Los Fresnos CISD

District Technology Plan

&

E-rate Funding

2011-2012

Los Fresnos CISD

Los Fresnos High School

Agenda

Los Fresnos CISD District Technology Plan, Year 3 -Goals, Objectives, and Strategies

Explanation of E-rate funding to accomplish initiatives

Conclusion

Goals and objectives developed are aligned with the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and the Universal Services (E-Rate) Technology Planning Requirements.

Strategies developed are aligned with the STaRChart Results in the areas of – Teaching and Learning

Educator Preparation and Development

Administration and Support Services

Infrastructure for Technology.

Teaching & Learning focuses on the instructional needs of teachers and the learning needs of students in meeting the vision of technology in education.

Goals that will be addressed include:

To improve the academic achievement and technology literacy of all students

A progressive implementation of the Technology Academy will continue at the High School with emphasis on the technology TEKS

Educator Preparation and Development addresses the staff development needs for all the members of the professional education community.

The primary goal to be addressed in this area:

To provide ongoing, sustained professional development for: teachers, principals, administrators, and school library media personnel to further the effective use of technology in the classroom and the library media center

Administration and Support Services addresses the role of the technology leader to create a shared vision, encourage and sustain the appropriate integration of technology, use modern information technology tools to embrace accountability

Goals to be addressed include: Continue to provide supporting resources to ensure

successful and effective use of technology

To use technology effectively to promote parental involvement and increase communication with parents

Infrastructure for Technology focuses on hardware, software, and human infrastructure (the capabilities or proficiencies of those who use the technical components). The infrastructure of a school is the critical element of support for all four areas of the Long-Range Plan for Technology.

The primary goals in this area are: Improve existing technology infrastructure in order to

facilitate instruction, reduce cost, increase access to technology and comply with the Child Internet Protection Act

To enforce a policy of Internet safety and initiate an anti-cyber bullying campaign

Budget Area Costs Funding Sources

Staff Development $95,500

NCLB 30 % Tech

Allot 40% Local

20%

CTE 10 %

Telecommunications and Internet Access $198,200

E-Rate 87 % Local

13 %

Materials and Supplies $199,700

E-Rate 30% Tech

Allot 20% Local

10% Federal 40%

New Equipment and Replacements $1,124,000

E-Rate 30 % Local

10% CTE 20%

Federal 40%

Miscellaneous Expenses $156,000

Local 30%

E-Rate 10%

Tech Allotment 10%

Federal 50%

Total $1,618,900

Los Fresnos CISD District Technology Plan

Budget Detail – 2011-2012 (Year 3)

E-Rate” is a common term used in place of “the Schools and Libraries Program.” E-Rate provides discounts to schools and libraries for eligible products and services.

Administered by Universal Service Administrative Company

Provides private schools, public school, and/or libraries with discounted telecommunication services

Discount is based upon economic need and geographic location

Eligible services include, but are not limited to internet connection, basic telephone, and infrastructure

Up to 2.25 billion annually made available for qualifying entities

Step 1 Determine Eligibility

Step 2 Develop a Technology Plan

Step 3 Open a Competitive Bidding Process

Step 4 Select a Service Provider

Step 5 Calculate the Discount Level

Step 6 Determine Eligible Services

Step 7 Submit Application for Program Support

Step 8 Undergo Application Review

Step 9 Receive Funding Decision

Step 10 Begin Receipt of Services

Step 11 Invoice USAC as Appropriate

Los Fresnos CISD Technology Plan Year 3 is in progress

Goals for Year 3 aligned to the STaR Chart Results for 2010-2011

E-Rate Funding continues to be a major form of support for district technology initiatives