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chARTer~TECH High School for the Performing Arts

Technology Plan July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2010

Stakeholders

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II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

In 1996 two visionaries completed a charter application that defined a school which would focus on technology and performing arts. chARTer~TECH High School for the Performing Arts is in its 8th year of operation and continues to be committed to the original mission of our school: “students are provided the opportunity to blend the principals of artistic expression with cutting edge technology, so that students will excel in academic, career, and civic pursuits and contribute to the harmony and productivity of the 21st century.”

Technology will serve as the foundation for instructional delivery systems leading to knowledge acquisition, concept understanding, and skill mastery in all academic subjects. Technology will not be studied as a separate entity but infused into the very fabric of educational pursuits, exactly as it occurs in the business world. Students will be prepared to compete in the modern workplace or post-secondary institutions using the skills necessary to achieve success. The integration of real world technology into the performing arts will provide students the opportunity to work in professional studios using state of the art equipment.

The chARTer~TECH Technology Plan is part of a continuum that begun with the initial opening of the school and then construction of a new facility designed to provide the “most wired” facility in New Jersey. Future planning takes into consideration how the use of technology will continue to be a mainstay in the curriculum in all academic and performing arts classes. Utilizing the collaborative efforts of all our stakeholders, the development of the plan focuses on our needs assessment, school vision and goals, and professional development strategies necessary to support the use of technology in the future.

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III. TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEWA. TECHNOLOGY 1. CURRENT TECHNOLOGY NETWORKING AND

TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENTComputers/Desktop workstations: 375 Windows XP Professional workstations:

200 Optiplex GX150 Pentium III based workstations75 Optiplex GX260 Pentium IV based workstations75 Antec Pentium 4 Tower Based and Desktop workstation25 Optiplex GX110 Tower workstatios with Mbox digital components

File Servers: 10 Windows 2003 Server Systems

5 Dell File serving sytems 5 Antec Pentium 4 Tower Based file serving systems.

Networking

20 HP Procurve 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switching Systems2 Fiber Connect Modules

Telecomunications

1 Cisco Systems 2651 ATM Router System1 Lucent Definity PBX system with 35 analog and 10 digital handsets

Canon High Speed Color Copying Image Runner C6800

2 Whiteboard capture and display systems.

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A. TECHNOLOGY 2. Technology Inventory Needed to Improve Student Academic

Acheivement through 2010.

Three-Year Technology Plan Inventory TableArea of Need Describe for 2007-8 Describe for 2008-

9Describe for

2009-10Technology Equipment

Integration of Bluetooth enabled tablets for use in Math and Science. Implementation of upgraded student workstations in Television and Animation

New Teacher Multimedia stations with Bluetooth enable USB device connectivity

Rotation of four classroom with new computer technology.

Software used for curricular support and filtering

Microsoft Office Suite 2003

United Streaming Systems

NetTreker Internet Search

Maya Animation Suite

Adobe Flash Macromedia

Dream Weaver

Purchase additional software as need arises and funds are available

Purchase additional software as need arises and funds are available

Technology maintenance policy and plans

Equipment is reviewed yearly. Preventative maintenance is performed on all computing equipment district wide. Mission critical units are tested for power and correct operations.



Telecommunications Services

1.544 ATM T-1Local PBX connectivity

2/1.544 ATM T-1 bonded T-1 for 3.0 ATM connection.Local PBX connectivity

2/1.544 ATM T-1 bonded T-1 for 3.0 ATM connection..Local PBX connectivity

Technical Support Director of Technical ServicesOutsourced Technical SupportStudent Tech Team.

Director of TechnicalOutsourced Technical SupportStudent Tech Team..

Director of Technical ServicesHelp Desk technician- on-site. Student Tech Team..

Facilities – infrastructure including central telephone & security systems

Local PBX system450 Fast Ethernet Ports, Stackable Layer 2 switching support. Entry and inside camera and sensing security systems.

Local PBX system450 Fast Ethernet Ports, Stackable Layer 2 switching support. Entry and inside camera and sensing

Local PBX system450 Fast Ethernet Ports, Stackable Layer 2 switching support. Entry and inside camera and sensing

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security systems. security systems.

A. TECHNOLOGY 3. Integration of Assistive Technology devices into the network to accommodate student needs.

chARTer~TECH High School prides themselves in providing all classrooms with the technology that is needed to enhance learning and meet the needs of all students. Over the past three years, we have developed technology-enriched classrooms that include projection devices, document cameras and multi-media computers with DVD drives in all classrooms.

Although this universal design for learning has provided a great deal of support to teachers who are working with students with special needs, there are times where an individualized approach is necessary. Resources that have been utilized include: medical professionals including audiologists, the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired and CP of New Jersey.

chARTer~TECH maintains a contract with CP of New Jersey that provides services on demand (as needed). The school district contacts CP of New Jersey each time they need a service for a particular student. The types of evaluations include augmentative communication evaluations: low-tech to high-tech aids to communication using symbols (objects, photos, illustrations, words) with or without voice output along with assistive technology evaluations including computer access, technology to support reading and writing (voice recognition software), educational accommodations and accessibility, etc. They also provide technology lending services.

A. TECHNOLOGY 4. District Web Site Accessible to All

We are working towards making out district’s website Bobi-compliant. Our webmaster is currently reviewing the following website to work towards meeting criteria found on the following web site:

http://www.access-board.gov/sec508/standards.htm

1194.22 Web-based intranet and internet information and applications.

(a) A text equivalent for every non-text element shall be provided (e.g., via "alt", "longdesc", or in element content).

(b) Equivalent alternatives for any multimedia presentation shall be synchronized with the presentation.

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http://www.access-board.gov/sec508/standards.htm

(c) Web pages shall be designed so that all information conveyed with color is also available without color, for example from context or markup.

(d) Documents shall be organized so they are readable without requiring an associated style sheet.

(e) Redundant text links shall be provided for each active region of a server-side image map.

(f) Client-side image maps shall be provided instead of server-side image maps except where the regions cannot be defined with an available geometric shape.

(g) Row and column headers shall be identified for data tables.

(h) Markup shall be used to associate data cells and header cells for data tables that have two or more logical levels of row or column headers.

(i) Frames shall be titled with text that facilitates frame identification and navigation.

(j) Pages shall be designed to avoid causing the screen to flicker with a frequency greater than 2 Hz and lower than 55 Hz.

(k) A text-only page, with equivalent information or functionality, shall be provided to make a web site comply with the provisions of this part, when compliance cannot be accomplished in any other way. The content of the text-only page shall be updated whenever the primary page changes.

(l) When pages utilize scripting languages to display content, or to create interface elements, the information provided by the script shall be identified with functional text that can be read by assistive technology.

(m) When a web page requires that an applet,plug-in or other application be present on the client system to interpret page content, the page must provide a link to a plug-in or applet that complies with §1194.21(a) through (l).

(n) When electronic forms are designed to be completed on-line, the form shall allow people using assistive technology to access the information, field elements, and functionality required for completion and submission of the form, including all directions and cues.

(o) A method shall be provided that permits users to skip repetitive navigation links.

(p) When a timed response is required, the user shall be alerted and given sufficient time to indicate more time is required.

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A. TECHNOLOGY5. Technology – Plan for Obsolescence

Obsolescence Determination

All computing units purchased by the district as new and placed into service as such will stay in the computing equipment complement for a period of not less than five years. After the five year period, the technical services staff reviews each piece of equipment to determine its viability in remaining in our current operations platform. The district’s goal is to, whenever possible, exceed the projected life expectancy of all purchased technology equipment. When equipment has been determined to be of no continuing value it is either disposed of in the proper manner or traded-in for new equipment. Each technology component is used until it can no longer produce viable results and is no longer needed to improve student achievement or staff efficiency.

Equipment Repair

Where equipment is under a specific manufacturer’s warranty, on-site or depot, this equipment is maintained by that manufacturer until the warranty has expired. If equipment is under a parts only replacement, the district’s technical services staff repairs the equipment. If the equipment is not under any warranty of any kind and its use is still required by the district, technical services repairs the equipment.

In order to determine whether a particular piece of equipment should be repaired, a straight-line depreciation method is used to determine the cost effectiveness of repairing a technology component or to purchase new. The decision is then made by the Manager of Technical Services as to whether or not an item is to be repaired or replaced.

B. CYBER SAFETY

1. List the filtering method(s) used. (Note: Be specific as this is a federal mandate) Websense Software

2. Identify the Acceptable Use Policies (AUP) used for students and staff and include a copy of the AUPs with the submission of this technology plan. See attached AUP – Appendix B

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B. CYBER SAFETY (cont.)

3. Explain how students are educated about online safety awareness.

Students are educated about online safety awareness in a variety of ways: Library media specialists review online safety measures and

appropriate Internet usage when they teach Internet research and teach the students to use online research databases

Elementary classroom teachers review copyright law with students Middle school staff review security and safety procedures including the

district AUP with their students as well as the ethical legal implications of misusing technology

Middle school computer lab teachers review the technology standards 8.14B2-4 and 8.18B2-5

4. Provide information on how parental resources regarding online safety are made available to parents.

Through our Family School Organization, our district conducts cyber safety workshops to include cyber bullying. We conduct this workshop in conjunction with the state police and the county prosecutor.

Our parents are also informed about online safety via our web site. (http://www.chartertech.org)

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http://www.chartertech.org/

C. NEEDS ASSESSMENT

1. (a) Currently all teachers and staff members utilize computers for all daily activities and classroom instruction. Technology is fully integrated across the curriculum in all subject areas. Each student is assigned to a computer in every academic class and required to use the available software to complete class work. Students and teachers can access their work from a remote desktop.

(b) All teachers are proficient in the use of the technology available in the classroom. Each classroom teacher has available a teaching station with the Internet, Microsoft Office Suite, Document camera, Overhead projector, United Streaming capabilities and content area software. The following table (1b) shows the ability levels of the current certified staff:

Table (1b) Staff Proficiency

Level of Proficiency

Count Percentage

Beginner 3 11%Intermediate 12 46%Advanced 8 32%Instructor 3 11%

(c) The following table (1 c) shows the status for each of the prescribed areas which describe the current educational environment and the barriers which affect them.

2. The areas in need of improvement based on the answers from (c) forall students to improve academic achievement through the integration of technology are also in the flowing table.

3. The identified needs are prioritized by the level of need at this time.

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chARTer~TECH High School for the Performing ArtsTechnology Plan

July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2010

NEEDS ASSESSMENT (Table 1c)Descriptors Current Educational

Environment/ Practice

Barriers Need to improve Priority

i. Staff are assured access to technology to facilitate tech integration

All staff have workstations available in all instructional areas.

-Gym classes held in cafeteria- Performing arts areas

-Provide wireless access to cafeteria and performing arts areas

High

ii. How often students have access to tech in learning environment

Every student has a computer to use in every academic classroom.

-Maintenance and proper care of computers

-Student and teacher surveillance and monitoring of computers

High

iii. The needs of staff are evaluated.

-Staff survey-Administrator observation-Informal meetings-Professional development

-new staff member in-servicing

-Scheduling of professional development activities

High

iv. The needs of students evaluated.

All students are required to use available tech in the classroom.

-Variety of ability levels-Ensuring consistency

-Provide incoming students with instruction as needed.

Moderate

v. past PD All workshops given on -Time for in- -Scheduling installation Moderat

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addressed the staff & students’ needs for technology integration.

technology supported the integration of tech in instruction and hands on activities

servicing-Implementing new equipment and software

of equipment for use. e

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July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2010NEEDS ASSESSMENT(Table 1c)

Descriptors Current Educational Environment

Barriers Need to Improve Priority

vi. past PD for administrators was provided to further the effective use of tech.

Administration and front office staff received in-servicing on new student data program.

-time for in-servicing-ensuring consistency

-Continue to provide time for in-service and “practice”

Low

vii. Current ongoing, sustained PD was provided in 06-07 for all staff to further effective use of tech

In-servicing was provided for new staff and updates on new hardware.

-Providing new staff with adequate in-servicing -time

-Continue to provide time for new staff in-service on available tech

Low

viii. Supports were provided for staff other than professional development.

Mentor teachers, administrators, technology manager and outside trainers provided support.

-Time-Limited trainers

-Scheduling in-service when trainers are available.-Use of Webnars

Low

ix. Professional development needs and barriers

Staff surveys, parent surveys and student surveys provide

-Limited funding-Participation by all stakeholders

-Collection of surveys-Standardizing professional

Low

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related to using educational technology as part of instruction have been identified.

information for decision making for future professional development.

development for all teachers.



IV. THREE – YEAR GOALS AND OBJECTIVESA. History

Goals for 2004-07 Evaluation of Goals/ Objectives Outcomes/ BenefitsGoal 1: Each student will routinely use technology in a workplace –like manner to acquire, analyze, communicate, and present information in every subject.

1A Students use literacy and communication skills to complete class work, projects and assessments using Microsoft Office Suite, school server, Internet and software provided.1B. Students used remote access to work on school server from home.1C. Teachers and students utilized video streaming in all subject areas.

1A. Students demonstrated literacy skills with increases in HSPA proficiency and advanced proficiency scores.2. Skill levels in workplace readiness improved demonstrated by student assessments in all subject areas.

Goal 2: Each student will have access to a computer every day in every class, so that automated sources will be the main conduit of educational content.

2A. Students complete assignments, conduct research, analyze websites, utilize software everyday to complete requirements in their academic classes.2B. Performing arts’ classes utilize a wide variety of software and hardware

2A. Students have become proficient in the proper use of the Internet and computer software.2B. Music classes have been able to utilize the industry standard for producing music with Protools, the use of film editing, animation software,

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to complete course requirements. 2C: Each teacher has a folder in the “common” area on the server where students can submit daily assignmentsand homework.

lightning designs and other professional experiences.2C. Students learn to work in a “real world” environment.




Goals for 2004-07 Evaluation of Goals/ Objectives Outcomes/ BenefitsGoal 2: Each student will have access to a computer every day in every class, so that automated sources will be the main conduit of educational content.

2D: Students are given projects which require the problem solving skills necessary to be successful.2E: Curriculum will be refined and revised on a 3 year cycle to reflect emerging technologies.2F: Performing arts class emphasize the cost, design, repair and value of equipment as well as the skills needed to operate the “gear” associated with the craft.

2D. Problem solving skills carry over into cross curricular areas such as math and performing arts.2E: As new technologies have emerged changes have been implemented in the curriculum to enhance instruction and learning.2F: Students learn responsibility when working with expensive gear and the costs involved in maintenance and repair of equipment.

Goal 3: All administrative and instructional functions of the school

3A: All grades are recorded on the networked grading system.

3A. Grading is consistently recorded and made available to parents.

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will be supported by the most modern technology available.

3B: Attendance is recorded electronically on the network.3C: Report cards and progress reports are recorded and printed using administrative software- TRACKER.3D: Email is used for all internal communication.

3B: Attendance is kept electronically, easily accessed and reported.3C: TRACKER progress tab has provided consistent grade reporting and record keeping.3D: Email provides an efficient method to communicate between all




Goals for 2004-07 Evaluation of Goals/ Objectives Outcomes/ BenefitsGoal 3: All administrative and instructional functions of the school will be supported by the most modern technology available.

3E: Video beam projectors and document cameras have been installed in every academic classroom.3F: training have been provided for teachers at workshops, scheduled in-services and other events.3G: Email communications is used between home and school.3H: The school web page is used to communicate all events, upcoming performances, archives, student

3E. Projectors are utilized daily to enhance instruction

3F: Teachers turnkey information gained from in-services.3G: Teachers and administrators utilize communication via Email. Parent email addresses are recorded in the student data base to allow easy access for teachers.3H: The web page allows the school to disseminate information

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information, lunches, etc. consistently to all school families and the public.

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July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2010IV. THREE – YEAR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

B. Goals and Objectives for 2007-20101. Goals that continue from the 2004-2007 Plan

Goal 1: Each student will routinely use technology in a workplace-like manner to acquire, analyze, communicate, and present information in every subject.

Objective 1A: Every student will enhance literacy and communication skills by completing class work, projects, and assignments using MS Word, Power Point, Excel, and Access in class at a networked, Internet-connected computer assigned to only to him/her.

Objective 1B: All students will be able to access the schools servers and selected software from home from the Internet.Objective 1C: Students and teachers will use video streaming during class to take virtual tours, observe documentaries of

historic events, view scientific demonstrations, learn about mathematical investigations, receive instruction, and or become more informed on art, culture, and music of America and other countries.

Goal 2: Each student will have access to a computer every day, in every class, so that automated sources will be the main conduit for educational content

Objective 2A: Students will complete a variety of assignments, conduct research, examine academic websites, and access academic software to facilitate delivery of content.

Objective 2B: Computers and other technologies will be used in performing arts classes to create animation, edit videos, write songs, record CDs, storyboard, prepare lighting designs, and design sets.

Objective 2C: Teachers will communicate with students and reduce paper usage by establishing an electronic “daily” file which students open upon arrival to class to determine the lesson objective(s), the day’s activities, pending evaluations, and homework assignments.

Objective 2D: Projects will be assigned that require students to collect, compare, analyze, evaluate, and synthesize data to solve problems.

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Objective 2E: Curriculum will be refined and revised on a three year cycle to reflect emerging technologies that can enhance teaching strategies and student performance.

Objective 2F Performing arts courses will emphasize the cost, design, repair, and value of using technology in the work place and require students to develop the skills needed to operate the “gear” associated with the craft. (i.e. HD video cameras, teleprompters, lighting instruments, steady cam harnesses, lighting instruments, sound boards, switchers, editors, animators, TV, Theatre arts, or music related electronics.)

Goal 3: All administrative and instructional functions of the school will be supported by the most modern technology available.

Objective 3A: All grades will be recorded and computed on the networked student grading system.Objective 3B: Daily attendance will be recorded electronically using networked student management system.Objective 3C: Grades and marking period comments will be exported from the grading software and imported into the

administrative software to create reporting records for all students.

Objective 3D: Email will be used in place of written communication for all internal mail/memos.Objective 3E: Video beam projectors and document cameras will display multi-media on classrooms screens in every

classroom and studio.Objective 3F: Teaching staff will receive training during the Atlantic County Inservice day and at other conventions,

workshops, and events of their choosing, in technology areas.Objective 3G: Email communication between the school and parents will be extended to the extent that school notices,

publications, performances, and requests for parent participation will be dispersed through bulk emailings. Objective 3H: The school’s webpage will be enhanced to include video clips of student performances.

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IV. THREE – YEAR GOALS AND OBJECTIVESB. Goals and Objectives for 2007-2010

2. Modifications identified to support district need and align with the State plan.

Goal 1: Each student will routinely use technology in a workplace-like manner to acquire, analyze, communicate, and present information in every subject.

Objective 1D: Students will be able to utilize online reference / research programs such as Nettrecker to complete research assignments.

Goal 3: All administrative and instructional functions of the school will be supported by the most modern technology available.

Objective 3C: Grades and marking period comments will be put into networked student data management system (TRACKER) to create records for all students including GPA and Transcripts.

Objective 3E: Integration of technology into daily instruction using LCD projectors, document cameras and electronic whiteboards.

Objective 3F: Teaching staff will receive training during scheduled in-services and at other conventions, workshops, and events of their choosing, in technology areas.

Objective 3G: In addition to email communication, the school website will provide teachers with the capacity to develop web pages with important information such as assignments, projects and suspense dates.

Objective 3H: The school’s webpage will be enhanced to include audio and video clips of student performances.

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July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2010IV. THREE – YEAR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

B. Goals and Objectives for 2007-20103. Goals specific to the integration of technology to improve student academic

achievement aligned with the NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards. Goal 1: Each student will routinely use technology in a workplace-like manner to acquire, analyze,

communicate, and present information in every subject. Objective 1A: Every student will enhance literacy and communication skills by completing class work, projects, and

assignments using MS Word, Power Point, Excel, and Access in class at a networked, Internet-connected computer assigned to only to him/her.

Objective 1B: All students will be able to access the schools servers and selected software from home from the Internet.Objective 1C: Students and teachers will use video streaming during class to take virtual tours, observe documentaries of

historic events, view scientific demonstrations, learn about mathematical investigations, receive instruction, and or become more informed on art, culture, and music of America and other countries.

Goal 2: Each student will have access to a computer every day, in every class, so that automated sources will be the main conduit for educational content

Objective 2A: Students will complete a variety of assignments, conduct research, examine academic websites, and access academic software to facilitate delivery of content.

Objective 2B: Computers and other technologies will be used in performing arts classes to create animation, edit videos, write songs, record CDs, storyboard, prepare lighting designs, and design sets.

Objective 2C: Teachers will communicate with students and reduce paper usage by establishing an electronic “daily” file which students open upon arrival to class to determine the lesson objective(s), the day’s activities, pending evaluations, and homework assignments.

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Objective 2D: Projects will be assigned that require students to collect, compare, analyze, evaluate, and synthesize data.


July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2010V. THREE – YEAR IMPLEMENTATION ACTIVITY TABLES ( July 2007- June 2010)

A. The implementation strategies/activities that relate to the goals and objectives are included in the Table below.B. The strategies in the table below include the use of a variety of technologies including assistive Technology to support our diversified learning community. C. N/AD. Specific telecommunications and information technologies and other specific resources

which are useful to the stated goat are included in the chart below.Goal/

ObjectiveStrategy/ Activity Time-line Person

ResponsibleDocumentation Telecommunication

s/Information

Technologies/ Resources

Goal 1

Objective 1A

Assignments will be assigned requiring acquisition of content knowledge and in a format supported by MS Office software.

Ongoing Vice Principal Lesson plans/ student evaluations

Student workstations and software

Objective 1B

Students will access their personal files from home

Ongoing Manager of Technology Services

Record of use Monitor use / Network equipment

Objective 1C

Teachers will select video streaming materials for students to view

Ongoing Vice Principal Lesson plans Internet resources, United streaming, ETTC & AVA

Objective Student online reference 07-10 Principal Teacher Nettrecker Program

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1D programs such as Netrrecker to do research from the Internet.

feedback forms/ Lesson plans

Goal/ Objective

Strategy/ Activity Time-line Person Responsible

Documentation Telecommunications

/Information Technologies/

ResourcesGoal 2

Objective 2A

Multi-media and inter-disciplinary projects will be created including but not limited to animations, video, CDs, scripts, choreography, lighting plots, etc.

Ongoing Artistic Coordinator/ Vice Principal

Lesson Plans/ student evaluations

Hardware and software used in recording studio and TV studio/ other PA classrooms

Objective 2B

All students will perform or participate in performing arts projects

Ongoing Artistic Coordinators

PA evaluations Performance venue and tech support

Objective 2C

A daily file will be created every day to access assignments.

07 -10 Principal Common area/ teacher web page

Network/ school web site

Objective 2D

A variety of projects will be assigned in all classes

07-10 Vice Principal Lesson Plans/ student evaluations

Student workstations, IPOD pod casts, Internet and software

Objective 2E All curriculum will be revised

every three years

Ongoing Principal Electronic curriculum

Network

Objective 2F

Equipment will be maintained, used and repaired by students

Ongoing Artistic Coordinator

Inventory Various equipment

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Goal/ Objective

Strategy/ Activity Time-line Person Responsible

Documentation Telecommunications

/Information Technologies/

ResourcesGoal 3

Objective 3A

Electronic reporting of daily student progress.

Ongoing Principal Egrades/ Student Tracker

Network software

Objective 3B

Electronic recording of attendance in every class.

Ongoing Principal Student Tracker Network software

Objective 3C

Report cards and progress reports will be generated electronically

Ongoing Principal Student Tracker Network software

Objective 3D

Email will be used for inter-office communication

Ongoing Principal/ Manager of Technology Services

Email logs Mail server

Objective 3E

Integration of technology throughout all daily instruction

Ongoing Principal/ Manager of Technology Services

Inventory/ Lesson plans/ document library

LCD Projector, Document Cameras, Electronic white boards / Wireless Internet service

Objective 3F

All staff will receive in-service on new technologies

07-10 Principal PIPs, In-service evaluations

N/A

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Objective 3G

Parent email addresses will be update in Student Tracker

07-10 Principal Main Office Secretary

Student Tracker

Objective 3H

Video and audio clips used to enhance school website

Ongoing Artistic Coordinator

Web page Web page administrator

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VI. FUNDING PLAN

A. Provide the anticipated costs for 2007-2008 and then indicate the projected funding for 2008-2010 of the technologies to be acquired and expenses such as hardware/software, digital curricula including NIMAS compliance, upgrades and other services including print media that will be needed to achieve the goals of this plan, including specific provisions for interoperability among components of such technologies to successfully achieve the goals of this plan.B. Indicate the federal, state, local and other sources of funds used to help ensure that students have access to technology and ensure that teachers are prepared to integrate technology effectively into curricula and instruction

Funding Plan Table (2007-2008)

Three-Year Technology Plan Anticipated Funding Table (2007-2008)

ITEM

FEDERAL

FUNDING

STATE

FUNDING

LOCAL FUNDING

MISC. (e.g. Donations,

Grants)

Digital curricula (see NIMAS in the HELP section)

$3,240

Print media needed to achieve goals

$5,500

Technology Equipment $35,000

Network $2,500

Filtering $6,750

Software $2,700

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Telecommunications $6,700

ProfessionalDevelopment

$7,500

Funding Plan Table (2008-2010)

Three-Year Technology Plan Anticipated Funding Table (2008 - 2010)*

ITEM

FEDERAL

FUNDING

STATE

FUNDING

LOCAL FUNDING

MISC. (e.g.

Donations, Grants)

Digital curricula (see NIMAS in the HELP section)

$3,200

Print media needed to achieve goals

$5,500

Technology Equipment $35,000

Network $2,500

Filtering $6,750

Software $2,700

Telecommunications $72,000.00 (e-rate)

$6,700

Professional Development Stipends and Salaries

$1300.00 (Title IID – estimated for FY08)

$7,500

*Costs and funding indicated in the 2008-2010 table are listed exactly the same as 2007-2008. We estimate that the amounts will increase by approximately 4% per year.

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C. Attach a copy of the board approval for this technology plan. Be sure it includes the budget for the first year of this plan. (see page 1)

VII. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTA. Individual(s) responsible for the coordinating the professional development activities noted in this plan.

The Vice Principal, Mr. Arthur Tubbs, along with the oversight of the Principal, Mrs. Janice Strigh, are responsible for coordinating the professional development activities noted in this plan.

B. The following are the planned professional development activities for teachers and administrators. 1. Teacher instructional access to technology is provided within the

classroom as each teacher and student has a computer. Instruction takes full advantage of internet-based search engines, PowerPoint presentations, the use of document cameras, etc. Portable laptop computers with wireless internet capability are available, and a pilot program for the application of Smart Boards is currently in progress for instruction in mathematics.

2. Administrators have access to desktop computers and utilize portable laptop computers to complete teacher observations. E-mail is heavily utilized throughout the day and has replaced much of the paper memos traditionally found in schools. Wireless internet and mainframe access is presently being installed for administration.

3. Ongoing, sustained professional development is provided for administration through a variety of methods, which include web-based online courses provided through the Educational Technology Training Center (ETTC) located in Mays Landing, courses and seminars given by State and private organizations and user technology training provided by corporations in the initial purchase/installment phase of new equipment.

4. Similar to administration, school teaching staff receives reciprocal avenues for obtaining ongoing, sustained training in the use and application of technology to enhance instruction within the classroom.

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5. The technical staff maintains levels of proficiency current with present technology through contact with vendors, attendance to training seminars and periodic conferences with colleagues. Their selection of professional development resources is based upon self-assessment and their level of proficiency in maintaining the proper functioning of new technologies installed.

6. Professional development for the application of assistive technologies to support all students in their learning is conducted via the above described methods and is typically pursued in a focused method to address areas of specific student needs as determined by faculty and administration.

C. Ongoing, sustained, high-quality professional development opportunities planned for 2007-2008.

For the 2007-2008 school year, the purchase and implementation of Smart Board technology is slated for installation in the Math and Science curricula. This technology is Smart Board based, however the technical application has portability advantages the Smart Board system lacks. In-class support of this technology is provided through the mentoring of colleagues trained on the system, teacher in-servicing provided by administration and demonstrations/information provided by the vendor. Although the initial utilization of this technology to enhance curricula instruction is focused in Math and Science, all faculty members will be trained in its use as future plans include its use in all disciplines.

D. Identify the financial and time resources to keep staff current in learning about new technologies.

Approximately one-fourth of the professional development time and budget is allocated to maintaining training on and educating teachers of new instructional technologies for the classroom. The resources utilized in this regard are the physical classroom space, instruction by members of our tech department, teacher in-servicing provided by administration, and web-based vendor information (webnars).

E. Projected professional development activities that will continue to support identified needs through 2010.

In the years to come, the use of I-pod technology for student personal use to enhance learning has been identified as one possible direction for professional development to focus upon. With the highly competitive market and the innovative application of technologies, it is difficult to determine with any certainty the direction in which

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educational technology will ultimately manifest within the classroom. The continued training on the use of technology presently found within the classroom and the identification of new technologies to enhance learning will take place through continued in-service training, seminars, and professional development. The application of web-based search engines currently in use with in our classrooms, and digital technology presently available will continue to remain as staples for activities, upon which our professional development will be based.



VII. EVALUATION

The process and accountability measures that are used to regularly evaluate the extent to which goals, objectives, activities, resources and services are effective in integrating technology into curricula and instruction, students meeting challenging state academic standards, and developing life-long learning skills will include all of the following:

1. To evaluate the extent to which goals, objectives, activities, resources, and services are effective in integrating technology:

Staff observations and Professional Improvement Plans Lesson Plan review Grading Data Testing Scores ( Terra Novas, HSPA and SAT's) Vocational exit testing Post secondary data – college acceptances, tech schools, job

placements

2. All curricula will align with the NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards and emphasize the cross curricular use of technology and the

performing arts and success in required standardized testing to meet the goals of NCLB.

3. All students will be provided information and experiences to enable the development of life-long learning skills required for their success in all academic and vocational pursuits.

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