Sarah Zumwalt Middle SchoolA 21st Century Technology Campus

Preparing Students to Become 21st

Century Learners

21st Century Learners Agenda

IntroductionHow will it look

PastPresent Future

Questions & AnswersConclusion

The Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund

According to the Telecommunication Act of 1996, schools became eligible for Universal Service support.

Administered by Universal Service Administrative Computer (USAC)

Commonly know as “E-Rate” Dedicated to ensuring program veracity Bestows discounts to assist schools &

libraries in the US for telecommunication services

Before E-Rate/Technology Plan on Our Campus

Cords & Wires dangling chaotically

From Mrs. Powell-Cleary’s Room

Computer Lab

Insufficient power sources and connection

outlets

Acquisition of E-Rate Funds

Supports connectivity

Available Services through USF Telecommunications services Internet Access Internal connections Basic maintenance of internal connections

Funding is based on: Level of eligibility of free and reduced lunch Status population and Needs Discounts range from 20% to 90% of the cost

Embracing Technology with E-Rate Funding

Increased speeds on Internet connectivity

Innovative Technology (ever classroom should have: CPS Units, Interactive Smart Boards, Video Projectors, & Wireless LaserJet Printers)

Increase distant learning Technological Professional

Development/Training

Inquisitive Time

Questions can also be posted at Delectable Dialogue Café at mailto:http://gaylepowellcleary.blogspot.com?subject=Delectable Dialogue Cafe

Conclusion The Districts Technology plan is developed

through various assessments and needs analysis focused on academic growth of its students.

Successful implementation of the district technology plan depends upon student growth as well as the technology initiatives acquired through E-Rate Funding.

Dallas ISD goal of becoming a 21st Century Technological School will be achieved through the dedication of it learning community and financial assistance from USAC.