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Technology PlanBoone County SchoolsFlorence, Kentuckywww.boone.kyschools.usCreation Date: December 1, 2014Plan Start Date: July 1, 2015Plan Expiration Date: June 30, 2016
AcknowledgmentsDistrict Technology StaffSchool Technology CoordinatorsBonita Bolin, Software CoordinatorChris Berry, North Pointe Elementary SchoolRandy Deaton, Network TechnicianLenora Broome, RA Jones Middle SchoolMike Hammerle, Network ManagerAmy Coleman, Mann Elementary SchoolMary Ann Rankin, Director of TechnologyJudy Hibner, Florence Elementary SchoolDavid Staton, Network TechnicianBrenda Klaas, Ryle High SchoolMelanie Roberts, Longbranch Elem SchoolSchool Library Media SpecialistsTechnology Integration SpecialistsAmy Lutes, Gray Middle SchoolLisa Stamper, District OfficeLouanna Wyatt, Boone County High SchoolChris Walsh, District OfficeInstructional CoachesSchool AdministratorsJennifer Cox, RA Jones Middle SchoolLinda Black, Yealey Elementary PrincipalKrista Decker, Longbranch Elem SchoolErika Bowles, Longbranch Elem PrincipalOtherJulia Pile, Parent – Stephens Elem Schooli
Table of ContentsEXECUTIVE SUMMARY . 1PLANNING PROCESS AND METHODOLOGY . 2CURRENT TECHNOLOGY AND RESOURCES . 3CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL INTEGRATION GOALS . 4CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL INTEGRATION GOALS – EVALUATION. 7STUDENT TECHNOLOGY LITERACY GOALS . 8STUDENT TECHNOLOGY LITERACY GOALS – EVALUATION . 9STAFF TRAINING/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GOALS . 10STAFF TRAINING/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GOALS – EVALUATION . 12TECHNOLOGY GOALS . 133TECHNOLOGY GOALS – EVALUATION . 19BUDGET SUMMARY. 200i
Executive SummaryThe Boone County Technology Plan focuses on the mission, plan of action, goals, and vision ofthe school district. The Technology Plan embraces 21st Century Skills, National EducationalTechnology Standards and the Common Core Standards. By providing students and staff withaccessible and effective technologies, all stakeholders will have the opportunity to develop jobembedded skills that enhance learning, increase productivity and prepare for the future.District Mission:Representing and in partnership with our stakeholders, the Boone County School Districtrecognizes that all children can learn and dedicates itself to providing a challenging educationalenvironment that allows each student to achieve to his or her highest potential as a learner andcitizen.District Vision:Every graduate ready for college, ready for career, and ready for life.Theory of Action:If Boone County Schools operate as Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused onhigh quality instruction for the 21st century, then teaching, learning, and student performance willimprove for every student, in every classroom, every day.Operational Values: Every student will engage in instruction differentiated based on their needs, skills,interests, and future goals. Every student will explore meaningful, challenging, rigorous, relevant content fromteachers committed to lifelong learning. Every student will use 21st century tools while cultivating 21st century skills, such ascreative and critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration and communication, Every student will grow academically and personally, as demonstrated by multiplemeasures. Every student will learn in safe, accessible, community-conscious environments whichvalue and celebrate diversity and encourage strong parent and community engagement.The Boone County School District is committed to being Future Ready as demonstrated bysigning the Future Ready pledge. The district is committed to work with students, educators,and members of the community to become Future Ready by engaging in a wide range ofactivities such as: Fostering and leading a culture of digital learning within our schools Empowering educators through professional learning opportunities Accelerating progress toward universal access for all students to quality devices Providing access to quality digital content1
Planning Process and MethodologyThe district technology plan is a plan for continuous improvement, monitored progress, and anorganized focus on goals for supporting instruction. The plan was developed and will bemonitored by the District Technology Committee and District Administration and is a livingdocument – evolving along with the technology and curriculum it supports. Effectiveness of theplan will be demonstrated by the knowledge of students graduating from Boone CountySchools, as well as increased use and integration of technology by teachers.2
Current Technology and ResourcesThe Technology Department consists of: 1 Director, 1 Network Manager, 1 SoftwareCoordinator, 4 Network Technicians, 4 PC Technicians and 2 Technology Resource Teachers,1 Secretary and 1 Staff Support. This department supports 4 high schools, 5 middle schools, 14elementary schools, 1 Alternative School, 1 Area Technology Center and multiple district widedepartments. Each school site has a School Technology Coordinator.Boone County has a centralized data center, located at the district office, with a 2 GBconnection to KDE. Within the district, all locations are connected via 1GB fiber. Classroomsare connected to the LAN via 1GB switches. All 23 schools have wireless connectivity – with anaccess point in every classroom.Data collected from the December Technology Readiness Survey indicates: 3367 elementary student workstations 3012 middle/high student workstations 1649 teacher workstations 448 administrator workstationsTechnology Resource Teachers provide numerous hours of training/professional developmentbased upon building/district initiatives. All trainings are connected to standards, provide ideasfor the BYOT classroom and include an emphasis on Common Core and NETS standards. Wecontinue to struggle with getting the appropriate staff at the appropriate trainings.The Software Coordinator provides numerous hours of support and training for Infinite Campus,CIITS, Destiny, Guidance Counselors, Library Media Specialists, and other staff andeducational softwares.The Network Manager and technicians maintain a solid network and workstations that supportlearning and productivity.3
Curriculum and Instructional Integration GoalsGoal 1Instructional staff will provide support and training necessary for teachers to successfully integrate technology into instruction.Action Plan: Projects/ActivitiesStrategy/ActivityInstructional OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceTeachers and students willcollaborate, and publishwith peers, experts orothers employing a varietyof digital environments andmediaStudents and teachers willcommunicate informationand ideas effectively tomultiple audiences using avariety of digitalenvironments and media7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalIncorporate technology intoinstructional strategies andother best practices with afocus on the BYOTclassroomStudents will have greaterexposure to usingtechnology to completevarious tasks.7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalProvide learningopportunities that supportthe district’s pursuit ofblended/virtual learningand a district LMS.Students and teachers willhave more opportunities toincrease studentengagement anddifferentiated learning.7/1/15 - 6/30/16Instructional CoachTechnology ResourceTeachersLocalProvide examples of toolsand implementation ideasthat enhance and supportcollaboration, problemsolving, and future readystudents.Students will have greaterexposure to usingtechnology to completevarious tasks.7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalTeachers will advocate andprovide opportunities forstudent to practice safe,legal and responsible useStudents will demonstratepersonal responsibility for7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersLocal4
of information andtechnologylifelong learning asresponsible digital citizens.Provide TechnologyResource TeachersIncreased technologyintegration in instruction;increased staff proficiency;on demand assistance7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of TechnologyLocal5
Goal 2In alignment with state/district policies, we will address the need for awareness and integration of digital citizenship, Internetsafety, and social media responsibilities and consequences for all students.Action Plan: Strategies/ActivitiesStrategy/ActivityDigital citizenship, Internetsafety and social medialessons taught to allstudents in compliance withfederal law, state anddistrict policies.Instructional OutcomeStudents will receiveage/grade appropriatelesson on digitalcitizenship, Internet safetyand social media.TimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding Source7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Building Principals,Technology ResourceTeachers, InstructionalCoachesLocal7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachers, BuildingPrincipals, InstructionalCoachesLocalStudents will betterunderstand theresponsibility and theconsequences regardingdigital citizenship, Internetsafety, and social media.Instructional resourcesinclude but are not limitedto:CyberSmartCommon Sense MediaWeb Wise KidsUSA-SOSNetSmartzWebonautsiSAFEUse of instructionalresources will supportinstruction of digitalcitizenship, Internet safety,and social media.6
Curriculum and Instructional Integration Goals – EvaluationMonitoring and evaluating the technology plan is continuous. Regular reports on progress will be conveyed to the Chief Academic Officer/DeputySuperintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Learning Support Services.Curriculum and Instructional Integration Goals will be evaluated by items such as, but not limited to: Increased use of technology in the classroom Board approved Technology Curriculum use and demonstration of skills with work samples Data from applications such as Compass Odyssey, KYVL, keyboarding programs, Blackboard, Google Classroom School Technology Coordinator meetings District Technology Committee meetings Technology Department meetings Learning Support Staff meetings Requested trainings and training logs7
Student Technology Literacy GoalsGoal 1Use technology in the classroom to increase student engagement, assist in meeting the instructional needs of learners andproviding a medium for expression and communication.Action Plan: l OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceProvide access to multipletechnologies to refinecritical thinking, fostercreativity, and demonstrateknowledge of the best toolsfor specific tasksStudents will be moreengaged in learning.Teachers will be able touse technology tools toenhance learning, increaseproductivity, and promotecreativity7/1/15 – 6/30/16Director of TechnologyTechnology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalUse the STLP program toprovide opportunitiesthrough the use oftechnologyMotivate and advance theindividual capabilities ofstudents as technologyinstructional leaders7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalContinue to support use ofweb tools that providegrowth in 21st CenturySkillsStudents will be moreengaged in learning7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalEncourage proficientkeyboarding instruction forstudentsStudents will become moreproductive while on thecomputer7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalEncourage teachers toadvocate and provideopportunities for student topractice safe, legal andresponsible use ofinformation and technologyStudents will demonstratepersonal responsibility forlifelong learning7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersLocal8
Student Technology Literacy Goals – EvaluationMonitoring and evaluating the technology plan is continuous. Regular reports on progress will be conveyed to the Chief Academic Officer/DeputySuperintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Learning Support Services.Student Technology Literacy Goals will be evaluated by items such as, but not limited to: Increased use of technology in the classroom Board approved Technology Curriculum use and demonstration of skills with work samples Data from applications such as Compass Odyssey, KYVL, keyboarding programs, Blackboard, Google Classroom School Technology Coordinator meetings District Technology Committee meetings Technology Department meetings Learning Support Staff meetings9
Staff Training/Professional Development GoalsGoal 1Job-embedded, standards-based, and program specific professional development will be provided by the TechnologyResource Teachers in an individual, small group, and/or large group setting.Action Plan: l OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceProvide training, assistanceand support for the districtwide LMS and othersoftware/tools for officestaff, administrators,counselors and teachersIncrease studentengagement and improveproductivity and efficiencyin the various softwares.7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Technology ResourceTeachersLocalTRTs will post, verbalizeand/or model technologylearning targets before,during and after trainingsTeachers will be able touse technology tools toenhance learning, increaseproductivity, and promotecreativity7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersLocalTRTs will use assessmentduring and/or after trainingto document learning,emphasize learning, andevaluate the effectivenessof the trainingTeachers will be able todiscuss how the trainingwill be used in the realworld.TRTs will be able to modifytrainings that do not meetthe learning targets andneeds of the teachers7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersLocalProvide training thatincludes social media,online collaboration, BYOTand future ready skillsFuture Ready students andstaff with greater socialmedia and collaborativetool sets7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersLocal10
Provide Infinite Campusgrade book training andsupport for all teachers.Improve teacherproficiency in electronicgrade management;Update/Improve teacherskills as new features andenhancements are addedto the Infinite CampusGrade book7/1/15 - 6/30/16Software Coordinator,Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalGoal 2Provide professional development opportunities for technology staff to improve their technical proficiency and ability tointegrate technology into the curriculum.Action Plan: l OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceMonthly departmentmeetingsCommon planning acrosshardware and software;sharing of ideas; review ofdepartment procedures7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of TechnologyLocalAttend monthly, regionalmeetingsSharing and acquiring newideas; preparing for stateinitiatives7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Network Manager, NetworkTechnicians, TechnologyResource TeachersLocalSupport attendance attechnology conferences,webinars and videoconferencing opportunitiesAcquire ideas for bestpractices in integration oftechnology to increasestudent achievement,engagement and supportlearning7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Network Manager,Software Coordinator,Technology ResourceTeachersLocal11
Staff Training/Professional Development Goals – EvaluationMonitoring and evaluating the technology plan is continuous. Regular reports on progress will be conveyed to the Chief Academic Officer/DeputySuperintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Learning Support Services.Staff Training/Professional Development Goals will be evaluated by items such as, but not limited to: Training logs and evaluations from before school, after school, planning time, and summer trainingsCoordination of training topics with Instructional Coaches and Directors of Teaching and LearningAlignment of trainings to include Common CoreIncorporation of Marzano strategies in trainingsDistrict Technology Committee meetingsLearning Support Staff meetings12
Technology GoalsGoal 1Students will have adequate and effective access to technology.Action Plan: l OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceIncorporate use of BYOTinto classroom instructionStudents will be moreengaged in learning andhave greaterunderstanding of tools touse for particular tasks7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalWhen available, teacherswill integrate interactiveclassroom tools intoclassroom instructionStudents will be moreengaged in learning7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalWork with SchoolTechnology Coordinatorsand TechnologyCommittees to plan andimplement long term visionfor technology in theirschoolEstablishes a technical andinstructional supportsystem at the school levelto assure the proper usageof technology by bothteachers and students7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalCollaborate with schoolpersonnel, districtpersonnel, and SchoolTechnology Coordinator tosolve instructional andtechnical problems for theschoolEstablishes a technical andinstructional supportsystem at the school levelto assure the proper usageof technology by bothteachers and students7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Network Manager,Technology ResourceTeachersLocalEvaluate and recommendinstructional software,websites, and otherEstablishes a technical andinstructional supportsystem at the school level7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocal13
technological resources asneeded by the schoolsto assure the proper usageof technology by bothteachers and studentsProvide students/ teachers24/7 access to technology including district purchasedsoftware/resourcesStudents will be able to usethe available technologybefore, during and afterschool hours to completelearning activities7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Network Manager,Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalProvide students/parentsonline access to grades,assignments, attendanceand schoolcommunications throughthe Infinite Campus portal.Improve communicationbetween students, parentsand teachers; Improvestudent performancethrough parent involvement7/1/15 - 6/30/16Software CoordinatorKETSLocal14
Goal 2Educators and staff will have adequate and effective access to technology.Action Plan: l OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceWhen available, teacherswill integrate interactiveclassroom tools intoclassroom instructionStudents will be moreengaged in learning7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalIncorporate use of BYOTdevices into classroominstructionStudents will be moreengaged in learning7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalProvide training, assistanceand support on InfiniteCampus for office staff,administrators, counselorsand teachersImprove, productivity andefficiency in the Campusproduct; Maintainconsistent data; Reducedata entry errors;Update/Improve skills whennewfeatures/enhancements areadded to Infinite Campus7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Software Coordinator,Technology ResourceTeachersKETSLocalEncourage communicationamong staff using multipleapplications includingschool and classroomwebsites, social media, anddistrict LMSReal time collaboration andcommunication7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Software Coordinator,Technology ResourceTeachersLocalTechnology Departmentwill meet with each clusterto discuss replacementcycles for classroomhardwareTeachers and students willbe better equipped tointegrate technology intoinstruction7/1/15 – 6/30/16Director of TechnologyKETSLocal15
Goal 3The Technology Department will develop procedures and communicate those procedures to ensure effective operation andmaintenance of the network.Action Plan: l OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceDevelop technologyproceduresBetter communicationwithin and between thetechnology department andschools; consistentprocesses and data7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology DepartmentLocalDevelop a DisasterRecovery PlanProper planning forestablishing connectivityand service to schools anddepartments in the event ofa crisis, emergency ordisaster.7/1/15 - 6/30/16Technology DepartmentLocal16
Goal 4The Technology Department will provide appropriate/timely support, maintain records, and ensure infrastructure supportscurrent and future needs.Action Plan: l OutcomeTimelinePerson(s) ResponsibleFunding SourceMaintain proper networkresources needed forproviding, wifi access forpersonal devicesEffective training forteachers; anywhere,anytime access to theInternet and educationalmaterial7/1/15 - 6/30/16Network Manager,TechniciansLocalUpgrade wirelessinfrastructure at Florence,Mann, Yealey and BCHS.Upgrade wirelessinfrastructure at CHSfunding permitting.Adequate wirelesscoverage to supportinstruction that meetscurrent and futuredemands7/1/15 - 6/30/16Network Manager,TechniciansLocalImplement and supportdistrict wide VOIP phonesystemConsistent communicationand access both internallyand externally7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Network Manager,TechniciansLocalConduct quarterly SchoolTechnology CoordinatormeetingsConsistent informationshared to all schools;collaborative decisionmaking7/1/15 - 6/30/16Director of Technology,Network ManagerLocalInvestigate Windows 8functionality and imagingwith desktops and mobiledevicesProvide access to latestinstructional resources tomeet the learning needs ofstudents, productivityneeds of staff7/1/15 - 6/30/16TechniciansKETSAssist schools with ahardware replacement planProvide access to latestinstructional resources tomeet the learning needs of7/1/15 - 6/30/16Network ManagerKETS17
students, productivityneeds of staffMaintain licensing/inventory/fixed assetrecordsSoftware compliance;provide the ability to reportand find equipment/software as needed7/1/15 - 6/30/16Network ManagerLocal18
Technology Goals – EvaluationMonitoring and evaluating the technology plan is continuous. Regular reports on progress will be conveyed to the Chief Operating Officer/DeputySuperintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Learning Support Services.Technology Goals will be evaluated by items such as, but not limited to: InventoryAudits of building infrastructureSCCM training and implementation progressData gathered from vendors and in-house pilot testing19
Budget SummaryNote: duplicate this page for each year as needed (if a multiyear plan)Acquired Technologies andProfessional DevelopmentEd TechCompetitiveTitle IIDEd TechFormula TitleIIDE-RateNCLB/other thanTitle IIDKETSBest practices, integration ofnew technologies and learningopportunities 23,000LocalInfinite Campus 121,000Hardware and softwarelicensing/updates 290,463Replacement ofworkstations/mobiledevices/printers for students,teachers, administratorsTelecoOther (Specify) 80,000Local 252,488 194,400Local 182,400Webhosting 18,360LocalInfrastructure Support 220,500LocalTOTAL 182,400 663,951 536,260Estimated amounts based upon historical Local and KETS funding.20
Budget Summary – NarrativeRecurring fees for district wide computer software such as Compass Odyssey are paid from KETS funds.We also use KETS funds for Campus Agreement and Infinite Campus renewals.KETS money is the primary source of funding for workstations/mobile devices/printers for students,teachers and administrators. We work with each school to develop a replacement cycle for workstationsso they can better budget and plan for their expenses and needs.Reimbursements from E-Rate typically go toward upgrades to infrastructure.21
elementary schools, 1 Alternative School, 1 Area Technology Center and multiple district wide departments. Each school site has a School Technology Coordinator. Boone County has a centralized data center, located at the district office, with a 2 GB connection to KDE. Within the district, all locations are connected via 1GB fiber. Classrooms
