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Fremont County School District # 6

Superintendent: Diana Clapp

District Technology Plan July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2017

District Adopted: Board Adopted:

Submitted by: Albert Booky Title: Technology Coordinator Phone: 307-856-7970 xt 138 Email: [email protected]

Fremont County School District #6 of 50

Table of Contents DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 3

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 4

TECHNOLOGY PLANNING COMMITTEE ........................................................................................................ 5

TECHNOLOGY PLANNING COMMITTEE AND PARTNERSHIP INVOLVEMENT ..................................... 5

EVALUATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

TECHNOLGY GOALS ........................................................................................................................................... 9

CURRICULUM INTEGRATION ................................................................................................................................... 14 CURRICULUM INTEGRATION ACTION PLAN............................................................................................................. 19 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ............................................................................................................................... 23 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTION PLAN ......................................................................................................... 26 INFRASTRUCTURE AND CONNECTIVITY .................................................................................................................. 27 INFRASTRUCTURE AND CONNECTIVITY ACTION PLAN ........................................................................................... 30

APPENDIX ............................................................................................................................................................ 36


District Mission Statement

Driven by Student Success…

Mission:

Our purpose is to prepare students to be well-balanced citizens ready to participate in a global society by providing an engaging and challenging

education in a safe environment.

Vision:

We will be known for academic excellence and preparing students to lead in the 21st century.


Introduction Fremont County School District #6 central office is located in Pavillion, Wyoming. The district covers a geographic area in excess of 1,000 square miles. There are four schools in the district. Wind River Elementary School, approximately 200 students, Wind River Middle School, approximately 100 students and Wind River High School, approximately 120 students, all located in Pavillion, Wyoming. Crowheart Elementary School, approximately 5 students, is located in Crowheart, Wyoming. The school district includes three small towns; Kinnear (pop. under 50), Crowheart (pop. under 50) and Pavillion (pop. under 150). Approximately thirty percent of the school district is located on the Wind River Indian Reservation. The major industries for this area are farming/ranching, oil production and natural gas production. As is evident from the small population of the towns in Fremont County School District #6, most of the students live in rural homes with very limited access to school or recreational services unless transportation is provided. The closest institution of higher education, Central Wyoming Community College, is located in Riverton, 30 miles from Pavillion, 23 miles from Kinnear and 55 miles from Crowheart. The community within Fremont County School District #6 is very active and stable in the schools. There has not been a significant change in the community make-up during the last several years. The population of the Middle/High School has stabilized over the past several years, while there is increased enrollment at Wind River Elementary. The local community has an active Parent Teacher Association at the elementary level, as well as a very active Parent Advisory Committee at the middle/high school level.


Technology Planning Committee & Partnership Involvement Review of Previous Technology Plan The development / revision of the Fremont County School District #6 Technology Plan resulted through the efforts of the District Technology Committee. Fremont County School District #6 has successfully begun the process of expanding and enhancing the Technology Plan that was initiated 4 years ago. The members are responsible for guiding technology implementation and integration throughout the District. Committee meetings are held to review implementation and progress of the Technology Plan. In addition, interviews and surveys (by Interactive Inc.) are conducted to gather input for stakeholders. The district technology coordinator works with the Admin Team to develop an annual budget to ensure funding is allocated to guide implementation and progress the Technology Plan.

District Technology Committee (members may change during cycle)

School/Department Member Role Technology Plan Responsibilities

District: Tech Coordinator Albert Booky Facilitate Plan Development Advises on all district technology

Guide overall plan, creation, implementation and development

District: Superintendant Diana Clapp Advises requirements for accreditation needs

Assists with overall plan development

District: Data Manager Chris Jones Advises on network, hardware, software and data analysis

Assists with overall plan development

Dsitrict: School Board Dan Pince Advises on district vision Assists with evaluation to ensure district vision is achieved

Business Community Wanda Henry Community perspectives and needs

Provide input from area business perspective of Technology usage

District: Director of Instruction; Appointed Home School Representative

Barney Lacock Advises on Curriculum Integration, professional development and alignment with SIP and PDP

Assists with the implementation and evaluation of curriculum integration and staff development goals

Elementary: Teacher Kati Meeks Advises on site-based technology and professional development

Assists with the implementation and evaluation of curriculum integration and staff development


Middle School: Teacher James Cunningham

Advises on site-based technology and professional development

Assists with the implementation and evaluation of curriculum integration and staff development

High School: Teacher Dirk Gosnell Advises on Parent and site-based technology integration

Provide input from parent perspective of Technology usage

District: Special Services Coordinator

Charles Jenks Advises on site-based assistive technology needs for curriculum and infrastructure / connectivity

Assists with the implementation and evaluation of curriculum integration, staff development and infrastructure/connectivity related to Special Ed

High School: Principal Ceatriss Wall Ensures alignment with 21st Century Grant Committee and provides insight into Professional Development

Provides support for the implementation of curriculum integration and professional development

Librarian Diana Weliever Advises on Periodical and Media applications

Provides specific support in publications and multimedia planning

Students Ambrielle Brown Jordan Martin

Student representatives

Parents / Guardians Michelle Dolbow Sandra C’Bearing

Parent Representative


Evaluation Strengths and weaknesses of the current plan:

• Strengths: o The current plan infrastructure & connectivity section was used extensively to

plan, budget and achieve the goals set forth. The current plan served as a road map to achieve these goals.

o The current curriculum integration section was used to guide the district in purchases and implementation of specific equipment and software.

o Many specific professional development offerings using and implementing technology into the classroom have been provided as guided by this section.

• Weaknesses: o Lack of high bandwidth internet connectivity was not achieved until the fall of

2013.

Standardized Assessments used to evaluate plan • ACT • PAWS • NWEA MAP Test Scores

Local Performance Assessments used to evaluate plan

• Climate Surveys • Technology Surveys • Eighth Grade Technology Proficiency Assessment • Budgets • District Professional Development Needs Assessment • District Writing Assessments

Surveys and records used to evaluate plan

• Extensive compilation of assessment data has been organized and entered into our Student Information system and our administrative data warehouse. Detailed data compilation has given us a much clearer picture of our students overall progress, as well as effectiveness of instructional interventions. Reports can be generated on individual students, which include MAP, ACT and PAWS. Climate, student and parent surveys are conducted to gather input from stakeholders.

The review of policies and procedures to assist in the evaluation of plan

• The current practice of annual review and evaluation of the district Technology Plan acts as a district wide planning tool. This mechanism provides focus and direction for hardware / software purchases, professional development opportunities, and ensures the tools that are necessary for curricula integration are in place. An acceptable-use policy for district systems is published in both the faculty and student handbooks.


The evaluation of curriculum standards that includes technology • Curriculum standards related to technology are embedded in each content area:

o Students: Information Technology classes and use of technology in content areas.

o Teachers: course offerings in Information Technology o Administration: classroom observation and evaluation

Total Cost of Ownership • Budget data, user expertise/need and equipment replacement schedule are used to

evaluate total cost of ownership. Availability of system being used has been found to be the biggest contributor to high TCO. If the equipment is not available to the users when needed or is performing in an inefficient manner this diminishes user productivity and efficiency and contributes to high TCO. The district addresses TCO by evaluating system performance, replacement cycle and user capability. As a result of this review, a timely scheduled replacement of systems is being developed and professional development offerings in system use are ongoing and available to all staff. Currently all IT equipment is purchased and not leased, and repairs are conducted by the Technology Department, service contract or warranty.

Analysis of Data

The Tech Committee will evaluate the progress of the individual action plans to determine change and growth in each area. Data will be compiled using historical data, surveys, observations, student performance on ACT, PAWS and MAP. Results will be disaggregated by specific areas of focus. The district will use ACT, PAWS and MAP trend data collected beginning in 2005 to present for comparative purposes. The district will examine disaggregate groups to determine specific needs. The district is analyzing and tracking student results by grade with ACT, PAWS and MAP assessments to identify specific goal areas

Outside Evaluator

• Matt Ayers, Technology Coordinator, Fremont County School District #38


Enhancing Education Through Technology (Title II D) Program Goals Primary Program Goal#1: Improve student achievement through the use of technology in elementary and secondary schools (Section 2402 (b)(1))

• Identify and implement teaching strategies to improve classroom instruction by focusing on 21st century skills and technology integration through curriculum mapping and unit planning in support of the Common Core Standards. (Curriculum Integration)

Program Goal #2: Technology Literacy – ensuring that every student is technologically literate by the time the student finishes the eighth grade regardless of student’s race, ethnicity, gender, family income, geographic location or disability. (Section 2402 (b)(2)(A))

• Develop meaningful curriculum and technology integration for 6th - 8th grade. (Curriculum Integration)

• Continue to provide equitability of resources for all students to ensure technological literacy (Infrastructure and Connectivity)

Program Goal #3: Effective integration of technology resources and systems - encourage effective integration of technology resources and systems with teacher training and curriculum development to establish research – based instructional methods that may be widely implemented as best practices by state educational agencies and local agencies. (Section 2402 (b)(2)(B))

• Provide Professional Development in technology skills for staff to support authentic student engagement and improved learning in support of the Common Core Standards. (Professional Development)

• Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes hardware, software and connectivity to facilitate instruction and integration of technology (Infrastructure and Connectivity)


District Needs Supporting Data Primary Program Goal#1: Improve student achievement through the use of technology in elementary and secondary schools (Section 2402 (b)(1))

Source: NWEA MAP Assessment Grade Reading

Fall 12-Spring 13 Math Fall 12 - Spring 13

Reading Fall 11 - Spring 12

Math Fall 11 - Spring 12

KG 100% 92% 84% 83% 1st 89% 96% 88% 94% 2nd 100% 100% 100% 95% 3rd 67% 83% 89% 67% 4th 70% 85% 70% 70% 5th 82% 63% 52% 77% 6th 53% 75% 78% 74% 7th 64% 76% 82% 70% 8th 78% 61% 71% 71% 9th 47% 68% 76% 47%

10th 56% 72% 50% 60%


(continued) Primary Program Goal#1: Improve student achievement through the use of technology in elementary and secondary schools


Program Goal #2: Technology Literacy – ensuring that every student is technologically literate by the time the student finishes the eighth grade regardless of student’s race, ethnicity, gender, family income, geographic location or disability. (Section 2402 (b)(2)(A))

Program Goal #3: Effective integration of technology resources and systems - encourage effective integration of technology resources and systems with teacher training and curriculum development to establish research – based instructional methods that may be widely implemented as best practices by state educational agencies and local agencies. (Section 2402 (b)(2)(B)).

Administrative classroom observations and teacher interviews through the School Improvement planning process reveal integration of technology including:

SMART Boards Accelerated Reader Document Cameras Everyday Math Online Research Databases Ticket to Read Blogs Phonics Boost Internet websites MS Office Applications Student laptop usage Adobe Photoshop Tech4Learning Applications Multimedia Presentations MathLive Reflex Math Fast Math MobyMax Read Live Google Docs TenMarks Wikis

Alignment to Title II D Program Goals and District Mission Statement

• Our goals are tied directly to our District Mission Statement. In preparing our students to meet global challenges tightly integrated technology is paramount to their success in the 21st Century.

Supports Equitability of Resources

• The district will ensure that all students have access to the technology tools required to accomplish instructional expectations.

• To the extent possible the district will ensure that all staff members have access to the technology tools required to provide the highest level of instruction.


Progress and Status from Previous Plan Program Goal: Progress / Status 1.1 Identify and implement teaching strategies to

improve classroom instruction by focusing on 21st century skills and technology integration through curriculum mapping and unit planning.

The current plan is reviewed and adjustments are made when considering purchases and implementation of technology tools and systems. Policies and procedures have been evaluated and updated when necessary.

2.1 Develop meaningful curriculum and technology integration for 6th - 8th grade.

Staff have designed and implemented curricula on appropriate use of technology and continue to focus on technology integration.

2.2 Continue to provide equitability of resources for all students to ensure technological literacy.

We continue to ensure all students have equitable access to the tools they need to accomplish the educational tasks required by our teaching staff.

3.1 Provide Professional Development in technology skills for staff to support authentic student engagement and improved learning.

A variety of offerings for our staff have been conducted and made available including our current professional development focusing on 21st century curriculum and technology tools.

3.2 Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes hardware, software and connectivity to facilitate instruction and integration of technology.

All of the projects / enhancements and upgrades outlined in the previous plan have been completed.


Curriculum Integration

Narrative Students and teachers will use technology to improve learning and teaching and to meet goals of the School Improvement Plans. This will be accomplished by:

Goal 1.1: Identify and implement teaching strategies to improve classroom instruction by focusing on 21st century skills and technology integration through curriculum mapping and unit planning in support of the Common Core Standards. (Curriculum Integration)

Objective 1.1.1 - Development and implementation of 21st century curriculum with technology integration and unit planning across grade levels. Objective 1.1.2 - Integrate appropriate technology to meet goals of special needs students IEPs and provide equitable access to all students

Objective 1.1.3 - Provide distance education opportunities

Goal 2.1 Develop meaningful curriculum and technology integration for 6th - 8th grade.

Objective 2.1.1 – Development and implementation of a comprehensive unit in social networking, cell phones, internet safety, etc. to align with the Common Core Technical Standards (Curriculum Integration)

The curriculums adopted by Fremont County School District #6 all include a technology component. The technology standards for students are a compilation of skills needed to meet the technology standards in the curricular areas. This Technology Plan will address adopting technology standards for all grade levels by integrating and/or embedding technology into each curricular area as specified by state and district standards to improve student achievement. Equal access to interactive information resources, distance education, and/or collaboration will be available for all learners. The district is committed to equity of access and use for all students and staff. Change and growth from previous plan

Previous Objectives Indicators Target Dates Assessment of Progress Objective 1.1.1 - Development and implementation of 21st century curriculum with technology integration and unit planning across grade levels.

Student classroom engagement improves and the number of students proficient or advanced increases.

2011 Data from the assessment tools: ACT, PAWS and MAP are compiled and analyzed to target and improve progress of individual students

Objective 1.1.2 - Integrate appropriate technology to meet goals of special needs students IEPs and provide equitable access to all students

There continues to be equitability of resources to all students

Spring 2010 - Fall 2013

Technology continues to be evaluated and implemented to ensure all students have equitable access.

Primary Goal Goal #2 Goal #3


Objective 1.1.3 - Provide distance education opportunities

Students have access to necessary courses that are not available from district staff


Partnerships with CWC, NWC and Ft. Washakie virtual school are active

Evaluation: The following applications have been implemented and are being used by students. Fast Math, Everyday Math, Star Fall & Voyager (Ticket to Read & Into the Book). Read Naturally, Reflex Math, TenMarks, Read Live and Tech 4 Learning WebBlender, ImageBlender and Frames. Dragon Naturally Speaking, Kurzweil and Omi Page OCR software has been installed for Special Services in the MS/HS to ensure equitable access for all students. iPads have been used in Math and Special Services. The district makes available Distance Ed courses from CWC, NWC and BYU.

Strengths and weaknesses from previous plan

• Strengths: Requested technology has been installed to ensure equitable access for all students and additional partnerships with educational institutions have been formed to provide additional educational offerings. Assessment data is compiled and analyzed to provide a clearer direction for student academic growth.

• Weaknesses: The district has not experienced the improvements across all subject areas to desired levels.

• Supporting Data:

Improvement of Student Academic Achievement • Compilation and analysis of PAWS and MAP data is conducted to determine student

achievement gains. Data from 2012/2013 will be used as a baseline.


Technology Literacy • The district has contracted with Interactive Inc. to survey students and staff in (1)

frequency of technology use, (2) attitudes and opinions about the contributions of instructional technology, and (3) 21st century skills and beliefs and to investigate student achievement outcomes in the schools. As a result the district has contracted with T.I.E and the Schlechty group to provide professional development trainers for curriculum development and technology integration.

• Teacher knowledge, attributable to training received, will be measured by administrative observation, evaluation and future surveys.

Parent Involvement

• Monthly PAC meetings • Email & telephone broadcasts • Student Information parent portal • Surveys

High-Need, High Poverty Schools

• All schools in the district are considered equal with regard to access, availability and implementation of technology.

Evaluation Ensuring Technology Integration

• Administrative classroom observations and evaluations • Lesson Design review

Distance Education

• Fremont School District #6 encourages distance education particularly for courses that students would not otherwise be able to take. Currently students are taking advantage of courses from BOCES, Central Wyoming, North West Colleges and BYU.

English 1010 Medical Terminology Energy Exploration English 1020 Health Occupation Economics Green Construction Electrical Systems Sociology Military Science Intro to Native American Studies Basic Auto Math Intervention Introduction to Anthropology Business Law Spanish Art History I Music Kinesiology Art History II Chinese Language Psychology College Algebra Russian

• WEN/ITV is also available for additional course offerings.

High- Needs Students

• Fremont School District #6 is a high needs/high poverty region. At this time those qualifying for free/reduced lunches are: • 49 % Wind River High School • 46 % Wind River Middle School • 50 % Wind River Elementary School


• 50 % Crowheart Elementary School Alignment to School Improvement Plan

• The NCA School Improvement Plans for the Wind River Elementary School and the Wind River Middle School/High School both focus on reading, writing, and math as their measurable goals. This decision was based on an extensive review of PAWS, MAP, ACT, and district common assessment data during Fall 2013. Following the NCA goal setting, staff then identified appropriate interventions for each goal. To support these interventions, staff then listed action steps to implement the interventions. It is at this stage that the technology plan is aligned to the School Improvement Plans. The integration the 21st Century skills into the curriculum is identified at this level—which includes but is not limited to media/information literacy, creativity and innovation, and initiative/self direction; all of these areas require a technology system in place to allow these skills to be developed as part of the overall educational system. Additionally, the School Improvement Plans identify the use of FAST MATH, Read Naturally, Everyday Math, MobyMax, Reflex Math, Voyager Passport, web-based assessments, data review, and curriculum mapping—all which require technological support.

Alignment to District Professional Development Plan

• The District Professional Development Plan is aligned to the School Improvement Plans in that staff development is specifically identified as part of the action steps to implement the interventions—including not only the training for 21st Century skills and ensuing curriculum integration, but the use of electronic media as a training medium as well as specific professional development with respect to the use of technology and its role in the delivery of instruction. These items are directly related to the professional development outlined for the next year. They are then triangulated between the School Improvement Plan, district Professional Development Plan, and the district Technology Plan, ensuring a uniform direction for the District.

Various Resource Distribution and Needs

• The school improvement process includes needs assessment through committee discussion and / or surveys. This data is then reviewed at both the committee level and school level with recommendations and an action plan included in the School Improvement Plan. This allows for resource distribution according to identified need with respect to student achievement.

Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction

• Current Professional Development requires teachers to review student data and prepare lessons based on the range of student abilities as opposed to teaching to the norm. This requires multiple modes of presentation and student interaction with the content. Part of this requires a technology solution in support of those students whose learning styles are facilitated more readily by technology.


Equitability of Resources

• The Technology Committee, Building and District Administration and Technology Coordinator work together closely to ensure that all schools are equitably treated and all have adequate infrastructure and technology equipment to support their instructional goals.

• When technology is found to be lacking to implement the integration of technology into the classroom a priority is given to these projects.

Student to Computer Ratio

• 1 student to 1 computer – Crowheart elementary • 1 student to 1.05computers – Wind River elementary • 1 student to 1.25 computers – Wind River middle/high school


Curriculum Integration Action Plan Review Dates: Fall 2013 Benchmarks/indicators: Increase in proficiency percentage of students (math/reading) Correction Strategies: Adjust in School Improvement Plan and Tech Plan action steps

to intervention Activity Evaluation: Compare (3-8) PAWS 2013 scores to PAWS 2014 scores Compare (11) ACT 2013 scores to ACT 2014 scores Goal Identify and implement teaching strategies to improve classroom

instruction by focusing on 21st century skills and technology integration through curriculum mapping and unit planning in support of the Common Core Standards.

Program Objectives Objective 1.1.1 - Development and implementation of 21st century curriculum with technology integration and unit planning across grade levels.

Indicators Student classroom engagement improves and the number of students proficient or advanced increases.

Target (baseline) All teaching and administrative staff will receive training in implementing the K-12 21st century skills & technology integration in support of Common Core. (August 2014, December 2014, February 2015).

Target Training and materials in application of 21st century skills will be integrated into unit planning during August 2013 and every year thereafter.

Target Research and media presentation skills of high school students will be measured in core classes.

Measurement Tool(s) Surveys, Unit reviews, District level assessment data and Observations

Person responsible Curriculum Director, Technology Coordinator, District Staff

Budget $40,000

Funding Source VIB, General, Title I


Review Dates: Spring 2014 Benchmarks/indicators: All students have equal access to technology resources Correction Strategies: Adjust availability if discrepancy is identified. Activity Evaluation: Review resource availability against IEPs Goal Identify and implement teaching strategies to improve classroom


Program Objectives Objective 1.1.2 - Integrate appropriate technology to meet goals of special needs students IEPs and provide equitable access to all students

Indicators There continues to be equitability of resources to all students

Target (baseline) Assist Special Services department on assessment and development of programs for “special needs” students. (August & January of each school year)

Target Research / install appropriate technology resources (assistive technology, software / hardware) in support of special needs students (August 2014 of each year and as the need arises)

Target Assure equal access to technology tools by all students (Throughout the plan time frame: 2014 - 2017)


Person responsible Special Service Coordinator, Curriculum Director, Technology Coordinator, Special Services Staff

Budget $30,000

Funding Source VIB, General


Review Dates: Spring 2014 Benchmarks/indicators: Students have enrolled in distance education courses. Correction Strategies: Identify requested courses unavailable and find alternate

sources. Activity Evaluation: Review distance education courses students have participated

in. Goal Identify and implement teaching strategies to improve classroom


Program Objectives Objective 1.1.3 - Provide distance education opportunities

Indicators Students have access to necessary courses that are not available from district staff

Target (baseline) Continue to include and provide for various distance learning opportunities (CWC, NWC, BYU Online courses, WEN/ITV) (August and January of each year throughout the Plan period: 2014 - 2017)

Target Continue to utilize WEN/ITV video conferencing and any applications required for online curricula (Throughout the plan period: 2014 - 2017)


Person responsible Curriculum Director, Technology Coordinator

Budget $10,000

Funding Source General Fund, CWC BOCHES


Review Dates: Spring 2014 Benchmarks/indicators: Students know and understand appropriate use of technology Correction Strategies: Adjust units based on assessment scores Activity Evaluation: Eighth Grade Technology Literacy Common Assessment Goal Develop meaningful curriculum and technology integration for 6th -

8th grade.

Program Objectives Development and implementation of a comprehensive unit in social networking, cell phones, internet safety, etc. to align with the Common Core Technical Standards.

Indicators Students gain knowledge on appropriate and safe use of various technologies as applied to The Common Core Technical Subject Standards.

Target (baseline) There is a need to align technology curriculum to the Common Core Technical Subject Standards. (Spring 2014, Spring 2015)

Target Technology courses are aligned to the Common Core Technical Subject Standards. (Curriculum reviewed each August throughout Plan period: 2014 - 2017)

Measurement Tool(s) Student common assessment and survey

Person responsible Media Teachers, Curriculum Director

Budget $10,000

Funding Source General Fund, Impact Aid


Professional Development

Narrative Goal 3.1: Provide Professional Development in technology skills for staff to support authentic student engagement and improved learning. Staff will be appropriately trained in areas of technology usage in the classroom to bring about the highest level of success of technology integration into the curriculum and in achieving School Improvement Plan goals and Curriculum goals.

Objective 3.1.1: Professional development in technology skills to support improved student learning.

An effective training and staff development program is an integral part of the technology plan. In order for students to have successful and productive learning experiences, the district must maintain a trained workforce. Staff development will focus on developing and implementing a K-12 21st century curriculum with embedded technology, including (revision of unit plans, lesson design, student activity design, and assessments). The district provides one entire day per month to allow time and opportunity for staff to receive specialized training in many areas, including technology. In addition the district plans to provide multiple days of intensive training on specific facets embracing 21st century skills and Common Core implementation. Change and growth from previous plan

Previous Objectives Indicators Target Dates Assessment of Progress Objective 3.1.1- Provide Professional Development in technology skills for staff to support authentic student engagement and improved learning.

The number of staff proficient or advanced in the use of technology and technology integration continues to increase


Multiple technology specific professional development offerings have been made available to staff.

Evaluation: Educational technology offerings at other locations & locally are made available to staff. These include topics ranging from use of SMART Boards, Infinite Campus, MAP assessment evaluation and reporting. Fremont County school districts work in collaboration to provide county-wide technology training. In addition online offerings on Office 2007 have been made available. Adult Education on MS Office products has also been conducted onsite. Google Docs, SMART, Skype, Wiki space, Edmodo, online assessments, Flubaroo, TIPC Charts (Communication & Collaboration, Creativity 7 innovation, Critical thinking & Problem Solving, Research & Information Fluency), Prezi, Volki, Lexile leveling of various texts, Tech 4 Learning - Frames and web based lesson planning tools and resources.



Strengths and weaknesses from previous plan • Strengths: Staff has had the opportunity to participate in a variety of instructional

technology offerings. These offerings have had a direct impact on delivery of instruction. Offerings have included a five day academy on implementing 21st century curriculum with a variety of technology tools including Google Docs, Edmodo, Wiki Space, SMART Boards, Prezi, Volki, Tech 4 Learning apps with an additional academy focusing on authentic student engagement. Multiple design elements were introduced including technology.

• Weaknesses: We would have liked to have a Technology Integrator to further assist and support teaching staff in the implementation tools they had received training on.

Resource access and use • Access to the computers and technology is available before and after school in each

building. iPads are being used in primary grades. Chromebooks are being piloted in grades 6-8. Arrangements can be made by students to check out laptops for home use at the middle school and the high school from the Technology Department.

Technical support

• There are two members in the Technology Department at Fremont School District #6. They provide all technical support and occasionally use contract services as needs arise. Professional development offerings are provided by consultants paid out of Title IID funds.

Policies and Procedures

• Fremont School District #6 seeks input from staff to determine technology use, comfort level and desired in-service offerings. Administrative input is also gleaned for new technology offerings. This has been a positive method for gaining staff input.

Student Learning including Technology Literacy

• Through General, Title I and Impact Aide funding, staff will receive instruction on: o Advanced research and media presentation o Embedding 21st century skills & technology integration o Implementation of curriculum o Lesson & student activity design and assessment rubrics

Alignment to School Improvement Plan

• The Wyoming NCA Action Plans for the K-5 elementary schools and the 6-8 Middle School and High School identify Reading, Writing and Math as their stated goals. The embedding of 21st century skills with technology in each of these disciplines guarantees an alignment between the Technology and School improvement Plans.


. Alignment to Professional Development Plan • The Technology Planning Committee reviewed the Professional Development Plan,

identified the key components and incorporated those concepts into the Technology Plan. This then allows the Technology Plan to be the implementation device for the Professional Development Plan with respect to the technology component. This process will be facilitated through both workshop and classroom professional development approaches.


Professional Development Action Plan Review Dates: Spring 2014 Benchmarks/indicators: Increase number of proficient staff in technology skills Correction Strategies: Adjust professional development offerings based on survey

results. Activity Evaluation: Staff Survey Goal Provide Professional Development in technology skills for staff to

support authentic student engagement and improved learning. Program Objectives Professional development in technology skills to support improved

student learning. Indicators The number of staff proficient or advanced in the use of technology

and technology integration continues to increase Target (baseline) All teachers will receive ongoing training in support of Common

Core. Assessments, Data, Interventions, Differentiation and Instructional Design will all be tied directly to implementing Common Core. (August 2014, October 2014, December 2014, February 2014)

Target All teaching and administrative staff will receive training in implementing the K-12 21st century skills & technology integration in support of the Common Core Standards. (August 2014, October 2014, December 2014, February 2014)

Target Continue to make available Distance Learning, Online Courses and WEN/ITV opportunities (Throughout the Plan time period: 2013 - 2017)

Measurement Tool(s) Follow-up surveys, training evaluation feedback, observations, class sign-up records

Person responsible Twenty First Century Oversight Committee, Technology Coordinator, Administrative Team

Budget $80,000

Funding Source General Fund & VIB


Infrastructure and Connectivity

Narrative Goal 3.2: Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes hardware, software and connectivity to facilitate instruction and integration of technology. Fremont #6 manages and maintains an extensive information technology infrastructure designed to support and enhance the Districts Mission to develop an educational system for the young men and women of this district. The infrastructure plan will ensure that school buildings and classrooms have appropriate connectivity, hardware and software to accomplish the curricular goals of the district.

• Objective 3.2.1: Provide and maintain acceptable infrastructure (wiring, routers, switches, server, etc.) for WAN, LAN and WLAN connectivity to every classroom.

• Objective 3.2.2: Provide and maintain servers, workstations, peripherals and software for administrative and instructional use by all staff and students throughout the district.

Change and growth from previous plan

Previous Objectives Indicators Target Dates Assessment of Progress

Objective 3.2.1: Provide and maintain acceptable infrastructure (wiring, routers, switches, server, etc.) for WAN, LAN and WLAN connectivity to every classroom. Objective 3.2.2: Provide and maintain workstations, peripherals and software for administrative and instructional use by all staff and students throughout the district.

I. Staff and students report adequate network connectivty and performance II. District Technology Coordinator will monitor utilization and performance of network and connectivity

Fall 2006 - Fall 2010

Completed

Replacement schedule – Student, Staff, web/email, SIS, Voice Mail, Video surveillance Servers

2009 - 2013 Completed

Replacement schedule - 7 portable & 3 desktop laptop labs

2009 - 2013 Completed

Upgrade wirless network to 802.11n for greater capacity.

Spring 2011 Completed

Add two additional T-1 data circuits to the WEN network thereby increasing our internet bandwidth from 3 Mbps to 6 Mbps.

Spring 2011 Completed

Implement automated system backup of servers and key workstations.

Summer 2011 Completed

Evaluation: All Infrastructure and Connectivity Plans have been completed and additional infrastructure and systems have been replaced or upgraded since the Technology Plan was submitted. These include a new VOIP Phone System, IP based Surveillance System, SIS, Business Office and email/web. Also replaced Middle / High School Intercom System




Strengths and weaknesses from previous plan • Strengths: We have been blessed with strong budgets and a commitment by our

district to move forward so our students have the infrastructure and equipment to embrace 21st century skills. All of the planned projects and upgrades in the previous plan have been completed.

• Weaknesses: A weakness which requires priority focus is an increasing bottleneck on

the district internet data circuit as usage increases. Even though the district doubled the bandwidth from 3 Mbps to 6 Mbps we are once again at 90-100% utilization. Telco infrastructure is lacking in our area. We are currently working with a local Telco to install a fiber 100 Mbps internet circuit. The enhanced bandwidth will allow use to move forward with BYOD and guest network access.

Infrastructure and Connectivity The underlying infrastructure capacity and reliability are paramount in providing the services our students and staff require. Plans for further upgrades to our wireless network are underway to ensure adequate connectivity through all our campuses. Guest wireless access and BYOD capability is being planned for. Network equipment including servers is closely monitored and replaced on a regular interval as needed. E-rate/ WEN Participation Our district receives telecommunications, internal connections, and Internet from the Wyoming Equality Network (WEN). The WEN provides connectivity to all our schools by providing T1 lines from an aggregation point or a satellite connection to our High School and/or Administration building. The Wyoming Equality Network is a state mandated and legislatively funded statewide network. Cost associated to the WEN is based on the number of students as well as the number of schools and type of connectivity. The WEN Infrastructure biennium budget provides for the basic WEN services, and districts pay for any additional services or network enhancements. The WEN funding is dependent on legislative funding each biennium. Because of this, the district’s responsibility and that of the state may vary from biennium to biennium. E-rate – District Participation The cost for additional enhancements is paid for through our district technology budget/general funds, etc. with District E-rate reimbursement applications currently in place. The District is presently installing a 100 Mbps fiber WAN link that will be paid for as follows (40 % state / 60% District). District Tech Budget Each spring the Technology Director develops an annual budget for all technology purchases for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions are then held with the Administrative team and other Department Supervisors to ensure all expected and desired services are being provided.


Policy and Procedures: • Internet Use Policy (all staff and students): All staff and students must follow the

acceptable use policy for network / internet and workstation usage. This document is present in both student and staff handbooks. All information systems are to be used for educational purposes to support our district mission statement.

• Help Desk procedures: Teachers are given basic troubleshooting procedures to

follow on equipment in their classrooms. Additionally classes are offered in a variety of system maintenance functions dealing with workstation performance. A procedure has been implemented where a work order is submitted to the Technology Coordinator or Data Technician when assistance is required. Due to staffing restraints, we do not have a manned help desk.

• Interoperability among hardware / software: To ensure interoperability between all

systems a purchase procedure has been implemented requiring the Technology Coordinator to review and sign all purchase requests. This ensures for hardware and software standardization and optimum network performance.

• Support Needs: Maintenance and repair of servers / workstations is accomplished by

the Technology Coordinator and/or Data Technician as time permits. Additional contract help is used as needed to repair and maintain laser printers and workstations. Maintenance contracts are purchased for mission critical software applications and infrastructure hardware. All workstations are purchased with a 3 year onsite warranty. Currently we have two FTE addressing technology needs for the district.

• Replacement Plan: The district has developed a 5 year rotation schedule on all staff

and student workstations. A 4 year rotation schedule has been developed for servers. Other network equipment is evaluated annually and replaced appropriately within the budgeting cycles.

• Equitability of Resources: The Technology Committee, Building and District Administration and Technology Coordinator work together closely to ensure that all schools are equitably treated and all have adequate infrastructure and technology equipment to support their instructional goals.


Infrastructure and Connectivity Action Plan Review Dates: Spring of each year as budgets are developed Benchmarks/indicators: Technology Department reviews connectivity & utilization

finding it acceptable. Correction Strategies: Upgrades replacements of equipment will be made as budgets

allow. Activity Evaluation: Network monitoring tools, interviews with staff. Goal Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes

hardware, software and connectivity to facilitate instruction and integration of technology.

Program Objectives Objective 3.2.1: Provide and maintain acceptable infrastructure (wiring, routers, switches, server, etc.) for WAN, LAN and WLAN connectivity to every classroom.

Indicators Staff and students report adequate network connectivty and performance. District Technology Coordinator will monitor utilization and performance of network and connectivity.

Target (baseline) District Technology Coordinator will evaluate all building switches, routers and wireless infrastructure to ensure adequate performance and replacement. (Summer 2014)

Target Based on evaluation the District Technology Coordinator will upgrade any building switches, routers and wireless infrastructure to ensure adequate performance and replacement. – ongoing (2014 - 2017)

Measurement Tool(s) Interview representative from each building. Conduct survey of classroom teachers, monitor and evaluate network utilization and performance.

Person responsible Technology Coordinator

Budget $70,000

Funding Source General Fund


Review Dates: Fall 2014 Benchmarks/indicators: Has WLAN indeed been upgraded to 802.11ac or equivalent Correction Strategies: Examine potential barriers with implementation Activity Evaluation: Test WLAN to ensure operational status Goal Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes



Indicators Upgrade wirless network to 802.11ac for greater capacity and allow for guest access to accommodate BYOD and public use.

Target (baseline) Evaluate current performance of existing wireless networks across campus. (Spring 2014)

Target Develop specifications, purchase and implement wireless network at Middle School, High School and Elementary. (Summer 2014)

Measurement Tool(s) Wireless network is fully functional and available to staff and students and the public

Person responsible Technology Coordinator & Data Technician

Budget $40,000



Review Dates: Summer 2013 Benchmarks/indicators: Add additional bandwidth to WEN / Internet Correction Strategies: If budgets don’t allow for upgrade, seek adequate funding in

subsequent year. Activity Evaluation: Confirm if additional circuits got installed Goal Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes



Indicators Add a 100 mbps fiber circuit to the WEN network thereby increasing our internet bandwidth from 6 Mbps to 100 Mbps. ETS will pay for 40 Mbps the District will pay for the additional 60 Mbps.

Target (baseline) Evaluate current bandwidth and verify continued utilization problems. (Spring 2013)

Target District Technology Coordinator will work with ETS Engineers & Century Link to install circuits. (Summer 2013)

Measurement Tool(s) Additional circuits are fully functional and available to all staff and students.

Person responsible Technology Coordinator

Budget $7,200 annual recurring



Review Dates: Summer 2013 Benchmarks/indicators: Migrate current local email server users to Gmail and create

Google accounts for all 6-12 grade students. Correction Strategies: Evaluate any issues that may have occurred and correct Activity Evaluation: Ensure all staff and 6-12 students have Google accounts. Goal Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes


Program Objectives Objective 3.2.2: Provide and maintain workstations, peripherals and software for administrative and instructional use by all staff and students throughout the district.

Indicators Implement Gmail / Google Docs for staff and 6-12 students.

Target (baseline) Identify staff email accts and migrate to Gmail. Create student Google accounts. (Summer 2013)

Target Implement Google Apps for Education for our District. Migrate staff email data and create student accounts. (Summer 2013)

Measurement Tool(s) Gmail is being used by staff and 6-12 students have Google accounts. (Summer 2013, Summer 2014)


Budget N/A

Funding Source N/A


Review Dates: Summer 2013-2014-2015 Benchmarks/indicators: Installation of Chromebooks for student use – Pilot 8th grade

then rollout to 6-12 grades. Correction Strategies: Evaluate any issues that may have occurred and correct Activity Evaluation: Evaluate 8th grade Chromebook pilot and correct any issues

before further rollout. Goal Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes



Indicators Purchase Chromebooks for student use and start phase out of student laptops. (Fall 2013, Summer 2014, Summer 2015)

Target (baseline) Chromebooks are distributed to students beginning with an 8th grade pilot, then 6th and 7th first year. 9-12 Chromebooks will be purchased and assigned in years 2 -3 (Summer 2013, Summer 2014, Summer 2015)

Target Develop specifications, purchase and distribute Chromebooks 3 (Summer 2013, Summer 2014, Summer 2015)

Measurement Tool(s) Chromebooks are fully functional and assigned to 6-12 grade students.


Budget $70,000



Review Dates: Annually in spring as budgets are developed Benchmarks/indicators: Equipment is replaced according to developed schedules Correction Strategies: Possibly redirection of funding if schedules can’t be followed Activity Evaluation: Compare purchases against replacement schedules Goal Provide and maintain appropriate infrastructure which includes



Indicators Maintain server and workstation replacement based on replacement schedule.

Target (baseline) Review current replacement schedule and adjust as necessary. (Summer 2014)

Target Develop specifications, purchase and install new servers, workstations and peripherals (ongoing 2014 – 2017)

Measurement Tool(s) New labs are fully functional for student use. Staff workstations and servers are replaced according to schedule.


Budget $400,000



Appendix – Acceptable Use - Policies and Procedures

COMPUTER-ASSISTED INSTRUCTION (Use of Internet) It is the policy of this School District that to the extent reasonably possible, the staff and students will be encouraged and permitted to utilize the computer network provided by the School District for the purpose of facilitating learning and providing the best educational experience possible for its students. In this regard, the School District has made available to students and staff, electronic mail and the Internet. To gain access to E-mail and the Internet, all students under the age of eighteen (18) must obtain parental permission and sign and return a parental permission form to the School District. Students eighteen (18) and over may sign their own forms. Access to E-mail and the Internet will enable students to explore thousands of libraries, data bases and bulletin boards while exchanging messages with Internet users throughout the world. Families should be warned that some material accessible via the Internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate, or potentially offensive to some people. While it is possible for students to access inappropriate material and otherwise misuse the system, it is the intent of the School District that Internet access should only be used to further the educational goals and objectives set out for each student. It is the policy of this School District to try to educate our students using modern technology which the students will need to be familiar with in order to be successful in their subsequent careers. However, in order to utilize this modern technology, it will ultimately be the responsibility of parents and guardians of minors to set and convey standards to their children which they will follow while utilizing this technology. To that end, the School District will support and respect each family's right to decide whether or not to apply for access. District Internet and E-mail Rules Students are responsible for good behavior on school computer networks just as they are in the classroom or a school hallway. Communicating on the network is often public in nature. General school rules for behavior and communications apply. Internet filters shall be used to block access to obscenity, child pornography, and materials harmful to minors. Disciplinary action shall be taken against any student who tampers with the filters. The filters may only be disabled for bona fide research or other lawful purposes, and may only be disabled by the Internet coordinator or other faculty member or administrator. The network is provided for students to conduct research and communicate with others. Access to network services is given to students who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Parental permission is required. Access is a privilege, not a right. Access entails responsibility. Individual users of the District computer networks are responsible for their behavior and communications over those networks. It is presumed that users will comply with District standards and will honor the agreements they have signed. Beyond the clarification of such standards, the District is not responsible for restricting, monitoring, or controlling the communications of individuals using the network.


Network storage areas are not to be considered private or personal property of students. They are learning areas subject to review by administrators and teaching staff. Any files and communications may be reviewed by the administration or staff to maintain system integrity and to ensure that users are using the system responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on District servers will be private. While school teachers of younger students will generally guide them toward appropriate materials, older students and students utilizing the system outside of regular school hours will need to be directed by families in the same manner they direct their children's use of television, telephones, movies, radio, and other potentially offensive media. The following conduct and utilization of the Internet are NOT permitted:

1. Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures;

2. Using abusive, objectionable or obscene language;

3. Searching for, downloading, or otherwise reviewing any type of sexually explicit, obscene material or other information for any non-instructional or non-educational purpose;

4. Harassing, insulting or attacking others;

5. Damaging computers, computer systems, or computer networks;

6. Violating copyright laws or otherwise using the network for any illegal

purpose;

7. User shall not use or attempt to discover another user's password nor shall user use or let others use another person's name, address, passwords, or files for any reason, except as may be necessary for legitimate communication purposes and with permission of the other person;

8. Trespassing in another's folders, work or files;

9. Intentionally wasting limited resources;

10. Employing the network for commercial purposes;

11. Otherwise accessing forums or "chat rooms" devoid of educational

purpose;

12. User shall not tamper with computers, networks, printers, or other associated equipment or software without the express permission of supervising staff;


13. User shall not write, produce, generate, copy, propagate or attempt to introduce any computer code designed to self-replicate, damage, or otherwise hinder the performance of any computer's memory, file system or software.

14. Student using school district computers and/or accessing school district web

pages, or using the Internet service provided by the School District, shall not engage in hacking and shall not access unauthorized sites or participate in any other unlawful activities on line.

Penalty Violations will result in a loss of access as well as other disciplinary or legal action. The first offense will generally result in a warning and loss of computer privileges/Internet access until a parent conference, and further loss of privilege for such time as is determined by the administration. A second offense or a first offense of a flagrant nature, such as using the system for illegal behavior or intentionally damaging school district hardware or software, may result in removal from a class, termination of computer/network privileges, or recommendations for suspension and/or expulsion. Adoption Date: March 19, 2002


USER AGREEMENT AND PARENTAL PERMISSION FORM As a user of the Fremont County School District No. 6 computer network, I hereby agree to comply with School District policy IJNDA and the rules set forth therein pertaining to communication over the Internet in a reliable fashion while honoring all relevant laws and restrictions. I agree only to use the Internet for legitimate, educational purposes. I do hereby expressly consent to allow school district personnel, including teachers, aides and administrators, to access and review any computer files, e-mail transmissions, and other computer data and/or information received by or sent from the student named below in order to ensure that the school district computers are being used appropriately and solely for educational purposes. Date:_____________________ ______________________________

Student Grade As the parent or legal guardian of the student signing above, I grant permission for my son or daughter to access the network for computer services, such as electronic mail and the Internet. I understand that individuals and families may be held liable for violations. I understand that some materials on the Internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate or potentially offensive to some people, and I accept responsibility for guidance of Internet use, including setting and conveying acceptable standards to my son or daughter to follow when selecting, sharing, or exploring information on this network. We do hereby release the School District, its Board of Trustees, staff, and agents, from any liability of any kind arising out of our son's or daughter's use of the computer/Internet system at the school. We do hereby authorize school district personnel, including teachers, aides and administrators, to access and review any computer files, e-mail transmissions, and other computer data and/or information received by or sent from the student named above in order to ensure that the school district computers are being used appropriately and solely for educational purposes. Date:____________________ _____________________________ Parent/Guardian Date:____________________ ______________________________

Parent/Guardian Adopted: March 19, 2002


Parent Letter for Google Apps for Students

Student Name ________________________________________ Grade Level _______________ We have finished the training for using Google Apps: Education Edition which will be used for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. In order to continue using Google here at Wind River Schools, please return a signed copy of this form to your teacher. Google Apps for Your Domain: Education Edition Agreement of Responsibility Along with opportunity comes responsibility. Please sign the Google Apps agreement of responsibility below to indicate that you understand the responsibility associated with this learning opportunity. In order to comply with federal law and the Google Terms of Service, all students 13 and under are required to use an account owned by a parent or teacher with parent or teacher supervision. We are having all Middle School students sign this agreement. School responsibility The Google Apps accounts assigned to your child were created by the school and assigned to your child. No student personal information was collected by Google in creating these accounts. As per school policies, all activities requiring Internet access are supervised by the teacher. The school controls which Google services it gives students access to. At present, chat, and start pages are turned off for students. Internet safety education is included as part of introducing new technology tools. Teacher supervision, school filter, and spot checking student accounts will be used to ensure that students’ use of digital tools follows school policy. _____________________________________ ________________________ School representative Date Student responsibility I will use these tools for school-related purposes only and follow all school guidelines when using these digital tools. I will report any evidence of cyber bullying to a school administrator, guidance counselor, or teacher. I will also follow my parent or guardian guidelines for use of Internet tools in and out of school. _____________________________________ ________________________ Student signature Date Parent/Guardian responsibility I understand that supervision of Internet use outside of school is my responsibility. I will discuss our family rules and expectations for using Internet based tools, including Google Apps Education Edition, with my child and accept responsibility for supervising my child’s Internet access outside of school. I will report any evidence of cyber bullying or other inappropriate use to the school and can ask that my child’s account be terminated by contacting a school administrator followed up with a written request. _____________________________________ ________________________ Parent/Guardian signature Date


SCHOOL DISTRICT WEB SITE PUBLISHING Fremont County School District No.6 supports and encourages the publication of School District web sites. School District web sites provide the District with unique and ever-changing ways to interact with the community, improve student learning, improve community relations, foster creativity, and demonstrate student learning. School web sites:

1. Allow an individual school to provide current and complete information to its community at-large;

2. Give the community a means to communicate effectively with schools and personnel; 3. Create expanded means for student expression; 4. Provide new avenues for teachers to help students meet high standards of performance.

All District schools wishing to maintain a presence on the Internet shall make certain that all staff involved in the development of the web site and/or its use are familiar with this policy and comply with its provisions. The Superintendent shall be responsible for communicating to all schools and staff members who will be involved with a school district, school or class web site, the requirements of this policy. If necessary, training will be arranged for any staff as necessary to assure their compliance with this policy. The Superintendent will designate a staff member (herein called the Internet Service Coordinator) to implement this web site policy and to review materials published on the web site. All web pages on the web site will conform to this policy and any corresponding regulations. Purpose and Use of School Web Sites The primary purpose of a School District web site is to communicate effectively with its community. The principal or designee shall ensure that the site is maintained in such a way that the community receives reasonably current and accurate information. The school may elect to have its web site serve additional purposes related to its educational mission. These include, but are not limited to:

1. Publishing the student newspaper; 2. Publishing student literary magazines; 3. Posting teacher-created class information; 4. Publishing appropriate student class work.

When a school allows student publications on its web site, the purpose of including such publications shall be clearly identified in that section of the site. These publications shall be consistent with the mission, goals, policies, programs and activities of the District. All publications shall meet established District and school requirements related to student print publications and in accordance with state and federal law related to student expression.


Content Standards 1. Required Information

All web pages must:

a. contain the name, address and District e-mail address of the author. Student web pages shall use the sponsoring staff member;

b. be grammatically correct with no spelling errors. Spell-checking and

proofreading are required;

c. contain current and accurate information;

d. include a copyright statement with student work and at other appropriate times;

e. use District templates;

f. contain a created or modified date and the name or initials of the person responsible;

g. identify District affiliation and contain a link to return to the District’s own

page.

h. The following disclaimer will be published on all web pages:

The accuracy and quality of information cannot be guaranteed. The District will not be responsible for any information that may be lost, damaged or unavailable due to technical or other difficulties. The District has made every reasonable attempt to ensure that the District’s web pages are educationally sound, and do not contain links to any questionable material or anything that can be deemed in violation of the District’s electronic communications policy.

Student and organization web page disclaimers should also include the following: Opinions expressed on this page shall not be attributed to the School District.

Staff members requesting links to sites outside the District’s server are responsible for checking all materials at those sites for appropriateness. Those links should be checked regularly and revised, if necessary.

Use of web pages for personal or commercial financial gain is prohibited.

2. Standards


a. All materials and information must be consistent with the mission, goals, policies, programs and activities of the District. All subject matter shall relate to curriculum, instruction, appropriate general information, or to activities of the District or of schools within the District.

b. All materials on a school web site shall be either original to the school, in the

public domain, or posted with the express permission of its rightful owner. This includes, but is not limited to, text, graphics, pictures, video, sound, music, characters, logos, and trade marks. Web page publications shall follow all applicable copyright laws and guidelines.

c. Teachers may maintain instructional pages on the school’s web site. They may

also maintain and link to instructional sites on remote servers, especially servers designed for educational use, provided that the linked sites conform to all parts of this policy.

d. Neither staff nor students may publish personal home pages on the District’s

server. e. Student-created web pages shall be supervised and monitored by a designated

staff advisor and shall comply with all aspects of school and District web policy. Student organizations that are not officially recognized and do not have staff advisors shall not be permitted to submit materials for publication on school web sites.

f. Web page authors will use web sites for academic, educational and research

purposes only.

g. Web page authors will respect the rights of others.

h. Web page authors will not display abusive, harassing, libelous, obscene, offensive, profane, threatening, sexually explicit or illegal material.

i. Web page authors will not use the web sites for commercial, purchasing or illegal purposes.

j. Students using school district computers and/or accessing school district web

pages, or using the Internet service provided by the school district, shall not engage in hacking and shall not access unauthorized sites or participate in any other unlawful activities on line.

3. Advertising/Sponsorships Any use of advertising or sponsorships that appear on a web site must be approved by the School web site administrator, the District’s Internet services department, and the Superintendent or designee. Guidelines for approval shall be established by District’s Internet


services department and the Superintendent or designee and must be consistent with District policies and guidelines used in other schools and District publications. 4. Staff Web Pages Staff may create web pages to use in class activities or to provide a resource for other staff members. Staff web pages must reflect the educational goals and objectives of the District. District employees, Board members, or guests may not establish personal web pages using District resources. 5. School or Class Web Pages Schools or classes may establish web pages that present information about school or class activities. The building principal will designate an individual to be responsible for managing the school web site under the supervision of the Internet coordinator. Teachers will be responsible for maintaining their class pages. 6. Extracurricular Organization Web PagesExtracurricular organizations may establish web pages with the approval of the organization’s sponsor and the Internet coordinator. Material presented on the organization web page must relate specifically to organizational activities and will include only student-produced material. 7. Student Web Pages Students may establish personal web pages with staff sponsorship and approval by the Internet coordinator. Material presented in the student’s web page must be related to the student’s educational and career preparation activities. 8. Other Web Pages The District may allow other organizations, such as parent-teacher groups, booster clubs, school foundations, etc. to publish web pages provided they conform to this policy and the corresponding administrative regulations. Privacy Standards 1. Because Internet publications are available to the entire world, special care shall be

taken to protect the privacy of students and staff. Web pages may not include personally identifying information regarding a student, such as telephone numbers, addresses, names of other family members, names of friends, e-mail addresses, specific location of a student at any given time, grades, or any other academic information. No confidential information shall be published on or linked to the web site.

2. Student work may be posted on web pages only with the written consent of the

student’s parent/guardian or the eligible student before each incident of publication. The authoring student shall also sign a copyright consent form.

3. Links to student e-mail accounts are prohibited.


4. Pictures of students may be included only under the following conditions:

a. Individual student pictures may be published on the web site only with the written consent of the student’s parent/guardian or eligible student.

b. Pictures of groups of students involved in a school-related activity may be

published without consent; however, students shall only be identified by the group name.

c. Students shall not be individually identified in pictures unless there is a special

reason for doing so, such as recognition for receiving an award. In such cases, student’s parent/guardian or eligible student must give written consent.

5. Web page documents may include only the first name and the initial of the student’s

last name. 6. There shall be no expectation of privacy for information stored on or transmitted with

District equipment. The District Internet coordinator may review web pages to maintain system integrity and to monitor appropriate use of the District equipment. Illegal activities will be reported to the appropriate authorities.


Discussion Group (Asynchronous) and Instant (Synchronous) Communication The School web site may link to Usenet discussion groups, web boards and other asynchronous communication systems, as long as such use is consistent with clearly identified educational purposes and provided that a staff member is assigned to a moderator role to ensure that inappropriate material is removed in a timely fashion. School and District are not responsible for inappropriate content posted by participants acting outside the identified educational purposes. Asynchronous communication systems shall be disabled during time periods when no moderator is available. The use of synchronous communication systems with student participation shall be restricted to a controlled environment that includes staff supervision and does not allow anonymous participation. It is acceptable for participants to use pseudonyms as long as the staff advisor knows the true identity of each student using a pseudonym. Changes in Technology Given the rapid change in technology, some of the provisions of this policy may become outdated rapidly. Therefore, this policy shall be reviewed periodically and revised as necessary. When changes occur before this policy can be adjusted, the Superintendent or designee shall make decisions at the District level and the principal or designee shall make decisions at the building level, consistent with the philosophy set forth in the Board’s policy and this policy. Written Permission Written permission from both the parent/guardian and the student must be obtained prior to placing a student photograph, art work, writing or other projects on a web site. No personal contact information about the child, such as home address, phone number, or e-mail address will be given. The work will appear with a copyright notice prohibiting the copying of such work without express written permission. In the event that anyone requests such permission, those requests will be forwarded to the parent or guardian. All such work may be removed from the web site at the end of the current school year. Definitions Asynchronous communication - Asynchronous communication occurs when a message is sent to a location where readers may view it at some later time and respond. This includes such communications as Usenet groups and web boards. Synchronous communication - Synchronous communication occurs when participants send and receive messages at the same time, as in a live conversation. This includes a variety of programs commonly referred to as chat rooms. Instructional site - an educational web site maintained exclusively to assist in instruction. Advertising - the use of banners or logos that may appear at any point on a web page.


Sponsorship - names or logos associated with sponsoring persons or organizations located at a specified section of a web site. Chat - a communication exchange in which all participants are involved simultaneously and messages are transmitted to a common site instantly. Discussion group/Usenet/Web board - a communication exchange in which messages are posted at a common site, but participants are not necessarily involved simultaneously. Moderator - a staff member who reviews discussion groups regularly and deletes unsuitable messages. Pseudonym - a false name used during chat sessions. Officially recognized student organization - any club or organization in the school, approved by the principal and assigned a staff advisor that operates within the framework of state statutes, Board policy, administrative rules and the parameters of the curriculum. Adopted: March 19, 2002


WEB SITE PUBLISHING OF STUDENT WORK Student Name: _______________________________ Grade: _____ I understand that my child’s art work, writing, or other project is under consideration for publication on the School District web site, connected to the Internet. I further understand that this work will appear with a copyright notice prohibiting the copyrighting of such work without express written permission. In the event anyone requests such permission, those requests will be forwarded to me. No student last names, home address, or telephone numbers will appear with such published work. The specific work by my child under consideration is described below: ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ This permission will remain in effect until I request in writing that the work be removed. Such request will be submitted to the building principal. When requested, the work will be removed within one (1) week of receipt of the request. I understand the work may be removed from the web site at any time at the decision of the computer coordinator or person designated in the individual school. Student Signature: _____________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Name: __________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ____________________________________ Adopted: March 19,2002


WEB SITE PUBLISHING OF STUDENT PHOTOGRAPH AND IDENTIFYING INFORMATION Student Name: ___________________________________ Grade: _____ I understand that the school would like to place a picture of my student, together with his/her name, on a School District web page. The reason the school would like to give my son/daughter recognition is as follows: ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ I understand that once my student’s photograph, together with identifying information, is placed on the Internet, it may be accessed by anyone who has access to the Internet. I have been requested to provide consent to include with the photograph the identifying information in order to give my child the recognition the school would like to give him/her.

o I do hereby consent to allow the school to include my child’s full name with the photograph that will be placed on the web site.

o I do not consent to allow the school to include my child’s name with the photograph to be

placed on the web site. ____________________________ _______________________________ Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature

________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

Adopted: March 19, 2002 COPYRIGHT NOTICE A Copyright 20__ (year of publication, all copyrights reserved by _______________________ (name of individual(s) owning copyright). Example: A Copyright 2001, all copyrights reserved by John Smith Adopted: March 19, 2002


FREMONT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.6 - STAFF COMPUTER USE POLICY By opening my e-mail, by sending or receiving information, by logging on to the Internet, or by using any of Fremont County School District No.6’s(“School”) software, I am agreeing to, and understand that, this technology has been provided by School at its own expense, and it is School’s private property. It is another tool for my use in educational instruction and communication. I understand that I am not to use them for my own personal, private, or non-educational matters or to communicate personal, private, or non-educational matters. I agree that I will not communicate anything that might be construed as harassment or offensive to others based on race, sex, disability, age, religion or national origin. I will not use the Internet or e-mail to solicit business for a non school-related venture or for any personal cause I have, including political or religious issues. Excessive messages with little information for the entire school slow down productivity and clog the system. If I have any questions about whether I may circulate certain information to all employees, I will ask my supervisor before I do so. I understand that e-mail is an extension of school. I understand that e-mail messages can be traced to the sender even after they have been “deleted”. I am aware that School may be required to produce e-mail messages if litigation develops. School may review, audit, and download e-mail messages that I send or receive and may monitor my Internet access. By using these media, I agree to waive any privacy I may have in these communica-tions. If I am found to have created or sent abusive or inappropriate e-mail or participated in non work-related activities with the Internet, such as chat rooms, or downloaded abusive or inappropriate matters from the Internet, I know that I will be subject to discipline. I understand that I have no right of privacy with respect to the School’s software, e-mail or Internet access. Simply because I have a password does not mean that I have any right of privacy in my e-mail, Internet access, or software. I know that I cannot use unauthorized or secret passwords and that all passwords must be shared with the administration. Violation of this provision will subject me to discipline. I understand that I cannot print, download or send any sexually explicit images, messages, cartoons, or jokes. If I receive these from another person, I will immediately advise the sender that I am not permitted to receive such information and not to send it again. If I need assistance in responding to situations such as that described above, I will contact my supervisor. I have read the above policy and understand that when I use, open or access School’s software, e-mail or Internet, I have no right to privacy in their use of the communication or information. If I have questions about whether such activity is appropriate, I will contact my supervisor. I understand that violation of this policy will result in discipline, up to and including termination. _____________________ ______________________________

Date Employee

Adoption Date: 4/16/02

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