Watersmeet+Township+School+District


 * Watersmeet Township School District**

Donna Pena http://www.watersmeet.k12.mi.us/docs/Techplan09%20final.pdf Demographics: One K-12 building, student population 189, 47% Native American
 * 2009 - 2012**

Technology is an ever changing part of any school district. The Watersmeet Township School District will make every effort to provide their staff and students with the tools they need to be able to be productive citizens in today’s society. Through hardware, software, peripheral purchases, keeping the network up to date and providing Internet access we will be assured that our staff and students are able to function in the technological world. Consideration of State and Federal guidelines will be of the utmost importance in our curriculum needs.
 * Technology vision/mission statement:**


 * GOAL 1** - We will provide the technology and instruction necessary for all students and staff to learn computer use, word processing and Internet use through the integration of curriculum in the classroom and continual training opportunities.
 * GOAL 2** - We will provide students and staff with access to computers that are multi- media and meet the current standard of technology
 * GOAL 3** - All classrooms will be connected to the school network and have Internet connections. Wireless access will be available in appropriate locations.
 * GOAL 4** - All students and staff will have access to software, and curriculum resources to encourage them to use technology as a part of their everyday life.

classroom || Internet policies and procedures || Technology Team || On going || Internet policy is developed || offered for all staff || Technology Coord. Outside teaching staff and seminars || On going || Staff had knowledge and use of computers || inventory needs for integrating computers in to the science and social studies curriculum || 5th, 6th, high school science and social studies teacher || On going || List of hardware and software needs. Curriculum requirements are met || software for all classrooms || Administration || On going || Computers and software are purchased || digital cameras || Administration || On going || Projectors and cameras are purchased || Interactive Television || Administration || On going || Training complete || Interactive Television into the existing curriculum || Administration School Counselor || On going || Completion of lab class being sent or received || Coordinator and any involved outside vendors || On going || Computers are in good working order ||
 * **STRATEGIES TO MEET ANNUAL OBJECTIVES** || **PERSON(S)**
 * RESPONSIBLE** || **TARGET**
 * DATE** || **EVIDENCE OF COMPLETION** ||
 * Universal Service Fund lines maintained || Administration || On going || Internet access in every
 * Set up a committee to review
 * Basic computer training
 * Internet Training In-service || Technology team || On going || Staff has knowledge of the Internet ||
 * Committee established to
 * Purchase computers and
 * Supplementary material ordered || Administration || On going || Materials are purchased ||
 * Purchase LCD projector and d
 * Staff training for the use of
 * Set up and integration of
 * Repair and maintenance of existing computers || Technology


 * Goals and General Strategies:** Addresses Michigan Technology Standards (METS)


 * Distance Learning:** Will be achieved through the use of technology via the Michigan Virtual High School, Michigan Virtual University, Video Conferencing equipment and any other means necessary to bring outside learning opportunities into the District.

Communication between staff and parents will be achieved through both traditional and technological means. Students and staff are provided with e-mail addresses through the school districts network. All staff will be trained in the electronic method of communication. The District has a web page that informs parents of current and upcoming events and a link to the District Technology Plan.
 * Parental Involvement**: Is sought by inviting various members from the Watersmeet community to be part of the technology team. The Technology Team consists of the people from the following areas: 1 Board member, 1 school Administrator, 2 Lac Vieux Desert Education Department employees, 5 from within the school district (Teachers, Librarian, Reading Coach) and 3 Parents (with students in grades K -12).


 * Professional Development:**
 * Goal 1** – The goal of professional development is to provide all staff members of the Watersmeet Township School District with the skills and knowledge they need to lead their students in the use of technology as it pertains to both school and personal use.
 * Goal 2** – The goal of professional development is to provide all staff members of the Watersmeet Township School District with the skills and knowledge they need to integrate technology into their curriculum.
 * Timeline** - Professional development opportunities will be offered throughout each year, giving all interested parties the time needed to obtain a comfortable level of technology use and the skills and knowledge to integrate technology into the curriculum.

Consists of the following basic components; Routers, hubs, 8 wireless access points, 3 servers 100-networked desktop computers, 3 networked color laser printers, 20 additional printers, 4 wireless laptop carts (with 24, 20, 16, and 16 wireless laptops), 12 video projectors, 1 smart board, and 2 video conferencing camera. Televisions and VCR/DVD players are located in many of the classrooms, with access provided to all when needed. The computer to student ratio is approximately 1:1. Software/hardware will be purchased to encourage the use of technology throughout the curriculum. All items purchased will be aligned with the appropriate curriculum area. Training by outside personnel and staff personnel will be provided. Training will be in the area of general computer use and in the usage of the Internet. Informing staff of available options will increase their desire to incorporate computers and technology in their classrooms. Increased usage of the lab and of the 22 Watersmeet Township School District – Technology Planlibrary computers will be encouraged. Learning disabled students who have a visual-motor integration deficit will benefit greatly and be able to compete with their non-handicapped peers. Technology will be a tool in every classroom that assists the learning process. Video conferencing, video streaming (United Video) and Michigan Curriculum Standards are just some of the means that will be used to improve the use of technology by both students and staff. 90% of the hardware is in good to excellent condition. The remaining 10% will be replaced over the time period of this document. 100% of the classrooms, offices and the library have networked computers. Internet access is provided for 100% of the teaching staff and students. Wireless access is available in most classrooms and other areas throughout the building.
 * INFRASTRUCTURE/TECH SUPPORT HARDWARE SOFTWARE:**

Phase 1 – 2009 - 2010 School year - Purchase of multi-media computers for placement throughout the district. Continual evaluation of computers in all classrooms, upgrade/add were needed, provide necessary training to all staff, implement adult literacy programs and evaluate video conferencing equipment. Evaluate current software and licensing needs, purchase necessary and appropriate items. Phase 2 – 2010 - 2011 School year - evaluation of all current equipment - replace were needed, purchase 24 Watersmeet Township School District – Technology Planmulti-media computers for classroom use, evaluate video conferencing equipment, purchase any necessary equipment, provide necessary training to all staff. Evaluate current software and licensing needs, purchase necessary and appropriate items. Phase 3 - 2011- 2012 School year - evaluate all current equipment, replace/upgrade were needed, provide necessary training to all staff, implement adult literacy programs and evaluate video conferencing equipment. Evaluate current software and licensing needs, purchase necessary and appropriate items.
 * FUNDING AND BUDGET**

Budget (in thousands) || 2009/10 || 2010/11 || 2011/12 || Tota l || Resources: Use of grant funding REAP Title I P L 874 Title II (a) Title II (d) Title V Reading First USF
 * Technology
 * Fiber Optic || 10 || 12 || 12 || 34 ||
 * Internet Access- Email - Tech support - Contracted Services || 25 || 28 || 28 || 81 ||
 * License || 5 || 5 || 5 || 15 ||
 * Software || 2.5 || 2.5 || 2.5 || 7.5 ||
 * Hardware || 10 || 10 || 10 || 30 ||
 * Professional Development || 2 || 2 || 2.5 || 6.5 ||
 * Computer Supplies || 15 || 15 || 15 || 45 ||
 * Total || 69.5 || 74.5 || 75 || 219 ||

The plan was well established in several areas: Aligns with METS standards Monitoring Technology and curriculum integration Teachers, administrators, parents, and community are members of the team Infrastructure.

Hardware and peripheral purchases. Update with new purchases like interactive whiteboards, video cameras, a laptop for every student. Quality tech support for staff. Provide ongoing professional development opportunities. Update technical vision yearly.
 * Recommendations:**