Time Line for Technology Investments and Infrastructure 2015 - 2016 2016 - 2017 2017-2018 Support Current Programs that are web-based by: Increasing the infrastructure by increasing the wireless access points according to identified needs over the next three to five years Increase the availability of student-used devices for RTI screening, interventions, and progress monitoring in the areas of reading and mathematics. Refresh Cycles are evaluated to determine a refresh or replacement process that will not interfere or inhibit technology integration but at the same time support current programming and vision for digital learning establishing priority lists for current technology support. Evaluate new technology: Implementation and effectiveness. Support instructional staff in technology integration and in increasing technology skills of all employees. Support Current Programs that are web-based by: Increasing the infrastructure by increasing the wireless access points according to identified needs over the next three to five years. Increase the availability of student used devices for RTI screening, interventions, and progress monitoring in the areas of reading and mathematics. Refresh Cycles are evaluated to determine a refresh or replacement process that will not interfere or inhibit technology integration but at the same time support current programming and vision for digital learning establishing priority lists for current technology support. Evaluate new technology: Implementation and effectiveness. Support instructional staff in technology integration and in increasing technology skills of all employees. Support Current Programs that are web-based by: Increasing the infrastructure by increasing the wireless access points according to identified needs over the next three to five years Increase the availability of student used devices for RTI screening, interventions, and progress monitoring in the areas of reading and mathematics. Refresh Cycles are evaluated to determine a refresh or replacement process that will not interfere or inhibit technology integration but at the same time support current programming and vision for digital learning establishing priority lists for current technology support. Evaluate new technology: Implementation and effectiveness. Support instructional staff in technology integration and in increasing technology skills of all employees.
Rigorous and Relevant Learning Rigorous and Relevant Learning for ALL Students Technology Professional Development Plan for Integration of Technology into Instruction Audience 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018 Curriculum and Instruction : Directors, Coordinators, Specialists and Facilitators Professional Development for supporting technology integration aligned to the CIR rubrics to increase R/R Includes onsite PD and Coaching. Focused on district identified Tech Tools Incorporate tech resources as a strategy into the RR training (October 2015) Supporting PLCs – Using the CIR rubrics in planning incorporating tech resources as one of a selected few instructional strategies Integration of technology to increase rigor and relevance to build Quad D lessons that are Rigorous and Relevant Instruction ALTs Professional Development for supporting technology integration aligned to the CIR rubrics to increase R/R Includes onsite PD and Coaching. Focused on district identified Tech Tools Incorporate tech resources as a strategy into the RR training (Aug 2015) Supporting PLCs – Using the CIR rubrics in planning incorporating tech resources as one of a selected few instructional strategies Integration of technology to increase rigor and relevance to build Quad D lessons that are Teachers PD for a select group of lead teachers “Technology as one instructional strategy for increasing Rigor and Relevance of ALL student tasks” Includes onsite PD and Coaching. Focused on district identified Tech Tools Incorporate tech resources as a strategy into the RR training (July 2015) Supporting PLCs – Using the CIR rubrics in planning incorporating tech resources as one of a selected few instructional strategies Integration of technology to increase rigor and relevance to build Quad D lessons that are Digital Leadership Campus Leaders Incorporating and supporting technology as a tool for Communication, PR, and Branding Administrators will use technology to share the PD story including CIR work. Includes onsite PD and Coaching. Focused on district identified Tech Tools. Examples include: Twitter Facebook Blogging LinkedIn Pinterest Digital Leadership in Humble Ongoing PD for incorporating and supporting technology as a tool for Student Learning and Positive School Learning Environment Establishing Professional Learning Networks, Opportunities
Technology Integration Humble ISD recognizes the need for rigorous learning opportunities and standards-based curriculum that exceeds state and national standards to improve student achievement and meets the needs of each student. Humble ISD is committed to the development of a curriculum that imparts knowledge, concepts, skills, processes, and attitudes necessary to prepare students for many paths and empower them to be successful in a rapidly changing world. The following strategic plan outlines actions to implement the digital learning vision for Humble ISD. Goal 1: Technology will be integrated into curriculum and instruction. Board Of Trustees Strategic Goal: Prepare students to be college and career ready. Strategies Status Timeline Person Responsible Evidence Restructure department to include: Digital Learning Coordinator and Digital Learning Specialists In Progress December 2015 Assistant Superintendent for C&I Staff hired and Offices moved to Academics Redesign the function of the Digital Instructional Specialists and campus IT roles to ensure successful integration of technology In Progress January 2015-May 2015 Asst. Supt. C&I Director for C&I Job Description Integrate Technology standards into the core curriculum documents through the online curriculum system. In Progress 2015-2016 Digital Learning Coordinator Updated Tech App TEKS included in Forethought curriculum management system Integrate technology through the performance indicators for each core area In Progress 2015-2018 Director for C&I Digital Learning Coordinator Curriculum documents with Performance Indicators and technology hardware/software Identify appropriate technology tools to be used at each grade level Planning March 2015- May 2016 Director for C&I Digital Learning Coordinator List of Technology Tools for each grade Implement the component for curriculum integration and campus leadership programs. Planning 2015-2018 Director for C&I CIR Models Training Schedules Evidence collected by administrators the use of technology Align technology learning resources in the Core Curriculum Documents Framework. In Progress 2015-2016 Director for C&I Digital Learning Coordinator Curriculum Documents Monitor and evaluate usage of electronic instructional resources. In Progress 2015-2018 Digital Learning Coordinator Curriculum Documents Lesson Plans
Goal 1: Technology will be Integrated into Curriculum and Instruction Objective: Provide a quality work environment so every employee can perform at the highest levels. Strategies Status Timeline Person Responsible Evidence Implement the Technology Professional Development Plan. In Progress Summer 2015 – Summer 2016 Director of Professional Development Course Catalog Attendance sheets Implement a Professional Development Program to provide onsite and online learning to enable the transformation to digital learning. In Progress Summer 2015 Director and Coordinator of Professional Development Course Catalog Attendance sheets Provide just in time training to staff for new and upgraded technology resources, both during and outside the instructional day, with training as needed. In Planning Summer 2015 – Summer 2018 Digital Learning Coordinator Course Catalog Attendance sheets Ensure that technology professional learning is driven by and includes components of related instructional content. In Planning Fall of 2015 – Spring of 2018 Director of Professional Development Planning and Evaluation processes used in Professional Development Ensure that efficient and effective differentiated professional development courses are available in Eduphoria: Workshop. In Planning Fall of 2015 – Spring of 2018 Director of Professional Development Course Catalog Attendance sheets Promote and support effective instructional models and resources for using technology to teach core curriculum concepts through professional development, mentoring and modeling, and support resources as available. In Planning Fall of 2015 – Spring 2018 Director of Professional Development, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Digital and Content Area Coordinators Curriculum Documents Workshop Materials Course Catalog Goal 2: Technology investments will be aligned with district goals, forecast able, budgeted and provides for elements critical to support technology. Objective: Board of Trustees strategic goal 2: Create efficiencies at all levels of the organization Strategies Status Timeline Person Responsible Evidence Provide hardware and software across campuses to ensure accessibility for all students and staff. In Progress February 2015 to June 2018 Director of Technology Inventory lists, software lists, usage reports Implement the Technology Plan component that provides devices, In Progress March 2015 Director of Technology Project timelines, inventory lists
content and trainings for all students and teachers. and Chief Academic Officer Continue refresh cycle to provide up-to-date computers, printers and copiers for all buildings and departments. In Progress June 2015 – June 2018 Director of Technology Refresh Cycle Provide hardware and software across campuses to ensure accessibility for all students and staff. In progress June 2018 Director of Technology Acquisition Plan, budget and purchasing reports Provide and maintain high-speed internet access to support the staff and enterprise operations of the district. In Progress June 2015, June 2016, June 2018 and June 2019 Director of Technology Acquisition Plan, Budget and purchasing reports Maintain acquisition processes and standards for hardware, software, network, audio-visual and other technologies. In Progress March 2015 – March 2018 Director of Technology Acquisition Plan, Budget and purchasing reports Facilitate the software review and selection process. In Progress May 2015 Director of Technology Selection Process, meeting materials and sign in sheets Provide refresh cycle guidelines to replace, reposition, or retire technology on a scheduled basis. In Progress May 2015 – June 2018 Director of Technology Refresh Cycle Provide and maintain virus detection software for all district servers and workstations. Implemented August 2015 – June 2018 Director of Technology Acquisition Plan, Budget and purchasing reports Provide and maintain and internal telephone service. Implemented March 2015 – June 2018 Director of Technology Acquisition Plan, Budget and purchasing reports Provide and maintain the LAN, WAN and Data Center Services. Implemented March 2015 – June 2018 Acquisition Plan, Budget and purchasing reports Maintain centralized purchasing of technology resources to maintain standards, ensure accurate inventory, while maximizing resources. In progress March 2016 – June 2018 Director of Technology Acquisition Plan, Budget and purchasing reports Goal 3: Technology infrastructure will be stable, reliable and secure. Board of Trustees strategic goal 2: Provide a quality work environment so every employee can perform at the highest levels Board of Trustees strategic goal 3: Provide quality service to internal and external customers Strategies Status Timeline Person Responsible Evidence