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TECHNOLOGY PLAN Effective Dates June 30, 2014 – June 30, 2017 ARCHDIOCESE OF CINCINNATI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE 100 E. Eighth Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 TECHNOLOGY PLAN June 30, 2014-June 30, 2017
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TECHNOLOGY PLAN
Effective Dates
June 30, 2014 – June 30, 2017
ARCHDIOCESE OF CINCINNATI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE
100 E. Eighth Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
TECHNOLOGY PLAN June 30, 2014-June 30, 2017
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TECHNOLOGY PLAN................................................................................................................ 1
MISSION STATEMENT ............................................................................................................ 4
VISION STATEMENT ............................................................................................................... 4
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE AREA........................................................................................ 4
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................... 5
I. TECHNOLOGY GOALS OF THE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE ..................................... 5
PERSONNEL AND OFFICE ENVIRONMENT ....................................................................... 5
TECHNOLOGY PLANNING AND COORDINATION ......................................................... 10
TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ........................................................... 11
RESOURCES ............................................................................................................................ 12
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES AND INTERNET ACCESS .................................... 13
BUDGET AND FUNDING ...................................................................................................... 15
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION ..................................................................................... 16
II. TECHNOLOGY GOALS OF THE INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS ............................................. 16
TECHNOLOGY PLANNING .................................................................................................. 17
TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ........................................................... 18
CURRICULUM INTEGRATION ........................................................................................... 19
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES AND INTERNET ACCESS .................................... 20
BUDGET AND FUNDING ...................................................................................................... 21
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION ..................................................................................... 21
III. TECHNOLOGY GOALS TIMELINE FOR THE CATHOLIC SCHOOL ........................... 22
OFFICE AND THE INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS .......................................................................... 22
ANNUALLY ............................................................................................................................. 22
June 30, 2014-June 30, 2017 .................................................................................................. 22
School Year - 2014-2015 ........................................................................................................... 25
School Year - 2015-2016 ........................................................................................................... 26
School Year - 2016-2017 ........................................................................................................... 27
Bibliography ................................................................................................................................ 28
Appendices ................................................................................................................................... 29
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Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Catholic Schools Office Technology Plan
Submitted to the Catholic Conference of Ohio October 18, 2013
Approved
November 26, 2013
The CSO technology plan was assembled by
Sherry Gabert
Assistant Superintendent
Archdiocese of Cincinnati
With grateful appreciation for assistance from
Dr. Jim Rigg Cathy Bever
Sr. Helen Lucille Habig, R.S.M. Susie Gibbons
Bob Haygood Chris Pastura
Jeri Maschinot Denise Austing
Mickie Gummer Chris Iacobucci
Pat Ripley Wayne Morse
Dr. Laura Meibers Dave Bogle
Christy Pappert Dawn Hamilton
John Mexiner Bill Baele
Beth Budd Kevin Stachowski
Kelly Wenzel Jake Johnson
Karen Day Sean Ater
and in appreciation for the collective wisdom of all principals, technology and media coordinators throughout the
Archdiocese of Cincinnati
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TECHNOLOGY PLAN June 30, 2014 -June 30, 2017
MISSION STATEMENT
Vital to the evangelizing and educational mission of the Catholic Church, we are Christ-Centered communities dedicated to faith formation, academic excellence, and individual
growth of our students, all rooted in the Gospel Message of Jesus.
VISION STATEMENT
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE AREA
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati is comprised of 113 schools (90 elementary, 20 secondary, 2 K-12 and 1 7-12) covering 19 counties in the southwestern corner of the state of Ohio. The territory extends from Cincinnati on the south to Celina on the northern border. These schools have an enrollment of 44,732 students and 2747 teachers and are served by a professional staff of thirteen in the Catholic Schools Office. (Appendix 1)
United in our celebrated diversity, we are vibrant Catholic communities and models of
excellence and innovation that welcome and inspire all students to be faithful leaders in the
modern world.
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE
ARCHDIOCESE OF CINCINNATI
INTRODUCTION The primary goal of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Schools Office Technology Plan is
to promote the technological advancement of the individual schools through the incorporation of
technology into the curriculum, as directed by individual schools’ technology plans, and for the
purpose of achieving the schools’ educational objectives. In conjunction with the Archdiocesan
technology initiatives and in consultation with the Regional Director who focuses in technology
and other Catholic Schools Office staff members, the schools progress toward a technologically
self-sufficient status using the resources and personnel in their school and parish communities.
I. TECHNOLOGY GOALS OF THE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE
PERSONNEL AND OFFICE ENVIRONMENT
Personnel - To enhance technological literacy of all Catholic Schools Office personnel; to
educate personnel in a variety of legal matters related to advising schools on technology issues;
to retain a Regional Director with a focus in technology to assist schools in the integration of
technology into the curriculum
All Catholic Schools Office staff members are involved in the technology planning and
curriculum integration process. Staff will select to attend various workshops, in-services,
conference sessions which enhance technology skills specific to their needs and interests.
Catholic Schools Office staff members will be informed of issues pertinent to their
responsibilities in that regard, and plan principal meetings which address those issues.
Office Environment - To continue to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies, to
upgrade technology hardware and software used in the Catholic Schools Office Archdiocese
Tech Personnel
Issues to address from 2014-17 include replacement and maintenance of aging office equipment,
and the ongoing challenge of security and adequate storage. Budget constraints as well as time
constraints of support personnel create additional limits on innovative planning. However,
continuing goals for the Cincinnati, Dayton and Sidney offices, including communication via
Skype, use of cloud–based storage programs and bulk purchase of software.
Office Communications - To maintain and improve efficiency of Catholic Schools Office print
materials in the form of Email and/ or Website resource distribution
All communications possible are provided by way of Email and/or by way of the Archdiocese of
Cincinnati Catholic Schools Webpage, www.catholiccincinnati.org/schools (Appendix 9).
Catholic Schools Office staff and administrative assistants frequently collaborate on ease of use,
appearance, content, and effectiveness of the Catholic Schools Office Webpage, and in
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conjunction with the marketing Webpage. The Educator Data Center (EDC) on the CSO page is
a web-based resource for certification. Principals access the EDC to query and update school
data, current school educators’ data, and current year subjects for their school’s educators. All
educators access the EDC to query and update personal data such as address and educational
background information, and to query CEU and certification data.
Other resources on the CSO website include Forms for Professional Development, which
includes IPDPs, LPDC forms and Entry Year forms; Curriculum Resources which has the
Teacher Resource Station of over 500 curricular websites (Appendix 9); Workshops and links to
other providers such as colleges and institutes, updated weekly; Technology links which includes
the latest technology information and forms. The Principal News is a pass-worded section
developed for communications directly with principals. A teacher newsletter is emailed to all
schools on a bi-weekly basis and archived on the curriculum resources Webpage. The CSO
Webpage is also used for recruitment of educators and substitute teachers. All schools can post
position openings for principals and teachers, and the substitute link outlines the process for
certification and substitute training opportunities. The Teacher Candidate Database remains
active for prospective teacher candidates to submit information on their credentials. Principals
design search queries to match candidates to the open position.
Instruction on the use of the Webpage and Principal’s News Layer, usability of Email and the
Webpage communication throughout the Archdiocese will be given to new principals and new
teachers as needed. The Webpage continues to grow toward the goal of effective paperless
communication. Effectiveness of CSO Email to schools and the CSO Webpage is periodically
analyzed by use of Survey Monkey, a web based survey used to compile individual school
responses.
Marketing Initiative – To utilize technology resources in the marketing of all Catholic Schools
of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Archdiocesan Catholic Schools Marketing Objectives and Initiatives
Objectives:
1. Promote the value of Catholic education broadly and consistently throughout the year
2. Aid prospective students and families in their school searches
3. Provide marketing support for schools
4. Secure centralized resources and special pricing for services and marketing materials
5. Build collaboration between and among schools
12 month Communication plan across various media with the goal of creating a continual,
low frequency positive buzz about our Catholic Schools:
1. Monthly and seasonal calendar of themes to apply across all medium
2. Continual, rigorous focus on Athletics, Academics, Service, Scholarship; School
programs, student success stories, and extracurricular activities as a basis for developing
human interest stories.
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3. Proactive public relations plan promoting Catholic Education in conjunction with
Archdiocesan Public Relations (CT/Web/Clergy Communications/Social Media)
4. Research digital communication best methods, return, effectiveness reaching target
audiences and best practices
5. Create process for submission of PR from individual schools
Attract and Aid prospective Students and parents in their school search:
1. Bundled TV media plan to showcase schools and drive open house traffic
2. Virtual tour videos of schools for school websites, and promo
3. “YouTube” style video contest: high school and elementary
Produced by kids, topic is a day in their school life
Top contestants run on a TV spot
Viewers vote on WKRC.com where banner ads and school segments are posted
4. Catholic Telegraph page devoted to Catholic Schools each month
5. Radio promotion of Catholic Schools and open houses
6. Social Media campaign
7. Promote Catholic High Schools in our Grade Schools (posters and beyond)
8. Engage the Parishes and Pastors
Provide Marketing Support specific to the needs of our high schools:
1. Needs assessment from high school admissions directors & other school leaders; (High
Schools and elementary schools have significantly different needs)
2. Data from Superintendent’s report, financial vitality metric, HSPT, and grade school
database
3. Consultation and services focused on aligning the staff to deliver the high school’s
specific desired experience to students and families
4. Design consultation
5. Landscape assessment highlighting all area schools’ messaging to aid differentiation
6. Brand Strategy and organizational change consultation
Provide Marketing Support specific to the needs of our elementary schools
1. Needs assessment from elementary school leaders
2. Data from Superintendent’s report, financial vitality metric, HSPT, ITBS
3. Design consultation
4. Path to purchase process
5. Creating a positive open house experience
6. Leveraging parish and pastor resources
Negotiated rates, option for negotiated media buys, and resource referral for producing
marketing materials
1. Option for shared media buys
2. Graphic designers specializing in print materials, logos, web design
3. Preferred Printer
4. Yard Signs- negotiated rate and pro bono artwork
5. Billboards
6. Other media
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Professional Development Work Shops
1. Provide workshops throughout the year targeted to the needs of our schools Examples
are:
a. Aligning staff & employee engagement to deliver the brand promise
b. Getting the best results from paid advertising
c. Effective messaging
d. Marketing 101 basics
e. Creating a positive and effective open house experience
f. Marketing sessions for new principals
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Archdiocese of Cincinnati Media Plan –Calendar of Events
August-November
Message Media Location/Audience
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses
Radio Greater Cincinnati
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses (Spanish)
Radio Greater Cincinnati
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses
Posters to all elementary/parishes Entire Archdiocese
Value of Catholic High School & HSPT
Bulletin Announcements to all parishes (Clergy Communications)
Entire Archdiocese
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses
Facebook 14K Arch Facebook followers; ancillary Facebook sites
Value of Catholic Education Facebook Entire Archdiocese
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses
TV Dayton/North
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses (Individual Schools Featured)
TV Greater Cincinnati/Dayton
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses
Print: Catholic Telegraph Entire Archdiocese
Catholic High Schools & Open Houses
Print & Digital: DDN Dayton/North
Value of Catholic Education Print: Comm. Press Guide (Fall) Greater Cincinnati
Value of Catholic Education Banner: Indoor Sports Venues (Soccer)
Entire Archdiocese
Catholic Education Features Print & Digital: Catholic Telegraph Entire Archdiocese
Value of Catholic Schools Video Contest: YouTube & Sites Entire Archdiocese
November - March
Message Media Location/Audience
Value of Catholic education Radio Greater Cincinnati
HSPT Marketing & Academic Data Principals’ Meetings Entire Archdiocese
Celebration of Catholic Schools Print: CSW Community Press Greater Cincinnati
Celebration of Catholic Schools Print: Various Magazines Greater Cincinnati/Dayton
Value of Catholic Education Bulletin Announcements to all parishes (Clergy Communications)
Entire Archdiocese
Catholic Schools & Open Houses (General)
Facebook & Website 14K Arch Facebook followers; ancillary Facebook sites
Value of Catholic Education Facebook Entire Archdiocese
Value of Catholic Education TV Dayton/North
Catholic Schools & Open Houses (Individual Schools Featured)
TV Greater Cincinnati/Dayton
Value of Catholic Education Print: CSW: Catholic Telegraph Entire Archdiocese
Value of Catholic Education Print & Digital: DDN Dayton/North
Value of Catholic Education Print: Comm. Press Guide (Spring) Greater Cincinnati
Value of Catholic Education Banner: Indoor Sports Venues (Soccer)
Entire Archdiocese
Catholic Education Features Print & Digital: Catholic Telegraph Entire Archdiocese
Value of Catholic Schools Video Contest: YouTube & Sites Entire Archdiocese
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April – July
Message Media Location/Audience
Value of Catholic education Radio Greater Cincinnati
Celebration of Catholic Schools Print: Various Magazines Greater Cincinnati/Dayton
Catholic Schools Facebook & Website 14K Arch Facebook followers; ancillary Facebook sites
Value of Catholic Education Facebook Entire Archdiocese
Value of Catholic Education TV Dayton/North
Value of Catholic Education Print: CSW: Catholic Telegraph Entire Archdiocese
Value of Catholic Education Print & Digital: DDN Dayton/North
Value of Catholic Education Banner: Indoor Sports Venues (Soccer)
Entire Archdiocese
Catholic Education Features Print & Digital: Catholic Telegraph Entire Archdiocese
TECHNOLOGY PLANNING AND COORDINATION Technology Committees and Technology Plans – To provide assistance to school technology
coordinators and committees as they implement on-going plans to achieve seamless integration
of technology into the curriculum
On-going support will be provided in the form of technology plan guidelines (Appendix 3),
resources, consultations, and professional development opportunities. All technology plans are
kept on file in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Office for Educational Services, in the Daniel E.
Pilarczyk Center. With the publication of the State of Ohio Technology Standards completed in
2004, the Archdiocese communicates its directives on an individual school basis regarding
alignment of schools’ technology plans with that document, as well with the 2007 revised ISTE
technology standards for students and the Universal Services Schools and Libraries Division
(SLD) technology plan guidelines.
Technology Coordination - To facilitate coordination of technology planning and
implementation among the schools, and all dioceses of Ohio
A technology survey of all Archdiocesan schools conducted during 2013 (Appendix 6) via Survey
Monkey, a web-based data base, provides data to assess the technology status, resources, and
needs of all archdiocesan schools, and to assist in the future planning process. Information from
that survey is provided to schools at principals’ and technology and media coordinators’
meetings, and on an individual school basis as data is requested. A mechanism for such meetings
continues to be discussed, envisioned as a rotating committee of technology coordinators and
business managers from diocesan schools, and divided by local areas (one tech person in each
area/one year period attendance at monthly meetings). The 1:1 committee would serve as a
strong arm for schools in dealing with vendors in consortium purchasing.
Technology Coordinators of all dioceses of Ohio also meet as opportunities allow, and frequently
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communicate for the purpose of coordinating technology initiatives and integration of
technology into the classroom.
Technology Coordinator Meetings - To hold annual or semi-annual information and sharing
meetings for all the technology and media coordinators; to promote attendance at Instructional
Technology Centers (ITC) technology coordinator meetings throughout the Archdiocese.
Each elementary and high school identifies a technology coordinator and an Internet coordinator
(librarian/ library media specialist), a network of individuals for the initiation and support of
technology applications (Appendix 2). Each school is assigned to a cluster, meetings for these
clusters will be held in various schools’ technology labs. Host schools provide information
specific to the implementation of unique technology integration initiatives. ITC’s hold semi-
annual or annual meetings for non-public schools. Archdiocesan communications to the schools
inform them of specific ITC site meeting dates and encourage attendance.
Technology and Media Coordinator Communications - The Regional Director with a focus in
Technology maintains an updated Email list of technology and media coordinators from all
Archdiocesan schools. Frequent Emails from, to, and among technology and media coordinators
address individual schools’ concerns. The Catholic Schools Office Website provides a monthly
Technology Update in the Principal News which provides the following: Websites for
curriculum integration, opportunities and deadlines such as conference and workshop
registrations, news of note, E-rate and other funding matters, current grant opportunities, and
upcoming meetings. H/CCA, the Cincinnati area ITC, provides a listserv for Cincinnati area
teachers and tech/media coordinators to address current technology integration concerns. In
addition, eTech Ohio provides a listserv which the CSO encourages technology coordinators to
monitor for technical assistance and information exchange.
TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Teacher & Administrator Professional Development – To assess specific needs for, and to
provide on-going technology professional development opportunities
The Catholic Schools Office contracts with several professional development specialists on a
regular basis to provide Title II funded teacher and administrator in-services integrating
technology into the curriculum. All CSO Assistant Superintendents themselves provide or
contract with teachers and administrators throughout the Archdiocese and outside speakers to
present workshops for both experienced and incoming teachers, (examples in Appendix 7 and 8),
provided with Title IIA funding.
In school years 2014-2017 the Archdiocese will continue to contract with technology in-service
specialists and with Archdiocesan teachers and administrators to present workshops with Title II-
A funding.
Professional Expectations - To assist administrators to develop realistic faculty
expectations for the incorporation of technology into the curriculum
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The Catholic Schools Office encourages administrators to establish expectations for faculty and
themselves to incorporate technology into the curriculum. Schools’ accreditation strategies and
faculties’ individual professional development plans are vehicles for implementation and
overseeing of these goals on a yearly basis. The Archdiocese of Cincinnati Guidelines for
Implementation of ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards and Competencies is the
guiding document for professional technology skills development for teachers of grades K-12.
Summer Technology Integration Workshops - To help facilitate summer workshops for
teachers and administrators
Archdiocesan schools have largely transitioned to ownership of their summer technology in-
services, as specific needs for the individual school staff becomes apparent. The Director of
Curriculum and Assessment with a focus in Special Needs arranges and plans workshops. In
addition, the Archdiocese contracts with Title II-A funded technology specialists to teach
summer in-services for technology incorporation.
Partnering for Technology Training - To partner with professional organizations, universities,
and vendors for the purpose of technology training
Universities and organizations such as SOITA, eTech, Xavier University, The College of Mt. St.
Joseph, and the University of Dayton provide a variety of technology education offerings.
Various vendors are available to provide technology in-services independently in cooperation
with the Archdiocese, and at special conferences such as eTech, Ohio Catholic Education
Association, SOITA, and Catholic Schools Office Principal Meetings.
In addition, ITCs for schools’ Internet connectivity continue to provide workshops and sessions
for technology training and in-service. H/CCA, MDECA, WOCO and SWOCA are ITC leaders
in providing such services to Archdiocesan teachers and technology coordinators.
RESOURCES
Technology Standards and Competencies – To publish and promote guidelines for
implementation of ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards and Competencies in the
schools of the Archdiocese
Beginning in 2000, the Catholic Schools Office publishes its own Technology Standards and
Competencies for Archdiocesan schools, Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Schools Office
Guidelines for Implementation of the ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards (AoC S&C).
The current 2014-2017 document is based on the International Society for Technology in
Education (ISTE) Standards, and the Ohio Technology Learner Profiles. It is found on the
Catholic Schools Office Webpage: http://www.catholiccincinnati.org/wp-
content/uploads/2011/03/11-14TechStandards.pdf
Curriculum Integration Resources - To provide the necessary resources to implement
technology applications into the curriculum in direct correlation with the Archdiocese of
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Cincinnati Graded Course of Study; To address media literacy issues; To help students and
teachers understand the legal and ethical challenges of using electronic resources; To establish
competencies for keyboard training and other technology skill applications for elementary
students; To encourage elementary grade-level teams and high school departments to promote
and to inform the archdiocesan schools’ of successes with technology integration
With the publication of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Schools Office Guidelines for
Implementation of the ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards, the above areas receive
emphasis during the tenure of the plan. The CSO Webpage will continue to provide the Teacher
Resource Station Website, a K-12 teacher and administrator reference for Websites
recommended for curriculum integration by Archdiocesan teachers.
Archdiocesan Elementary Graded Courses of Study for science, social studies, math, and
language arts include technology applications and websites as educational resources (Appendix 5).
Graded Courses of Study published in the future will also include resources for integration of
technology. The Catholic Schools Office provides professional development opportunities to
acquaint teachers and administrators with these resources.
The Catholic Schools Office annually studies Archdiocesan Grades 2-12 Iowa and Ohio
Graduation Test results. Professional development for teachers of targeted subject areas is
projected to assist with effective integration of technology with the schools’ continuous
improvement plans in those areas.
Vendors - To initiate and maintain contact with a variety of technology vendors
Vendor contact (hardware, software, wiring, connectivity, maintenance, security) has proven
important in assuring the schools committed assistance in technology. When appropriate, group
discounts and educational buy programs are initiated.
Professional Resources - To attend meetings and conferences of professional organizations and
to encourage participants from individual schools to attend
The Catholic Schools Office will maintain contact with a variety of professional organizations
such as SOITA, ISTE, CCO, USCC, NCEA, OITP, ASCD, INFOhio, Classroom Connect, in
order to keep central office staff and schools informed about professional topics and to distribute
information pertaining to technology issues. The Regional Director with a focus in technology
serves as a member of the Board of Directors of SOITA (Southwestern Ohio Instructional
Technology Association). Through their annual membership fees to SOITA and DA Sites,
schools receive technical assistance and opportunities for professional development in a variety
of matters related to their technology initiatives.
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES AND INTERNET ACCESS
Telecommunication Services - To evaluate the telecommunication services at the Catholic
Schools Office and implement enhancements as desired and necessary
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Local and long distance telephone service is provided by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and is
not a responsibility of the Catholic Schools Office itself. However, input to the directors
involved is given as requested on a regular basis regarding phone service issues. Individual
schools are encouraged to evaluate their phone service, Internet connectivity, and distance
learning goals and strategies on a regular basis.
Website - To continue the development of the Catholic Schools Office Website
Refer to Office Communications, page 5.
E-mail - To continue to send and receive information via electronic means on a daily basis to
and from the schools
E-mail accounts will be updated as needed for each school, allowing for a reliable daily
exchange of communication. All Catholic Schools Office staff will continue to communicate
locally and globally by E-mail, as well as keep abreast of changes in E-mail protocol, E-mail
management skills, and E-mail security issues. The Catholic Schools Office will continue to
develop E-mail lists of principals by geographic area, Technology and Media Coordinators,
Secondary Curriculum Chairpersons, and others as the opportunity and need arises for specific
E-mail communications. Ethical issues of E-mail availability and use in the workplace continue
to be emphasized.
Internet Connectivity - To provide schools with the necessary information and resources to
continue to upgrade their Internet connection
Through on-going communication with the seven ITCs serving the schools, resources will
continue to be provided to help schools assess their needs and provide for increased Internet
connectivity. Ohio’s Third Frontier Network through OSCnet, scheduled for completion in 2007,
will provide fiber connectivity to all Ohio public and non-public schools. (OSCnet is a dedicated
high-speed fiber-optic network linking Ohio colleges and universities with research facilities to
promote research and economic development. Over 1,600 miles of fiber create the network
backbone connecting colleges and universities, K-12 schools, and communities together.)
Responsible Use of Technology Policy - To provide schools with a Responsible Use of
Technology Policy and information on implementation
The Acceptable Use Policy is reviewed annually for necessary updates (Appendix 4). Schools
are reminded annually in the fall, and at opportune times throughout the year, of the necessity to
adhere to the RUoTP and to keep required signatures on file. The policy is compliant with the
Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA).
Webpage Guidelines – To provide schools with archdiocesan approved guidelines for school
WebPages
Webpage guidelines, are reviewed and revised annually, as needed. Schools are strongly advised
to adhere to all statements (Appendix 4).
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Internet Professional Development -To continue to provide resources on integrating the
Internet into the curriculum.
Archdiocesan teachers who have developed web based curricular activities will continue to be
utilized as instructors for professional development. Professional development credit will
offered to teachers for doing web based curriculum research. In addition, the Catholic Schools
Office provides information to schools about other Internet professional development
opportunities such as those provided by SOITA, INFOhio, and ITCs.
Online-Learning – To provide schools with the resources and professional development
opportunities to effectively use online learning opportunities to enhance and deliver classroom
instruction.
Archdiocesan high schools and some elementary schools are offering an on-line learning
component to their courses.
Instructional Technology Centers (ITCs) - To maintain a cooperative and supportive
relationship with the seven ITCs which serve the Archdiocese of Cincinnati
These state-funded agencies provide Internet connectivity to the majority of the schools as well
as technology training and curriculum integration opportunities. ITCs serving the Archdiocese of
Cincinnati schools include H/CCA, SWOCA, MDECA, MVECA, WOCO, and NOACSC.
BUDGET AND FUNDING
Budgeting - To provide resources for preparing a school technology budget; To encourage
schools to have technology as a line item in the budget. To encourage schools to include
technology needs in any school/parish capital campaign
Schools receive no money from the Archdiocese and are responsible for their own financial
resources relative to technology expenses.
Financial Resources - To make schools aware of the financial resources available for
technology initiatives
Money to finance Archdiocesan school technology initiatives will come from a variety of
sources including Administrative Cost Reimbursement Funds, Auxiliary Services Funds, Title II
Funds, Ohio eTech and Professional Development Grants, individual school funds including
student technology fees, other grant monies, vendor contributions, and private donations.
E-rate – To provide the necessary resources and encouragement for schools to participate in the
E-rate process
All Archdiocesan schools are directed to seek E-rate assistance on the SLD (Schools and
Libraries Division of the Universal Services Administration) Website in order to obtain the most
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current and accurate information. As of 2009, each school is responsible for filing E-rate for
Internet connectivity. Archdiocese of Cincinnati Office for Educational Services, in the Daniel
E. Pilarczyk Center compiles, submits, and keeps on file the verification of Archdiocesan E-rate
data for the SLD.
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION
Assessment and Evaluation - To assess and evaluate annually the telecommunication services,
hardware, software, curriculum integration and other technology services of the Catholic
Schools Office as well as the services of the individual schools; to make mid-course corrections
as needed
This will be accomplished through a variety of methods including both objective and subjective
means. The Regional Director who focuses in technology along with other Catholic Schools
Office staff members will evaluate annually the technology plan (goals and strategies) of the
Catholic Schools Office and make recommendations for the implementation of new or upgraded
technology services, equipment, software, and connectivity. The Regional Director who focuses
in technology, and the Catholic Schools Office staff members will review technology plans,
conduct informal on-site evaluations, if needed in relation to review by the Schools and Libraries
Division of Universal Services Administration (SLD), or in the processes of principal
evaluations, will facilitate meetings, review curriculum practices, initiate surveys, and monitor
student achievement of individual schools to assess the use of technology. Surveys are
conducted periodically, approximately every two to three years to evaluate many aspects of the
technology programs in the individual schools (Appendix 6). Of continual importance is the
attention to making mid-course adjustments to the technology plans of the office and schools as
warranted. The next major survey will be in 2015. Technology will remain a major component in
long-range planning as many schools plan re-structuring and consolidations in the future.
Resource for evaluation of technology in the curriculum
http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Academic-Content-Standards/Technology/Integrating-
Technology-into-the-Model-Curriculum
II. TECHNOLOGY GOALS OF THE INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS
The Catholic Schools Office of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati provides direct support and
consultation services on technology issues to the schools as listed below and as evidenced by the
Catholic Schools Office technology goals and initiatives stated previously. The primary goal of
the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Schools Office Technology Plan is to promote the
technological advancement of the individual schools through the incorporation of technology
into the curriculum, as directed by individual schools’ technology plans, and for the purpose of
achieving the schools’ educational objectives. Each school has its own financial resources and
does not receive technology funding from the Catholic Schools Office. The goals presented in
this document are general goals that apply to all schools. Each school develops its own
technology plan to document the school-specific details associated with general goals and then
files its own technology plan at the Catholic Schools Office, Archbishop Daniel E. Pilarczyk
Center.
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TECHNOLOGY PLANNING
“Blending a Vision for Technology Integration
with Continuous Improvement Planning” eTech Ohio LIT project
Technology Vision for the successful integration of technology: To embrace a three-tiered
system needed in order for the integration of technology to be successful—
Tier I – Archdiocesan School Office
Sets standards for administrators and teachers in technology.
Develops the Archdiocesan Technology Plan.
Provides and promotes ongoing Professional development for
teachers and administrators.
Tier II – School Administration
Conducts a needs assessment.
Develops realistic faculty expectations.
Sets the tone for technology integration.
Provides ongoing and extensive guidance and support.
Articulates a technology vision.
Provides teacher in-service throughout the year.
Sets an example by using technology.
Maintains adequate information systems to support technology
integration
Tier III – School Faculty
Takes time to become familiar with technology.
Participates in on-site instruction.
Attends in-service training.
Takes college courses.
Accepts coaching knowledgeable colleagues.
Attends conferences.
Pursues advanced courses.
Develops an understanding of personal teaching style.
Adapts to change.
Adapted from We Can’t See the Vision If Our Eyes Are Closed
Deborah A. Schwope, Assistant Principal,
Resurrection Catholic School, Lakeland, Florida.
From: Examples of the Integration of Technology in the Classroom
Department of Elementary Schools, NCEA
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Robert J. Kealey, Ed.D., Editor ©2000
Technology Committees - To maintain a school technology committee composed of
knowledgeable stakeholders: principals, teachers, parents, students, business leaders,
technology vendors, and other community resource persons as determined by each school
Schools are provided written guidelines for technology committees in the 2014-2017
Archdiocese of Cincinnati Guidelines for Implementation of the ISTE and State of Ohio
Technology Standards and Competencies (Appendix 5).
Technology Plans - To maintain and revise the current written school technology plan to
guide the planning and implementation of technology
Since 1997, technology resources and consultation services are provided by the staff members of
the Catholic Schools Office on an on-going basis to help schools develop, revise, and assess their
technology plans. Each year schools are encouraged to review and update their plans, to make
mid-course changes, and file the revised and/or updated plan with the Catholic Schools Office.
Each school is advised annually of the status of its technology plan as either current or in need of
revision. Technology planning guidelines (Appendix 3) are available on-line from the Catholic
Schools Office Webpage, under the Technology tab. The guidelines are aligned with the School
and Libraries Division of Universal Services.org (SLD), administered by the Federal
Communications Commission.
Technology Needs Assessment - To conduct an annual technology audit that will include an
inventory of all technology equipment, resources and connectivity, as well as an inventory of
professional development needs
An assessment of the infrastructure should take place prior to beginning an initial technology or
upgrade project. Schools also need to assess the status of technology integration into information
systems aspects of the school, including attendance, report cards, record keeping, learning
management systems, student files, and marketing, and school webpage.
Technology Guidelines for Schools Closing or Consolidating –to implement procedures for
storage and disbursement of hardware, software, and other technology resources as directed by
the Catholic Schools Office and the public school district of ownership.
Schools which close or consolidate follow Catholic Schools Office guidelines listed in Appendix
3, and guidelines of the school’s public district in the case of Auxiliary Services funded
technology materials and equipment.
TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Professional Development - To provide on-going technology professional development
opportunities for teachers at the building level including basic applications, Internet resources
and curriculum integration activities; To inform teachers and encourage teacher participation
in the many technology professional development opportunities offered by the Catholic Schools
Office and other community and professional organizations
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Iowa and Ohio Graduation Test results will be studied to determine areas of strength and
weakness. The Catholic Schools Office will create technological resources to assist
administrators to interpret and communicate test scores. Technology resources which address
areas of weakness will be reviewed and recommended for use by teachers with students.
Professional development will be planned for teachers of targeted subject areas, as well as for the
development of necessary technology skills aligned with Archdiocesan Standards and
Competencies.
The Archdiocese continues to partner with local colleges and universities for professional
development. Since 2004, Xavier University has been working with Cincinnati area Catholic
schools to develop leadership and strengthen core subject programs. The University of Dayton
has been collaborating with Archdiocesan schools in the Excellence Initiative.
All Archdiocesan educators are expected to participate in Title II Archdiocesan sponsored in-
services, in-house in-services, or professional development workshops sponsored by outside
providers. Schools’ OCSAA goal and strategies and educators’ Individual Professional
Development Plans guide the planning and implementation of in-services specific to the
technology initiatives and needs of each school.
Conferences - To encourage and enable school staffs to attend technology conferences.
Teachers and administrators will be informed of funding available for registrations for SOITA,
eTech, OCEA, NCEA, Classroom Connect, NECC, and other technology conferences.
Summer Technology Workshops –To provide and take advantage of various funding for on-
site workshops for their own teachers; to encourage teachers to take advantage of numerous
workshops sponsored by educational and professional organizations, as well as the
Archdiocese’s numerous workshops are in process both during the school year and in the
summer as document-ed previously in this plan.
Budget - To establish a Professional Development Budget for Technology
In planning the technology budget, schools are encouraged to strive towards allocation of 40%
for professional development, in accordance with guidelines from the U.S. Department of
Education. Professional development budget sources include Title IIA, various grants, vendor
assistance, school fundraisers, independent donors, and others. Schools’ general budget
constraints present challenges which are often met with technology funding cutbacks.
CURRICULUM INTEGRATION
Curriculum Integration - To provide funding for and encourage attendance at workshops and
programs that support and foster integration of technology into the curriculum; To adopt
technology applications that support the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Graded Courses of Study; To
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adopt and implement the 2014-2017 Archdiocese Guidelines for Implementation of the ISTE and
State of Ohio Technology Standards and Competencies
Technology is an essential tool to help achieve curricular success for students. Engaged and
integrated learning via technology is an emphasis and an expectation. Schools provide teacher in-
services in the efficient use of this technology.
Keyboarding - To provide keyboard training for elementary students; to accomplish the
minimum competencies as outlined by the Archdiocesan Guidelines for Implementation of the
ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards and Competencies
Keyboarding instruction is essential. Professional development & resources for teachers,
technology coordinators, and teachers of keyboarding will be available and emphasized. Student
motivation techniques will be researched and implemented.
Digital Citizenship - To address with students and teachers the responsible, legal and ethical
usage of internet and electronic resources.
Refer to Acceptable Use Policy
Media Literacy- To address with students the terminology of media literacy.
Teacher in-services continue to be provided on this topic. Schools also conduct their own
programs in conjunction with the Archdiocese Graded Course of Study for Language Arts.
Library Media Specialists are a necessary component of the school’s technology environment.
High schools, in particular, will be expected to retain a certified Library Media Specialist to
assist all teaching staff in the incorporation of technology into the curriculum.
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES AND INTERNET ACCESS
Telecommunication Services – To continually evaluate telephone services.
Schools individually evaluate their own phone service as needed since the phone service is often
tied into the parish phone system..
Internet Connectivity and Implementation - To continually assess Internet connectivity and
services; To provide professional development opportunities for teachers on communication and
curricular applications of the Internet.
Since 1995-96, all schools of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati have been connected to the Internet.
At present, all schools are upgraded to DSL or fiber optic connections.
Online Learning - To evaluate online learning initiatives, strategies and programs; to
continually evaluate programs taking into consideration costs and program benefits.
Schools will continue to evaluate online learning and the fiscal ability to offer online learning.
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Responsible Use of Technology Policy - To require all students, teachers, administrators, and
school affiliated personnel to sign the Responsible Use of Technology Policy (RUoTP; formerly
AUP)
Schools will annually review the Responsible Use of Technology Policy (updated annually, the
last update in May 2012, Appendix 4) to ensure educational use of technology resources. Schools
develop school policies that further define acceptable use practices on the specific school’s
computers and/or network, and penalties for unacceptable use. Guidelines for appropriate and
ethical use of technology by students and employees in and out of the school environment
continue to be emphasized in 2014-2017, along with no reasonable expectation of privacy in the
use of computers on school property. School administrators, faculties, and Network
Administrators will develop emergency response plans for unacceptable use. All schools were
notified of the revised “Internet Acceptable Use Policy” in 2012. The revised policy is posted
annually to the Catholic Schools Office Website.
BUDGET AND FUNDING
Budget - To ensure and foster the implementation of technology through the development of a
comprehensive annual budget for technology which includes expenditures for hardware,
software, connectivity, technical support, televisions, phone service, infrastructure, wiring,
security, disaster recovery, maintenance, and professional development.
Technology is a line item in schools’ budgets. Money to fund technology initiatives can come
from a variety of sources. In the 2009 technology survey of Archdiocesan schools, the estimated
total budget of all schools was $7,814,657. Budgets for the individual schools range from $1500
to $980,000.
E-rate – To participate in the federal E-rate program
Schools are encouraged to assess annually the value of participating in the E-rate program for
discounts on telecommunication services, Internet access, and internal connections. One hundred
seven of the one hundred fourteen schools apply for E-rate.
Auxiliary Funds – To utilize auxiliary funds
Schools will be encouraged to budget a portion of their auxiliary money toward technology.
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION
Assessment and Evaluation - To review on-going assessment and evaluation strategies; To
annually assess and evaluate the implementation of technology applications (hardware,
software, telecommunication services, etc.) in the administrative and curricular areas of the
schools (through informal and formal methods including sharing, surveys, testing, research,
consultation, and observation); To make mid-course corrections as needed
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Schools’ technology plans, goals and strategies, programs, and technology committee
effectiveness should be evaluated annually. School Improvement Plans, Individual Professional
Development Plans of school staff, and school accreditation documentations will guide in the
assessment processes.
III. TECHNOLOGY GOALS TIMELINE FOR THE CATHOLIC SCHOOL
OFFICE AND THE INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS
ANNUALLY
June 30, 2014-June 30, 2017
Assessment and Evaluation - To assess the needs of the Catholic Schools Office and the
individual schools related to technology services and applications; to evaluate this plan and
adopt new yearly goals and strategies and/or revise goals and strategies based on assessment
findings and research on current best practices
The following guiding questions taken from Edie L. Holcomb’s text, Asking the Right
Questions (2nd Edition, 2001), in conjunction with the OhioSchoolNet/eTech Ohio LIT project
data, are encouraged for use in the assessment process:
Where are we now?
Where do we want to go?
How will we get there?
How will we know we are (getting) there?
How will we sustain focus and momentum?
Curriculum Integration - To enhance the integration of technology into the curriculum
The Catholic Schools Office is committed to active learning which includes encouraging the use
of technology in all curricular areas. The use of technology as a teaching tool is modeled at
meetings and in-services with principals. In the role of instructional leader, principals are
encouraged to look for use of technology in curricular and cross curricular teaching methods.
Teachers who integrate leading-edge technology showcased and encouraged to share with other
teachers in the building and in other schools. In addition, by way of the eTech listserv, the
Catholic Schools Office Webpage, monthly technology updates, the H/CCA listserv, and other
web based communications tools as well as individual schools’ Websites, teachers share a
multitude of technology integration suggestions not previously available in an easily accessible
format.
To blend a vision for technology integration with continuous improvement planning in targeted
academic areas:
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District averages and item analysis of the Grades 2nd
-7th
grade Iowa tests, Ohio
Graduation Tests and other assessment mechanisms will be studied to determine areas of
strength and greatest needs.
Software, websites, streaming video, mobile learning and other emerging technologies
which address areas of greatest need will be reviewed, shared in a variety of ways, and
recommended for use by teachers and students.
Professional development of K -12 teachers will be provided to enable teachers to
integrate technology effectively into the curriculum to address the greatest needs.
Individual Professional Development Plan– Schools would encourage teachers to attend
PD in technology integration.
Schools will be encouraged to have a technology certified staff member to address
technology integration.
Professional Development – To evaluate and initiate technology-related professional
development opportunities.
Both the Catholic Schools Office and individual schools of the Archdiocese will continue to
offer and advertise, by way of the Catholic Schools Office Webpage, workshops geared to
incorporation of technology into the curriculum. The Catholic Schools Office will continue to
inform and strongly encourage administrators and teachers to participate in the following:
● Archdiocese of Cincinnati Title II Funded Technology Workshops
● SOITA workshops
● eTech Conference; OCEA; NCEA
● Other national technology conferences such as NECC (National Educational Computer
Conference) and ISTE
Technology Committees and Technology Plans - To have a functioning technology committee;
to have the comprehensive written technology plan in each school reviewed annually, based on
SLD and Archdiocesan guidelines.
Plans and committees vary greatly from school to school. Emphasis will be placed on
maintaining a technology plan which aligns with the guidelines for technology committees found
in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati CSO Guidelines for Implementation of the ISTE and State of
Ohio Technology Standards, and those of the SLD.
Networking, Hardware, and Software - To continue to encourage evaluation of the
infrastructure of the schools to allow for increased technology options; assessment and
evaluation of computers in the school environment and to provide for the addition of computers
in the classroom as well as the lab environment; evaluation of the school’s productivity,
administrative, library, and curricular software including its effectiveness and current delivery
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method; promotion of engaged learning with the availability of technology in the classroom;
promotion of proper disposal of outdated equipment
Many networks are aging and need to be replaced. Schools need to continually plan for their next
upgrade of networks and equipment. Computers, Interactive Whiteboards, and LCD projectors
will be utilized in the classroom as well as in lab settings. Software needs continual evaluation in
light of growing Web offerings and changing curricular needs. Schools are mindful of the need
to develop a plan for environmentally-safe disposal of outdated equipment.
E-rate and Internet Subsidy – To provide continued awareness and application direction for
schools applying for E-rate discounts; To assist schools in understanding the state’s 426 funding
allotments and planning for connectivity upgrades; to provide required E-rate documentation to
the Schools and Libraries Division of the Universal Services Administration
Schools will annually assess the value of participating in the E-rate program. Schools will be
notified of E-rate meetings provided by eTech for the purpose of correct application procedures,
and will be informed of E-rate management companies available to assist with the filing process.
Website – To redesign sections of the Catholic Schools Office website and encourage schools to
design, redesign if necessary, and maintain updated Websites in accordance with the Arch-
diocese of Cincinnati Responsible Use of Technology Policy and Archdiocese Webpage
Guidelines
Internet Connectivity and Resources – To continue to collaborate with Internet Service
Providers and schools, to enable increased Internet bandwidth for schools, to enable improved
access to Web resources and to provide teachers and technology coordinators with related
Internet professional development opportunities
Schools will be encouraged to maximize opportunities for Internet connectivity, Internet
delivered resources, and opportunities for professional development.
Responsible Use of Technology Policy – To address unacceptable use of technology
School administrators, faculties, network administrators will be advised to develop and/or
annually reassess school handbook policies and procedures for unacceptable use. Flexibility
should serve as a guiding principle.
Security– To encourage schools to protect the integrity and privacy of the school, staff and
students.
Schools will continually be aware when implementing technology of security issues. Compliance
issues of student privacy, network security, school data, email system and password protection.
Funding - To continue to seek additional funding to support the technology goals of the Catholic
Schools Office and individual schools
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The Catholic Schools Office continues to inform schools of related technology funding
opportunities.
Inclusion – To continue to seek funding and technology resources for students with special
needs
Professional Development emphasis will be placed on an Inclusion Workshops held annually.
1:1 Group (GCNPC) Mission: To encourage the consortium of schools in purchasing of
technology through the 1:1 Group.
In working with many Archdiocese of Cincinnati high school technology staff and in partnership
with CDW-G, the recognition to bring Archdiocesan schools together as a consortium is in its
third year. What this accomplishes is presenting the Archdiocesan schools as one large
purchasing entity to product vendors and manufacturers. This enables many of them to extend
discounts to the entire diocese that the schools can purchase on an individual basis. Examples of
this include Tablets, Microsoft, and DyKnow Licensing. These discounts were initiated through
programs run by the high schools, and the vendors have agreed to extend the same level of
discounts to all grade and middle schools as well. Moving forward any discounts obtained will
be extended to all Archdiocesan schools including grade, middle, and high schools. Another
benefit is that the schools can begin to share standards on various technologies so that
troubleshooting and tips can be shared between schools. An example would be to standardize on
one or two types of wireless access points for wireless implementations. This way if any school
has a question on configuration or setup, they will be able to use IT staff at other Archdiocesan
schools as a resource since they will have the experience of working with the same model. The
pricing and standards can be accessed at a dedicated CDW-G/Archdiocese web site,
http://www.cdwg.com/archcin that will be tailored specifically to the diocese. The items chosen
to be standards of technology will be featured and pricing corresponding to discounts extended to
the diocese will be posted as the lowest available pricing. CDW-G also acts as a tech resource,
and has access to specialists who focus specifically on advanced technologies such as security
and storage. They also have developed strong partnerships with many vendors and can bring
them onsite to present various industry technologies to many of the Archdiocesan IT staff at
once. In addition to these benefits, we are open to suggestions to best serve the technology needs
of the Archdiocesan schools.
Professional Development for Catholic School Educators - To promote professional
development collaboration opportunities among universities and the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
Schools will be encouraged to work with universities on professional development and
collaboration opportunities.
School Year - 2014-2015
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Resource Bank- To develop resources for addressing specific competencies in the Archdiocese
Guidelines for Implementation of ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards and
Competencies, to assist schools needing guidance in those areas
Technology Coordinators will be asked to share ideas for successful implementation of standards
difficult to address. These will be posted on the Appendices to the S&C, posted to monthly
technology updates, and disseminated at technology and media coordinators meetings. An
online database of lesson plans and/or lesson plans resources will also be developed.
Data Management –To encourage schools to all utilize one data management system
The Lighting the Way Vision for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati calls for one data management
system for all schools. The goal is to have every school on one system so that reports to the
Catholic Schools Office, Catholic Conference of Ohio and other state reporting can be done
productively.
Social Media Policy – A social media policy will be created for Archdioceses of Cincinnati
Catholic Schools
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati Technology Committee will produce a social media policy for
Archdiocese of Catholic Schools. Presently a social media policy is written for the Archdiocese.
School Year - 2015-2016
Standardized Digital Environment – To encourage Archdiocese Schools to adhere to the
standards of a digital environment in a Catholic School.
The AOC tech committee will form a recommended template for a digital environment.
Green Schools – To encourage AOC schools to move toward a “green” environment and
appropriate disposal of used equipment.
Environmentally certified checklist:
http://www.usgbc.org/sites/default/files/LEED%202009%20List%20of%20ACPs.pdf
Green Source: http://www.centerforgreenschools.org/main-nav/k-12/what.aspx
AOC Building Management- http://www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-offices/finance/risk-
management/
Learning on mobile devices – To bring 21st Century learning tools into the classroom.
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Schools will be encouraged to transform paper-and-pencil lessons into stimulating mobile
learning activities. Students will collaborate through this technology and share documents.
Policies will need to be developed for devices brought from home.
Graded Courses of Study – To encourage schools to develop technology lessons using Graded
Course of Study.
Updated Graded Courses of Study will be published by the Catholic Schools Office which will
include technology resources.
Technology Survey – To have all schools complete a technology survey as an assessment and
evaluation tool; to publish documentation of the results to the school communities
A technology survey will be completed by all of the schools to assess the current state of their
equipment, resources, professional development activities, technology-related services, and
technology plans
School Year - 2016-2017
Digital Portfolio – Schools will be encouraged to use e portfolio for student progress.
Resources: https://sites.google.com/site/eportfolioapps/Home
Technology Standards and Competencies – To evaluate and revise the 2014-2017 Archdiocese
of Cincinnati Guidelines for Implementing ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards and
Competencies
Revision will be based on
1) changes in the ISTE and State of Ohio Technology Standards and Competencies
2) research on best practices in technology integration
3) implementation during the previous years
4) collaboration among Archdiocesan and all-Ohio Diocesan technology coordinators
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Bibliography
Articles
Office of Educational Technology U.S. Department of Education (2010). Transforming
American Education: Learning Powered by Technology. National Educational Technology Plan
2010 Executive Summary Draft.
Books
Greaves, T. W. & Hayes, J. (2008). America’s Digital Schools 2008: The Six Trends to Watch.
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International Society for Technology in Education. (2009) National Educational Technology
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International Society for Technology in Education. (2007) National Educational Technology
Standards for Students. DC:ISTE
International Society for Technology in Education. (2008) National Educational Technology
Standards for Teachers. DC:ISTE
Websites
Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Schools Office – Technology Information:
http://www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-offices/catholic-schools-office/school-
resources/technology/
Environmentally certified checklist:
http://www.greenseal.org/GreenBusiness/Certification/GetCertified/CertificationChecklists.aspx
E Tech: http://www.etech.ohio.gov/
Green Source: http://www.centerforgreenschools.org/main-nav/k-12/what.aspx
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE): http://www.iste.org/
International Society for Technology in Education National Education Technology
Standards (NETS): http://cnets.iste.org/index.shtml
Ohio Department of Education Academic Content Standards for Technology:
http://www.ode.state.oh.us/GD/Templates/Pages/ODE/ODEDetail.aspx?page=3&TopicRelationI
D=1707&ContentID=1279&Content=72514
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Appendices June 30, 2014 – June 30, 2017
Appendix 1
Archdiocesan Fact Sheet
School Directory and Professional Staff
Area Maps
Appendix 2
Technology and Media Coordinators List
Appendix 3
Technology Planning Guidelines
Auxiliary Services Approved Funding for Technology
Appendix 4
Responsible Use of Technology Policy
Webpage Guidelines
Appendix 5
Guidelines for Implementation of the Technology
Standards and Competencies
Archdiocese of Cincinnati Graded Course of Study (Example)
Appendix 6
2013 Technology Survey
Compilation of Significant Data
Appendix 7
Technology and Curriculum Integration Workshops (Examples)
Appendix 8
Other Professional Development Resources (Examples)
Appendix 9
Catholic Schools Office Homepage
o Principals News
o Catholic Schools Office Technology Page
o Teacher Resource Station
