schools and libraries program of the universal service
DESCRIPTION
For EDLD 5352, EA1208, MarchTRANSCRIPT
DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY PLAN
Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal
Service Fund
Agenda
Universal Service Fund OverviewSchools and Libraries ProgramDistrict Technology Plan
Universal Service Fund
Established by the FCC in the Telecommunications act of 1996
Promote and increase the availability of telecommunications services nationwide at reasonable costs
Universal Service Fund
High-Cost ProgramLow-Income ProgramSchools and Libraries Program (E-rate)Rural Health Care Program
Schools and Libraries Program
Administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC)
Commonly known as E-rateProvides affordable telecommunications
services to schools and libraries, especially in rural and economically disadvantaged areas
Schools and Libraries Program
Supports connectivity discounts for: telecommunications services, Internet access, internal connections, and basic maintenance of internal connections.
Discounts depend on poverty level and the urban/rural status of the population served
Schools and Libraries Program
Discounts range from 20% to 90%Eligible schools, school districts and libraries
may apply individually or as part of a consortium
Requires submission of a district technology plan
CBISD Technology Plan
Outlines current state of technology in the district
Outlines major goalsfor three year period
Current State of Technology
At least one computer per classroomAll computers internet connectedPrinters in 90% of classroomsDocument cameras in all classroomsDigital projectors in all classroomsProductivity software on all computers
Current State of Technology
8 computer labs for student useFile server for storing filesVirtual School via OdysseyWare for earning
credits onlineEduphoria program for professional
developmentDMAC software for data disaggregation
Current State of Technology
Skyward software for grades, attendance, parent communication, and other student records
Future Technology Goals
2 mobile computer labs per campusWireless networking on each campusHandheld technology available on campus
(upgraded graphing calculators and/or tablet computers)
Online collaboration software or websites for teachers
Future Technology Goals
Support teachers in creating class websites and online resources
Online library for curriculum and learning resources for staff, students, and parents
Offer distance learning coursesIntegrate technology standards into scope
and sequences
Future Technology Goals
Provide access to internet-connected computers outside of regular school hours
Improve response times of tech support
Conclusion
CBISD has made great gains with the available number of internet-connected computers and software offerings
There is much progress to be made in how technology is fully integrated in the classroom