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Lenoir County Public Schools Technology Plan

2012-2014

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REQUIRED SUBSTANTIVE COMPONENTS OF THE

LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY PLAN

Schools, school districts, and libraries that want to apply for Schools and Libraries support, commonly referred to as "E-rate," must first prepare a technology plan. Beginning with FY2011, technology plans are required only for Priority 2 services (Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections). An approved technology plan sets out how information technology and telecommunications infrastructure will be used to achieve educational goals, specific curriculum reforms, or library service improvements.

A technology plan designed to improve education should cover the entire funding year (July 1 to June 30) but not more than three years. The plan must contain the following elements:

Goals and realistic strategy for using telecommunications and information technology

A professional development strategy

An assessment of telecommunication services, hardware, software, and other services needed

Ongoing evaluation process

Policies

The technology plan must be approved by a USAC-certified technology plan approver before discounted services can begin. The state is the certified technology plan approver for libraries and public schools. www.usac.org, August, 2011.

LEA/Charter Name: Lenoir County Public Schools

LEA/Charter Number: 540

Superintendent Name: Dr. Steve Mazingo

Superintendent Signature

Local Board Chair Name: Rita Hodges

Local Board Chair Signature:

Person of Contact: Philip Decker

Telephone: 252-527-1109

Contact Email: [email protected]

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2012-2014

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Table of Contents

Vision 6

Strategic Priorities Overview 7

Priority 1: Shared Services Model 8

Priority 2: Universal Access to Personal Teaching and Learning Devices 12

Priority 3: Access to Digital Teaching and Learning Resources, Including Digital Textbooks 16

Priority 4: Model of Technology-Enabled Professional Development 20

Priority 5: 21st Century Leadership for Your LEA 24

Appendices 29

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Lenoir County Public Schools

Technology Planning Committee/MTAC

Technology Planning Committee Job Title/Position Philip Decker Director of Media and Technology Charles White Media Center/Technology Coordinator Jason Miller Principal/High School Representative Frances Herring Principal/K-8 Tina Letchworth Principal/Elementary School Ellen Benton Director of Curriculum Kelly Jarman Director of CTE/Student Services Mary Dail EC Coordinator Abbott Hunsucker Director of Federal Programs Lisa Davis Director of Finance Jean Whaley Media Specialist Chris Decker Network Administrator Penny Lewis CTE Coordinator Steve Hill STEM East Representative /Parent Nicholas Sauve Technology Teacher MTAC Committee Job Title/Position Philip Decker, Chair Director of Media and Technology Charles White Media Center/Technology Coordinator Ellen Benton Director of Curriculum Kelly Jarman Director of CTE/Student Services Steve Hill STEM East Representative Technology Task Force Advisory Committee Job Title/Position Brent Williams, Chair Principal - NLHS Dr. Steve Mazingo Superintendent, Interim Diane Lynch Assistant Superintendent Frances Herring Principal/K-8 Jason Miller Principal/High School Representative Kecia Dunn Principal/K-5 Daphne Pollock Assistant Principal – SLHS Mary Riddick Teacher Ellen Benton Director of Curriculum Philip Decker Director of Media and Technology Charles White Media Center/Technology Coordinator Chris Decker Network Administrator Larkin Ramsey Technician

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2012-2014

Vision Statement OVERVIEW Lenoir County Public Schools, in an effort to address the many challenges of a rural community, is guided by a set of five strategic goals that are used to focus the efficiency of our school system. These five goals guide Lenoir County Schools as it addresses the need to prepare our students to be productive in an ever-changing global stage. LENOIR COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ MISSION STATEMENT “Preparing all students to be competitive and productive citizens in a global economy.” LENOIR COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ GOALS

1. Attain high academic achievement for all students 2. Provide safe and orderly learning environments 3. Attract, retain, and develop an exceptional workforce 4. Increase collaboration and partnerships with the community; and 5. Ensure fiscal responsibility and equity

TECHNOLOGY VISION STATEMENT “The Lenoir County Public Schools Department of Media and Technology envisions that our students and teachers will have ubiquitous access and support for using the 21st century tools and technologies that are needed to prepare all students to be competitive and productive in a global economy.” The Lenoir County Public Schools’ technology vision provides students, staff, administrators, parents and community members with a guide to advance our instructional practices and promote student achievement. It is imperative that this vision is tightly woven into the fabric of the curriculum and its results are closely assessed and refined. Lenoir County Public Schools realizes that strong leadership, coupled with a commitment of resources, will be crucial to the success of this vision.

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Lenoir County Public Schools Technology Plan Strategic Priorities

2012 - 2014

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES OVERVIEW The Lenoir County Public Schools’ Department of Media and Technology is dedicated to the advancement of instructional and business practices in support of student achievement and effective and efficient operations. By interweaving the five strategic priorities of the state with the goals, plans, and vision of our district, Lenoir County Public Schools is better able to address the many opportunities and challenges of a technology-enriched environment. Lenoir County Public Schools recognizes that it is imperative that the priorities of the Media and Technology Department are tightly woven into the fabric of curriculum and that its results are closely assessed and continuously refined. Lenoir County Public Schools also realizes that strong leadership, coupled with a commitment of resources, will be crucial to the success of our district’s vision and strategic goals. Technology can have the greatest impact when it is integrated into the curriculum to achieve clear, measurable educational objectives. In addition, the effective integration calls for the following actions:

• utilizing technology and digital resources as an integrated tool to meet high academic achievement;

• engaging students and teachers in critical thinking, communication and collaboration; • creating a technology-rich environment that is collaborative and supports creativity,

innovation, and risk taking to enhance teaching, learning, and student achievement; • providing access to the most current digital resources; • possessing the knowledge and ability to choose and apply appropriate technologies; • sharing the responsibility for the safe and ethical use of technology

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES To better meet the needs and objectives of our district’s plans, goals, and vision, Lenoir County Public Schools is tightly aligned with the strategic technology priorities of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Lenoir County Public Schools shares a common focus of academic excellence and business efficiency that is outlined in the state’s school technology plan and is dedicated toward the advancement of these priorities:

• Shared Services Model • Universal Access to Personal Teaching and Learning Devices

• Access to Digital Teaching and Learning Resources, Including Digital Textbooks • Model of Technology-Enabled Professional Development

• 21st Century Leadership for Your LEA

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Strategic Priority 1: A Statewide Shared Services Model Essential Questions for Lenoir County Public Schools

• How will we leverage collaborative purchasing to pay substantially less for technology services and platforms?

• How can a Statewide Shared Services Model assist in shifting primary support from infrastructure to instructional needs?

• How can a Statewide Shared Services Model enable increased infrastructure and technology efficiency and sustainability?

• How can a Statewide Shared Services Model provide higher service reliability?

• How can a Statewide Shared Services Model facilitate more strategic budgeting models for our LEA/Charter School?

Current Status and Moving Forward Beginning in the 2006-2007 school year, Lenoir County Public Schools passed a school

improvement bond that allowed for the renovation or replacement of aging facilities. During this

time, a strategic overhaul of the networking infrastructure began within Lenoir County Schools.

Utilizing a model of shared, strategic budgeting, the district began a process that, by the 2011-

2012 school year, will provide a strong foundation for taking advantage of the shared services

that will be forthcoming from the Department of Public Instruction and the State of North

Carolina. Additionally, by utilizing creative budgeting sources, such as North Carolina’s Race to

the Top initiative and E-rate, Lenoir County Public Schools will be better able to implement and

take advantage of these future resources and services. By having a strong network foundation,

the district will be in a position to utilize the state’s plan for cloud-based as400 services and the

hosted firewall and filtering solutions as they become available. This will allow the district to

leverage funding and key positions to better support the instructional goals, plans, and vision for

Lenoir County Public Schools. It will also allow for a model of redundancy and reliability of

services that is not currently available.

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Alignment to Other Plans and Initiatives: Strategic Priority 1: A Statewide Shared Services Model Lenoir County Public Schools will utilize and align with the following key initiatives/plans to reach for the vision and complete the strategic priorities of our plan. ACRE Lenoir County Public Schools, through its utilization of resources and processes created through the ACRE initiative, will be better

prepared for the transition to 21st century standards and online assessments Career and College Ready, Set, Go! Lenoir County Public Schools, by participating in relevant services, including the Instructional Improvement System (IIS ), will

better prepare students who are graduating high school to attend a post secondary educational environment while possessing skills necessary for careers in today's economy.

Race to the Top Local and State Scopes of Work (RttT DSW) Lenoir County Public Schools maintains a scope of work outlining the tasks and expectations associated with the State’s Race to The

Top Goals. Exceptional Children Services Organizational Plan 2010-2015 (EC SOP) Lenoir County utilizes a five-year action plan that outlines the major initiatives and goal for the exceptional children’s department. Strategic Action Plan 2010-2015 (SAP) The Lenoir County Public Schools’ Strategic Action Plan is a five year document that outlines the core beliefs and vision of the LEA. District Improvement Plan (DIP) Lenoir County Public Schools utilizes a district improvement plan to help guide major areas of focus during a two year timeframe. District Professional Development Plan Lenoir County Public Schools utilizes a district professional development plan that is updated annually and is maintained by the

Professional Development Coordinator in conjunction with the goals and priorities of Lenoir County Public Schools.

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1. Statewide Shared Services Model

Targets Year 1 July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013

Year 2 July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014

Yearly Evaluation Evaluation Method(s) DPI Use

Provide and support student, teacher, and administrator access to Learner Management System, Learning Object Repository, and web collaboration tools. RttT DSW Objective (A)(2) 3.1

Deploy available cloud-based tools provided by NCDPI and other state agencies as developed (example: AS400 Reduction, filtering services)

RttT DSW (A)(2) Cloud Obj. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1

Deploy available cloud-based tools provided by NCDPI and other state agencies as developed (example: AS400 Reduction, filtering services) RttT DSW (A)(2) Cloud Obj. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1

Decreased cost of operation (AS400), Deployment of available resources

Create a transition plan for schools and LEAs to begin using the online IIS for the 2012-2013 school year. RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.1

Create and implement transition plan following Summer Institute (July 2012) for utilizing the state Instructional Improvement System (IIS). RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.1 Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team (IET), Teachers, Principals

Implement transition plan for utilizing the state Instructional Improvement System (IIS). RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.1 Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team (IET), Teachers, Principals

100% of teachers will be trained SEA System Logs

Create a transition plan for schools and LEAs to begin using the online IIS for the 2012-2013 school year. RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.1

Pilot Instructional Improvement System (IIS) STEM areas Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team (IET), Teachers, NC STEM, STEM East

Pilot Instructional Improvement System (IIS) STEM areas Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team (IET), Teachers, NC STEM, STEM East

Implementation of available pilots

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RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.1 RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.1

Develop system wide practices that increase appropriate use of data for making sound educational decisions. LCPS DIP Goal 2, Strategy 1-3

Identify, Categorize, and Evaluate district data sources as outlined in the District Improvement Plan LCPS DIP Goal 2, Strategy 1-3 Becky Whittington

Identify, Categorize, and Evaluate district data sources as outlined in the District Improvement Plan LCPS DIP Goal 2, Strategy 1-3 Becky Whittington

RttT DSW: Objective (C)(2) 1.1: Complete a unified strategic plan for the LEA/Charter that utilizes data to determine priority goals and activities, and set targets for performance.

Work as partners with DPI staff to incorporate the IIS into the daily operational aspects of school. RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.4:

Utilize IIS in the LEA as deployed by the state RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.4: Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team

Utilize IIS in the LEA as deployed by the state RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.4: Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team

Complete Process as Designed

Work as partners with DPI staff to incorporate the IIS into the daily operational aspects of school. RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.4:

Create a process and timeline for promoting and ensuring the use of IIS tools throughout the LEA RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.4: Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team CCSS/ES Team

N/A Completed process and timeline, promotional material

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Strategic Priority 2: Universal Access to Personal Teaching and Learning Devices Essential Questions

• What is universal access to personal teaching and learning devices? • Why do our teachers and students need access to personal teaching and learning devices? • How will we provide ample access to individual teaching and learning devices?

• What models can be used for implementing universal access to personal teaching and learning devices in our LEA/Charter.

Current Status and Moving Forward Beginning in the 2009-2010 School year, Lenoir County Public Schools began an initiative of exploring one-to-one learning devices in pre-kindergarten through high school classrooms. The goals of the initiative were:

1. To increase access and use of 21st Century tools, skills, and applications 2. To increase student interest, motivation, and engagement 3. To positively impact student achievement 4. To support teachers as leaders in 21st Century classrooms

While showing initial success, several observations became initially apparent. These included the need for a comprehensive model of wireless infrastructure to be in place to facilitate one-to-one environments, the need for continuous professional development, and the need to expand and further study the impact of a one-to-one model. In the 2010-2011 school year, the program was expanded to include additional iOS devices. The district’s administration also began the process of examining a possible implementation of a one-to-one model for teachers and administrators that could be made possible through blended funding. At the same time, the district implemented a program to increase the access to technology within the High Schools and Middle Schools of Lenoir County by providing the tools and support needed to integrate technology into the classroom. As part of the District Improvement Plan, the program specifically targeted algebra and math teachers, as well as other core subjects. Through these programs and other initiatives, it became obvious that the growing demands of technology in business and instructional practices necessitated the requirement of additional technology support. By leveraging outside funds, Lenoir County Public Schools was able to hire two additional technicians to help fill the need for support. In September 2011, Dr. Steve Mazingo, interim Superintendent for Lenoir County Schools, created a Technology Task Force from the recommendations of the Teacher Advisory Committee to address the growing demands of technology within the school district. The mandate of the task force was to examine the efficacy of service and make recommendations toward improvement. These recommendations included an improved system of asset management and a potential shift in network directory services with a desired effect of increased management of devices for future growth and expansion.

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Alignment to Other Plans and Initiatives: Strategic Priority 2: Universal Access to Personal Teaching and Learning Devices Lenoir County Public Schools will utilize and align with the following key initiatives/plans to reach for the vision and complete the strategic priorities of our plan. ACRE Lenoir County Public Schools, through its utilization of resources and processes created through the ACRE initiative, will be better






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Priority 2: Universal Access to Personal Teaching and Learning Devices


Year 2 July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014


Utilize LEA/Charter and school technology funds to enhance school and LEA/Charter technology infrastructure to facilitate online real-time assessments at each school. RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.2

Implement Wireless Infrastructure by 2013 to facilitate and support online assessments at each school. Wireless surveys will be scheduled and completed for each facility prior to implementation. Philip Decker RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.2

Implement Wireless Infrastructure by 2013 to facilitate and support online assessments at each school. Wireless surveys will be scheduled and completed for each facility prior to implementation. Philip Decker RttT DSW Objective (C)(3) 1.2

Provide 11 of 17 schools with a more robust wireless connectivity to facilitate student and teacher access to internet resources by 2013

Utilize LEA/Charter and school technology funds to enhance school and LEA/Charter technology infrastructure to facilitate online real-time assessments at each school. RttT DSW Optional Activities Objective (C)(3) 1.2:

Continue to employ two technology support positions to maintain and support the technology infrastructure within the school system Philip Decker RttT DSW Optional Activities Objective (C)(3) 1.2:

Continue to employ two technology support positions to maintain and support the technology infrastructure within the school system. Explore a blended funding source for continuation of positions beyond grant time-frame. Philip Decker RttT DSW Optional Activities Objective (C)(3) 1.2:

Maintain technology support positions for available years

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Utilize LEA/Charter and school technology funds to enhance school and LEA/Charter technology infrastructure to facilitate online real-time assessments at each school. RttT DSW Optional Activities Objective (C)(3) 1.2:

Explore/Plan/Implement the restructuring of network operating system to enhance technology infrastructure (Transition to Active Directory) Philip Decker RttT DSW Optional Activities Objective (C)(3) 1.2

Continue restructuring of network operating system to enhance technology infrastructure (Transition to Active Directory) Philip Decker RttT DSW Optional Activities Objective (C)(3) 1.2

Completion of LAN/VOIP installation, Transition to Active Directory Services

Explore Assistive technology for use in integrating technology to meet the needs of exceptional children EC Services Organizational Plans Goal 1

Continue restructuring efforts with curriculum assistance labs at the HS level EC Director, School-level administrators, EC curriculum team EC Services Organizational Plans Goal 1, page 2

N/A Purchase of assistive instructional technology at High Schools

Establish minimum technology standards for classrooms and other instructional areas and work toward equitable access in all schools.

Explore/Perform a method of inventory of each school’s technology and implement procedures for better asset management

Classroom and school technology targets are incorporated into the annual budget development process with a focus on increasing equity between all schools

Completed plan of evaluation, minutes of exploratory meetings

Explore a potential one-to-one model of learning with handheld computing devices

Continue to provide resources and funding support for the i21 iOS (iPad/iPod) one-to-one initiative Philip Decker

Continue to provide resources and funding support for the i21 iOS (iPad/iPod) one-to-one initiative Philip Decker

Teacher observations, pre/post surveys, teacher journals

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Strategic Priority 3: Statewide Access to Digital Teaching and Learning Resources, Including Digital Textbooks Essential Questions

• What are digital teaching and learning resources? What are digital textbooks? • Why do teachers and students need access to digital teaching and learning devices? • What are the benefits of digital textbooks? • What are open educational resources and how can they be used? • How can access to these resources be increased in our LEA?

Current Status and Moving Forward In itself, the desire to move to a one-to-one model does not facilitate the educational foundation that is seen in the mission statement of Lenoir County Public Schools. As a district, many of the resources that we utilize on a consistent basis have begun moving toward cloud-based products. As a result, the cost of these products continues to increase. Because of this, Lenoir County Public Schools must be in a position to maximize the potential of these cloud-based resources, while remaining fiscally responsible. With the introduction of the new Information and Technology Essential Standards, it is imperative that the district adopts and incorporates the resources that are currently available so that we may better embrace future opportunities. Through the promotion and utilization of state sponsored learning resources, like NC WiseOwl, we are able to utilize a high-quality product that is both safe for our students and economically beneficial for the district. Additionally, through blended and cooperative funding, we may be able to leverage collaborative procurement to drive the down the future cost of digital resources.

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Alignment to Other Plans and Initiatives: Strategic Priority 3: Statewide Access to Digital Teaching and Learning Resources, Including Digital Textbooks Lenoir County Public Schools will utilize and align with the following key initiatives/plans to reach for the vision and complete the strategic priorities of our plan... ACRE Lenoir County Public Schools, through its utilization of resources and processes created through the ACRE initiative, will be better






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3: Statewide Access to Digital Teaching and Learning Resources, Including Digital Textbooks


Year 2 July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014

Yearly Evaluation Evaluation Methods(s) DPI Use

Provide curriculum support in new standards and use available data to place students in the most appropriate and rigorous science and math courses. RttT DSW Objective (P)(2) 1.1

Transform current course to online/virtual delivery (Novanet, CTE, AP, Alternative Schools, Areas of teacher shortage). Ellen Benton RttT DSW Objective (P)(2) 1.1

Transform current course to online/virtual delivery (Novanet, CTE, AP, Alternative Schools, Areas of teacher shortage). Ellen Benton RttT DSW Objective (P)(2) 1.1

Improved ABC Composite and Graduation Cohort Rate

Provide and support student, teacher, and administrator access to Learner Management System, Learning Object Repository, and web collaboration tools. RttT DSW Objective (A)(2) 3.1:

Deploy available cloud-based tools provided by NCDPI and other state agencies as developed Philip Decker, Media and Technology Advisory Committee, Ellen Benton RttT DSW Objective (A)(2) 3.1

Deploy available cloud-based tools provided by NCDPI and other state agencies as developed Philip Decker, Media and Technology Advisory Committee, Ellen Benton RttT DSW Objective (A)(2) 3.1

Decreased costs of current services (AS400)

Promote available resources such as NC WiseOwl and other tools

Incorporate NC WISEOWL and other available resources into the district Professional Development Plan in support of rigorous and relevant classroom instruction. LCPS- DIP Goal 1, Strategy 2-4 LCPS -Strategic Action Plan -Objective 2.1.1 - Tezella Cline/Charles White

Incorporate NC WISEOWL and other available resources into the district Professional Development Plan in support of rigorous and relevant classroom instruction LCPS- DIP Goal 1, Strategy 2-4 LCPS -Strategic Action Plan -Objective 2.1.1 - Tezella Cline

Workshops offered and promotional materials

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Provide curriculum support and delivery of resources through video streaming technology

Implementation of streaming video capabilities (VBrick) in support of curriculum support, professional development, and delivery of resources Philip Decker

Expand implementation of streaming video capabilities (VBrick) in support of curriculum support, professional development, and delivery of resources Philip Decker

Purchase of materials, Professional development records

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Strategic Priority 4: A Statewide Model of Technology-Enabled Professional Development Essential Questions

• What skills are needed to transition to digital teaching and learning resources? • How can these skills be delivered and sustained to our LEA teachers and administrators?

• How do teachers, administrators, and staff work with colleagues to guide our LEA toward more effective uses of 21st Century tools for teaching, learning, and managing instruction?

• How are teachers, administrators, and staff prepared to understand, implement, and assess the span of skills and processes that students need to succeed in the 21st Century?

• How are teachers, administrators, and staff prepared to apply 21st Century assessment systems to inform instruction and measure 21st Century knowledge, skills, performance, and dispositions?

Current Status and Moving Forward Lenoir County Public Schools understands that job-embedded, ongoing professional development is the foundation for the successful integration of informational and technology skills. Consequently, professional development budgets should reflect a substantial commitment to achieving this goal. With the loss of EETT and ARRA funding, and the reduction of departmental and district budgets, it has been increasingly difficult to fund out-of-county, or full/multi-day technology related professional development. During the 2010-2011 school year, all high schools and middle schools participated in the School Technology Needs Assessment (STNA). This is the first step in a long-term study of the usage of technology within Lenoir County Public Schools and it will allow us to better focus our efforts with targeted professional development and purchasing. Beginning in the spring of 2011, Lenoir County Public Schools will begin the second phase of our STNA collection and do a comparative follow-up to the original STNA data. We will also expand the STNA survey to include our elementary schools to begin a base-line data analysis.

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Alignment to Other Plans and Initiatives: Strategic Priority 3: Statewide Access to Digital Teaching and Learning Resources, Including Digital Textbooks Lenoir County Public Schools will utilize and align with the following key initiatives/plans to reach for the vision and complete the strategic priorities of our plan... ACRE Lenoir County Public Schools, through its utilization of resources and processes created through the ACRE initiative, will be better






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4: A Statewide Model of Technology-Enabled Professional Development

Suggested Goals/Targets Year 1 July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013

Year 2 July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014


Provide professional development that aligns with 21st Century skills, state priorities, and implementation of the Common Core State Standards/Essential Standards LCPS- DIP Goal 1, Strategy 2-4 LCPS -Strategic Action Plan, Goal 2 - Attract, Retain, And Develop 21st Century Professionals

Lenoir County Public Schools will provide quality staff development that supports rigorous and relevant classroom instruction while safe-guarding instructional time. LCPS- DIP Goal 1, Strategy 2-4 LCPS -Strategic Action Plan -Objective 2.1.1 - Tezella Cline EC Services Organizational Plans Goal 2 EC Leadership Team

Lenoir County Public Schools will provide quality staff development that supports rigorous and relevant classroom instruction while safe-guarding instructional time. LCPS- DIP Goal 1, Strategy 2 -4 LCPS -Strategic Action Plan -Objective 2.1.1 - Tezella Cline EC Services Organizational Plans Goal 2 EC Leadership Team

See RttT DSW Objective D(5) 1.1: Provide access to effective, high-quality, job-embedded, data-informed professional development and support for educators with objectives aligned to the Race to the Top Initiatives.

Designate current staff to help educators utilize EVAAS and assessment data for instructional and program decision-making. RttT Objective (C)(3) 1.3:

Assign appropriate personnel to provide ongoing professional development in the use of EVAAS and other assessment data RttT Objective (C)(3) 1.3 Becky Whittington, Principals

Assign appropriate personnel to provide ongoing professional development in the use of EVAAS and other assessment data RttT Objective (C)(3) 1.3 Becky Whittington, Principals

Professional Development Records

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Designate current staff to help educators utilize EVAAS and assessment data for instructional and program decision-making. RttT Objective (C)(3) 1.3

Schedule, per school, EVAAS webinar training and provide data from EVAAS as needed for ad hoc analysis RttT Objective (C)(3) 1.3

Schedule, per school, EVAAS webinar training and provide data from EVAAS as needed for ad hoc analysis RttT Objective (C)(3) 1.3

Principal meeting minutes, Registration information

Provide access to effective, high-quality, job-embedded, data-informed professional development and support for educators with objectives aligned to the Race to the Top Initiatives. RttT DSW Objective D(5) 1.1

Follow Professional Development Plan each year 2010-2014 as it relates to Common Core/Essential Standards RttT DSW Objective D(5) 1.1 Tezella Cline, Ellen Benton, CCSS/ES Lead Team

Follow Professional Development Plan each year 2010-2014 as it relates to Common Core/Essential Standards RttT DSW Objective D(5) 1.1 Tezella Cline, Ellen Benton, CCSS/ES Lead Team

100% of teachers will be trained SEA System Logs

Measure, evaluate and improve professional development and support RttT DSW Objective D(5) 1.2:

Investigate other Professional Development evaluation systems (eg Guskey) Ellen Benton, Professional Development Committee RttT DSW Objective D(5) 1.2:

Scheduled evaluation of products

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Strategic Priority 5: 21st Century Leadership for All Schools and Districts Essential Questions Are your LEA/Charter leaders prepared to lead and create a vision for 21st century education? Are mechanisms in place for school leaders to create 21st century learning cultures? Are professional growth programs/opportunities available to prepare teachers and administrators to lead 21st century learning environments? Current Status/Moving Forward Lenoir County Public Schools is dedicated to preparing all of our students to be competitive and productive in a global economy. As such, we recognize the need to foster a vision of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth among our leaders. Currently, Lenoir County Public Schools participates in the Building Future Leaders Program through the South East Alliance and in the leadership programs through the North Carolina Principals and Assistant Principals Association (NCPAPA). Additionally, Lenoir County Public Schools operates several 21st century embedded leadership initiatives including the “Growing Future Leaders” , Tier III Goldenleaf Facilitators, and our teacher-leaders in the Apple i21 initiative. Lenoir County Public Schools also recognizes that the act of creating technology rich environments is just the initial step to an immersive 21st century culture. Since the inception of our school bond initiative, the district has been moving toward the completion of a base infrastructure to support the growing needs of technology. As this infrastructure begins its final stages, it will become essential to switch to an investment in people through quality professional development and a shift in the cultural view of integrated technology. By promoting the standards outlined in the NETS, understanding and establishing procedures and policies in support of 21st century learning, and developing appropriate measures of accountability we can begin to move toward a model of integration that is outlined in the spirit of our district’s motto.

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Alignment to Other Plans and Initiatives: Strategic Priority 5: 21st Century Leadership for All Schools and Districts Lenoir County Public Schools will utilize and align with the following key initiatives/plans to reach for the vision and complete the strategic priorities of our plan. ACRE Lenoir County Public Schools, through its utilization of resources and processes created through the ACRE initiative, will be better prepared for the transition to 21st century standards and online assessments Career and College Ready, Set, Go! Lenoir County Public Schools, by participating in relevant services, including the Instructional Improvement System (IIS ), will better prepare students who are graduating high school to attend a post secondary educational environment while possessing skills necessary for careers in today's economy. Race to the Top Local and State Scopes of Work (RttT DSW) Lenoir County Public Schools maintains a scope of work outlining the tasks and expectations associated with the State’s Race to The Top Goals. Exceptional Children Services Organizational Plan 2010-2015 (EC SOP) Lenoir County utilizes a five-year action plan that outlines the major initiatives and goal for the exceptional children’s department. Strategic Action Plan 2010-2015 (SAP) The Lenoir County Public Schools’ Strategic Action Plan is a five year document that outlines the core beliefs and vision of the LEA. District Improvement Plan (DIP) Lenoir County Public Schools utilizes a district improvement plan to help guide major areas of focus during a two year timeframe.

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5: 21st Century Leadership for All Schools and Districts

Suggested Goals/Targets Year 1 July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013

Year 2 July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014


Complete a unified strategic plan for the LEA/Charter that utilizes data to determine priority goals and activities, and set targets for performance. RttT DSW Objective (C)(2) 1.1

Continue to utilize Strategic Action Plan and District Improvement Plan and revise quarterly based upon data analysis to include EVAAS, CEDARS, and other test data. RttT DSW Objective (C)(2) 1.1 Superintendent, Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team (IET)

Continue to utilize Strategic Action Plan and District Improvement Plan and revise quarterly based upon data analysis to include EVAAS, CEDARS, and other test data. RttT DSW Objective (C)(2) 1.1 Superintendent, Ellen Benton, Chair, Instructional Effectiveness Team (IET)

District Improvement Plan Revisions

Identify and select highly-qualified candidates to participate in regional leadership academies. RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 1.1

Participate in the Building Future Leaders Program RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 1.1:

Participate in the Building Future Leaders Program RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 1.1:

Travel Logs

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Forecast hiring needs and use succession planning to identify candidates for school leadership positions. RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 2.2

Prepare for turnover in administration by continuing LEA Leadership Programs: (Growing Future Leaders, Goldenleaf Tier III Trainers ) RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 2.2 Superintendent, Administrators, Select Teachers, Southeast Regional Center Personnel

Prepare for turnover in administration by continuing LEA Leadership Programs: (Growing Future Leaders, Goldenleaf Tier III Trainers ) RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 2.2 Superintendent, Administrators, Select Teachers, Southeast Regional Center Personnel

Number participating in leadership programs (approximately 4 per year)

Forecast hiring needs and use succession planning to identify candidates for school leadership positions. RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 2.2

Include Assistant Principals and other potential school leaders in key professional development opportunities and leadership roles (EVAAS training, Administrator retreat, Evaluation Instrument Updates, Personnel and Legislative Updates) RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 2.2 Tezella, Cline, Selected Assistant Principals and Selected teachers to be determined

Include Assistant Principals and other potential school leaders in key professional development opportunities and leadership roles (EVAAS training, Administrator retreat, Evaluation Instrument Updates, Personnel and Legislative Updates) RttT DSW Objective (D)(3) 2.2 Tezella, Cline, Selected Assistant Principals and Selected teachers to be determined

Professional Development Rosters

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Develop system wide practices that increase appropriate use of data for making sound educational decisions. District Improvement Plan, Priority Goal 2

Develop a data analysis system to guide district improvement District Improvement Plan, Priority Goal 2

Develop a data analysis system to guide district improvement District Improvement Plan, Priority Goal 2

RttT DSW: Objective (C)(2) 1.1: Complete a unified strategic plan for the LEA/Charter that utilizes data to determine priority goals and activities, and set targets for performance.

Develop system wide practices that increase appropriate use of data for making sound educational decisions. District Improvement Plan, Priority Goal 2

Continue utilization of STNA tool to create a historical reference to better analyze the needs related to technology integration as well as examine technology use in teaching and learning. District Improvement Plan, Priority Goal 2

Continue utilization of STNA tool to create a historical reference to better analyze the needs related to technology integration as well as examine technology use in teaching and learning. District Improvement Plan, Priority Goal 2

Annual STNA Survey to all schools

Explore a multi-year budget model to implement, maintain, and refresh technology and to address staffing needs required to ensure maximum return on technology investments.

Form a technology funding workgroup to review all aspects of technology funding allocations and work toward a blended model of funding support

N/A Technology Task Force Minutes - Instructional Technology/Leasing Subcommittee

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Appendix A: Policies and Procedures Lenoir County Public Schools Technology Plan

Policy, Procedure, & Guidelines Implementation Chart

Policies, Procedures, & Guidelines

LEA Policy Code or Procedure

LEA Adoption, Implementation or Revision Date

Policies Required A. Materials Selection Policy including internet resources (GS §115c-

98(b)) 3200, 3220 July 2009, April

2010 B. Disposal of Equipment / Replacement of Obsolete Equipment (GS

§115c-518) 6560 July 2009 C. Hardware and Software Procurement (GS § 115c-522, 115c-522.1) 6430 July 2009 D. Copyright and Plagiarism Policy (PL §94-553, 90 Stat. 2541), 3230/7330, 4300 July 2009 E. Acceptable Use Policy (PL §106-554) 3225/7320, 4318 July 2009

Aug 2011 F. Equipment/Materials Donation Policy (GS §115C-518) 8220 July 2009 G. Data Privacy Policy (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99 (FERPA)) 3225/7320, 4700 July 2009, May

2010 H. Inventory Control Policy (GS §115c-539, 115c-102.6A-C(5)) 8350 July 2009 I. Access to Services Policy (GS §115c-106.2) 6524, 6520 July 2009 J. Online Assessment and Instruction Policy Currently being

investigated Currently being investigated

K. Advertising and Commercialism Policy (GS §115c-98) 5240 July 2009 L. Internet Safety and Ethical Use including Cyberbullying and Harassment

(Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act, CIPA, FERPA, GS 115C-407)

1710/4021/7230, 7321, 3225/7320

June 2011, April 2010, July 2009

Procedures A. Hardware and Software Deployment 6520, 3220 July 2009 B. Equipment maintenance and repairs 6500 July 2009 C. Outdated Resources and Equipment Replacement 6560 July 2009 D. Disaster Recovery of Data and Hardware 6524 July 2009 E. Administration of Online Assessment Procedures in place through

District’s Testing Department

Updated Yearly

Guidelines A. Policy Translation 1320/3560 July 2009 B. Use of Digital Media and Resources 3220 July 2009 C. Instructional Use of Videos 3200 July 2009 D. Development of Online Resources 3200, 3220 July 2009, April

2010

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