Red Rock Central Schools

District #2884

Technology Use Plan

Dr. John Brennan, Superintendent

 

Red Rock Central Elementary School

 

107 East Clark Street 
PO Box 68 
Jeffers, Minnesota 56145 
507-628-5521

 

Red Rock Central Junior Senior High School

 

100 6th Avenue East 
PO Box 278 
Lamberton, Minnesota 56152 
507-752-7361

 


March 15, 2012



RRC TECHNOLOGYPLAN ONLINE REPORT @ http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan








INTRODUCTION

Red Rock Central Schools serve 1800 households, and the 4000 residents of four communities and surounding townships of Lamberton, Sanborn, Storden, and Jeffers, located in southern Redwood, western Brown and northern Cottonwood Counties of southwestern Minnesota.  The Red Rock Central School system partners with businesses and organizations within the district to provide a dynamic wide area network that provides excellent learning opportunities for all.  The unifying organization  for this resource network is the Red Rock Central Community Network or RRCNET. This organization, originating within the school system, provides an extended school to community  by providing Internet access to nearly 500 users in four school districts in ten communities covering more than 1000 square miles, including main street businesses and other businesses within our agricultural based communities.  Our prominent collaborators include the world's largest insect rearing facility, the University of Minnesota through the Southwest Research and Outreach Center, and county government.

MISSION STATEMENT

The RRC School Community will promote and provide students and staffwith a technology-rich educational environment that supports:
 
 

* Individual Needs

* Awareness of Global Community 

* Skill Development 

* Problem Solving 

* Lifelong Learning 

* Appropriate Curriculum Use 

OUR OVERALL MISSION IS TO PROVIDE OWNERSHIP OF ALL LEARNING RESOURCES
TO THE WHOLE RED ROCK COMMUNITY



Red Rock Central 2012-2013
TECHNOLOGY PLANNING COMMITTEE
Dr. John Brennan, Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Phil Goetstouwers Secondary School Administrator
Mr. Charles Nordby, Community Member
Mrs. Deb Pack, High School Paraprofessional
Ms. Sharon Musegades, Elementary Support Staff
Mr. Leonard Runck, RRC Network Admin.
Mrs. Paula Derickson, RRC Faculty

Mrs. Betsy Hubert, RRC Support Staff

Mrs. Sue Wilmes, RRC Faculty

Mr. Derek Stevenson, RRC Faculty

Mr. Steve Wegman, RRC Faculty

Logan Willhite, RRC Student

Katie Halter, RRC Student

Mrs. Valerie Halter, RRC Support Staff

Mrs. Odetta Manthei, RRC Special Education Faculty

Mr. William Rogotzke, RRC Board Chair

 

The Technology Planning Committee conducts the research and with instructional staff,  recommends the curriculum, software, and hardware procurement for the district.  The Technology Planning Committee provides a forum for acquiring data on staff, student, and community needs for all technology aspects including staff development opportunities.

A needs assessment is conducted to acquire data to determine deficiencies in student performance, student access to information services, deficiencies in staff knowledge, skills, and instructional delivery techniques, and school access to available electronic resources.  All target populations of the school system and community will be assessed.  Criteria for needs assessment includes, but is not limited to:

Information is collected from staff and students during February and March; and technology plan revisions and development evolve from the Technology Committee recommendations.  The Technology Planning Committee strategically evaluates the current assessment  data by comparison to previous base line data to determine prioritized modifications to achieve the goals specified by the plan.

The Technology Plan evolution process is enhanced by a student, staff, and community survey completed every three years.  The survey is formulated to collect data on student learning through knowledge, skills, and competencies, on staff utilization of technology and teaching techniques, and on community perceptions and learning opportunities.  The results of the surveys are instrumental in providing baseline data and evaluation of overall goals.

Through RRCNET, the technical training staff is certified and experienced in Microsoft, Novell, and Unix.  The professional staff is equipped as well to provide training in a full spectrum of learning experiences in word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, electronic research techniques, internet web based learning, video/audio production and editing, and computer programming languages.

The Technology Planning Committee reviews the current curriculum offerings and opportunities, the integration of the use of technology in the entire school program, the available hardware, software, and equipment each year. Reflective of the mission of the District, The Technology Planning Committee evaluates the established goals for technology education.  The Committee, with the assistance of the entire professional staff, recommends strategies to meet the needs of the students.  The Committee addresses the financial resources and outside funding sources.  The procurement of technology is based on the comprehensive evaluation of all aspects of needs, goals and strategies.


NEEDS----GOALS----STRATEGIES


NEED
1. Students need to recognize, internalize and utilize individual strengths to be effective communicators.

GOAL
1.
Students will effectively communicate through oral and written language and through presentations.

STRATEGIES
1.1 Students will create a presentation supported by a variety of multimedia that demonstrates the style and extent of their learning.
1.2 Staff will participate in training to use technology as a tool to teach effective communication in all curricular areas.
1.3 Students and staff will be trained in the use of multimedia and other technologies as an assessment tool.
1.4 Students will use word processing in the writing process across the curriculum.
1.5 Staff will use word processing and desktop publishing in their curricular and other professional needs.
1.6 Students, staff and parent community will be trained in and have access to voice, data and e-mail resources directly linked to the classroom.
1.7 Students will have access to training in media presentations; including communication, editing, advertising presentations and production.
1.8 Students and staff will be able to interpolate data from a variety of multimedia.

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NEED
2. Students need to develop an awareness of themselves as part of the larger global community.

GOAL
2.
Students and staff will have an awareness that they are part of a global community through a variety of meaningful experiences.

STRATEGIES
2.1 Students and staff will be able to communicate, learn, share and apply information gained on the Internet in all curricular areas.
2.2 Staff will learn and model the use of long distance technology based resources as part of the instructional program.
2.3 Students will collaborate with other schools in a meaningful way via the Internet to develop and implement community projects.
2.4 Students will participate in conflict management strategies to solve problems of a personal and global nature.
2.5 Students will create and publish newsletters.

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NEED
3. Students need to demonstrated and utilize basic skills necessary to function in a technology based society.

GOAL
3.
Students will utilize and demonstrate basic skills needed to function in a technology based society.

STRATEGIES
3.1 Students will use word processing to increase their writing skills across the curriculum.
3.2 Students and staff will be trained on various forms of technology that they will use to complete specific tasks throughout the school day.
3.3 Staff will have opportunities to explore and experiment with various forms of technology and instructional materials in their subject area.
3.4 Staff will maintain a database of interdisciplinary lessons that are cross-referenced by topic, strategy and learning styles.
3.5 Students will be trained in the use and maintenance of various forms of technology available in each classroom.
3.6 Students and staff will have access to software that includes spreadsheets, databases, graphs, and desktop publishing.
3.7 Staff and students will have training in how to set up and implement distance learning via web based learning (example - WEBCT via Bemidji State University, web site maintance via FTP, and online encyclopedias.

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NEED
4. Students need to demonstrate an ability to use successful, creative problem solving strategies in real life situations.

GOAL
4.
Students will demonstrate an ability to use higher order, critical thinking skills to solve problems in real life situations.

STRATEGIES
4.1 Students will be trained to use technology to expand the resources available in problem solving situations.
4.2 Students will apply software analysis to data collected through class projects and field study.
4.3 Students will problem solve in groups and individually utilizing scientific equipment and methods to create hypotheses and conclusions.
4.4.Students will construct Geographic Information Systems of local field study sites.
4.5 Given an issue or a project students, staff and community will use available technology to come to resolution or completion.
4.6 Students will participate in Exploring Technology Education projects in the areas of biotechnology; communications; construction; manufacturing; and power, energy and transportation.

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NEED
5. Students need to have a repertoire of skills to become lifelong, independent learners.

GOAL
5.
Students will develop a repertoire of skills to become lifelong, independent learners.

STRATEGIES
5.1 Students will use technology to gain access to original documents, newspaper articles, textual records, speeches and other historical events.
5.2 Students will receive training that expands their knowledge of real life applications and future career opportunities related to new technologies.
5.3 Students and staff will maintain an ongoing relationship with the business community which may include, career exploration, workshops and internships.
5.4 Students will deliver instruction to peers through electronic media.
5.5 Students will participate as a class in software to help them make informed career, occupational, and educational decisions.

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NEED
6.  Automation of Management Systems and access to Electronic Government Services (EGS).
GOAL
6.
  The Management of student, staff, and administrative systems will be automated with issues of privacy, security, and efficiency preserved.

CURRENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Elementary School - Accelated Reader - networked reading program
Northwest Evaluation Association (www.nwea.org) online student testing
Online reporting of student attendance and grading via JMC
JMC

LIBRARY AUTOMATION SYSTEM

            AUTOMATEDLUNCH SYSTEM

STRATEGIES
6.1 Administrative hardware and software will be periodically evaluated and updated.
6.2 Access to administrative information delivered by electronic means will be enhanced to reach their full potential.

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NEED
7.  Departmental Technology Plan
GOAL
7.  Individual departments will dictate the overall developmental goals of the technology plan for the district.
STRATEGIES
7.1  The Staff Development program of the district will address deficiencies in skills, knowledge and attitudes of staff.
7.2  The Staff Development program will address the training andtime needs.
7.3. Staff will address technology integration.
7.4  Collaborative efforts of staff, administration, and community will be made to enhance technology implementation.
7.5  Staff will be responsible for their curriculum development.

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NEED
8.  Electronic Service Delivery
GOAL
8.The school district will collaborate to provide and maintain an active web presence.
STRATEGIES
8.1 Web based information will be maintained on the RRCNET web site to provide current information related to school, community, and businesses.
8.2 The website will be continuously updated by efforts of staff, students and community experts.
8.3 Email accounts will be maintained and monitored for students and staff by RRCNET.
8.4 Every effort will be made to provide content filtering and security.
8.5 Students and staff will be encouraged to use network services to obtain and submit assignment information.
8.6 School Board information will be published on the web site.
8.7 Staff vacancies will be posted on the web site.
8.8 Accessing Federal and State programs will be availed electronically.

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NEED
9. Development of Wireless Infrastructure
GOAL
9.
Provide a wireless initiative to support the strategy of a mobile data network.
STRATEGIES
9.1 Explore grant funding.
9.2 The wireless initiative will provide faster/improved access to students at home who are presently relying on a outdated POTS network.
9.3 This instruction network using the unlicensed 2.4 GHz ISM carrier frequency will provide offsite training to community members and businesses.  It is IEEE 802.11 Wireless Ethernet standard.
9.4 Off school site learning experiences such as data collection in the field will be enabled.
9.5 Wireless would enable moving technology resources out of the traditional school building and into real life business and work experiences such as School to Work activities. Graduation Standard Requirement activities could be easily offered off-site.
9.6 TIMETABLE: Market to existing remote access users that indicate a strong interest in the convenience, speed, and quality of acquiring a remote wireless network. We have studied the economic feasibility comparing to remote access via dialup network. Presently we are in the stage of implementing this network as part of our RRCNET remote access initiative.
9.6 GOAL: Expand existing wireless network capacity by implementing 5 Gigahertz wireless backbone connectivity to improve networking between communities. Funding would be derived from existing business partners.



MEASURABLE BENEFITS TO STUDENTS, STAFF AND COMMUNITY

AREA

OBJECTIVE

EXPECTED BENEFIT

MEASUREMENT CRITERIA

CURRENT POSITION

FUTURE 
POSITION

High School

Increase student 
use of Internet

Students will access information 
for research and reports

Portfolio of student research reports 
listing Internet references

20% of students in grade 8 
70% of students in grade 9 
80 % of students in grade 12

40%-- Gr. 8 
90%-- Gr. 9 
95%-- Gr. 12

High School

Increase student 
skills using network 
and computer services.

Students will show proficiency 
using computer services.

Student assignments, projects, and 
assessments

80 % of students in grade 9

90% --Gr. 9

High School

Integrate training 
courses

Students will acquire technology 
skills in a variety of courses.

Courses offering integrated 
applications

1 required 
2 elective offerings 
4 Integrated courses

1 required 
5 Integrated

Elem School

Increase student 
competencies

Students will use computer 
technology for learning

Student assignments, projects 
and assessments

70 % of elementary 
grades completing 
projects

80 %

Staff

Increase staff use of 
Computer technology

Improved student learning

Number of teachers using computer 
technology

70% of staff

80 % 

Admin

Increase productivity

Reduce time spent for duties

Number of staff using tech methods

80 % of staff

90%

Com- 
munity

Increase use of 
Internet

Increased community 
learning opportunities

Number of Internet accounts

350

350

RRCNET 
users

Improve delivery of 
data services

Faster & reliable connection 
compared to POTS dialup 
service

Measure speed and presence. 
Monitor custormer request 
for help database utilizing Microsoft Server 2003 "Sharepoint"

350

350


MANAGEMENT POLICY

MANAGEMENT OF LEARNING RESOURCES

Technology resources acquired for RRC Schools will be carefully managed and equitably distributed. The District Technology Coordinator, Building Administration, Media Specialist, and Technology Committee will work together to maintain an accurate inventory of the hardware and software available, and will be responsible for scheduling their equitable and effective use.  Staff and students trained in technical  troubleshooting will be available, and these people will be on-call to help when needed.  Technical support resources outside the professional and student staff will be hired only as needed.  This technical staff will research and make recommendations for issues of security, updating/replacing hardware, and disaster recovery.

Systems Development Life Cycle.  Technology resources available will be evaluated by the Technology Planning Committee on an on-going basis. Replacement of components of the infrastructure from workstations, hubs, routers, switches to internal cabling will be made as deemed necessary in a timely fashion as specified in the inventory schedule.  The replacement of components will occur when the device no longer meets the basic technical and operational requirements.  The replacement schedule will be coordinated with funding resources available.



Technology Support Staff and Skills

Title

Name

Skills

Assignment

Network Administrator

Leonard Runck

UNIX 
Linux 
Novell Certified 
Microsoft Certified

RRCNET Administrator 
Dial-up Project Coordinator 
Technology Coordinator 
Tech Support

Media Specialist

Betsy Hubert

Electronic Media 

Librarian

Technology Coordinator

Leonard Runck

Multiple OS 
Softwares

Instructor- Computer Applications 
Tech support Elementary 
Tech Support- Administrative JMC

Industrial Tech Instructor

Steve Wegman

CISCO & Novell Certified 
Microsoft

Web Development

Novell instructor 
Industrial Tech instructor

Computer Lab Supervisor

Sharon Musegades

Microsoft 
Novell

Lab Supervisor

Student

Logan Willhite

Windows support

RRCNET Tech Support

Student

Katie Halter

Windows support

RRCNET Tech Support



STAFF/SUPPORT STAFF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Professional development provides all administrators, teachers, instructional assistants, clerical staff, food service workers, and custodial staff a logical, sequential series of steps focused on the ways in which the school community can be strengthened and enriched through a wide range of technological applications.  Staff development opportunities will be availed to staff and administration.  These activities will be provided by in-house trainers and outside professional resources.



 
 

ON-GOING DEVELOPMENT


TECHNOLOGY INVENTORY

***Red Rock Central Schools maintain a complete itemized electronic inventory of all hardware and software.***

JEFFERS CAMPUS

TYPE OF 
EQUIPMENT

DESCRIPTION 
OF USE

HOW MANY

REPLACEMENT 
CYCLE

Novell Server 
DELL
RAID Level 5 disk drive redundancy

Instructional/ Administrative storage and 
retrieval

1

replace every 5 years - present age, 2002 model

Windows 7

Faculty Workstations

20

5 years

Windows 7

Computer lab and classrooms

30

5 years

Novell Server

Storage, retrieval, and processing 
of Staff and Student data

1

5 years

PC Workstation

Library Circulation

1

5 years

PC Laptop

Administrative Use

1

4 years

PC Workstation

Food Service Management

1

5 years

Printers

Administrative

3

5 years

Printers

Instructional

8

3 years

LCD Panel

Instructional

5 years

Flatbed Scanner

Instructional

1

5 years

SmartBOARD

Instructional

4

As needed

Presentation Projector

Instructional

4

As needed

 

LAMBERTON CAMPUS

TYPE OF 
EQUIPMENT

DESCRIPTION 
OF USE

HOW MANY

REPLACEMENT CYCLE

Novell Server 
DELL
RAID Level 5 disk drive redundancy

Instructional/ Administrative storage and 
retrieval

1

replace every 5 years - present age, 2002 model

Internet Server
DELL
RAID Level 5 disk drive redundancy

Web page Internet & email server

1

replace every 5 years - present age, 2002 model

Accessory Servers

Internet and Novell

6

replace every 5 years

Novell Training Server

Novell Class

1

5 years

Windows XP Workstations

Computer Labs and Classrooms

30

3-5 years

Windows 7 Workstations

Computer Lab and Classrooms

80

3-5 years

Projection Devices

Instructional

11

As needed

SmartBOARD

Instructional

5

As needed

Scanner

Instructional

2

5 years

Printers

Instructional

15

5 years

PC Workstations

Administrative

6

5 years

Digital Cameras

Instructional

2

As needed

Wireless Inventory & Servers

RRCNET Remote access

400

As needed

Kindle 3 ereaders

Kindle In The Classroom instructional

20

As needed


 BUDGET DEVELOPMENT

 

Capital Sources

The Technology Planning Committee will review and collaborate with the District Administration and School Board to reach concensus on annual purchasesof technology hardware and software systems.
 
 

Year

Total Budget Commitment

Detail

Amount

2013

30000

Hardware 
Software 
Staff Development 
Maintenance

24000 
1000 
1000 
4000

2014

30000

Hardware 
Software 
Staff Development 
Maintenance

24000 
1000 
1000 
4000

2015

40000

Hardware 
Software 
Staff Development 
Maintenance

34000 
1000 
1000 
4000

MEASUREMENT AND ACTION PLAN
Measurement

A formally conducted survey was completed in May 1994; May 1997; May 2001; and January of 2004. 2007, and 2009.  This survey was completed by students, all staff, parents and community members.  The tabulated results of this survey  provided baseline data for improvement plans for technology programs in the district. The updated survey will be completed in March 2012.  Surveys, interviews and informal discussions with teachers, students and parents will be conducted at the end of each year to evaluate the effectiveness of the management system.  A formal survey instrument used in 1994,  1997, 2001, 2004, 2007 will be modified and adapted to provide suitable evaluation of district technology issues. The 2012 survey will be conducted online, utilizing the http://www.surveymonkey.com website.
 
 

Action Plan

This Technology Plan intends an on-going commitment to facilitate the use of technology resources available to the students, staff, and community served. The NEEDS, GOALS, AND STRATEGIES section of this plan lay out the expectations and direction of energies and focus for the district.  The expected timelines for implementation of this plan are from school year 2012- 2015.  Publication of the progress and implementation of this plan will be included in the School District Annual Report on Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Performance.
 
 

Evaluation

Technology implementation as specified by the scope of this plan will be evaluated by the Technology Planning Committee.  This evaluation will include measurement of progress on:

Formative evaluations will be conducted throughout the technology plan implementation and will help in developing ongoing updates to the plan. Evaluation strategies include:

Survey

During January and February of 2012 an online survey was conducted of community members, high school teachers, elementary teachers, paraprofessionals, administration,  staff and students. Web site links of these surveys are as follows:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/Home_Landing.aspx?sm=A7wstmQbBcwrC2qPkvCOG2tPmUe0wi5lQMM0NJeNd0g%3d

BITMAP IMAGES OF THE SURVEY RESULTS ARE:

PAGE 1 of survey = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/survey1.BMP

PAGE 2 of survey = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/survey2.BMP

PAGE 3 of survey = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/survey3.BMP

OVERVIEW COMMENTS OF SURVEY: The survey asked the questions:

#1 "Are you a RRC parent, student, staff member, faculty, or community member?"

#2 "At home, what type of computer(s) do you use?"

#3 "Please share info on any Smart Phone devices that you use."

#4 "Do you own some type of Electonic Book device?"

#5 "How much money did you spend on ebaooks in 2011?"

#6 "Are you considering buying some type of ereader in the next year?"

#7 "Would you consider purchasing a specific type of ereader if the School District made a suggestion?"

RESPONSE TO #1: Parents and community members participated greatly in the survey.

RESPONSE TO #2: WINDOWS XP DESKTOPS and WINDOWS 7 LAPTOPS are the most popular.

RESPONSE TO #3: Most popular response was "NONE", followed by "DROID".

RESPONSE TO #4: Most popular response was "NONE", followed by Kindle 3 ereader.

RESPONSE TO #5: Most popular response was "NONE", with only 12% spending over $100 on ebooks in 2011.

RESPONSE TO #6: Most popular response was "No, I do not plan to purchase an ereader in 2012".

RESPONSE TO #7: It is interesting to note that a majority of respondants where favorable to the "School District suggesting a particular brand of ereader".

In a related matter, the District was granted some community member gifts of money to purchase 20 Kindle 3 ereaders for one section of our Grade 12 English class in October of 2011. Data was collected in regard to the goal of increasing reading interest and reading comprehension via the use of Kindle ereaders. The success of the project is documented in the following two BITMAP images:

PAGE 1 of ereader results = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/ereader1.BMP

PAGE 2 of ereader results = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/ereader2.BMP

In addition, we wish to document the very latest inventory of computers, routers, wireless access points, printers and other IP related devices in our facilities:

That Text document may be accessed here = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/inventory.txt

CIPA COMPLIANCE:

Red Rock Central School District #2884 uses Children Internet Protection Act hardware and software provided by the local Service Cooperative to assure compliance with this requirement. The School District presents a public hearing in December of each year to discuss CIPA compliance and the filtering of Internet access in order to prevent students from accessing material that may be pornographic or otherwise harmful to them. Also, the School District will provide assistance to faculty to present Student Internet and Social Media Safety Training, Internet Appropriate Use, and Student Bullying Prevention (including Cyber Bullying).

RRC INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/cipa.BMP

The School District does use E-rate funds to fund telephone service and Internet access in each of it's school buildings.

Footnote

Red Rock Central School has established a commitment to providing the best available resources for its technology program with the limited funds allocated in a very tight budget.  This technology program is a progressive, efficient, and comprehensive program that can rival any commercial or school technology program in Minnesota. The success of the program is evidenced by the excellent competency level of students completing the school program and the unparalleled community development fostered by the RRCNET access project.  Our students, staff, and communities are very well equipped for the 21st century.

The Red Rock Central School Technology Team is pro-active.  Technology development, implementation, and maintenance at Red Rock Central Schoolis  accomplished by doing.

The 2012 Technology Committee.

COVER LETTER EXTRA DOCUMENT SUBMITTED TO MDE ON MARCH 26, 2012: 2013-15 Technology Plan Template Instructions: Use the format below to complete your responses.

1. Technology Needs Assessment: Describe the processes(s) used to determine the technology needs for the LEA for 2013-2015 and briefly summarize the needs that have been determined. Make sure to include any technology needs that will be supported through E-rate discounts, such as telephone, telecommunications access, Internet, and other E-rate eligible services.

The technology planning for the 2013-2015 school years will be dictated by a continuation of the services necessary to operate the School District this past year. These services include basic telephone service to the two buildings that the school utilizes to offer K-12 education opportunities. 25 MEG Internet access is also required in each building for basic student learning and Minnesota MCA testing requirements.

2. Goals and Strategies: List the specific goals and strategies for 2013-2015 that address how your LEA will use technology to deliver education and assist with school administration:

The faculty has expressed interest in expanding our Kindles in the Classroom project to enable more readers to have access to these electronic devices. Also, a goal of the district will be more local fundraising in order to complete deployment of Smart Boards and presentation projectors in grades K-6 and the math teachers in grades 7-12.

3. Professional Development Plan: Describe the professional development strategies you have in place for 2013-2015 to ensure LEA staff are prepared to use the technology infrastructure, software programs, and online resources provided:

On an ongoing basis, the faculty and staff receive training on hardware and software issues ranging from MICROSOFT OFFICE 2012 upgrades, ADOBE CS5 Design Suite Premium, various science instruction software through Cengage Learning, proper responses to antivirus alerts, and continued training to elementary staff on upgrades to programs such as Kid Pix, Word Munchers, Math Munchers, Microtype Multimedia and Type to Learn.

4. Evaluation: Explain the evaluation process for your technology plan for 2013-2015, including timeline, roles and responsibilities, and information gathered to assess how the technology plan goals and strategies are being met.

The district used the free survey monkey website to survey school staff, students and community. Results of the survey are included with the tech plan document.

5. Optional Links: Provide links to district strategic planning documents, survey instruments, policies, or other resources that were used to provide data and help prepare the technology plan. These documents are included in the tech plan as web page links.

BITMAP IMAGES OF THE TECHNOLOGY INTEREST SURVEY RESULTS ARE: PAGE 1 of survey = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/survey1.BMP PAGE 2 of survey = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/survey2.BMP PAGE 3 of survey = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/survey3.BMP

The District was granted community member gifts of money to purchase 20 Kindle 3 ereaders for one section of our Grade 12 English class in October of 2011. Data was collected in regard to the goal of increasing reading interest and reading comprehension via the use of Kindle ereaders. The success of the project is documented in the following two BITMAP images: PAGE 1 of ereader results = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/ereader1.BMP PAGE 2 of ereader results = http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/ereader2.BMP

We wish to document the very latest inventory of computers, routers, wireless access points, printers and other IP related devices in our facilities:

http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/inventory.txt

6. Link to Current Technology Plan: Provide the link on the LEA website where the technology plan will be posted and updated throughout the planning period.

http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan

7. Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) This LEA has an Internet Safety/Acceptable Use Policy in place. YES

If yes, please provide a link to access the policy at the LEA website. http://www.rrcnet.org/~techplan/cipa.BMP

This school district deploys an Internet filter to protect minors from material that is pornographic or otherwise harmful to them. YES