LRPT Alignment Report for LA VERNIA ISD

Strategies from your technology plan matched 47 of the 49 LEA-related LRPT correlates.

Below is a list of Long Range Plan for Technology (LRPT) statements. Strategies from your Technology Plan are listed beneath those LRPT statements with which they aligned.

Educator Preparation and Development
Correlate ID	LRPT Statement
EP01	Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation and enrichment TEKS through multiple delivery methods. 2.1.1: Continue offering professional development for teachers and instructional staff that focuses on technology integration and implementation, including Curriculum Using Technology training which produces a web-based project ready for the teacher to implement after training. Training will be offered through distance learning where feasible to minimize travel. 2.1.3: Continue offering on-demand training through the Technology Department and ESC Region 20 to teachers and instructional staff as needed to concentrate on areas of need in technology integration - this includes on-site followup sessions for training provided by Region 20 trainers. 2.2.3: Offer video professional development and best practices video content designed to increase SBEC proficiency utilizing the Districtwide IPTV streaming content system. 2.3.2: External technology courses will be provided as appropriate for all teachers through ESC Region 20 and content providers such as Connected University. 2.3.3: Teacher technology academies will provide teachers with the necessary instruction to learn the skills required to meet the SBEC guidelines; the instructors will model best practices, and the sessions will be captured digitally and made available via the IPTV streaming content system for future reference. Each participant will produce a technology-infused lesson for use in their content area.
EP02	Provide professional development for Technology Applications courses as identified in Technology Applications Educator Standards VI - XI. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 1.2.1: Technology integration and implementation lessons focused on meeting SBEC technology proficiencies and integrating technology throughout the curriculum will be provided on an ongoing basis, individualized to meet the needs of each teacher based on the results of locally-developed and administered SBEC Technology Proficiency benchmark exams.
EP03	Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven decision-making. 1.2.2: Teacher technology implementation levels will be assessed using the LoTi (Level of Technology Implementation) online assessment scale giving a picture of technology integration within each classroom. All teachers must take the LoTi assessment at least once yearly. 2.1.1: Continue offering professional development for teachers and instructional staff that focuses on technology integration and implementation, including Curriculum Using Technology training which produces a web-based project ready for the teacher to implement after training. Training will be offered through distance learning where feasible to minimize travel. 2.1.3: Continue offering on-demand training through the Technology Department and ESC Region 20 to teachers and instructional staff as needed to concentrate on areas of need in technology integration - this includes on-site followup sessions for training provided by Region 20 trainers. 2.3.2: External technology courses will be provided as appropriate for all teachers through ESC Region 20 and content providers such as Connected University. 2.3.3: Teacher technology academies will provide teachers with the necessary instruction to learn the skills required to meet the SBEC guidelines; the instructors will model best practices, and the sessions will be captured digitally and made available via the IPTV streaming content system for future reference. Each participant will produce a technology-infused lesson for use in their content area.
EP04	Develop strategies for all educators, including campus administrators and librarians, to master the Technology Applications Educator Standards I - V as access to technology and professional development becomes available. 1.1.1: Implement Generation Y Program in grades 3-12 to enhance student technology skills and teach students how to communicate and work with teachers to create a library of web-based technology-infused lessons in all subject areas. 2.1.1: Continue offering professional development for teachers and instructional staff that focuses on technology integration and implementation, including Curriculum Using Technology training which produces a web-based project ready for the teacher to implement after training. Training will be offered through distance learning where feasible to minimize travel. 2.3.3: Teacher technology academies will provide teachers with the necessary instruction to learn the skills required to meet the SBEC guidelines; the instructors will model best practices, and the sessions will be captured digitally and made available via the IPTV streaming content system for future reference. Each participant will produce a technology-infused lesson for use in their content area.
EP05	Document progress of teachers towards mastery of Technology Applications Educator Standards I - V using the Texas STaR Chart. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 1.2.1: Technology integration and implementation lessons focused on meeting SBEC technology proficiencies and integrating technology throughout the curriculum will be provided on an ongoing basis, individualized to meet the needs of each teacher based on the results of locally-developed and administered SBEC Technology Proficiency benchmark exams. 1.2.2: Teacher technology implementation levels will be assessed using the LoTi (Level of Technology Implementation) online assessment scale giving a picture of technology integration within each classroom. All teachers must take the LoTi assessment at least once yearly. 1.2.4: Every teacher's classroom technology integration and implementation skills will be assessed during PDAS and other classroom observations and teacher appraisals. 1.2.5: All campus administrators and others involved in the teacher and curriculum appraisal process are required to attend research-based Curriculum Using Technology training sessions designed to ensure campus and District administrators understand how to recognize, evaluate and promote proper technology integration in the classroom. CUT training is four days in duration, and is performed by ESC Region 20 certified trainers. 2.2.1: Test teachers using locally-developed SBEC teacher technology competency benchmark exams and supporting customized professional development units to insure all teachers meet minimum SBEC technology proficiency standards. 2.2.2: Provide incentives for teachers meeting SBEC proficiencies, including wireless laptop computers and digital cameras and camcorders.
EP06	Encourage participation in statewide, technology professional development opportunities. 2.1.1: Continue offering professional development for teachers and instructional staff that focuses on technology integration and implementation, including Curriculum Using Technology training which produces a web-based project ready for the teacher to implement after training. Training will be offered through distance learning where feasible to minimize travel. 2.3.1: Distance learning opportunities are encouraged whenever possible including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips), connections between campuses and grant consortium members, and with educational content providers including the ESC Region 20. 2.3.2: External technology courses will be provided as appropriate for all teachers through ESC Region 20 and content providers such as Connected University. 2.3.3: Teacher technology academies will provide teachers with the necessary instruction to learn the skills required to meet the SBEC guidelines; the instructors will model best practices, and the sessions will be captured digitally and made available via the IPTV streaming content system for future reference. Each participant will produce a technology-infused lesson for use in their content area. 3.1.5: All teachers and staff will receive training in the use of GradeSpeed and RSCCC 2000 as appropriate.
EP07	Encourage educator participation in the Master Technology Teacher program. 2.1.1: Continue offering professional development for teachers and instructional staff that focuses on technology integration and implementation, including Curriculum Using Technology training which produces a web-based project ready for the teacher to implement after training. Training will be offered through distance learning where feasible to minimize travel. 2.3.2: External technology courses will be provided as appropriate for all teachers through ESC Region 20 and content providers such as Connected University.
EP08	Utilize innovative strategies for the 24/7 delivery of ongoing professional development through the use of technology, including online and other distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and persona learning needs of all educators. 1.2.1: Technology integration and implementation lessons focused on meeting SBEC technology proficiencies and integrating technology throughout the curriculum will be provided on an ongoing basis, individualized to meet the needs of each teacher based on the results of locally-developed and administered SBEC Technology Proficiency benchmark exams. 2.1.2: Technology integration and implementation lessons focused on meeting SBEC technology proficiencies and integrating technology throughout the curriculum will be provided on an ongoing basis to all teachers, individualized to meet the needs of each teacher based on the results of locally-developed and administered SBEC Technology Proficiency benchmark exams. 2.2.1: Test teachers using locally-developed SBEC teacher technology competency benchmark exams and supporting customized professional development units to insure all teachers meet minimum SBEC technology proficiency standards. 2.2.2: Provide incentives for teachers meeting SBEC proficiencies, including wireless laptop computers and digital cameras and camcorders. 2.2.3: Offer video professional development and best practices video content designed to increase SBEC proficiency utilizing the Districtwide IPTV streaming content system. 2.3.1: Distance learning opportunities are encouraged whenever possible including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips), connections between campuses and grant consortium members, and with educational content providers including the ESC Region 20. 2.3.2: External technology courses will be provided as appropriate for all teachers through ESC Region 20 and content providers such as Connected University. 2.3.3: Teacher technology academies will provide teachers with the necessary instruction to learn the skills required to meet the SBEC guidelines; the instructors will model best practices, and the sessions will be captured digitally and made available via the IPTV streaming content system for future reference. Each participant will produce a technology-infused lesson for use in their content area. 3.3.3: Teacher and staff evaluations will be maintained electronically. 4.4.2: When feasible, special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used to lower student-to-computer ratios in innovative and cost-effective ways. 4.5.5: Partnerships and memberships with innovative distance learning and streaming content providers (including the Educational Service Center, Region 20) will be maintained in order to access the broadest range of instructional and professional development content, including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips).
EP09	Provide instructional coaches and mentors to support classroom efforts in using technology to improve learning in core curriculum areas. 1.2.5: All campus administrators and others involved in the teacher and curriculum appraisal process are required to attend research-based Curriculum Using Technology training sessions designed to ensure campus and District administrators understand how to recognize, evaluate and promote proper technology integration in the classroom. CUT training is four days in duration, and is performed by ESC Region 20 certified trainers. 2.1.4: Offer peer mentoring in conjunction with our collaborative TARGET grant partners and ESC Region 20.
Infrastructure for Technology
Correlate ID	LRPT Statement
I01	Design, install and maintain a technology and telecommunications infrastructure for communications and services that ensures equitable access. 4.1.1: The La Vernia ISD privately-owned fiber WAN links (currently Gigabit Ethernet) and copper LAN links (currently switched 100Mbps) and all related switching equipment will be maintained and upgraded/expanded as necessary. 4.1.2: Existing Ethernet wireless access points will be maintained and upgraded/expanded as necessary, and new wireless access points will be added as needed to support campus-wide wireless access on every campus and in the administrative offices. 4.1.3: The District will maintain sufficient network server and storage resources to meet the needs of all instructional and administrative endeavors, and will upgrade and/or replace this equipment as needed to meet future growth and technological development. 4.1.4: The Intranet will be accessible from all computers District-wide, and roaming profiles will enable access of key files and software by any user from any computer. 4.1.5: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance network infrastructure. 4.2.1: The Internet will continue to be accessible on every computer and in every classroom and office District-wide. 4.2.2: Routers, web servers and e-mail servers will be maintained and upgraded/replaced as necessary to insure La Vernia ISD maintains its web presence and that the Internet and e-mail is available from every computer District-wide. 4.2.3: Links to ISPs (Internet Service Providers) including T1 and other data circuits and the associated Internet access will be secured and maintained as appropriate to insure Internet connectivity and a web presence for La Vernia ISD. 4.2.5: District and campus web sites will be maintained, and will be optimized to support the needs of students, teachers and staff. 4.2.6: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance Internet services. 4.3.1: The POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) land-line telephone system and all required analog and/or multiplexed voice and fax lines will continue to be maintained and upgraded/replaced as necessary to ensure accessibility on all campuses and in all offices as needed to support the mission of the District. 4.3.2: Long-distance service in support of all District land-line phones will be maintained and adjusted as required to ensure cost-effective, reliable access. 4.3.3: Cellular telephone services, including access and telephones, will be maintained and adjusted as required in support of the educational purposes of the District in a cost-effective reliable fashion. 4.6.1: District data, storage systems and servers will be protected from unauthorized access and data corruption through the use of hardware firewalls, intrusion detection, anti-spam and anti-virus software. 4.6.2: Physical protection and security of all data equipment will continue to be maintained using climate-controlled locking wiring closets and locking enclosed racks. Access to wiring and server closets is tightly controlled by the Technology Department. All equipment including servers, switches, routers, phone switches and administrative workstations is protected by battery back-up UPS systems. All computing and printing equipment not protected by UPS systems is connected to individual or room-level surge suppression systems. 4.6.3: Data transmitted via wireless technologies and/or via the Internet will be protected though the use of encryption technologies and SSL certificates. 4.6.4: All District data will continue to be protected from corruption and loss through the use of automated archival tape backup servers. Backups of all critical data are refreshed nightly, and full backups including server boot images are regularly removed and archived offsite as part of La Vernia ISD’s Disaster Recovery Plan. 4.6.5: Students and all users will be protected from harmful Internet content through the use of CIPA-compliant advanced content filtering by WebSense. The filtering parameters are assigned by user ID and are age-and-grade appropriate. User-ID-based filtering parameters insure that any student authenticating to the network on any computer, even in an office, will be protected from harmful content. 4.6.6: Acceptable and appropriate use of all District technology is maintained through extensive signed AUPs (Acceptable Usage Policies) including Student AUPs, Employee AUPs, Library Patron/Community Member AUPs, Acceptable Posting Policies, Cellular and Wireless Phone AUPs, DL/Video Release Forms and more. These policies are available in the Appendix.
I02	Develop innovative funding and collaboration strategies with both public and private sectors to ensure all students have equitable and anytime, anywhere access to broadband communications. 4.1.1: The La Vernia ISD privately-owned fiber WAN links (currently Gigabit Ethernet) and copper LAN links (currently switched 100Mbps) and all related switching equipment will be maintained and upgraded/expanded as necessary. 4.2.6: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance Internet services. 4.3.4: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance telecommunications services. 4.4.2: When feasible, special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used to lower student-to-computer ratios in innovative and cost-effective ways. 4.5.5: Partnerships and memberships with innovative distance learning and streaming content providers (including the Educational Service Center, Region 20) will be maintained in order to access the broadest range of instructional and professional development content, including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips).
I03	Build community support for anytime, anywhere Internet access through collaborative planning, education, public information and other means. 3.2.3: The La Vernia ISD Long-Range Technology Plan and all associated policies and information will be updated regularly by the Technology Committee and posted on the Technology section of the District web page. 4.1.5: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance network infrastructure. 4.2.5: District and campus web sites will be maintained, and will be optimized to support the needs of students, teachers and staff. 4.2.6: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance Internet services. 4.3.4: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance telecommunications services. 4.4.1: La Vernia ISD will maintain a student-to-computer ratio of at least 1:3 overall, and a teacher/professional-to-computer ratio of 1:1. In computer labs and technology labs, and mobile cart-based laptop labs, student-to-computer ratios will be maintained at 1:1.
I04	Strive to achieve and maintain a personal computing device ratio of 1:1 for both students and professional educators. 1.3.3: Setup "mini labs" in classrooms using older, repurposed computers and donated computers operating as thin client terminals running Windows Terminal Services and/or Citrix. These mini-labs are optimized for web-based programs and networkable programs. 4.4.1: La Vernia ISD will maintain a student-to-computer ratio of at least 1:3 overall, and a teacher/professional-to-computer ratio of 1:1. In computer labs and technology labs, and mobile cart-based laptop labs, student-to-computer ratios will be maintained at 1:1. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning.
I05	Provide on-demand access to appropriately configured technology for all students and staff, including those with disabilities, in libraries, school offices, and other work areas. 1.3.1: Provide adaptive hardware including Alphasmarts, touch screens, trackballs, adaptive keyboards, etc., and software including Success Maker, CEI Essential Learning Systems, EdMark, NovaNet and others. 4.4.1: La Vernia ISD will maintain a student-to-computer ratio of at least 1:3 overall, and a teacher/professional-to-computer ratio of 1:1. In computer labs and technology labs, and mobile cart-based laptop labs, student-to-computer ratios will be maintained at 1:1. 4.4.2: When feasible, special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used to lower student-to-computer ratios in innovative and cost-effective ways.
I06	Strive to participate in the high-speed, high-capacity statewide telecommunications network. 4.1.1: The La Vernia ISD privately-owned fiber WAN links (currently Gigabit Ethernet) and copper LAN links (currently switched 100Mbps) and all related switching equipment will be maintained and upgraded/expanded as necessary. 4.1.2: Existing Ethernet wireless access points will be maintained and upgraded/expanded as necessary, and new wireless access points will be added as needed to support campus-wide wireless access on every campus and in the administrative offices. 4.2.1: The Internet will continue to be accessible on every computer and in every classroom and office District-wide. 4.2.2: Routers, web servers and e-mail servers will be maintained and upgraded/replaced as necessary to insure La Vernia ISD maintains its web presence and that the Internet and e-mail is available from every computer District-wide. 4.2.3: Links to ISPs (Internet Service Providers) including T1 and other data circuits and the associated Internet access will be secured and maintained as appropriate to insure Internet connectivity and a web presence for La Vernia ISD. 4.2.4: The District will maintain interactive web-based services, including streaming content, with both internal and external components. 4.2.5: District and campus web sites will be maintained, and will be optimized to support the needs of students, teachers and staff. 4.4.1: La Vernia ISD will maintain a student-to-computer ratio of at least 1:3 overall, and a teacher/professional-to-computer ratio of 1:1. In computer labs and technology labs, and mobile cart-based laptop labs, student-to-computer ratios will be maintained at 1:1. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning. 4.6.6: Acceptable and appropriate use of all District technology is maintained through extensive signed AUPs (Acceptable Usage Policies) including Student AUPs, Employee AUPs, Library Patron/Community Member AUPs, Acceptable Posting Policies, Cellular and Wireless Phone AUPs, DL/Video Release Forms and more. These policies are available in the Appendix.
I07	Maintain an obsolescence policy to ensure maximum efficiency and use of technology and infrastructure by all students and staff. 4.1.1: The La Vernia ISD privately-owned fiber WAN links (currently Gigabit Ethernet) and copper LAN links (currently switched 100Mbps) and all related switching equipment will be maintained and upgraded/expanded as necessary. 4.1.2: Existing Ethernet wireless access points will be maintained and upgraded/expanded as necessary, and new wireless access points will be added as needed to support campus-wide wireless access on every campus and in the administrative offices. 4.1.3: The District will maintain sufficient network server and storage resources to meet the needs of all instructional and administrative endeavors, and will upgrade and/or replace this equipment as needed to meet future growth and technological development. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers. 4.5.2: The existing District-wide IPTV streaming web-based video-on-demand system will be maintained and upgraded/expanded through the addition of new content engines and new content to facilitate and promote just-in-time learning and the inclusion of innovative learning resources. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning. 4.5.4: Shared use and increased quantities of SmartBoard devices, digital video projectors, scanners, digital cameras and digital camcorders will continue to be available in every school to allow teachers and students to present and collaborate in innovative and non-traditional methods.
I08	Provide and maintain an infrastructure for communications with parents and community members, including year-round access to school news, educational resources, data and personnel. 3.3.3: Teacher and staff evaluations will be maintained electronically. 4.2.2: Routers, web servers and e-mail servers will be maintained and upgraded/replaced as necessary to insure La Vernia ISD maintains its web presence and that the Internet and e-mail is available from every computer District-wide. 4.2.3: Links to ISPs (Internet Service Providers) including T1 and other data circuits and the associated Internet access will be secured and maintained as appropriate to insure Internet connectivity and a web presence for La Vernia ISD. 4.2.4: The District will maintain interactive web-based services, including streaming content, with both internal and external components. 4.2.5: District and campus web sites will be maintained, and will be optimized to support the needs of students, teachers and staff. 4.2.6: The District will continue to work to secure outside funding and discount sources including E-Rate to maintain and enhance Internet services. 4.3.1: The POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) land-line telephone system and all required analog and/or multiplexed voice and fax lines will continue to be maintained and upgraded/replaced as necessary to ensure accessibility on all campuses and in all offices as needed to support the mission of the District. 4.3.2: Long-distance service in support of all District land-line phones will be maintained and adjusted as required to ensure cost-effective, reliable access. 4.3.3: Cellular telephone services, including access and telephones, will be maintained and adjusted as required in support of the educational purposes of the District in a cost-effective reliable fashion.
I09	Provide access to digital instructional tools that meet interoperability and data accessibility standards for instruction. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers. 4.5.4: Shared use and increased quantities of SmartBoard devices, digital video projectors, scanners, digital cameras and digital camcorders will continue to be available in every school to allow teachers and students to present and collaborate in innovative and non-traditional methods.
Leadership, Administration and Support
Correlate ID	LRPT Statement
LAS01	Incorporate ongoing technology planning in classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans. 1.2.3: Technology integration will be a part of all campus improvement plans created by each school’s Campus Site-Based Committee. 3.3.4: The La Vernia ISD Long-Range Technology Plan and all associated policies and information will be updated regularly by the Technology Committee and posted on the Technology section of the District web page. The plan will be written and submitted for approval or update/renewal before filing the E-Rate Form 470.
LAS02	Promote a comprehensive planning process to ensure technology plans include clear goals, realistic strategies, and critical components such as compliance with state and federal regulations, needs assessment, budget and evaluation. Identify budget and secure funding to support technology identified in classroom, library, campus, and district planning efforts. 1.2.3: Technology integration will be a part of all campus improvement plans created by each school’s Campus Site-Based Committee. 3.3.4: The La Vernia ISD Long-Range Technology Plan and all associated policies and information will be updated regularly by the Technology Committee and posted on the Technology section of the District web page. The plan will be written and submitted for approval or update/renewal before filing the E-Rate Form 470.
LAS03	Include professional development on the integration of technology in all classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans and measure their effectiveness using the Texas STaR Chart. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 1.2.4: Every teacher's classroom technology integration and implementation skills will be assessed during PDAS and other classroom observations and teacher appraisals. 1.2.5: All campus administrators and others involved in the teacher and curriculum appraisal process are required to attend research-based Curriculum Using Technology training sessions designed to ensure campus and District administrators understand how to recognize, evaluate and promote proper technology integration in the classroom. CUT training is four days in duration, and is performed by ESC Region 20 certified trainers. 4.4.2: When feasible, special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used to lower student-to-computer ratios in innovative and cost-effective ways.
LAS04	Ensure a viable technology plan is written and approved prior to applying for the federal E-Rate discount program. 3.3.4: The La Vernia ISD Long-Range Technology Plan and all associated policies and information will be updated regularly by the Technology Committee and posted on the Technology section of the District web page. The plan will be written and submitted for approval or update/renewal before filing the E-Rate Form 470.
LAS05	Utilize the district technology plan to ensure technology resources promote student achievement in accordance with No Child Left Behind. 1.1.4: Use administrative software to analyze student success, strengths and weaknesses. 1.2.4: Every teacher's classroom technology integration and implementation skills will be assessed during PDAS and other classroom observations and teacher appraisals. 1.2.5: All campus administrators and others involved in the teacher and curriculum appraisal process are required to attend research-based Curriculum Using Technology training sessions designed to ensure campus and District administrators understand how to recognize, evaluate and promote proper technology integration in the classroom. CUT training is four days in duration, and is performed by ESC Region 20 certified trainers. 3.1.1: All schools will participate in an online system for curriculum management and accountability which will include regularly maintained and updated curriculum for all grade levels and subject areas. 3.1.2: All campuses will analyze AEIS data to adjust campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement.
LAS06	Allocate at least 30 percent of technology allotment budget for professional development.
LAS07	Include community input into the planning and support for the integration of technology into teaching and learning. 1.4.1: Campus and District facilities including distance learning live video teleconferencing systems, library computers, multimedia computer labs and streaming content servers will be made accessible to parents and community members through after-hours use of the High School Library and Distance Learning Center, on evenings and during special midday adult literacy/ESL classes to benefit the parents and the community as staff time and facility/equipment availability allows. 1.4.2: Summer “Adult Computer Camps” will be offered to parents and the community to improve technology literacy as staff time and facility/equipment availability allows. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters.
LAS08	Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decision-making focused on student success. 1.2.5: All campus administrators and others involved in the teacher and curriculum appraisal process are required to attend research-based Curriculum Using Technology training sessions designed to ensure campus and District administrators understand how to recognize, evaluate and promote proper technology integration in the classroom. CUT training is four days in duration, and is performed by ESC Region 20 certified trainers.
LAS09	Initiate and implement policies to expand parental and community access to school facilities, library resources, and non-secured data through technology. 1.4.1: Campus and District facilities including distance learning live video teleconferencing systems, library computers, multimedia computer labs and streaming content servers will be made accessible to parents and community members through after-hours use of the High School Library and Distance Learning Center, on evenings and during special midday adult literacy/ESL classes to benefit the parents and the community as staff time and facility/equipment availability allows. 1.4.2: Summer “Adult Computer Camps” will be offered to parents and the community to improve technology literacy as staff time and facility/equipment availability allows. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters.
LAS10	Provide instructional assistance for the effective integration of technology into teaching and learning in all school and district operations. 1.2.5: All campus administrators and others involved in the teacher and curriculum appraisal process are required to attend research-based Curriculum Using Technology training sessions designed to ensure campus and District administrators understand how to recognize, evaluate and promote proper technology integration in the classroom. CUT training is four days in duration, and is performed by ESC Region 20 certified trainers.
LAS11	Provide parents secure electronic access to student information. 3.1.3: All campuses will continue to utilize an online grade book to maintain student grades and generate reports for student, parent and campus administration use. 3.1.4: All campuses and administrative offices will continue to use online student record and administrative software. 3.1.5: All teachers and staff will receive training in the use of GradeSpeed and RSCCC 2000 as appropriate.
LAS12	Incorporate mastery of SBEC Technology Applications Educator Standards into local educator appraisal systems. 1.2.1: Technology integration and implementation lessons focused on meeting SBEC technology proficiencies and integrating technology throughout the curriculum will be provided on an ongoing basis, individualized to meet the needs of each teacher based on the results of locally-developed and administered SBEC Technology Proficiency benchmark exams. 1.2.2: Teacher technology implementation levels will be assessed using the LoTi (Level of Technology Implementation) online assessment scale giving a picture of technology integration within each classroom. All teachers must take the LoTi assessment at least once yearly. 1.2.3: Technology integration will be a part of all campus improvement plans created by each school’s Campus Site-Based Committee. 1.2.4: Every teacher's classroom technology integration and implementation skills will be assessed during PDAS and other classroom observations and teacher appraisals. 1.2.5: All campus administrators and others involved in the teacher and curriculum appraisal process are required to attend research-based Curriculum Using Technology training sessions designed to ensure campus and District administrators understand how to recognize, evaluate and promote proper technology integration in the classroom. CUT training is four days in duration, and is performed by ESC Region 20 certified trainers.
LAS13	Participate in collaboration with representatives from PreK-12, higher education, parents, businesses and community to share resources and services. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters. 3.2.2: District and campus web pages will be maintained and updated with information relevant to parents and community members including job announcements, meeting dates/locations and educational opportunities. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers.
LAS14	Create business continuity plans that ensure critical technology applications can be recovered in a timely manner including electronic student records, instructional materials, financial and personnel records, and communication systems such as email and web pages. 3.3.3: Teacher and staff evaluations will be maintained electronically. 4.6.1: District data, storage systems and servers will be protected from unauthorized access and data corruption through the use of hardware firewalls, intrusion detection, anti-spam and anti-virus software. 4.6.2: Physical protection and security of all data equipment will continue to be maintained using climate-controlled locking wiring closets and locking enclosed racks. Access to wiring and server closets is tightly controlled by the Technology Department. All equipment including servers, switches, routers, phone switches and administrative workstations is protected by battery back-up UPS systems. All computing and printing equipment not protected by UPS systems is connected to individual or room-level surge suppression systems. 4.6.5: Students and all users will be protected from harmful Internet content through the use of CIPA-compliant advanced content filtering by WebSense. The filtering parameters are assigned by user ID and are age-and-grade appropriate. User-ID-based filtering parameters insure that any student authenticating to the network on any computer, even in an office, will be protected from harmful content.
LAS15	Budget for, offer, and support expanded curricular and instructional opportunities to students via online and other distance learning. 2.3.1: Distance learning opportunities are encouraged whenever possible including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips), connections between campuses and grant consortium members, and with educational content providers including the ESC Region 20. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers. 4.5.2: The existing District-wide IPTV streaming web-based video-on-demand system will be maintained and upgraded/expanded through the addition of new content engines and new content to facilitate and promote just-in-time learning and the inclusion of innovative learning resources. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning.
Teaching and Learning
Correlate ID	LRPT Statement
TL01	Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level and provide specialized courses in Technology Applications. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 1.2.3: Technology integration will be a part of all campus improvement plans created by each school’s Campus Site-Based Committee. 3.3.2: Electronic means will be used to track technology inventories and work orders.
TL02	Offer and provide the Technology Applications high school courses to meet the curriculum and graduation requirements specified in 19 TAC Chapter 74. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 1.2.3: Technology integration will be a part of all campus improvement plans created by each school’s Campus Site-Based Committee.
TL03	Use the Technology Applications adopted instructional materials at all grade levels.
TL04	Use digital diagnostic tools for formative evaluation to monitor progress toward the mastery of instructional objectives. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments.
TL05	Implement research-based strategies to improve the academic achievement, including technology literacy, of all students. 1.1.1: Implement Generation Y Program in grades 3-12 to enhance student technology skills and teach students how to communicate and work with teachers to create a library of web-based technology-infused lessons in all subject areas. 1.1.3: Provide innovative on-demand curriculum and instructional resources including web-based IPTV streaming video content and distance learning live video teleconferencing. 1.1.4: Use administrative software to analyze student success, strengths and weaknesses. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments.
TL06	Develop strategies to monitor and document progress of integration of technology into curricula and instruction and to monitor and report student mastery of the Technology Applications TEKS to TEA. 1.1.4: Use administrative software to analyze student success, strengths and weaknesses. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 3.1.1: All schools will participate in an online system for curriculum management and accountability which will include regularly maintained and updated curriculum for all grade levels and subject areas. 3.1.2: All campuses will analyze AEIS data to adjust campus goals and make decisions regarding the improvement of student achievement. 3.1.5: All teachers and staff will receive training in the use of GradeSpeed and RSCCC 2000 as appropriate.
TL07	Integrate student performance data from district/state assessment instruments with electronic curriculum resources to inform and differentiate instruction for every child. 1.1.1: Implement Generation Y Program in grades 3-12 to enhance student technology skills and teach students how to communicate and work with teachers to create a library of web-based technology-infused lessons in all subject areas. 1.1.2: Encourage students to research, create and present assignments and projects in multimedia online format utilizing innovative technologies including SmartBoard devices, digital media, web-based content, distance learning and streaming video. 1.1.4: Use administrative software to analyze student success, strengths and weaknesses. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters.
TL08	Support the use of emerging technologies aligned with state standards for developing greater levels of collaboration, inquiry, analysis, creativity and content production. 1.1.1: Implement Generation Y Program in grades 3-12 to enhance student technology skills and teach students how to communicate and work with teachers to create a library of web-based technology-infused lessons in all subject areas. 1.1.3: Provide innovative on-demand curriculum and instructional resources including web-based IPTV streaming video content and distance learning live video teleconferencing. 1.2.2: Teacher technology implementation levels will be assessed using the LoTi (Level of Technology Implementation) online assessment scale giving a picture of technology integration within each classroom. All teachers must take the LoTi assessment at least once yearly. 2.2.3: Offer video professional development and best practices video content designed to increase SBEC proficiency utilizing the Districtwide IPTV streaming content system. 2.3.1: Distance learning opportunities are encouraged whenever possible including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips), connections between campuses and grant consortium members, and with educational content providers including the ESC Region 20. 2.3.3: Teacher technology academies will provide teachers with the necessary instruction to learn the skills required to meet the SBEC guidelines; the instructors will model best practices, and the sessions will be captured digitally and made available via the IPTV streaming content system for future reference. Each participant will produce a technology-infused lesson for use in their content area. 4.5.5: Partnerships and memberships with innovative distance learning and streaming content providers (including the Educational Service Center, Region 20) will be maintained in order to access the broadest range of instructional and professional development content, including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips).
TL09	Ensure anytime/anywhere access to technology-based learning for all students by providing appropriate devices, services, and support. 1.1.1: Implement Generation Y Program in grades 3-12 to enhance student technology skills and teach students how to communicate and work with teachers to create a library of web-based technology-infused lessons in all subject areas. 1.1.2: Encourage students to research, create and present assignments and projects in multimedia online format utilizing innovative technologies including SmartBoard devices, digital media, web-based content, distance learning and streaming video. 1.1.3: Provide innovative on-demand curriculum and instructional resources including web-based IPTV streaming video content and distance learning live video teleconferencing. 1.1.4: Use administrative software to analyze student success, strengths and weaknesses. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 1.3.1: Provide adaptive hardware including Alphasmarts, touch screens, trackballs, adaptive keyboards, etc., and software including Success Maker, CEI Essential Learning Systems, EdMark, NovaNet and others. 1.3.3: Setup "mini labs" in classrooms using older, repurposed computers and donated computers operating as thin client terminals running Windows Terminal Services and/or Citrix. These mini-labs are optimized for web-based programs and networkable programs. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning.
TL10	Ensure that school libraries have the latest technology and online resources for student research and curriculum integration. 1.1.3: Provide innovative on-demand curriculum and instructional resources including web-based IPTV streaming video content and distance learning live video teleconferencing. 1.2.3: Technology integration will be a part of all campus improvement plans created by each school’s Campus Site-Based Committee. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters. 3.3.1: Library automation software will be used and maintained by all campuses. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning.
TL11	Support school library programs and use library standards to ensure that school libraries assist classroom teachers in teaching students, information literacy and Technology Applications knowledge and skills. 1.1.5: Ensure full implementation of the TA-TEKS curriculum by implementing student TA-TEKS benchmark assessments. 2.2.2: Provide incentives for teachers meeting SBEC proficiencies, including wireless laptop computers and digital cameras and camcorders. 2.3.1: Distance learning opportunities are encouraged whenever possible including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips), connections between campuses and grant consortium members, and with educational content providers including the ESC Region 20. 3.3.1: Library automation software will be used and maintained by all campuses.
TL12	Support the use of technology to promote student-centered learning across geographic and cultural boundaries that includes business and industry. 1.1.2: Encourage students to research, create and present assignments and projects in multimedia online format utilizing innovative technologies including SmartBoard devices, digital media, web-based content, distance learning and streaming video. 1.1.3: Provide innovative on-demand curriculum and instructional resources including web-based IPTV streaming video content and distance learning live video teleconferencing. 2.3.1: Distance learning opportunities are encouraged whenever possible including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips), connections between campuses and grant consortium members, and with educational content providers including the ESC Region 20. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers.
TL13	Utilize innovative strategies for the 24/7 delivery of specialized or rigorous courses and expanded curricular and instructional offerings through the use of technology, including online and other distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and personal learning needs of all students. 1.3.2: Expand technology hardware access by increasing the number and availability of wireless networked laptop computer lab carts, adding more digital projection devices and portable SmartBoards, and by adding more dedicated multi-use computer labs using thin-client and terminal services technology. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters. 3.2.2: District and campus web pages will be maintained and updated with information relevant to parents and community members including job announcements, meeting dates/locations and educational opportunities. 4.4.2: When feasible, special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used to lower student-to-computer ratios in innovative and cost-effective ways. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers. 4.5.2: The existing District-wide IPTV streaming web-based video-on-demand system will be maintained and upgraded/expanded through the addition of new content engines and new content to facilitate and promote just-in-time learning and the inclusion of innovative learning resources. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning. 4.5.4: Shared use and increased quantities of SmartBoard devices, digital video projectors, scanners, digital cameras and digital camcorders will continue to be available in every school to allow teachers and students to present and collaborate in innovative and non-traditional methods. 4.5.5: Partnerships and memberships with innovative distance learning and streaming content providers (including the Educational Service Center, Region 20) will be maintained in order to access the broadest range of instructional and professional development content, including VFTs (Virtual Field Trips).
TL14	Provide curriculum to ensure personal safety for students in a digital world and Acceptable Use Policies that specify expectations and rules for students, parents, and teachers. 3.2.3: The La Vernia ISD Long-Range Technology Plan and all associated policies and information will be updated regularly by the Technology Committee and posted on the Technology section of the District web page. 4.6.6: Acceptable and appropriate use of all District technology is maintained through extensive signed AUPs (Acceptable Usage Policies) including Student AUPs, Employee AUPs, Library Patron/Community Member AUPs, Acceptable Posting Policies, Cellular and Wireless Phone AUPs, DL/Video Release Forms and more. These policies are available in the Appendix.
TL15	Implement innovative programs that promote parental involvement, increased communication with parents and community members, and community access to educational resources. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters. 3.2.2: District and campus web pages will be maintained and updated with information relevant to parents and community members including job announcements, meeting dates/locations and educational opportunities. 4.5.1: The existing distance-learning live video teleconferencing systems located in every school will be maintained and upgraded as needed to facilitate distance education and promote collaborative learning and interaction between schools, students, teachers, the community and content providers. 4.5.2: The existing District-wide IPTV streaming web-based video-on-demand system will be maintained and upgraded/expanded through the addition of new content engines and new content to facilitate and promote just-in-time learning and the inclusion of innovative learning resources. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning.
TL16	Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and establish regular communications with parents and students. 1.1.3: Provide innovative on-demand curriculum and instructional resources including web-based IPTV streaming video content and distance learning live video teleconferencing. 3.2.1: All staff will be encouraged to use electronic means to communicate student progress and school activities and events, including e-mail, campus and District web pages, and online newsletters. 3.2.2: District and campus web pages will be maintained and updated with information relevant to parents and community members including job announcements, meeting dates/locations and educational opportunities. 4.5.3: Special-purpose computing devices such as mobile wireless laptop computer labs, handhelds, tablet and “palm” computing devices will be used in every school to provide students access to innovative technologies allowing non-traditional learning.