It's unreasonable to ask teachers to teach skills that they themselves have not been taught. In order for maximum use to be made of technology resources, extensive staff development opportunities have been created. The CODE 77 project has given teachers computers and the skills to use them. The district's TnT Academy has provided summer classes to teachers throughout the region. Through rubric measurements and staff surveys, the effectiveness of the technology training has been well documented.
Technology also works in the background to improve the operation of the school system.
Using databases to record and store student progress information will also give the district a means of analyzing its effectiveness in helping student meet benchmarked levels of performance in a wide variety of skill areas. The potential exists for school to develop ways of showing their effectiveness that go beyond just reporting standardized test scores. Technology well implemented and well used does not just happen. It requires a well-articulated vision shared by the school staff and the community. It requires funding prioritization and accountability for expenditures.