library Media Centers, Academics Erika Rivas, Teacher, Ysleta Elementary School Shelley Smallwood, Coordinator of Innovative Learning, Academics Blanca Topete, Community Member, Burger King Tony Yañez, Parent, Parkland High School NEW MEMBERS Jerry Bowles, Assistant Principal, Parkland Middle School Mauricio Cano, Principal, REL Washington Elementary School Paul Covey, Principal, Valle Verde Early College High School Luis Hernandez, Community Member Manuel Moreno, Community Member Judith Solis, Instructional Specialist, RTI Rita Telles, Mathematics Coordinator CO-CHAIRS Gloria Chavez, Chief Technology Officer, Technology Information Systems Micha Villarreal, Director of Innovative Learning, Division of Academics
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Executive Summary VISION The vision identified by the district technology committee: All Ysleta Independent School District (YISD) students, teachers, staff and administrators will be provided a 21st century atmosphere that includes a rigorous education, using relevant technologies, based on a solid infrastructure. Technologies are integral to teaching and learning. The district must foster a digital learning environment focused on meeting individual student needs. We must empower teachers to be informed, confident digital users of modern tools, and provide students access to technology when and where they learn. As the district embarks upon its Renaissance of Excellence, technology will play a crucial role, by providing the necessary tools upon which the district can build its future for the next one hundred years. There are several trends emerging in technology at this time; such as cloud-based technology. In an effort to ensure that all kinds of mobile devices are able to be utilized, YISD leverages cloud-based tools such as MS365 and the Google ecosystem. With the advent of cloud-based technology the district is able to provide a variety of tools for all teachers, students, and staff, creating more equity than ever before and allowing a cost-savings for the district. YISD provides a reliable, high-speed connection for classrooms and administrative areas within the district. This supports teaching and learning, as well as administrative requirements. A 21st century digital classroom is a place where students are both teachers and learners. The focus is creativity, innovation, and higher level thinking skills. 21st century classrooms are diverse, flexible and open environments that allow individualized learning for each student. Collaboration between and among teachers, students, grade levels and administrators is becoming more the norm than ever before. Digital tools have the ability to connect students with experts and primary sources regardless of their geographical location. These experts and resources provide a different perspective and challenge students to expand their knowledge and thoughts. Technology makes learning at higher levels within reach for every student, regardless of ability. Teachers have access to real-time individualized data, which helps them clearly identify the needs of their students more effectively and personalize learning for all. Ysleta ISD is currently experiencing a renaissance of culture. There is greater focus on providing a 21st century education. The addition of one-to-one devices for students, and an upgrade of the wireless infrastructure will significantly change the availability and speed of Internet access. All classrooms will have a ratio of 1 access point for every 1.5 classrooms. This will have a tremendous impact on teaching and learning for both teachers and students.
INDUSTRY TRENDS Mobile and wireless technologies have combined to produce a tipping point in the cost of providing access to users. These two trends go hand in hand, since one enables the other. Implementing a bring your own device (BYOD) environment will be tested during the 2015–2016 school year and extended district-wide as the infrastructure is upgraded to meet the demands of a high-tech setting. Personalized computing will be the new work and learning environment for students and employees. The implementation of environments such as bring your own device (BYOD), one-to-one, and guest networks will encourage the use of personal computing devices. The level of device density will be achieved through a robust wireless network as upgrades are made. The integration of social networks will change both teaching and learning as well as management systems. Information will become more accessible and extensive, and allow users to customize their experiences. The expectation for technology and network access is anywhere, anytime. Network bandwidth requirements will continue to increase as availability and the number of devices becomes more widespread. Ensuring the availability of ample bandwidth is a priority of the E-rate program. As unit costs for bandwidth continues to drop, upgrades will become more easily obtainable. Cloud services include off-site storage, on-line applications, communication, and monitoring. These hosted services offer the advantage of lowering the cost of entry to hosted technologies in terms of capital expenditures and intellectual knowledge. This approach also allows the organization to operationalize the costs associated with these services. A major advantage to cloud services is their anywhere - anytime access, which further emphasizes the need for wireless networks and devices. Virtualization technologies provide both significant cost savings and additional capabilities. This trend is well established both in the industry and within the district. The district’s existing data-center-server infrastructure is 95% virtualized at this time. YISD is well on its way by offering desktop virtualization services to users. This is based upon a charge back model, and is cost competitive with the purchasing of traditional desktop workstations. Virtualization is also beginning to show up in the virtualization of applications. Next generation software defined networks (SDN) will also offer opportunities to take advantage of virtualization benefits.
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Needs Assessment ASSESSMENT PROCESS During the 2014–2015 school year, a committee of parents, community and business representatives, administrators and teachers was convened to review the current state of technology in Ysleta. This committee was charged by the district's Facilities Assessment Committee to identify district-wide technology needs and goals. The charge was, from an equity and enhancement lens, to examine and assess whether the children in the Ysleta Independent School District have the same access, experience, and opportunity that children in newer, fast-growing districts have. This group, named the Equity and Enhancement Subcommittee agreed to serve as YISD's ad hoc Technology Plan Committee, as the review and recommendations are aligned to the work in queue for this year. The District Technology Committee completed the needs assessment for this strategic technology plan over the course of the 2014–2015 school year. This assessment provided a synopsis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The committee visited seven (7) Ysleta campuses as well as one (1) non-YISD model campus in a neighboring district. The YISD campuses had varying levels of need in terms of technology and infrastructure. While at campuses, committee members completed walkthroughs of the facilities, interviewed campus administrators and staff, and documented their findings. Once all visits were completed, the team met, reviewed and analyzed the data, and prioritized and identified the needs. The needs identified by the committee align with both the district's Vision 2020 goals as well as the Texas Education Agency's Long Range Plan for Technology goals: • • • •
Teaching and Learning Educator Preparation and Development Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support Infrastructure for Technology
The YISD is comprised of approximately 42,240 students, 3,021 teachers, and 3,138 staff members. There are 62 campuses in the district. Ninety-four percent (94%) of the student population is Hispanic, and approximately eighty-five percent (85%) are economically disadvantaged.
EXISTING CONDITIONS Current Conditions (2015) The district is rich in tradition and excellence, though a lack of centralized funding has provided distinct inequalities from campus to campus. The current state of educational technology, access and student readiness in YISD is "Developing" to "Advanced" based on the Texas Education Agency's School Technology and Readiness (STaR) chart survey. The district is poised for the enhancements described in the remainder of the plan. The two key elements used to evaluate current conditions are infrastructure and the potential for technology to positively impact academic achievement at every grade level in the district. District-wide data from the eighth grade student tech competency exam provided by learning.com shows students in YISD are at the "Basic" level (district-wide average). Nine (9) middle school campuses scored at the "Basic" level and four (4) campuses scored at the "Proficient" level. A systemic professional development plan (see below) to begin implementation in 2015 will result in growth for both student tech competency and academic achievement. One-To-One (1:1) Access The systemic upgrade of infrastructure, standards for the use of mobile devices in educational settings, and teacher training have allowed students to experience technology in a wide range of productive, innovative academic environments. The district is embarking on an aggressive plan to ensure that equity for students across the district exists. The plan will provide 1:1 access to mobile devices for all students in grades three (3) through eight (8) and beyond over a five (5) year period commencing in 2015 (using local funds). Should additional funds be identified, more grade levels may be added. A systemic plan is in progress to support teachers and students' in leveraging digital content, open source textbooks and already-adopted on-line materials to engage students and enrich learning. A robust one-stop website that includes information and rich resources for students, teachers, parents and the community has been drafted and will be deployed for the start of the school 2015–2016 school year. Professional Development A systemic professional development plan began in May of 2015 with a visioning session for all Innovative Technology Support Teachers and librarians districtwide. Trainer of trainer (TOT) sessions will be implemented with monthly sessions provided for the campus leads,
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CTs and librarians. The embedded use of technology to support learning will be provided during professional development for all campus instructional coaches, in order to provide the transparent use of digital content and devices. To leverage the use of personal devices to complement 21st century teaching and learning in Ysleta, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) will be implemented. BYOD for teachers is on track for implementation in the fall of 2015, followed by high school students’ BYOD in the spring/ summer of 2016. Feedback and monitoring of the wireless infrastructure using BYOD will inform the expansion districtwide. Cloud Technologies And Services Cloud services may include software, infrastructure, platforms, communication, and monitoring. These cloud-hosted services offer the advantage of lowering the cost of entry to hosted technologies in terms of capital expenditures and intellectual knowledge. This approach also allows the organization to operationalize the costs associated with these services. A major advantage to cloud services is their anywhere - anytime access, which further emphasizes the need for wireless networks and devices. Cloud technologies level the playing field for teaching and learning by allowing for consistent access, regardless of the kind of device used. Ysleta ISD’s foundational cloud applications include MS365 and the Google ecosystem. Single sign-in for both of these technologies allow for a one-stop-shop and 24/7 availability for all. Infrastructure The district’s bandwidth will be at the forefront with the new wireless upgrade to the infrastructure. Scheduled upgrades for elementary and middle school campuses are targeted for completion by the time the school year starts in August of 2015. This will support the 1:1 device implementation. The target number of wireless access points is 1.5 per classroom, which will successfully support the 1:1 implementation at the high school level. The new wireless infrastructure and technologies will be completed during the 2015–2016 school year. E-rate Recent changes in the E-rate program require changes in the district’s strategy of requesting and spending E-rate funds. One of the biggest changes in E-rate funding is the built in cap on the total amount of money available covering a five-year time frame. This change will force us to prioritize funds, make choices and manage E-rate funds across multiple years. It is also important to keep in mind that due to the application process for E-rate, all cost and infrastructure projections are based upon worst-case scenario.
TECHNOLOGY NEEDS: The District Technology Committee identified the needs after an analysis of all data to include campus visits (YISD-current and model campuses), research, best practices, mandates & regulations; and student achievement data. The identified needs include: • Upgrade infrastructure • Increase access to emerging devices for students • Centralize funding for technology • Four-year replacement cycle for hardware • Funding and time for teacher and administrator professional development • Innovative Technology Support Teacher at every campus • Safety and marketing kiosks and/or vestibules • Furniture, space, and equipment for collaboration, and 21st century learning environments • Live streaming to the web; web and voice lecture and capture in the classroom
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The Technology Plan committee conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis as well. The results are as follows. STRENGTHS • Every principal has a vision • Despite lack of infrastructure, teachers are doing a good job of using technology • CTs are knowledgeable and helpful • Technology Leadership Cadres (TLCs) are available for additional support • Professional development (PD) systems are in place for regular learning at many campuses (i.e. Tech Fridays, Tech Tuesdays, etc.) WEAKNESSES • Lack of equity in funding • CTs have many roles • Lack of time for professional development • Standardized testing and computer-aided instruction may result in limited time for student innovation. • Lack of electrical and wireless infrastructure • Age of buildings and space limits 21st century learning • Site-based decision-making • Lack of adequate hardware for student use OPPORTUNITIES • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) • Centralized funding for technology will increase access over time. • Leverage cloud computing • Remote tech support tools may be allowed at the campus level • Extend ticket system to CTs (Help Desk software) • Consider teacher stipends for PD • Train and utilize students to be the first line of tech support THREATS • Trends and online testing specification (to determine if we should have as many land-locked labs versus having access to more technology in the classroom) • Teachers may not want to embrace emerging technologies • CTs skill sets vary widely
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Evaluation EVALUATION PROCESS The Ysleta Independent School District (YISD) will systemically monitor progress made in the implementation of the district technology plan. The plan, progress, and evaluation will be shared with the community. YISD will monitor the implementation of the technology plan by convening the district technology committee (DTC) a minimum of quarterly each year. The DTC will review the key data and checkpoints related to the objectives and strategies. Ultimately, these quarterly reviews will provide formative checks on plans and systems that support student academic progress and digital competency. The progress of the technology plan will be digitally documented on DTC meeting minutes and uploaded to the YISD website, along with the approved technology plan. The digital version of the technology plan will be shared with the community in order to maintain transparency and foster a common vision. The DTC shall support district leaders in the annual update of the technology plan by June 30th, as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The DTC will support district leadership in documenting progress made in the implementation of the plan and revising/updating as necessary. All revisions to the technology plan shall be completed in the TEA ePlan system (online). Once digitally submitted, the revised version of the technology plan will replace the previous plan on the district website. District leadership, to include the board of trustees, superintendent, and associate superintendents shall be provided an update of the plan a minimum of annually. Every three (3) years, the district in collaboration with the DTC shall create a new technology plan, as required by TEA. The Chief Technology Officer together with the Director of Innovative Learning are responsible for ensuring that timeliness and expectations related to the development, revision, and update of the plan are completed. EVALUATION METHOD The district technology plan is ultimately developed to prepare students for global competitiveness, academic success, critical, creative thinking, collaboration and communication. A variety of methods will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of the strategies and objectives in the technology plan. S chool Technology and Readiness (STaR) Chart survey results for each campus in the areas of Teaching and Learning; Educator Preparation & Development; Administration, Leadership & Support; and; Infrastructure for Learning. Eighth (8th) grade student technology competency data Other methods used for evaluation will include: • District student and teacher surveys in regards to the use of technology in the classroom • Informal interviews by the district technology committee representative(s) • Documentation of staff members participation in technology professional development • Documented use of technology in the classroom (walkthroughs) • Documented access to online devices, digital content and resources • Inventory of hardware and software • Parent support resources and learning sessions • Support and maintenance of technology as documented by technical support records • Documented district efforts to increase wired and wireless Internet for all campuses • Increased data security, virtualization and cloud infrastructure services • Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) compliance
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Goal 1
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Goals Objectives and Strategies GOAL 1 Provide technology, resources, curriculum and learning spaces that promote increased student academic achievement and foster engagement. OBJECTIVE 1.1: Increase student academic achievement via engaging, technology infused content, curriculum and learning. Budget Amount: $660,000.00 Long Range Plan category: Teaching and Learning E-rate Correlates: ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 07, 08, 11, 12 Strategy 1.1.1
Strategy 1.1.2
Provide 24/7 access to online content for students (iStation, Think Through Math, TI Nspire, Imagine Learning, PEG Writing, Guided Math, TCM Math Assessments, test items banks, etc.).
Create an integrated plan to implement embedded digital learning connections into the YISD curriculum.
LRPT Correlates: EP01, LAS10, TL01 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015–2016 starting in August erson(s) Responsible: District leadership, Innovative Learning DirecP tor, ALPs Director, Director of Elementary Literacy Initiatives Evidence: Reports, student account uploads
LRPT Correlates: EP01, LAS10, TL01 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Fall 2015 to Spring 2018 (minimum, annual review and revision) Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Early Literacy Initiatives, Executive Director of Secondary Education Evidence: YISD Curriculum materials have engaging, digital learning opportunities embedded
Strategy 1.1.3
Strategy 1.1.4
reate and market a website for students which will provide access C to instructional support, including but not limited to: online personalized learning, online resources, digital content, learning on demand, STEM/STEAM, etc.
Partner with Career and Technical Education (CTE) Original extend Science, Technology Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) content and Planned curriculum resources to elementary and middle schools
Comments: Input from campus teachers, administrators and students via a “feedback” button will help inform updates/ revisions.
LRPT Correlates: TL01, TL02, TL05, TL08 State: Original Status: Planned
LRPT Correlates: EP08, I03, I08, I09, LAS09, LAS10, LAS13, TL01, TL08, TL09, TL12, TL14
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, Director of Career and Technical Education, principals
State: Original
Evidence: Professional development offerings and content/resources on Engage Me support website
Status: In Progress Timeline: Website will be operational in July/August 2015 and will be revised/updated at least quarterly through June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Innovative Learning Department Director, Coordinator and Specialists Evidence: Embedded feedback button on support website
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Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 1.1.5
Strategy 1.1.6
ffer virtual courses for high school students via the Texas Education O Agency Texas Virtual School Network TxVSN
Create online safety eCourse for all YISD students to complete within the first two months of school
LRPT Correlates: I05, I09, TL12, TL13
LRPT Correlates: EP01, LAS10, TL14, TL15
State: Original
State: Original
Status: In Progress
Status: In Progress
Timeline: Available yearround, 24/7 via the Internet
Timeline: eCourse will be updated annually, in the spring/summer. Window for completion will be the first eight (8) weeks of the school year
erson(s) Responsible: Campus Counselors/Administrators, InnovaP tive Learning Department Director and Specialist Evidence: Course catalog online, student handbook, online registrations
Person(s) Responsible: Innovative Learning Department Director and Specialists, Innovative Technology Support Teachers and campus administrators Evidence: eCourse online and operational
Strategy 1.1.7
Strategy 1.1.8
Educate students and parents on digital citizenship and safe computing practices annually
Provide 24/7 access to online courses and content for credit remediation, acceleration, recovery and test prep
Comments: Offer resources and face to face presentations from the FBI and FBI website
Comments: Current provider is Edgenuity. This provider also supports SB149 remediation modules as of May 2015
LRPT Correlates: TL13, TL14
LRPT Correlates: EP01, LAS10, TL14, TL15
State: Original
State: Original
Status: Planned
Status: In Progress
Timeline: 2015–2018
Timeline: Contract for content provider is paid in August/September annually
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, campus administrators and Innovative Technology Support Teachers Evidence: Completion of eCourse
Person(s) Responsible: Executive Director of Secondary Education, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Accessibility to courses and content
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Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 1.2: Increase access to 21st century digital content, resources and devices. Budget Amount: $3,672,093.00 Long Range Plan category: Teaching and Learning E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 05, 07, 12 Strategy 1.2.1
Strategy 1.2.2
Plan for and purchase 1:1 devices for targeted grade levels to extend learning 24/7
Provide access to free, open source etextbooks/materials, and supplemental content (state adoptions). Provide online comprehensive list with links to materials for easy access
Comments: Year 1, 2015–2016: Gr. 3, 7 and 4; Year 2, 2016–2017: Gr. 8; Year 3, 2017–2018: Gr. 5; Year 4, 2018–2019: Gr. 6; Year 5, 2019–2020: Gr. 9 Comments: Offer resources and face to face presentations from the FBI and FBI website LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08, I04, I05, I09, LAS10, TL01, TL03, TL06, TL12, TL16 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Deployment to campuses in August 2015 (year 1).
LRPT Correlates: I01, I09, LAS08, LAS15, TL01, TL05, TL08, TL09, TL12 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 (updates to content a minimum of quarterly) Person(s) Responsible: Innovative Learning Director, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Online list with links live and ready (with “feedback” button)
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Inventory in TIPWeb and Tyler Munis
Strategy 1.2.3
Strategy 1.2.4
Provide supporting materials and resources for 1:1 implementation, such as cases, tags, and electrical strips for charging.
Provide access to quality online resources to support teaching and learning, such as TexQuest/Gale, Discovery Education (DE) Science, and Britannica
LRPT Correlates: I04, LAS10, TL05, TL09 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: By August 2015 (and annually) erson(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Innovative Learning P Director Evidence: Purchase order/materials delivered to campus
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LRPT Correlates: EP01, I05, I09, TL01, TL05, TL09, TL12, TL13, TL16 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Contracts paid annually in August/September Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Evidence: Contracts, purchase orders and access
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Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 1.2.5
Strategy 1.2.6
Leverage the use of cloudbased tools for student/teacher/staff collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thinking (e.g. Google ecosystem and MS365)
Seek external funding opportunities, such as grants
Comments: Ysleta ISD has single sign-on for the Google ecosystem. This results in unlimited storage, a free learning management system, Google Classroom, and many other Google applications LRPT Correlates: EP03, EP08, EP09, I01, I02, I09, LAS15, TL01, TL12, TL13 State: Original Status: In Progress
LRPT Correlates: I02, LAS02, LAS15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Grant applications and awards
Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 erson(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of InnovaP tive Learning, campus administrators, teachers and staff Evidence: Use of YISD accounts and products Strategy 1.2.7
Strategy 1.2.8
Develop and implement a plan for centralized technology funding for equity in access for students districtwide, regardless of their campus
Fund the hardware, equipment, software and professional development for video streaming via a threeyear implementation plan to include Google Hangouts, YouTube, Wirecast and emerging technologies.
LRPT Correlates: I01, I02, I04, I05, I09, LAS15 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: Develop plan: 2015–2016 Implement 20162017 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Central funding for technology in place
LRPT Correlates: EP08, I03, I05, I08, I09, LAS15, TL05, TL07, TL08, TL13 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: September 2015 to June 2016 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning, Digital Media Technician Evidence: Streaming equipment/hardware in place at campuses (phase in over three years)
Strategy 1.2.9 Create and implement a Student Portal for on-demand registration, assignments, grades, attendance, assessments, lunch money, etc. Comments: Specifications for this student interface are included in the bid for the new student information system LRPT Correlates: EP03, I05, I09, LAS08, TL05, TL12 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: Develop plan: 2015–2016 Implement 20162017 erson(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Student Information P Systems Manager Evidence: Student Portal Ysleta Independent School District 17
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Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 1.2.10
Strategy 1.2.11
Provide an online library database for 24/7 accessibility for students, parents and staff
Provide equitable access to technology equipment/resources for all students, including appropriate adaptive, assistive devices for those identified as having special needs
Comments: The current database, Millennium, was implemented in 1999, making it a legacy system in dire need of an update. It is estimated that the district would need a one year commitment of about $200K to update to a robust, enterprise database that would more readily support digital learners. This additional cost would support the conversion of almost 1,000,000 records to a new library database. A subscription of approximately $50,000 would still be needed annually for support and maintenance LRPT Correlates: EP04, I03, I05, LAS09, TL09, TL10 State: Original
LRPT Correlates: I05, I09 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Executive Director of Special Education, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Funding in place, devices provided to students
Status: In Progress Timeline: September 2015 to September 2018 (annually) Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, Coordinator of Library Media Centers Evidence: Purchase order complete, access to database Strategy 1.2.12
Strategy 1.2.13
Convene the Hardware Acquisition Standards (HAS) committee a minimum of quarterly to review emerging technologies and update the standards for the purchase and obsolescence of hardware
Educate students and staff in information literacy to ensure that proper citing of sources is aligned to copyright law
LRPT Correlates: EP03, I01, I07, I09 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Quarterly, starting in September 2015 (in progress) Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Network Manager, Innovative Learning Coordinator Evidence: Hardware Acquisition Standards page: http://has.yisd.net
18 Ysleta Independent School District
LRPT Correlates: LAS10, TL05, TL09, TL11 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 –2018 erson(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, Coordinator P of Library Media Centers and specialists Evidence: website
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 1.3: Provide equal access to relevant, authentic learning experiences and applications for students and teachers Budget Amount: $102,600.00 Long Range Plan category: Teaching and Learning E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 07, 08, 12 Strategy 1.3.1
Strategy 1.3.2
Provide support materials for problem based learning (PBL), project based learning (PBL), technology integration, applications to support creativity/learning and basic troubleshooting
Embed strategies and provide professional development for engaging ALL students with 21st century strategies and digital content on the Innovative Learning/Engage Me website [including English language learners (ELL), gifted and talented (GT), and special education (SPED) students]
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP04, EP05, EP08, I09, TL01, TL05, TL09, TL12 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Complete by August 2015 to June 2018 (ongoing revision and feedback) Person(s) Responsible: Innovative Learning Director, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Innovative Learning/Engage Me website complete
Comments: Revisions will be done at a minimum of quarterly. Feedback from teachers/students will be provided via a button on the page LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP08, I09, LAS10, LAS15, TL08, TL09 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Innovative Learning Director, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Website
Strategy 1.3.3
Strategy 1.3.4
Publish, market, and support the implementation of 21st century learning spaces based on the bond architect’s plan which was created in collaboration with district leaders
Provide authentic learning opportunities for students that demonstrate technology’s role in college, careers and business by providing internships and workstudy opportunities
Comments: Annually, the plan will be reviewed and updates will be recommended, if necessary
LRPT Correlates: LAS07, LAS10, LAS13, TL05, TL08, TL13, TL15
LRPT Correlates: I01, I03, I05, I06, I08, I09, LAS07, TL05, TL08, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Fall 2015 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning
State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: 2015 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning, Career and Technology Director, and counselors Evidence: Students participating in internships and workstudy
Evidence: Plan posted to district website
Ysleta Independent School District 19
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies
Strategy 1.3.5
Strategy 1.3.6
Showcase student and teacher innovations, projects, and products annually during an end of year event
Provide a digital media technician to support campuses/district with digitalmedia, multimedia and special projects
Comments: The showcase will be posted to the Innovative Learning/ Engage Me website early in the fall annually and marketed to all YISD students, teachers and administrators.
LRPT Correlates: EP08, I05, I09, LAS10, TL09
LRPT Correlates: EP04, I08, LAS15, TL01, TL05, TL08, TL09, TL12 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: May 2016 (annual event) Person(s) Responsible: Innovative Learning Director, coordinator, specialists, Innovative Technology Support Teachers, teachers and administrators Evidence: Event scheduled, sign-in sheets, student/teacher products
20 Ysleta Independent School District
State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 2015 to June Original 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Position in place
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 1.4: Provide embedded instructional support for digital teaching and learning Budget Amount: $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Teaching and Learning E-rate Correlates: ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 04b, 07 Strategy 1.4.1
Strategy 1.4.2
Ensure that teaching, modeling, mentoring and support are provided by Innovative Technology Support Teachers (ITS Teachers), and librarians
Advocate for and expect campus-based instructional coaches and content specialists to embed the seamless use of digital curriculum, content and strategies into support/offerings/resources
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, TL05, TL08, TL09
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, EP09, LAS10, TL01, TL05
State: Original
State: Original
Status: In Progress
Status: Planned
Timeline: 2015– 2018
Timeline: 2015 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning
Person(s) Responsible: academic directors
Evidence: Positions in place
Evidence: Agendas, meetings, curriculum and support materials
Strategy 1.4.3
Strategy 1.4.4
Create and utilize Quick Response Kids (QR Kids) student support teams at each campus in order to develop, encourage and leverage student leadership and knowledge
Update the job descripton of Campus Technologists (CTs) to that of Innovative Technology Support Teachers (ITST), in order to mentor, co-teach and support teaching and learning.
Comments: QR Kids standards, expectations and materials are available on the Innovative Learning/Engage Me website LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP04, TL05, TL12 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: 2015–2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning, campus administrators and campus leads Evidence: QR Kids support teams in place
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP04, EP09 State: Original Status: Completed Timeline: 2016–2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Job description on file
Ysleta Independent School District 21
District Technology Plan
Goal 2
22 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies GOAL 2 Provide professional development for teachers and administrators in: digital learning, online content and curriculum, and integrating the Technology Application TEKS (TA TEKS) into the core content OBJECTIVE 2.1: Increase teacher technology competency Budget Amount: $743,700.00 Long Range Plan category: Educator Preparation and Development E-rate Correlates: ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 07, 08, 11, 12 Strategy 2.1.1
Strategy 2.1.2
Provide professional development and instructional support to campuses (teachers, admins and students) and other district staff via Innovative Learning Specialists
Provide strategic, systemic monthly professional development for all teachers via a trainer o f t rainer (TOT) model to be turned around at all campuses by Innovative Technology Support Teachers (ITS Teachers) and librarians
Comments: Specialists provide both district-wide sessions and individualized sessions for campuses, to include model lessons with students
Comments: The training sessions will provide specific expectations for technology use with students
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, EP06, EP08, EP09, LAS01, LAS10, TL06, TL08, TL14, TL16
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, EP05, EP09, LAS10, TL01, TL05, TL09, TL16
State: Original
State: Original
Status: In Progress
Status: In Progress
Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018
Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator, specialists, ITS Teachers and librarians
Evidence: Budget and position control Strategy 2.1.3
Evidence: Agendas, sign-in sheets Strategy 2.1.4
Blend innovative strategies, tools and practices into monthly professional development sessions provided for campus-based instructional coaches
Ensure that teachers participate in technology professional development annually to show growth in the Engage Me Teacher Technology Survey
L RPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, EP08, EP09, LAS01, LAS03, LAS10, TL08
Comments: To include a variety of opportunities within the district and through colleges and universities
State: Original
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, EP04, EP08, LAS03, LAS10, TL05
Status: Planned
State: Original
Timeline: September 2015 to June 2018
Status: In Progress
erson(s) Responsible: Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director P of Elementary Literacy Initiatives, Director of Innovative Learning
Timeline: August 2015–2018
Evidence: Agendas and sign-in sheets
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator, specialists, Innovative Technology Support Teachers and librarians Evidence: Eduphoria Workshop
Ysleta Independent School District 23
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 2.1.5
Strategy 2.1.6
Provide additional professional development opportunities for all teachers, administrators and staff: summer sessions; Teachers Networking Technology and Content (TNTc) Conference; minimum of three (3) after hours sessions in multiple modalities (webinars, face to face, etc.)
Create technology leadership cadres (TLCs) comprised of designated teacher leaders at each campus
Comments: Allow all 3rd grade and 7th grades teachers to attend TNTc free of charge
State: Original
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP04, EP09, LAS10, TL01, TL11, TL12, TL16 State: Original
Comments: TLCs provide additional modeling, mentoring and support LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, EP04, EP08, LAS03, LAS10, TL05 Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018
Status: Planned
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, campus administrators and instructional leads
Timeline: Monthly TNTc is annually, in November
Evidence: Lists of TLC cadre members for each campus
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Agendas and sign-in sheets Strategy 2.1.7
Strategy 2.1.8
Provide embedded, justin time campus and classroom instructional support via the Quick Response Kids (QR Kids) team at each campus
Create an Innovative Learning/Engage Me website to support on demand learning for teachers, students, parents and administrators with videos, tutorials and links to other support sites
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08, LAS10, TL01, TL09 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 erson(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative P Learning, campus administrators, Innovative Technology Support Teachers and librarians Evidence: Campus lists of QR Kid teams
Comments: Updated a minimum of quarterly LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP04, EP08, LAS03, LAS10, TL12 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Website in place
24 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 2.1.9
Strategy 2.1.10
Leverage cloud applications for anytime/anywhere professional/ student collaboration and peer learning/support (Google ecosystem, MS365)
Provide funding for extra duty to support teachers in meeting expectations set for teaching and learning that is aligned to both SBEC and Technology Application TEKS
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP04, EP08, I05, I09, LAS10, TL08, TL09, TL16
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, TL01, TL05, TL08, TL11, TL13, TL16
State: Original
State: Original
Status: In Progress
Status: In Progress
Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018
Timeline: July 2015 to July 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists
Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists
Evidence: Creation of online documents, agendas, and collaborative documents
Evidence: Sign-in sheets, extra duty forms, agendas
Strategy 2.1.11
Strategy 2.1.12
Host a Tech Fair annually for all Ysleta ISD campus/district administrators, teachers, and staff to have an opportunity to familiarize themselves with available hardware/software, technology tools, and online resources
Provide information, support and professional development on the acceleration, remediation and credit recovery software as well as policy/regulation for high school lab managers
Comments: The Tech Fair is open to all districts in the El Paso area LRPT Correlates: LAS01, LAS02, TL08, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Annually, during budget planning time (early spring) Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists
LRPT Correlates: Long Range Plan State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: September 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning and specialists Evidence: Sign-in sheets and agendas
Evidence: Website, fliers, sign-in sheets, requisitions, and vendor registration Strategy 2.1.13
Strategy 2.1.14
Extend Science, Technology Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) professional development to elementary and middle schools, together with Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Create and implement a self serve digital badge program for teachers to challenge themselves to learn the Google Ecosystem
LRPT Correlates : EP01, EP09 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: 2015–2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning and Director of Career and Technical Education Evidence: Sign-in sheets
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP03, EP04, LAS10, TL08, TL12 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2016 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Badges received through self guided learning
Ysleta Independent School District 25
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 2.2 Increase administrator technology proficiency Budget Amount :$0.00 Long Range Plan category: Educator Preparation and Development E-rate Correlates: ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 05, 07, 08, 11 Strategy 2.2.1
Strategy 2.2.2
Implement professional development for principals and assistant principals, which will be embedded into monthly leadership meetings
Create the Innovative Learning/Engage Me website to support professional learning on-demand with videos, tutorials, walk-through lookfors, rubrics and links to support sites
Long Range Plan : EP01, EP04, LAS10
Comments: Revisions will be completed a minimum of quarterly. Feedback will be gathered via a “feedback” button
State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: Monthly, starting in August 2015 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Agendas and sign-in sheets
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP04, EP08, I03, LAS10, TL01, TL09, TL12 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Website
Strategy 2.2.3
Strategy 2.2.4
Provide additional professional development opportunities for campus administrators to attend alongside their teachers, such as summer sessions, TNTc Conference, college/university offerings and after hours sessions
Embed digital learning indicators within walk-through instrument(s) in the online appraisal system
Long Range Plan : EP01, EP03, EP04, LAS10, TL08, TL12 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Registrations, agendas, signin sheet
26 Ysleta Independent School District
Comments: The current online system is Eduphoria Appraise LRPT Correlates: EP03, EP04, EP05, LAS08, LAS10, TL04 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: District leadership Evidence: Walk-through instrument(s)
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 2.2.5 Disseminate eighth grade student technology competency data, and Engage Me survey data to district and campus administrators LRPT Correlates: EP03, EP04, LAS01, LAS02, administrators. LAS08, LAS10, TL04, TL05, TL06 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to July 2018 (at least once annually) Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Reports posted to website and sent digitally to administrators
Ysleta Independent School District 27
District Technology Plan
Goal 3
28 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies GOAL 3 Plan, implement and maintain innovative leadership, administration and instructional support OBJECTIVE 3.1: Develop and market a common district vision for 21st century, digital teaching, learning and communication Budget Amount: $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-rate Correlates: ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 03, 04a, 04b, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12 Strategy 3.1.1
Strategy 3.1.2
Market the district technology vision, Engage Me plan and supporting materials, such as website(s), branding, standards and the 21st Century Framework for a common vision
Share the Ysleta Technology Plan, Engage Me Plan, and supporting documents with campus administrators in oneonone sessions a minimum of once annually
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP08, I03, LAS01, LAS02, LAS03, LAS07, TL08, TL12, TL15
LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP04, I03, LAS01, LAS02, LAS03, LAS04
State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015–2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Documents on website(s), emails, branding (logos)
State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Shared calendars Evidence: Website
Strategy 3.1.3
Strategy 3.1.4
Develop and market expectations of use of 21st century digital devices (Engage Me), applications and content. Market to the Ysleta community
Develop an implementation time-line for bring your own device (BYOD) for teachers, staff and students district-wide
Comments: Update expectations a minimum of annually LRPT Correlates: EP01, EP02, EP03, EP08, I03, LAS03, LAS08, LAS10, TL01, TL03, TL04, TL05, TL07, TL08, TL12 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Website and supporting edocuments
Comments: A review of network operations and results of BYOD success will be conducted in the spring of 2016 to determine next steps LRPT Correlates: EP08, I01, I03, I05, I06, I09, LAS09, LAS10, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Fall 2015: Teachers/staff to Spring 2016: high school students Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer Evidence: BYOD in place
Ysleta Independent School District 29
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 3.1.5
Strategy 3.1.6
Market the 21st century school standards for schools, classrooms and common areas in order to work toward common expectations (developed by VLK & Associates)
Ensure that digital communications with the community are readily available and up to date
LRPT Correlates: I01, I02, I03, I04, I05, I06, I07, I08, I09, LAS02, LAS07 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Document(s) on website
Comments: The district website will be updated daily; campus websites will be updated a minimum of weekly. Social media leveraged for communication and marketing LRPT Correlates: I01, I03, I06, I08, TL08, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Public Relations, Director of Innovative Learning, campus administrators Evidence: Updated websites and active social media
Strategy 3.1.7
Strategy 3.1.8
Provide information about free wifi available within proximity of campuses and throughout the El Paso community on our website to support 24/7 learning opportunities for students and staff
Ensure student safety by developing a plan to fund and install safety software in kiosks and/or vestibules at all campuses
LRPT Correlates: EP08, I03, I04, I05, I06, I08, I09, LAS09, TL13, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator, specialists Evidence: Link(s) on website
Strategy 3.1.9 Ensure that 100% of campuses embed technology strategies into their Campus Improvement Plan (CIP) LRPT Correlates: LAS01, LAS02, LAS03, LAS04 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 – 2018 (annually) Person(s) Responsible: District leadership and campus administrators Evidence: Campus improvement plans (CIPs)
30 Ysleta Independent School District
LRPT Correlates: I01, I03, I05 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Plan: 2015 2016 Funding: 2016 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Security Evidence: Plan developed; funding identified; and kiosks/vestibules in place.
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 3.2 Develop and implement a system for input and recommendations from district staff, community and business representatives Budget Amount: $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 04b, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 11, 12 Strategy 3.2.1
Strategy 3.2.2
Conduct meetings with the District Technology Committee a minimum of quarterly to review status of objectives and strategies, revise and update plan
Develop an implementation time-line for bring your own device (BYOD) for teachers, staff and students district-wide
Comments: TEA requires that the ePlan, that guides our work, be updated once annually in June Long Range Plan : LAS01, LAS02, LAS07, LAS13 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer and Director of Innovative Learning
Comments: A review of network operations and results of BYOD success will be conducted in the spring of 2016 to determine next steps LRPT Correlates: EP08, I01, I03, I05, I06, I09, LAS09, LAS10, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Fall 2015: Teachers/staff; Spring 2016: high school students Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer Evidence: BYOD in place
Evidence: District Technology Committee membership list, agendas, sign-in sheets
Ysleta Independent School District 31
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 3.3 Increase access to digital devices, applications and content for students Budget Amount: $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 05, 07, 12 Strategy 3.3.1
Strategy 3.3.2
Utilize district funding to support increased access to mobile devices for students, to include 1:1 access
Develop a plan to implement centralized funding for hardware to ensure equity in access
Comments: Five (5) year 1:1 plan drafted for 2015 – 2020
LRPT Correlates: I04, I05, I09, TL09
LRPT Correlates: I01, I04, I05, I09
State: Original
State: Original
Status: Planned
Status: In Progress
Timeline: 2015 – 2017
Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning
Evidence: Plan in place
Evidence: Purchase orders, devices deployed to campus Strategy 3.3.3
Strategy 3.3.4
Review and update the hardware acquisition standards, at a minimum of quarterly, identifying emerging technologies as well as setting acquisition and obsolescence standards
Create a secure student portal to provide ondemand access to courses, grades, attendance, assessments, lunch money funds and other applications
LRPT Correlates: I07
Comments: Developed as part of the new student information system (SIS)
State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Hardware Standards website, sign-in sheets
LRPT Correlates: I01, I02, I05, I08, I09 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: Implement 2016– 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer Evidence: Student Portal in place online
32 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 3.3.5 Maintain a secure student online registration system (grades 7–12) Comments: The online system is built. Currently maintaining LRPT Correlates: I01, LAS11 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 – 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer Evidence: System being used by students
Ysleta Independent School District 33
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 3.4 Increase parent and community involvement as well as develop partnerships with universities, colleges, nonprofits and other community organizations Budget Amount: $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-rate Correlates: ER01, ER02 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 03, 06, 09, 10, 12 Strategy 3.4.1
Strategy 3.4.2
Market Power Parent on the YISD website to increase parental involvement (web b ased, ondemand grades, attendance, personal graduation plans, test data and discipline)
Update the Power Parent online portal to include an e-agreement for 1:1 device access
Comments: Include marketing for automatic enrollment LRPT Correlates: I01, I08, LAS11, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress
LRPT Correlates: I01, I03, I04, I08, I09, LAS11 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018
Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer and campus leaders
Evidence: Parent portal updated and active
Evidence: Increased Power Parent usage Strategy 3.4.3
Strategy 3.4.4
Provide 1:1 device parent information nights at all elementary and middle school campuses; provide on-demand 1:1 information/ documentation and parent education on district website
Provide opportunities for parent technology learning at YISD campuses via extended day access in lab/library and training
Comments: 5 year device deployment to be implemented 2015 2020 LRPT Correlates: I03, I04, I05, I09, LAS09 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: August 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning and campus administrators Evidence: Meetings held and sign-in sheets
34 Ysleta Independent School District
LRPT Correlates: I01, I02, I03, I05, I08, I09 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: September 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning and campus administrators Evidence: Sign-in sheets, after hours access
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 3.4.5
Strategy 3.4.6
Require teachers to maintain a website to support instruction and to communicate with students, parents, and the community
Coordinate with the Public Relations Department to market the District Technology Plan (online & face to face) to Ysleta ISD students, staff and community
Comments: YISD has implemented a new web page system, School Wires. Teachers are no longer required to have a web page. LRPT Correlates: I01, I08, LAS09, TL15, TL16 State: Original Status: Complete Timeline: 2015 – 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Campus administration, Director of Innovative Learning, Chief Technology Officer Evidence: Current teacher websites
Comments: Plan is available as a PDF document from the district website LRPT Correlates: LAS02, LAS04 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015–2018 Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning, Public Relations Director Evidence: Plan on website, in eNewsletter
Strategy 3.4.7 Transition to a new campus/district web site application (Schoolwires) to market the district resources and schools. LRPT Correlates: IO8, LAS07, LAS13 State: Revised Status: In Progress Timeline: June 2016 – 2018 Persons Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Directorys of Public Reations and Innovative Learning, Campus web masters
Ysleta Independent School District 35
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 3.5 Ensure compliance with state and federal mandates Budget Amount: $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 03, 04a, 06, 07, 11, 12
Strategy 3.5.1
Strategy 3.5.2
Ensure that all teachers complete the Engage Me Tech survey annually
Ensure that all eighth graders complete the online student technology competency exam annually and increase districtwide competency by a minimum of two percent (2%) annually
Comments: YISD will utilize the HB 5 survey (Digital Learning component) annually in place of the No Child Left Behind Administrator survey. TEA no longer provides access to this specific survey, but requires that we collect the data and keep on file locally LRPT Correlates: LAS02, LAS03 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 – 2018 (annually) Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Surveys completed on line
Comments: Provided by Learning.com (8th grade is free). Data will be shared with campus and district leadership LRPT Correlates: TL05, TL06, TL07 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: May 2015 to May 2018 (in May annually) Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists Evidence: Data complete, reports available
Strategy 3.5.3
Strategy 3.5.4
Update policies regarding staff, student, parent and community access to school resources through technology annually (Acceptable Use Policy)
Hold an annual community meeting to review policies related to the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)
LRPT Correlates: I08, LAS09, LAS11, TL15
Comments: Collaborative annual meeting held at the Education Service Center, Region 19 (for participating districts in region)
State: Original
LRPT Correlates: LAS02, LAS04, LAS05, LAS07, TL14, TL15
Status: In Progress
State: Original
Timeline: 2015 – 2018 (annually)
Status: Planned
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning
Timeline: 2015 – 2018 (annually)
Evidence: Policies updated and in place on line
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: Digital CIPA certificate in place.
36 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Strategy 3.5.5 Update the district technology plan annually with the feedback from the District Technology Committee and submit to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) LRPT Correlates: I03, I08, LAS01, LAS02, LAS04, LAS05, LAS07 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: June 2015 to June 2018 (annually) Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Director of Innovative Learning Evidence: ePlan updated online; ePlan approved
Ysleta Independent School District 37
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 3.6 Provide adequate technical support for educators/staff/students Budget Amount: $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Leadership, Administration and Support E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 06, 12 Strategy 3.6.1
Strategy 3.6.2
Implement a new initiative, Quick Response (QR) Kids, that provides a first line of support for teachers and students
Provide first line technical support with campus Technology Leadership Cadres (TLC)
Comments: QR Kids will be created through an application process. Students will be trained to handle basic troubleshooting services to assist teachers and students with minor issues regarding classroom hardware and software
Comments: All campuses have a TLC in place. They provide both minor troubleshooting and instructional assistance for colleagues.
LRPT Correlates: I01, TL08, TL09, TL12 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 – 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Director of Innovative Learning, coordinator and specialists
LRPT Correlates: EP03, TL08, TL09 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 –2018 Person(s) Responsible: Campus administrators and Innovative Technology Support Teachers Evidence: committee, number of requests and completions
Evidence: Teacher feedback and Innovative Technology Support Teachers feedback Strategy 3.6.3
Strategy 3.6.4
Provide firstline technical support with Innovative Technology Support Teachers for all campus staff and students
Provide a Service and Support Desk to assist district staff with technical issues
Comments: Currently all campuses have a Innovative Technology Support Teacher and/or a digital repair person. They are responsible for first line support for hardware and software that Quick Response Kids (QR) Kids are unable to provide, either due to lack of knowledge, ability or time
Comments: The Service and Support Desk assists with all technical issues that cannot be handled at the campus/department level by providing direct assistance or creating a service request for network specialists, technical specialists or appropriate departments
LRPT Correlates: I01, I05, TL08, TL09 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 – 2018
LRPT Correlates: I01, I05, I06, TL08, TL09 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: 2015 – 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Campus administrators
Person(s) Responsible: Chief Technology Officer, Service and Support Desk Manager
Evidence: Service requests and completions
Evidence: Number of requests and completions
38 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goal 4
40 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies GOAL 4 Provide a secure, robust and scalable infrastructure platform for communication and technology services that ensures access and facilitates student learning OBJECTIVE 4.1 Ensure availability of critical systems to satisfy TEA mandates and district business continuity requirements Budget Amount: $900,000.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 11 Strategy 4.1.1
Strategy 4.1.2
Maintain, update (annually) and test (quarterly) the district disaster recovery plan for all critical applications and systems to include but not limited to: finance system, personnel records, student, and UPS systems.
Completion of a new YISD data center at central office location�
Comments: Disaster site is now hosted at the local Region 19 offices.
LRPT Correlates: I01, I05
LRPT Correlates: I01, LAS14 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Network Services, Database Systems, Student and Finance Systems.
New HVAC systems, generator, transfer switch and UPS will provide needed availability requirements of technology services� State: Original Status: Completed Evidence: Fall 2015 Person(s) Responsible: Network Services Evidence: Limited service outages and interruptions
Evidence: Written document submitted to District Technology Committee, Internal and External Auditors.
Ysleta Independent School District 41
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 4.2 Provide and maintain a secure technology environment Budget Amount: $3,687,945.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 12 Strategy 4.2.1
Strategy 4.2.2
Continue to allocate budget for security software such as: Firewalls, Virus protection, Spam, Content filter, etc. annually
Technology Security Monitoring Service. Provides availability monitoring and penetration, and intrusion detection testing
Comments: Firewalls will be maintained through E-rate 2/5 year options
LRPT Correlates: I01
LRPT Correlates: I01, I08 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Evidence: Technology Information Systems budget; applications in place
42 Ysleta Independent School District
State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Network Services Evidence: Security testing reports, annual penetration testing, monitoring notifications, and intrusion detection
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 4.3 Build a district network infrastructure to support district initiatives and operations Budget Amount: $5,457,825.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 02, 04a, 08 Strategy 4.3.1
Strategy 4.3.2
Continue to update cabling to support latest features such as Power Over Ethernet (POE)
Maintain/update district network electronics, to support new wide area connections up to 10 Gb for each site
LRPT Correlates: I01, I06
LRPT Correlates: I01, I06
State: Original
State: Original
Status: In Progress
Status: Completed
Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018
Timeline: January 2016 June 30 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems
Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Network
Evidence: Upgraded cabling in place
Engineer
Strategy 4.3.3
Strategy 4.3.4
Provide a strong cabling wired and wireless infrastructure to support up to 10 Gb
Deploy new off the shelf technologies to campuses for live
LRPT Correlates: I01, I06
Google Hangouts, Youtube, etc.
State: Original
Comments: This solution will replace existing MediaCast
Status: In Progress
solution and this type of solution is no longer E-rate qualified
Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018
LRPT Correlates: I01
Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Network Engineer
State: Original
Evidence: New network electronics, increased performance in bandwidth
Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018
Evidence: New network electronic equipment
streaming solutions to replace existing MediaCast solution with
Status: In Progress Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Innovative Learning Evidence: Live streaming capability of campuses
Ysleta Independent School District 43
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 4.4 Provide supported and maintained technology services Budget Amount: $868,527.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 03, 12
Strategy 4.4.1
Strategy 4.4.2
Provide a customer Service and Support Desk Center including Student Workers Assisting Technology (SWAT) program
LRPT Correlates: I01 State: Original Status: In Progress
LRPT Correlates: I01, I08
Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018
State: Original
Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems SWAT Students
Status: In Progress
Evidence: Service and Support Help Desk
Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems, Innovative Learning Department Evidence: Operational systems in place
Strategy 4.4.3 Acquisition and Implementation of a new Student Information System LRPT Correlates: EP03, I09, LAS11 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Spring 2015 to Fall 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Hardware Acquisition Standards Committee, Technology Information Systems, Student Network Data Base, Campus/Administrative Core Implementation Teams Evidence: Live System Fall 2018
44 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 4.5 Provide relevant internal and external cloud services for district users Budget Amount $350,000.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 03, 07, 11, 12 Strategy 4.5.1
Strategy 4.5.2
Provide single sign on services for authenticating third party services
Make use of cloud services to provide backup and redundancy where possible for critical systems
LRPT Correlates: I01, TL15 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Network Services Evidence: Authenticating Google accounts with YISD active directory
LRPT Correlates: I01 State: Original Status: Planned Timeline: Fall 2016 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Evidence: Increased availability of hosted services Evidence: Operational systems in place
Strategy 4.5.3 Expand utilization of MS365 applications and services and Google services LRPT Correlates: I01 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Spring 2016 Spring 2017 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Evidence: Utilization of new 365 services (Delve, Video)
Ysleta Independent School District 45
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 4.6 Implement systems to improve internal and external communications throughout the district and community Budget Amount: $1,700,000.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology E-rate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 03, 12
Strategy 4.6.1
Strategy 4.6.2
Replace district phone system with Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) to the desktop
School Messenger is the district’s emergency notification provider�
Comments: E-rate funding is being phased out by 20% per year to 0% for phone services
purposes� It has integration capabilities for social media as well as
LRPT Correlates: I01
LRPT Correlates: I01, I08
The system has notification abilities for emergency and operational traditional phone calls
State: Original
State: Original
Status: Planned
Status: Completed
Timeline: Spring 2017
Timeline: Spring 2016
Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems
Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems
Evidence: Application for E-rate funding, ROI analysis for new system
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Evidence: Large scale calling capability
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 4.7 Implement and maintain scalable and accessible wireless environment Budget Amount $350,000.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology E-rateCorrelates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 01, 03, 07, 11, 12 Strategy 4.7.1
Strategy 4.7.2 Implement wireless in nontraditional locations such as portables, common areas, if appropriate. This will be increasingly important in the expansion of a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and/or 1:1 deployments Comments: Contingent upon local funding. LRPT Correlates: I01, I03 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Evidence: New robust wireless devices in place
Strategy 4.7.3 Implement tools for monitoring and user access to wireless network for the 1:1 Engage Me Initiative and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)� The deployment of on boarding software such as Aruba Clear Pass LRPT Correlates: I01 State: Original Status: In Progress Timeline: Spring 2016 Person(s) Responsible: Technology Information Systems Network Services Network Engineer Evidence: Robust and emerging wireless infrastructure in place
Ysleta Independent School District 47
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies OBJECTIVE 4.8 Provide financial services and purchasing guidance to support the life cycle of technology Budget Amount $0.00 Long Range Plan category: Infrastructure for Technology ERate Correlates: ER01 No Child Left Behind Correlates: 03 Strategy 4.8.1
Strategy 4.8.2
Work collaboratively with purchasing to develop and provide web based portals that facilitate and standardize the technology services and equipment procurement process for vendors Comments: On-line procurement process in place� LRPT Correlates: I05 State: Original Status: Completed Evidence: July 2015 to June 2018 Person(s) Responsible: Hardware Acquisition Standards Committee, Purchasing Department, District Technology Committee, Technology Information Systems Evidence: District Technology Committee minutes
Strategy 4.8.3
Strategy 4.8.4
The District Hardware Acquisition Standards Committee will determine hardware life cycles and implementation based on considerations of budget and current technology requirements
Update and post YISD 21st Century Technology Equipment Standards and life cycles (review and update annually) to the Ysleta ISD website to ensure easy access for all district staff
Comments: The obsolescence recommendations are listed online
LRPT Correlates: I07
LRPT Correlates: I07, I09
State: Original
State: Original
Status: In Progress
Status: In Progress
Evidence: July 2015 to July 2018
Evidence: July 2015 to June 2018
Person(s) Responsible: Hardware Acquisition Standards Committee
Person(s) Responsible: Hardware Acquisition Standards Committee
Evidence: YISD website
Evidence: Reports to District Technology Committee On-line requisition review and approval of technology requirements
48 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Budget
Budget year 2015 Budget item Staff Development Telecommunications & Internet Access Materials & Supplies
Cost Funding Sources with amount per source $247,900.00
Local funds: $247,900 (Specialists, Extra duty, TNTc Conference, Tech Fair) Title II, Part D funds (Technology Allotment) are NO longer provided by the State.
$2,205,323.00 Local funds: $316,197 E-rate: $1,889,127 $169,474.00 Local funds: $169,474 Cases, strips, etc. for 1:1 program
Equipment
$6,517,825.00 Local funds: $1,060,000 Mobile devices for students 10 Gig Upgrade 5.457825M
Maintenance
Hardware/Software: 1,517,816
Local funds: $280,873 Subscriptions for Credit Recovery/ $1,954,524.00 redemption software; Library Database; TexQuest.
Maintenance telecom/net 1,854,524
Disaster Recovery 100K
Miscellaneous Expenses
$1,534,200.00 Local funds: $34,200 Digital Media Tech New Student Systems 1.5M
Total
$12,629,246.00
Budget year 2016 Budget item Staff Development
Cost Funding Sources with amount per source $247,900.00 Local funds: $247,900 (Specialists, Extra duty, TNTc Conference, Tech Fair) Title II, Part D funds (Technology Allotment) are NO longer provided by the State.
Telecommunications & Internet Access Materials & Supplies
$2,205,323.00 Local funds: $316,197 E-rate: $1,889,127 $100,000.00 Local funds: $100,000 Cases, strips, etc. for 1:1 program
Equipment
$1,020,000.00 Local funds: $1,020,000 Mobile devices for students
Maintenance
$1,954,804.00 Local funds: $280,873 Subscriptions for Credit Recovery/redemption software; Library Database; TexQuest.
Maintenance telecom/net 1,854,524
Disaster Recovery 100K
Miscellaneous Expenses Total
$34,200.00 Local funds: $34,200 Digital Media Tech $5,562,227.00
Ysleta Independent School District 49
District Technology Plan
Goals Objectives and Strategies Budget year 2017 Budget item Staff Development
Cost Funding Sources with amount per source $247,900.00 Local: $247,900 (Specialists, Extra Duty, TNTc Conference, Tech Fair) Title II, Part D formula funds (Technology Allotment) are NO longer provided by the State.
Telecommunications & Internet Access Materials & Supplies
$2,205,323.00 YSLETA ISD Technology Plan: 2015–2018 Local funds: $316,197 E-rate: $1,889,127 $100,000.00 Local funds: $100,000 Cases, strips, etc. for 1:1 program
Equipment
$1,040,000.00 Local funds: $1,040,000 Mobile devices for students
Maintenance
$1,954,804.00 Local funds: $280,873 Subscriptions for Credit Recovery/redemption software; Library Database; TexQuest.
Maintenance telecom/net 1,854,524
Disaster recovery 100K
Miscellaneous Expenses Total
$34,200.00 Local funds: $34,200 Digital Media Tech $5,582,227.00
50 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Appendix Long Range Plan for Technology Correlates Teaching and Learning
TL15 Implement innovative programs that promote parental involvement, increased communication with parents and community members, and community access to educational resources.
TL01 Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level and provide specialized courses in Technology Applications.
TL16 Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students.
TL02 Offer and provide the Technology Applications high school courses to meet the curriculum and graduation requirements specified in 19 TAC Chapter 74. TL03 Use the Technology Applications adopted instructional materials at all grade levels. TL04 Use digital diagnostic tools for formative evaluation to monitor progress toward the mastery of instructional objectives. TL05 Implement research-based strategies to improve the academic achievement, including technology literacy, of all students. TL06 Develop strategies to monitor and document progress of integration of technology into curricula and instruction and to monitor and report student mastery of the Technology Applications TEKS to TEA. TL07 Integrate student performance data from district/state assessment instruments with electronic curriculum resources to inform and differentiate instruction for every child. TL08 Support the use of emerging technologies aligned with state standards for developing greater levels of collaboration, inquiry, analysis, creativity and content production. TL09 Ensure anytime/anywhere access to technology-based learning for all students by providing appropriate devices, services, and support. TL10 Ensure that school libraries have the latest technology and online resources for student research and curriculum integration. TL11 Support school library programs and use library standards to ensure that school libraries assist classroom teachers in teaching students, information literacy and Technology Applications knowledge and skills. TL12 Support the use of technology to promote student-centered learning across geographic and cultural boundaries that includes business and industry. TL13 Utilize innovative strategies for the 24/7 delivery of specialized or rigorous courses and expanded curricular and instructional offerings through the use of technology, including online and other distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and personal learning needs of all students. TL14 Provide curriculum to ensure personal safety for students in a digital world and Acceptable Use Policies that specify expectations and rules for students, parents, and teachers.
Ysleta Independent School District 51
District Technology Plan
Long Range Plan for Technology Correlates Educator Preparation and Development
Leadership Administration and Support
EP01 Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation and enrichment TEKS through multiple delivery methods.
LAS01 Incorporate ongoing technology planning in classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans.
EP02 Provide professional development for Technology Applications courses as identified in Technology Applications Educator Standards VI - XI. EP03 Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven decision-making. EP04 Develop strategies for all educators, including campus administrators and librarians, to master the Technology Applications Educator Standards I - V as access to technology and professional development becomes available. EP05 Document progress of teachers towards mastery of Technology Applications Educator Standards I - V using the Texas STaR Chart. EP06 Encourage participation in statewide, technology professional development opportunities. EP07 Encourage educator participation in thWe Master Technology Teacher program. EP08 Utilize innovative strategies for the 24/7 delivery of ongoing professional development through the use of technology, including online and other distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and persona learning needs of all educators. EP09 Provide instructional coaches and mentors to support classroom efforts in using technology to improve learning in core curriculum areas.
LAS02 Promote a comprehensive planning process to ensure technology plans include clear goals, realistic strategies, and critical components such as compliance with state and federal regulations, needs assessment, budget and evaluation. Identify budget and secure funding to support technology identified in classroom, library, campus, and district planning efforts. LAS03 Include professional development on the integration of technology in all classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans and measure their effectiveness using the Texas STaR Chart. LAS04 Ensure a viable technology plan is written and approved prior to applying for the federal E-Rate discount program. LAS05 Utilize the district technology plan to ensure technology resources promote student achievement in accordance with No Child Left Behind. LAS06 Allocate at least 30 percent of technology allotment budget for professional development. LAS07 Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. LAS08 Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decision-making focused on student success. LAS09 Initiate and implement policies to expand parental and community access to school facilities, library resources, and non-secured data through technology. LAS10 Provide instructional assistance for the effective integration of technology into teaching and learning in all school and district operations. LAS11 Provide parents secure electronic access to student information. LAS12 Incorporate mastery of SBEC Technology Applications Educator Standards into local educator appraisal systems. LAS13 Participate in collaboration with representatives from PreK12, higher education, parents, businesses and community to share resources and services. LAS14 Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as email and web pages. LAS15 Budget for, offer, and support expanded curricular and instructional opportunities to students via online and other distance learning.
52 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan
Infrastructure for Technology
E-Rate Correlates
I01 Design, install and maintain a technology and telecommunications infrastructure for communications and services that ensures equitable access.
ER01 The plan must establish clear goals and a realistic strategy for using telecommunications and information technology to improve education or library services.
I02 Develop innovative funding and collaboration strategies with both public and private sectors to ensure all students have equitable and anytime, anywhere access to broadband communications.
ER02 The plan must have a professional development strategy to ensure that staff know how to use these new technologies to improve education or library services.
I03 Build community support for anytime, anywhere Internet access through collaborative planning, education, public information and other means. I04 Strive to achieve and maintain a personal computing device ratio of 1:1 for both students and professional educators. I05 Provide on-demand access to appropriately configured technology for all students and staff, including those with disabilities, in libraries, school offices, and other work areas. I06 Strive to participate in the high-speed, high-capacity statewide telecommunications network. I07 Maintain an obsolescence policy to ensure maximum efficiency and use of technology and infrastructure by all students and staff. I08 Provide and maintain an infrastructure for communications with parents and community members, including year-round access to school news, educational resources, data and personnel. I09 Provide access to digital instructional tools that meet interoperability and data accessibility standards for instruction.
Ysleta Independent School District 53
District Technology Plan
No Child Left Behind Correlates International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) National Education Technology Standards (NETS) for Students, Teachers and Administrators http://www.iste.org/standards The state’s technology standards ensure that students, teachers, and librarians gain and apply critical 21st Century digital knowledge and skills.
Texas Technology Application TEKS
YISD support site for the implementation of digital content and learning. Student, teacher, parent and administrator components. http://engageme.yisd.net YISD resources for the implementation of digital content and learning for students, teachers, parents and administrators. http://engagemeresources.yisd.net Ysleta ISD Hardware Acquisition Standards page. http://has.yisd.net
1. Strategies for improving academic achievement and teacher effectiveness to improve: • the academic achievement, including technology literacy, of all students. • the capacity of all teachers to integrate technology effectively into curriculum and instruction 2. Goals for using advanced technology aligned with challenging State academic content and student academic achievement standards to improve student academic achievement 3. Steps to increase accessibility to ensure that: • all students and teachers have increased access to technology • students in high-poverty and high-needs schools, or schools identified for improvement or corrective action, have access to technology • teachers are prepared to integrate technology effectively into curricula and instruction 4a. Promotion of curricula and teaching strategies that integrate technology Will identify and promote curricula and teaching strategies that integrate technology effectively into curricula and instruction, based on a review of relevant research and leading to improvements in student academic achievement 4b. Professional development Provide ongoing, sustained, high quality professional development for: • teachers, principals, administrators, and school library media personnel to further the effective use of technology in the classroom or library media center • including, if applicable, a list of the entities that will be partners with the district involved in providing the ongoing, sustained professional development 5. Technology type and costs Description of type and costs of technology to be acquired with Ed Tech funds, including provisions for interoperability of components of such technologies 6. Coordination with other resources District's plan for coordinating activities funded through the Ed Tech program with technology-related activities supported with funds from other Federal, State, and local sources
54 Ysleta Independent School District
District Technology Plan 7. Integration of technology with curricula and instruction How the applicant will: • integrate technology (including software and electronically delivered learning materials) into curricula and instruction, and • utilize a timeline for this integration 8. Innovative delivery strategies will encourage: the development and use of innovative strategies for the delivery of specialized or rigorous courses and curricula through the use of technology, including distance learning technologies, particularly in areas that would not otherwise have access to such courses or curricula due to geographical distances or insufficient resources 9. Parental involvement will use technology effectively to: • promote parental involvement • increase communication with parents, including a description of how parents will be informed of the technology being applied in the child's education 10. Collaboration with adult literacy service providers Description of how the program will be developed, where applicable, in collaboration with adult literacy service providers 11. Accountability measures Process and accountability measures that evaluate the extent to which activities are effective in: • integrating technology into curricula and instruction • increasing the ability of teachers to teach • enabling students to reach challenging State academic content and student academic achievement standards 12. Supporting resources Supporting resources (such as services, software, other electronically delivered learning materials, and print resources) that will be acquired to ensure successful and effective uses of technology
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