Technology Plan 2007 2010

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Technology Plan

2007- 2010

SuperintendentDr. Paula E. Howard



County: Union CountySchool District: PlainfieldGrade Levels: Prek – 12

District Website: www.plainfieldnjk12.org

PLAINFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION2007-2008

Ms. Patricia Barksdale, President

Ms. Bridget Rivers, Vice President

Mr. Rasheed Abdul-Haqq

Mr. Agurs Linward Cathcart, J r.

Mr. Martin P. Cox

Mrs. Wilma G. Campbell

Mr. Christian Estevez

Mrs. Lisa C. Logan-Leach

Ms Vickey Sheppard



I. StakeholdersThis technology p lan was developed with input from adminis trators, teachers, boardmembers, parents.

Technology Planning Committee

Lill ie Sipp Director of Curriculum andInstruction

Chris Payne Director of InformationTechnology

Keisha Taylor Supervisor of Staff Development

Rose Davis Assistant Supervisor of Information Technology

Angela Bento Content Supervisor of Technology HS

BJ BrownJohnson Fredric W. Cook ElementarySchool Principal

Anthony Jenkins Washington Community SchoolPrincipal

Anibal Galiana Hubbard Middle SchoolVice- Principal

Cristina Crowell Technology Coordinator

Daniele Dorcely Technology Coordinator

Bruce Ryno Technology Coordinator



Three-Year Local School District/ Charter School

Technology Plan

J uly 1, 2007 through J une 30, 2010********

County: Union County Code: 39

District/Charter School or Affiliation: Plainfield Public School District

District Code: 4160

Grade Levels: K-12

Web Site: plainfield.k12.nj.us

Date Technology Plan approved by school board or governing body :

May 1, 2007

Is the district compliant with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)?(Y/N) YES

Please indicate below the person to contact for questions regarding thi stechnology plan:

Name:(print)

Lillie SippTitle: Director of Curriculum and Instruction/Chief Academic Officer

E-mail: [email protected]



Superintendent/Lead Person Approval:

District Superintendent/Lead Person: (print) Dr. Paula E. Howard

E-mail: [email protected]

Phone 908 731 4335

Signature: _______________________________Date: May 1, 2007

County Coordinating Council Approval:

Lead Agent: (print) _____________________________________________

Title: ________________________________________________________

E-mail: ______________________________________________________

Phone_______________________________________________________

Signature: ______________________Date:_________________________



Three-Year Local School District/ Charter School Technology Plan Template

J uly 1, 2007 through J une 30, 2010

Directions: Indicate in the PAGE # column of the template, the page number where the corresponding information can be found.

Page # I. Stakeholders 3

Provide the title, name and signature of each member of the technology planningcommittee. It is expected that there will be representation from at least nine of the positions indicated on the stakeholder sample table. Please provide anexplanation if there is not a minimum of nine members on the technology

planning committee.

Page # II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY4-6

Describe the school district's or charter school's vision or mission statement

III. TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEWPage # A. Technology 7

1. Provide an inventory of current technology networking and telecommunications equipment

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2. Describe the technology inventory needed to improve student academicachievement through 2010 including, but not limited to:

• Technology equipment and networking capacity• Software used for curricular support and filtering• Technology maintenance policy and plans• Telecommunications services• Technical support

Facilities infrastructure



example using Federal Accessibility Standards)

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5. Describe the plan for replacing obsolete computers/technology and includethe criteria for obsolescence.

Page # B. Cyber Safety 15

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1. List the filtering method(s) used.( NOTE: Be specific as this is a federal mandate.)

2. Identify the Acceptable Use Policies (AUP) used for students and staff and include a copy of the AUPs with the submission of this technology plan.

3. Explain how students are educated about online safety awareness.

4. Provide information on how parental resources regarding online safety aremade available to parents.

Page # C. Needs Assessment21

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1. Complete a needs assessment for educational technology in yourschool district or charter school. Begin by determining current status.

Afterwards, determine the educational needs, prioritize the identifiedneeds and establish necessary changes through goals and objectives.

a. Evaluate staff's current practice in integrating technology across thecurriculum.

b. Provide a summary of teacher and library media personnel proficiency inthe use of technology within the district.

c. Determine the current educational environment and barriers bydescribing how:

i. staff are assured access to technology to facilitate technologyintegration,

ii often students have access to technology in their learning



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needs for technology integration,vi. past professional development for all administrators was

provided to further the effective use of technology in theclassroom or library media center,

vii. ongoing, sustained professional development was provided in2006-2007 for all staff to further the effective use of technology inthe classroom or library media center,

viii. ongoing, sustained professional development was provided in2006-2007 for administrators to further support the effective useof technology in the classroom or library media center,

ix. supports were provided for staff other than professionaldevelopment,

x. professional development needs and barriers related to usingeducational technology as part of instruction have been identified.

22 2. Based on the answers given above, indicate the needs of the district to

improve academic achievement for all students through the integration of

technology.

22 3. Prioritize the identified needs

IV. THREE-YEAR GOALS AND OBJECTIVESPage # A. History23

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1. List the goals from the 2004-07 plan.

2. Evaluate each goal from the previous plan, in one or two sentences, detailingeach goal's success, or reasons for continuation, or issues preventing itssuccess.

3. Describe any unexpected outcomes or benefits specifically linked to the

educational technology in place.

Page # B. Goals and Objectives for 2007-2010 NA 1. List and support the goals that continue from the ’04-‘07 plan.



25-32 3. Add to the goals the specific objectives for integrating technology to improvestudent academic achievement aligned with NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards (including software and other electronically delivered learningmaterials). Also, include a timeline for such integration and the

corresponding measures (also known as indicators) that are evidence that the goals or objectives have been achieved.

Page # V. THREE-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION ACTIVITY TABLES(July 2007 – June 2010)

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A. Describe the implementation strategies/activities that relate to the goals and objectives. Include in the description the timeline, person responsible and documentation (or evidence) that will prove the activity occurred.

B. Develop strategies to ensure that the technology plan addresses the use of technology, including assistive technology, to support the learningcommunities.

C. Provide details of the process for meeting the NCLB requirement that allstudents be technologically literate by the end of grade eight.

D. Identify specific telecommunications and information technologies and anyother specific resources that are useful to reach the stated goal.

Page # VI. FUNDING PLAN (July 2007 – June 2008) 33

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A. Provide the anticipated costs for 2007-2008 and then indicate the projected funding for 2008-2010 of the technologies to be acquired and expenses suchas hardware/software, digital curricula including NIMAS compliance,upgrades and other services including print media that will be needed toachieve the goals of this plan, including specific provisions for

interoperability among components of such technologies to successfullyachieve the goals of this plan.

B. Indicate the federal, state, local and other sources of funds used to helpensure that students have access to technology and ensure that teachers are



Page # VII. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT3

A. Provide the name and title of the person responsible for coordinating the

professional development activities noted in this plan.

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B. Describe the planned professional development activities for teachers,administrators, and school library media personnel that include:

1. How teachers and library media personnel have access toeducational technology in their instructional areas (such as usingdesktops, mobile laptop and wireless units, PDAs).

2. How administrators have access to technology in their workplace(such as using desktops, mobile laptop and wireless units, PDAs).

3. How ongoing, sustained professional development for alladministrators will be provided to further the effective use of technology in the classroom or library media center.

4. How ongoing, sustained professional development for all staff will

be provided to further the effective use of technology in theclassroom or library media center. 5. The professional development opportunities and resources that exist

for technical staff.6. How professional development is provided to all staff on the

application of assistive technologies to support all students in their learning.

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C. Based on educators' proficiency and the identified needs for professionaldevelopment, describe only the ongoing, sustained, high-quality

professional development opportunities planned for 2007-2008 as it relates to the infusion of technology into the curricular process. Include adescription of in-class support such as coaching that is used to ensureeffective use of technology to improve learning. Also, include adescription of the involvement of all partners associated with professionaldevelopment for the district.

37 D Identify the financial and time resources to keep staff current in learning



Page # VIII. EVALUATION PLAN

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Describe the process and accountability measures that are used to regularlyevaluate the extent to which goals, objectives, activities, resources and services are effective in

1. integrating technology into curricula and instruction,2. enabling students to meet challenging state academic standards, and 3. developing life-long learning skills.





II. Executive Summary:

District Mission Statement:

The Plainfield Public Schools, in partnership with it community, shall do whatever ittakes for every student to achieve high academic standardsNo alibis!No excuses!No exceptions!

Beliefs:Board policies establish the expectation that the district will provide a written, taught, and testedcurriculum.

Curriculum and its delivery are the major work of the schools.

Curriculum development is a participatory process, involving at appropriate junctures in the process,teams that include various stakeholders, including teachers, administrators, students, parents and thecommunity.

A high quality rigorous curriculum is a critical component in providing all children with access to anequal education.

Every child learns when the curriculum is delivered in a manner that actively engages the student.

A high decree of commitment to the individual needs of students is reflected in the design anddelivery of the curriculum.

The ongoing process of curriculum development, instructional delivery, and assessment is a naturalpart of implementing a well-articulated curriculum.



The curriculum development process benefits the district in the following ways:• It enhances communication and articulation between and among teachers and

administrators• It deepens teachers and administrators understanding of the knowledge and skills

needed for students to be proficient in the various curriculum areas• It promotes a cohesive program of learning for all students

Technology is an integral tool for learning and should be infused throughout the curriculum.

Curriculum must align with district assessments, state assessments, and standards.

SUPERINTENDENT'S GOALS:

Promote academic rigor that focuses on learning and excellence that results in increases in studentachievement on district and state assessments as well as reducing significantly the achievement gapof special needs and ELL students. *All schools will meet either AYP or safe harbor in ELA, Math andScience.

Continue building on-going self sustaining communication within the district and for the District with avariety of media through regular communication networks, district groups, community participationand speaking opportunities within the community.

Continue building upon a safety plan (both Homeland and Violence Prevention within the schools)inclusive of adults, redeployment of security, technical Assistance, law enforcement partnerships,grant opportunities, strong code of conduct, Student Family Support Services (SFSS) and parentsupport ensuring that students are able to attend safe and secure facilities of learning.

Demonstrate budget and facility management including forecasting, planning, monitoring and seekingalternative revenues



Vision for Technology in Plainfield: The Plainfield community will be a technologically-enriched, life-long learning environment, whichfosters student achievement, mastery of challenging material and the cultivation of skills needed tosucceed in an increasingly complex, information oriented society. The school district, in positioningtechnology as a catalyst to transform learning, will drive the development of an information-richculture. The Plainfield Technology Plan outlines the next steps needed to reach the vision of atechnologically enriched environment within our schools and community.

The district’s vision is described more fully below:

¾ Instruction is technology-rich to:accelerate the development of all students towards the high academic targets represented by

the New J ersey Core Curriculum Content Standards,provide opportunities for anytime-anywhere, self-paced learning for students,expand the resources available to students,engage students in challenging, authentic learning opportunities such as problem-based andinterdisciplinary instruction, and

ensure success of graduates in the 21st century workplace, as citizens and in the pursuit of individual growth

¾ Collaborative partnerships with community organizations, agencies, higher education and

businesses support district and community technology.¾ Technology is accessible to the entire community to eliminate the digital divide.

¾ The school district functions efficiently and effectively by providing technological support foradministrative and instructional functions.

¾ Current and emerging technologies are subjects of study, as well as tools for continuousdevelopment of staff, parents and students.



III. Technology Overview A. Technology

1. Technology Plan Table

Three Year Technology Plan Inventory Table

Area of Need 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010

TechnologyEquipment

Network equipment iskept up-to-date with aregular replacementcycle; Networkswitches all at 100MBReplace 1/3 obsoletecomputers

Network equipment iskept up-to-date with aregular replacementcycle; Consolidateservers withvirtualization; Upgradeold 802.11b/g with802.11nReplace 1/3 obsoletecomputers

Network equipment iskept up-to-date with aregular replacementcycle; Networkbackbone switchesrunning at 1 GBReplace 1/3 obsoletecomputers

Network Capacity SES 10MB SES 10MB SES 100MB

Filtering Software

Websense; VericeptMonitoring Software;

Barracuda SpamFirewall; PureMessageSpam Filter


Barracuda SpamFirewall; PureMessageSpam Filter


Barracuda SpamFirewall; PureMessageSpam Filter; Cisco ASA

MaintenancePolicy and Plans

3yr warranties fornewly purchasedequipment; staff support; contractedservices



Telco Services

Implementation of student attendance callout system; rollout of softphone throughoutthe school district

Emergency call-outsystem; upgrade voicemail system

Completion of IPphones district-wide;Use of wireless IPphones

Begin rollout of WindowsVista toall

Complete upgrade toWindows Vista across

Install a newmanagementsoftware



2. Technology inventory needed to improve student academic achievement

In order to increase student achievement, the district’s infrastructure must be upgraded and maintained.Software and hardware requirements increase exponentially and in order to give students a solid foundation, weneed to have the proper hardware and software in place.

The district currently has a Cisco 6509 fiber chassis as its backbone. This allows 1Gbps throughput to eachIDF. The district currently have a MDF and at least IDF room in each building.

The district will need to be upgraded Cisco switches, which provide power over Ethernet (PoE). The switchesare Cisco 3750. PoE allow us to install IP phones, wireless access points and IP security cameras.

The connection to each school is 10Mbps. The 10Mbps SES network will be upgraded to 100Mbps, this willincrease bandwidth for better video streaming and to allow us to grow with the demands of students and emerging software. Quality of Service will be added when it is available from Verizon to make sure that

bandwidth is reserved for important network traffic.

The current Nokia appliance running checkpoint-1 firewall is old and inadequate. A new firewall solution will be installed to improve network performance and to allow VPN connectivity.

Currently the district is using two Microsoft Exchange 2003 servers. The district will be looking to replacethose two servers with two new servers running Microsoft Exchange 2007. The upgrade will allow the districtto provide the additional functionality that has been introduced with this new release.

The older Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) will be replaced and new UPS’s will be installed with planned maintenance occurring semi-annually.

Throughout the 2007-2008 school year, an evaluation of several systems will be considered. A new backup

system will be evaluated, email archiving with a district procedure of archiving email will be introduced and server virtualization will be tested for rollout in the future.

The current wireless infrastructure (currently 802.11b/g) will be evaluated and upgraded to 802.11n when it isapproved. A Radius solution will be installed at the same time to protect the district from outside attacks.

The Information Technology Department is in the process of developing a disaster Recovery plan along withsecond location to store all data.



Software Used for Curricular Support

The district has an approved acceptable use policy with the extra benefit of a login screen, which reminds thestudents and staff of this policy. Computer access is only granted after the individual accepts the reminder of the policy. We currently have Microsoft Office applications installed on all pc’s.

The Information Technology Department currently support over 3,000 computers district wide. We also have 24 pc mobile labs and 10 Mac labs for instructional use. Our network operating system software is Windows XP.Currently, networked desktop computers are operating on Windows Xp to be upgraded to Vista.Instructional software on the network complements all subject areas and addresses learners needs. The AppleDigital Learning Series provides a collection of curriculum solutions designed to enhance student informationaccess and productivity, and increase achievement in language arts, math, and science. Each comprehensivesolution in the series is designed to help educators meet No Child Left Behind requirements, address contentstandards, and prepare students with 21st century skills.

We currently have nine apple digital labs which resides in our secondary schools. These labs have thefollowing instructional curriculum, Language Arts, which encompasses Write to Learn, Get a Clue, WriteBrain; Math curriculum which includes Geometer’s Sketchpad, Measurement in Motion, Math Fundamentals,Intro to Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry, and Science which has Science Earth Browser, Froguts,PASCO Secondary Science, Starry Night, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physical Science. Thiscurriculum is also available to the students at home via the web and proper log in for supplemental help.

The District has twenty two Scholastic Read 180 classrooms elementary thru high school.

READ 180 is an intensive reading intervention program that helps educators confront the problem of adolescentilliteracy on multiple fronts, using technology, print, and professional development. READ 180 is proven tomeet the needs of students whose reading achievement is below proficient level. The program directly addressesindividual needs through adaptive and instructional software, high-interest literature, and direct instruction in

reading, writing, and vocabulary skills.Elementary students have access to Compass Learning. This programs feature engaging activities that provideexplicit, systematic direct instruction and promote exploration, individual and cooperative learning, problemsolving, reflection, and real-world connections.



The district currently uses Rosetta Stone software which allows our students, teachers and parents the freedomto acquire languages at their own pace. Equally important, Rosetta Stone provides the guidance needed to learna language well. Teachers can test students end of each lesson, enabling them to focus on areas for additionalreinforcement. Rosetta Stone automatically records student progress, and provides immediate feeback wich datacan be used to customize instruction.

We currently have acess to Kisperation/Inspiration, this tool provides an easy way to apply the proven principles of visual learning. Students build graphic organizers by combining pictures, text and spoken words torepresent thoughts and information. This also allows for our students to develop early literacy skills, and moreadvanced students improve comprehension skills and better organize ideas for writing.

Thru Federal Funding, the department of Information technology will be administering student email accounts.Gaggle is dedicated to providing safe email accounts for students. Teachers control what can be written and who can correspond with the students.

This tool will allow student teachers interaction via the web. Internet homework centers will allow students toshare knowledge and get help. Online video conferences will give students the chance to learn from experts and work with mentors in various fields. Bloggging tools for students and teachers. Polling tools for creating onlinevoting systems Parent Accounts for greater home-to-school communication Student Pod-Casting Tools StudentWikipedia System

Filtering Software

The Information Technology Department will continue to provide a safe and secure setting for each and everystudent by using the latest in content filtering. Currently the district is using Websense filtration to monitor usage, block URL’s and Phishing sites.

Websense has been installed in the district since 1998. Its current setup is that it is installed on a Linux server running in a DMZ. Updates occur nightly but can be forced during the day when needed. It is kept separatefrom the firewall to allow us to make changes without disrupting the network environment.



Technology maintenance policy and plans

During the school-year 2007-2008 the Information Technology Department will maintain service contracts onthe following hardware and software.

1. Hardwarea. Main servers have next business day warranty

b. All new desktop machines come with 3 year warrantiesc. All Cisco switch hardware will have a warranty through Smart-netd. All Cisco routers will have a service contract with Verizone. Avaya phone system will be covered under a service contract.f. Firewall is covered under a yearly service contract

2. Softwarea. Websense is covered under a yearly service contract

b. Barracuda Spam filtering appliance supportc. Sophos Antivirus software phone supportd. All other operational and curriculum software are covered under an annual service

contract with vendor.

Telecommunications Services

During the 2007-08 School Year we will be upgrading VOIP by utilizing wireless phones, replacing older model phones with newer IP phones and replace soft phones where necessary.

The present voice systems at all school locations includes the following:

• An Avaya G350 or G700 Media Gateway, this depends on the size of the school.•

8-10 pots lines 3 are used for emergency purposes 1 each for the principal, nurse and head custodian.

The present configuration for voice transmission to the district schools consists of:

• Avaya S8700 phone system located in the High School (main system) which connects to eachmedia gateway

• 3 isdn-pri lines for inward and outward calls (72 lines in total)• Our system rides over the District WAN which gives it total IP Capability and can still access

our district voicemail system Intuity Audix.

During the 2007-08 School year a proposal will begin investigating call out systems which will be used for emergencies and other notifications approved by the superintendent



We are presently assessing the circuitry and bandwidth which will be made to determine if an unified messaging solution which combines voicemail & e-mail is an viable option for the district.

We will continue to develop vital features of the phone system such as:

• Meet me conference – this is a district managed and owned conference bridge which canconference up to 6 people by dialing a number, conference number and password to join aspecific conference.

• Malicious Call Trace – in the event of a bomb threat or threatening call the receiving party would press a button and the caller’s number would information would be identified and can be shared with authorities for disciplinary purposes, also a recording of the voice can also be provided.

Technical Support

In order to provide students and teachers with ongoing, uninterrupted technology-infused curriculum, Plainfield has made a commitment to support the administration of the network and the maintenance of the hardware and software connected to it. The districts provides full time helpdesk services which provide tier one phonesupport. We also have desktop technicians for onsite support which is tier 2 We have network administratorswhich support all network hardware. In collaboration with vendors, we continue to provide maintenance onhardware, as well as system upgrades as needed. In addition, preventive maintenance is scheduled eachsummer to restore the hardware and software, as closely as possible, to its original condition.



B. Cyber Safety

1. Filtering Methods :

We currently utilize Websense software, Checkpoint-1 firewall, MS Windows firewall, and grouppolicies to monitor, filter and restrict access to Internet content which could negatively impactstudents according to Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) guidelines.

2. Acceptable Use Policies:

NPLAINFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATIONPlainfield, New J ersey

POLICY2142.106142.10

ACCEPTABLE USE OF DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY BY STAFF AND STUDENTS

Purpose

To support its commitment to providing avenues of access to the universe of information available,the district’s system of electronic communication shall include access to the Internet for studentsand staff.

Limitation of Liability

The Internet constitutes an unregulated collection of resources that changes constantly, so it is not

possible to totally predict or control the resources that users may locate. The board cannotguarantee the accuracy of the information or the appropriateness of materials that a user mayencounter. Furthermore, the board shall not be responsible for any damage users may suffer,including but not limited to, loss of data or interruptions of service. Nor shall the board beresponsible for financial obligations arising through the unauthorized use of the system.



District Rights and Responsibilities

The computer system is the property of the district, and all computer software and hardware belongto it. Therefore, the district retains the right to monitor all access to and use of the Internet.

The board designates the chief school administrator as the coordinator of the district system. He/she

shall recommend to the board of education qualified staff persons to ensure provision of individual

and class accounts necessary for access to the Internet, designation of quotas for disk usage on the

system, establishment of a document retention schedule, establishment of a virus protection process

and coordination of other activities as required to maintain the system.

Each principal shall coordinate the district system in his/her building by approving all activities forthat building; ensuring that teachers receive proper training in the use of the system; ensuring thatstudents are adequately supervised when using the system; and interpreting this acceptable usepolicy at the building level.

Access to the System This acceptable use policy shall govern all use of the system. Sanctions for student misuse of thesystem shall be included in the disciplinary code for students, as set out in regulations for policy5131 Conduct/discipline. Employee misuse may result in appropriate discipline in accord with thecollective bargaining agreement and applicable laws and regulations.

The board shall ensure the acquisition and installation of blocking/filtering software to deny access

to certain areas of the Internet.

World Wide Web

All students and employees of the board shall have access to the Web through the district’snetworked

or stand alone computers. To deny a child access, parents/guardians must notify the buildingprincipal in writing.



District employees shall be provided with an individual account. At the time of log in users will beadvised of the district’s Acceptable Use Technology Policy (via a pop-up window). By clicking okay,users agree to adhere to the district policy.

Student use of the Internet shall be supervised by qualified staff.

District Web Site

The board authorizes the chief school administrator to establish and maintain a district web site. The

purpose of the web site will be to inform the district educational community of district programs,

policies and practices.

Individual schools and classes may also establish web sites that include information on theactivities of that school or class. The building principal shall oversee these web sites.

Parental Notification and Responsibility

The chief school administrator shall ensure that parents/guardians are notified about the districtnetwork and the rules governing its use.

Acceptable Use

Student Safety Practices

Students shall not post personal contact information about themselves or others. Nor shallstudents engage in any kind of personal contact with individuals they meet online. Attempts atcontact from such individuals shall be reported immediately to the staff person monitoring thatchild’s access to the Internet. Personal contact information includes but is not limited to names,home/school/work addresses, telephone numbers, or personal photographs.







3. Online Safety Awareness:

Internet safety practices are integrated into our curriculum. In elementary school students are

introduced to Internet safety in the Technology K-5 Scope and Sequence guide. In middle schoolstudents discuss internet safety in their technology courses. In high school students discuss Internetsafety in their technology courses. All students in the district sign a copy of the Acceptable UsePolicies.

The Office of Curriculum and Instruction will work with county and local Police Department resourcesto have workshops conducted for staff and students on Cyber Safety.

4. Parental Resources:

Parents and community members will be invited to participate in information sessions regardingInternet Safety. There is also a Cyber Bullying handbook produced by the Union County Prosecutor’sOffice and links to various websites regarding Internet safety that can be found on the PlainfieldSchool District website.



C. Needs Assessment

1. Current StatusIn order to evaluate staff’s current practice in integrating technology across the curriculum all teacherswere asked to complete a needs assessment survey. This assessment is designed to measureinstructional staff current technology literacy.

a./b. Staff’s current practice and Proficiency

The results of the Needs Assessment Survey indicate that our staff’s overall level of proficiency is measured at a level 3. Level 3 indicates that our staff is proficient in the followingareas:Responsible use, Basic Computer Use, Email, Word Processing, file management andInternet. The following areas are in need of improvement and graphics, desktop publishing,research/ information searching, technology presentation and spreadsheet.

c. Current Educational Environment and Barriers

i. Access to Technology - All staff are provided access to a desktop computerand or laptop. They can also use any classroom, lab, media center or studentlaptop cart computers. Interactive boards, projector, NetTv’s are available withinmany district schools.

ii. Student Access – All schools have wireless laptop carts for student use andinternet access. In the middle and elementary schools classrooms have betweenone and four desktop computers with network access. Two elementary schools,as well as the middle schools and High School have labs for student use .

iii. Evaluation of Staff Needs – Staff needs are addressed annually throughprofessional improvement plans and current surveys regarding technology year.Ongoing dialogue with technology coordinators to articulate the needs of theirindividual classrooms or departments.

iv. Evaluation of Student needs – Middle School and High School students areevaluated in their technology classes. Elementary students are not formally

assessed in technology. There is a plan to create a technology assessment tool. v. Past Professional Development addressed the staff and student needs –professional development was offered in the following areas for teachers tomaster: Word, PowerPoint, Email, Internet research, gradequick, admin plus,subfinder, United Streaming, IDE Portal.

vi Past Professional Development for Administ rators – professional

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viii . 2006- 2007 Professional Development for Administ rators- professionaldevelopment is presented to administrators to familiarize themselves with thesoftware and infusion training available to the teachers.

ix. Other suppor ts – We have technology support staff as well as Technologyteachers who are available to assist staff with troubleshooting or the integration

of technology. x. Professional Development Needs and Barriers – Staff is periodically surveyedfor their specific professional development needs. The Director of Curriculum andInstruction and the Director of Professional Development sponsor workshops tomeet individual needs.

2. Indicate Needs:

- More wireless networks- Increase the number of Instructional technology staff - Upgrade network capacity- Expand infrastructure- Electronic parent teacher communication- Global Communication- Professional Learning Opportunities to raise the staff level of technological proficiencies

3. Prioritize needs:

- Professional Learning Opportunities to raise the staff level of technological proficiencies- Increase the number of instructional technology staff - Global Communications

IV. Three Year Goals and Objectives:

A History



GOAL I: Improve student achievement through instructional rigor and alignment with NewJersey Core Curriculum Content Standards: All students will have access to high quality,standards based instruction.

GOAL II: Meaningful community engagement: Community and family will be meaningfully engaged indecision-making and planning for the education of Plainfield’s children.

Goal III: Comprehensive supports for all students: Every student will have access to a safe and orderlyschool environment and a system of support intended to meet the needs of the whole child.

Goal IV: Effective and efficient operations: The district as a whole, including every school andunit, wil l have effective and efficient programs, operations and services.

Goal V: Well-prepared staff: All students will have access to certificated, highly trained, caringand culturally responsive staff members.

Goal VI: Shared governance: All stakeholders -- students, parents, teachers, support staff,administration, community and the board -- will be meaningfully engaged in problem-solving, planning,and decision-making.



We have also updated our student/staff data management system where teachers can input grades



We have also updated our student/staff data management system where teachers can input gradesusing a web based program.

C. Goals and Objectives for 2007- 2010

Purpose: To increase student achievement through the use of technologysupported by state and national standards.

Goal 1: K n o w l ed g e a n d Sk i l l s

Students will attain the educational technology and information literacy skills that will assist them in

achieving the core curriculum content standards and to succeed in the workplace of the 21 st century

Objective 1.1: Educational technology will be infused into every school districts curriculum and instructional activities

Strategy/Activity Timeline PersonsResponsible

Evidence

Director of Curriculum and Instruction will participate in all relevant curriculum committees toinsure infusion of technology

2007-2010 Director of Curriculum and Instruction,TechnologyCoordinators,High SchoolSupervisor of Technology

CurriculaCurriculum Maps

Align technology infusion goals with the Plainfield Comprehensive Equity Plan and districtProfessional Learning Plan

2007-2010 BuildingAdministrators,Supervisor of

Mandated Programs,Director of Curriculum and Instruction

District Focused-Learning WalksInformal and

FormalObservations

Teachers will integrate information literacy skillsinto curricula and instructional methodologies toassist students in achieving the NJCCCS and raising student achievement

2007-2010 Teachers,TechnologyCoordinators,Building

Administrators,District and ContentSupervisors

PIPsLesson PlansDistrict Focused-Learning Walks



Objective 1.2: All school districts will adopt curricula that include information literacy and educational technologystandards aligned with the Core Curriculum Content Standards and accepted national standards

Strategy/Activity Timeline Person

Responsible

Evidence

Plainfield Curriculum will continue to be revised and reviewed to reflect the New Jersey State TechnologyStandards 8.1 and 8.2

2007-2010 Director of Curriculumand InstructionDistrict and ContentSupervisorsTechnology

Coordinators

CurriculaCurriculum MapsEvaluation Surveysfrom technologyProfessionalLearning

Curriculum development activities will includereviews of software, web based portals, and emergingtechnologies to promote students academicachievement

2007-2010 Director of Curriculumand Instruction

Newly revised technologycurriculum

Objective 1.6: All students will use technology tools and applications for solving problems, making informed decisions, andparticipating in authentic, project based learning.

Strategy/Activity Timeline PersonsResponsible Evidence

Students will create and manipulate informationindependently and/ or collaboratively to solve

problems, to design or o develop products

2007-2010 TechnologyCoordinatorsMediaSpecialistsScience Lead Teachers

ClassroomTeachers

StudentExhibitionsCore ProductsPBLs

Students will use appropriate peripherals to gather and interpret data and to create music, art, video, and written projects

2007-2010 TeachersBuildingAdministators

Student Work Formal and InformalObservations

Appropriate software such as graphic organizer software and appropriate peripherals will be used todifferentiate instruction

2007-2010 Director of Curriculum and Instruction

TeachersBuildingAdminstrators

Student Work Formal and Informal

Observations



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2.3 The district will continue to research, provide best practices, and utilize updated/current technologies to enhanceprofessional learning facilitated by technology educational leaders

Strategy/Activity Timeline PersonResponsible Evidence

Director of Staff Development will provide K-12 professional learning workshops helping teachersmeet NJCCCS Technology Goal 8.1 and 8.2

Director of Staff Development

MyLearningPlanLesson Plans

Technology Coordinators will continue to providein class support for teachers

Director of Staff

DevelopmentTechnologyCoordinators

MyLearningPlanLesson Plans

Goal 3: F a c i l i t i e s

To evaluate and improve facilities to provide for a maximum learning environment. District will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the technology infrastructure.

Objective: 3.1 The Plainfield Public School district will maintain broadband, high-speed networks and reliableInternet access that enables students and educators to support their curricula activities.

Strategy/Activity Timeline PersonResponsible

Evidence

The Information Technology department willmaintain SES 10 Meg connections to provideimmediate internet access to support curricular activities

2007-2010 Dir. of InformationTechnology

The District will increase speed from 10 Meg to100Meg, this will allow students to have greater access to our multi media instruction


Increase use of web based applications for studentinstruction


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3.2 All Plainfield Public schools will provide to all students access to multimedia instruction across the curriculum.

Strategy/Activity Timeline PersonResponsible

Evidence

The District will expand the use of Apple Mobilelabs to all elementary schools this will allow for students and teachers to personalize and differentiateinstruction

2007-2010 Dir. of InformationTechnologyDir of C&IBuildingAdministrators

The District will be providing students with emailaccounts thru Gaggle which increases student /

teacher interaction

2007-2010 Dir. of Information

Technology

The Department will continue to provide videostreaming for classroom to fully engage studentduring instruction

2007-2010 Dir. of InformationTechnologyMediaSpecialist

The District will continue to explore evolvinginstructional technology tools ie: podcast,smartboard, digital book lockers,

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Department of Curriculum and Instruction Student Achievement Rubric

Grade Fifth - Eighth

Content Standard: 8.1 Computer and Information LiteracyAll students will use computer application to gather and organize information and to solve problems

EducationalExperiences inGrades 5 – 8

will assure thatstudents:

SampleIndicators

Novice Basic Proficient Advanced

• Use appropriatetechnology vocabulary

Students use basictechnology vocabulary to

describe hardware, software,multimedia services and

storage media.

Students usetechnology

vocabulary todescribe hardware,

software,multimediaservices and

storage media.

Students recognizeand use technology

vocabulary todescribe hardware,

software, multimediaservices and storage

media.

Students recognize and use accuratetechnology vocabulary to describe

hardware, software, multimediaservices and storage media.

8.1.8 ABasic

ComputerSkills andTools

• Use common featuresof an operating system

Students use input and output devices.

Studentsindependently useinput and output

devices.

Students use inputand output devices,

access limited network resourcesand use peripherals

with assistance.

Students use appropriate input and output devices, access limited

network resources and use peripherals.



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• Demonstrate effectiveinput of text and datausing touchkeyboarding with

proper technique

Students exhibit basic posture and fingering

techniques for all rows of the keyboard with minimum

accuracy.

Students exhibitcorrect posture and

fingeringtechniques for all

rows of thekeyboard with

minimum speed and accuracy.

Students exhibitcorrect posture and

fingering techniquesfor all rows of the

keyboard withadequate speed and

accuracy.

Students exhibit correct posture and fingering techniques for all rows of the keyboard with advanced speed

and accuracy.

• Input and access textand data efficiently and accurately through

proficient use of other input devices, such as amouse.

Students use limited techniques when usingkeyboard and mouse.

Students use basictechniques when

using keyboard and mouse.

Students use correcttechniques when

using all functionskeyboard and mouse.

Students use advanced techniqueswhen using all functions keyboard

and mouse.

• Create documents withadvanced textformatting and graphicsusing word processing

Students know how to insert photos, graphics, graphs,spreadsheets, sound and

video into word processing, presentation and web

documents.

Students know howto use applications

features (e.g.,columns, tables,

headers, and footers, boarders,

drawing menu bar)and a variety of

other tool bars toformat and publish

content projectsand products and web documents.

Students know howto identify

appropriate fileformats for a varietyof applications and

apply utility programs to convertformats, as necessary,

for effective use inweb, video, audio,

graphic, presentation,word processing,

database, publication,

and spreadsheetapplications.

Students demonstrate anunderstanding of concepts underlyinghardware, software, and connectivity;the variety of ways that information

and technology resources can becombined to develop and promote

understanding; and the value of visual and auditory features to

convey accurate and convincinginformation.



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• Create a file containingcustomized information

by merging documents

Students with assistance canapply limited software

features such as mergingdata from spreadsheets and

other documents.

Students withassistance canapply softwarefeatures such as

merging data fromspreadsheets and other documents.

Students applysoftware features

such as merging datafrom spreadsheets

and other documents.

Students understand and applysoftware features such as mergingdata from spreadsheets and other

documents.

• Construct a simplespreadsheet, enter data,and interpret theinformation

Students apply basicsoftware features of a

spreadsheet to create tables.

Students applysoftware features

of a spreadsheet tocreate tables.

Students applysoftware features of aspreadsheet to create

products that addressappropriate learning

objectives.

Students identify and apply advanced software features and components of a spreadsheet to plan, create and edit

products that address appropriatelearning objectives.

• Design and produce a basic multimedia project

Students use limited features to create a simplemultimedia presentation.

Students use basicfeatures to create asimple multimedia

presentation.

Students use multiplefeatures to create asimple multimedia

presentation.

Students use advanced features tocreate a multimedia presentation.

• Plan and create a simpledatabase, define field,input data, and producea report using sort and query

Students enter data in agiven database.

Students enter dataand perform simplequeries to process

data.

Students enter data, perform simple

queries to processdata and report

results that address

given topics.

Students demonstrate method for entering data, performing simplequeries to process data and reportresults that address given topics.



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• Use network resourcesfor storing and retrieving data

Students use basic procedures for storingcomputer files on a hard

drive, external resources and network resources when

available.

Studentsdemonstrate

procedures for management and maintanence of

computer files on ahard drive, external

resources and network resources

when available.

Students demonstratestrategies and

procedures for effective

management and maintanence of

computer files on ahard drive, external

resources and network resources

when available.

Students integrate strategies and procedures for effective managementand maintenance of computer files ona hard drive, external resources and network resources when available.

• Choose appropriateelectronic graphicorganizers to create,construct, or design adocument

Students with assistance canuse electronic graphicorganizers to create,

construct, or design adocument.

Students withassistance can useappropriate

electronic graphicorganizers to

create, construct, or design a document.

Students useappropriate electronicgraphic organizers tocreate, construct, or design a document.

Students use appropriate electronicgraphic organizers to create,construct, or design a document to

connect ideas and organizeinformation.

• Create, organize and

manipulate shortcuts

Students will create

shortcuts relevant toapplications used.

Students will create

and organizeshortcuts relevantto applications

used.

Students will create,

organize and manipulate shortcutsrelevant to

applications used.

Students will use advanced features

to create, organize and manipulateshortcuts relevant to applicationsused. (e.g. renaming, deleting)



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V. Three-Year Implementation ActivityTables:(See the above tables)

VI. Funding Plan

Funding Plan (2007-2008)

Complete this table to indicate the funding source of anticipated costs of technologies to ensure that students have access to technology. The use of this table is optional and is provided as a convenience.

Three-Year Technology Plan Anticipated Funding Table(2007-2008)

ITEM FEDERAL

FUNDING

STATE

FUNDING

LOCAL

FUNDING

MISC. (e.g.

Donations,Grants)Digital curricula(see NIMAS inthe HELP section) Print medianeeded to achieve



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goals

TechnologyEquipment

$500,000

Network $1,000,000 $150,000Capacity $162,000.00 $20,000Filtering $50,000Software $300,00Maintenance $150,000 $100,000Upgrades $150,000 $30,000Policy and Plans

Other servicesProfessionalDevelopment

$120,000

Funding Plan (2008-2010)

Complete this table to indicate the funding source of projected costs of technologies to ensure that students have access to technology. The use of this table is optional and is provided as a convenience.



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Three-Year Technology Plan Projected Funding Table (2008-

2010) ITEM FEDERAL

FUNDINGSTATE

FUNDINGLOCAL

FUNDINGMISC. (e.g.Donations,

Grants)Digital curricula (see

NIMAS in the HELPsection)

Print media needed toachieve goals

TechnologyEquipment

$1,000,000

Network $2,000,000 $300,000Capacity $324,000 $40,000Filtering $100,000Software 600,000Maintenance $300,000 $200,000Upgrades $300,000 $60,000Policy and Plans

Other servicesProfessionalDevelopment

$160,000



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VII. Professional Development

A. The district’s Professional Development Committee will continue to review all professional development plans and activities. Supervisor of Professional Development and district principals and curriculum supervisors will plan future professional development activities based on the

professional learning surveys and technology needs assessment survey distributed to staff members.

B. Planned professional development activities:

1. Teacher and library media personnel access- all teachers in the school district have access to a desktop. These computers can access districtemail, mylearning plan, and can use the computers for instructional purposes. All classrooms within our district have network access. The mediacenters in all 13 schools provide wireless access to the network. We have ordered promethean boards for 3 elementary schools. There are multipleLCD projectors for staff to use in each building and administrative office.

2. Administrator access- Every administrator has been provided with a dedicated desktop and laptop. These computers are used to access their email,and any other system to perform administrative functions in the various roles.

3. Professional development for administrators- Administrators along with staff members will be surveyed as to their level of use of technology intheir various roles. The IT department will continue to provide professional development to administrators at their request.

4. Professional development for staff- The professional development days built into the school calendar in addition to after school sessions willincluded technology related courses and subjects to enhance technology use in instruction. The middle school language arts, math, and 9 th gradescience teachers have had Apple training on mobile carts, and in the next school year we will continue to provide additional staff members with Appletraining and I-life Media training.



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5 Professional development for technical staff- IT department members and technology coordinators assigned to schools will have access to professional development courses, as well as on-line self study classes where applicable. The Information Technology Department will also attend technology conferences and workshop centered around education. This will afford Plainfield the opportunity to remain current with educationaltechnology for student achievement.



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6. Professional development on application of assistive technologies-The Department of Special Services will be sending a team comprised of the following staff members to an Assistive Technology training:

• Supervisor of Special Services• CST member • Special Education• General Education• Speech Language Therapist• Technology Coordinator These staff members will attend a three part assistive technology workshop. The workshop, sponsored by the New Jersey Department of Education, will provide training and an overview of Assistive Technology as well as provide a framework on decision making in AssistiveTechnology. The team will also have an opportunity to attend an Assistive Technology fair and engage in a discussion regarding their applicationof learned concepts as well as receive feedback and support from the trainers.

After the first part of the workshop, which is an overview of Assistive Technology, the staff members will turnkey the training to various groupsincluding general and special education teachers, classroom assistants, district and building administrators as well as math, literacy, and technology coaches.

The team will choose Assistive Technology to be include in our curriculum and provide ongoing professional development on how to implementand effectively use the programs.

C. Professional development needs: Professional Development VII-C (2007-08 only)The professional development detail is needed for school year 2007-2008 only.

Ongoing, sustained, high-quality professional learning plannedfor 2007-2008

Troubleshooting 101

The Essentials of Microsoft Office

Infusing Technology into Literacy

Everyday Math Games Online

Using Technology with Trophies

Using the Internet to improve Literacy K-5

Problem Based Learning



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D. Financial and time resources: The school leadership teams have an important role to play in expanding professional knowledge and buildingcapacity in school wide professional learning communities. An expectation of the school based administrators is that staff members should provide

products of work from the professional learning communities that reflect the use of technology as to support the district allocated dollars to supportthe necessary and needed professional development activities to support the new ways of learning for teachers and their students.

E. Professional development activities: Professional development activities in technology will continue in the schools and district offices as we

enhance technology skills of staff members in new software and programs. The goal is to increase the use of technology as a tool for instructional purposes in the classroom. Teachers need to infuse the use of technology in instructional activities to provide students with various opportunities for critical thinking and problem solving strategies.

Cybersafety

MovieMaker Apple Digital Software

United Streaming



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VIII. Evaluation Plan The Technology Evaluation Plan for the Plainfield Public Schools to measure goals and objectives will be ongoing and integrated withthe district’s plan for instructional priorities, curriculum development and professional development . To that end, we will use formal andinformal methods to collect data relative to the plan’s implementation. Formal methods will include an analysis of the following:

• observational data collection relative to use and purpose• academic gains through the use of content specific software programs as evidenced through electronic reports• review of curriculum guides and lesson plans• inventory of technology tools purchased and available• accessibility of technology for students, staff and parents• committee reports and agendas• the documentation collected for each objective as described in the activity section of this document• infrastructure in place to support the use of technology• student, staff and district projects and products

Informal methods will be comprised of :•

electronic surveys• interviews with students, staff, parents and community members

The Technology Committee will continue to meet to review the implementation status of the plan and to provide additional guidance inmeeting the goals and the objectives. In collaboration with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, the Director of Technology andthe Supervisor of Staff Development support will be developed in the needed areas as determined from the committee’s input and areview of the formal and informal data. Using this method of evaluation, coupled with research and best practices, we will be able tomove forward with learning opportunities which enable our students to be competitive and prepared for the technology world of the 21 st century.



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Documents

Technology Plan 2007 2010