Technology Action Plan

Technology Action Plan For Pleasanton Independent School District

Goal

Produce interactive lessons and incorporate technology into our classrooms to enhance our performance in Math and Science as indicated by the AEIS report.

Objectives
1. Teachers will use technology tools to plan, communicate, prepare, and analysis lessons. Teachers will incorporate interactive tools into classrooms and submit lesson plans weekly showing evidence.
2. Teacher will incorporate Technology Teks into scopes and framework for math and science content.
3. Teachers will increase student engagement in these content areas by incorporating technology into lessons.
4. Students will master technology proficiency through the application of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.
5. The District will raise Taks scores in Math & Science to 95% passing standard.
6. Technology management systems will be installed to measure student’s mastery.

Needs
(Based off star chart & Campus Surveys)
1. Funding for ongoing Professional Development in Technology for staff.
2. At least two working computers per classroom.
3. Funding to purchase 5 more Smart Boards per grade level – 2010-2011
2011-2012 Finish supplying all campuses with smart boards.
4. Increased instructional Support

Professional Development

1. All staff, parents and students will be training in internet safety and copyright laws.
2. All staff will participate in ongoing smart board training, online learning opportunities, and integration of technology into specific content areas.
3. Staff will evaluate staff development and how effective the training meant to them and their classroom.
4. Staff will be allowed time weekly to discuss, plan and evaluate technology being used in the classroom with fellow teachers.
Assessment
1. Review and analyze data from the Star Chart and AEIS Report to track success and progression towards meeting the goals of the Technology Long Range Plan.
2. Staff will provide detailed lesson plans on how they incorporated technology into content areas.
3. PDAS evaluations and walk throughs will need to demonstrate the use of technology.