An on-line attendance system is instead being tested at Westlawn. Building design at Texas High suggests it will be more cost effective to wait until electronic attendance can be added there in FY 2001. At that time the district feels one data entry position can be eliminated. Currently, principals and campus administrators are receiving new networked PCs. Training of the principals and campus administrators is now in progress.
Training is required in order for a staff member to receive an upgraded network workstation.
Discussions with Texarkana, Arkansas have not resulted in any agreements since they are not currently interested in dealing across state lines. TISD is currently exploring a joint purchasing venture with the City of Texarkana, Texas. Instructional Technology will focus on a team approach for training, mentoring, and integrating technology into instruction. A districtwide staff development plan is being designed which will include training of administrators in technology. A technology task force has been formed with members from the community, higher education, several principals and teachers, a parent, and the public librarian.