Establishes a program to use technology for data gathering and analysis for administrator and teachers for administrative and instructional uses for elementary teachers and parents. Creates a technology infrastructure to provide Internet connectivity to teachers and community members. Provides for implementation of multimedia equipment, library automation and training of staff with a connection to the public library. Expands regional network infrastructure that links 36 districts and the ESC to provide technology training in rural districts and opportunities for advanced placement courses, foreign languages, upper-level math and science courses and additional professional development. Plans include linking to several colleges and universities as well as providing GED preparation and parenting and life skills.
Resources are to be shared among three small, rural districts.
Provides evening open access to library and computers for community members and additional staff development. Teachers produce and share lesson plans and student work. Expands the regional network infrastructure through NetXV to provide additional administrative and support services, training and staff development in technical, instructional, and programmatic aspects of videoconferencing, and expanded community use of the infrastructure. Improves access to teaching and learning opportunities for students, educators, and communities through expansion of the regional network to include interactive videoconferencing and distance learning technologies and provides training and professional development in the integration of technology into the curriculum. Emphasis is on use of Texas Library Connection resources and infusion into the curriculum.