A large proportion of their budget under The Road Ahead went into multimedia hardware, software, and peripherals. The school has acquired additional computer hardware through support from US West, Lockheed, the PTO, and contributions from local businesses. The art museum has been one focus of study and presentations. Access to technology has been increased through the after-school program and by the use of multimedia carts that teachers check out to use in classrooms. In addition to The Road Ahead team members, a core group of teachers is training on the new equipment and developing a base level of expertise for the school.
Goals Use multimedia to enhance communications within and beyond the school.
Increase access to technology. The main results of the Sedalia program were large increases in the use of presentation technology in the school and in staff and student technology skills. A month-long technology course that team members conducted at a nearby high school also included members from the community. Teachers maintain personal technology plans to chart their progress and goals. The Road Ahead has also increased parent involvement in field trips and training activities.