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Kara GannSuperintendent of Schools (Superintendent 021317)

[email protected](307) 214-4021

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Contact Information

First Name Kara Last Name Gann

Middle Name Michea Email [email protected]

Primary Phone 307.214.4021 Alternate Phone 404.308.1333

Preferred ContactMethod

Email

Address

Street 4930 Catchem Dr City Alpharetta

State Georgia Zip Code/Postal Code 30004

Equal Opportunity Information

Providing this information is strictly voluntary. You will not be subject to adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If youchoose not to provide this information, please select 'Decline to Identify.'

Ethnicity Not Hispanic/Latino American Indian orAlaska Native

No

Asian No Black or AfricanAmerican

No

Native Hawaiian orOther Pacific Islander

No White Yes

CERTIFICATION

Certification Information #1

Certification Area School Principal Certification Area Type Professional Certification

Grade Level K-12 Certification State Wyoming


Certification Area Elementary Ed K-6 Certification Area Type Professional Certification

Grade Level K-6 Certification State Wyoming


Certification Area Middle Grades Endorsement Certification Area Type Professional Certification

Grade Level 4-8 Social Science Certification State Georgia


Certification Area School Principal Certification Area Type Statement of Eligibility

Grade Level Certification State Georgia


Certification Area Elementary Ed 1-6 Certification Area Type Professional Certification

Grade Level Certification State Texas

Application Date: 3/17/2017 8:48 PM

mailto:[email protected]

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION AREAS

Certification Area iTIL Foundations V3

Details

Foundational Certification ITIL is the framework designed to standardize the selection, planning, delivery, and support of ITservices in a business.

ITIL was formed in the UK and certification is managed from the UK.

http://www.itilcertification.org/

Certification State Outside United States

Computer Skills

Years of Experience 25 Keyboarding Words PerMinute

75

Word Processing Yes Spreadsheets Yes

Database Yes Web / Internet Browser Yes

E-mail Yes Graphics Yes

Microsoft Windows Yes Apple Macintosh No

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Present Position

Present Title Client Success Manager Name of Employer Schoology

Start Date 03/30/2015 Supervisor Name Tessa Miller

Supervisor PhoneNumber

212.213.8333 x70

Duties and Responsibilities

Working directly with customers throughout the United States to integrate Schoology/Blended Learning into their dailylives.Collaborate with customers, team members, and Ed Tech leaders to support new learning models.

Reasons for Leaving

Currently employed. I am only leaving this position if I was to be the successful candidate for Flager County SchoolsSuperintendent.

Only contact if finalist.

May we Contact thisEmployer

No

Experience in Education #1

From (mm/yyyy) 07/2003 To (mm/yyyy) 08/2012

Employer Name Laramie County School District #1 Assignment Instructional Technology ProgramAdministrator

Reason For Leaving Moving Supervisor Name Mike Klopfenstein



Provide district leadership and implementation of programs that align with research-based best practice, continuousimprovement processes related to curriculum, assessment, technology training and coaching services.


Yes

Job Title: Superintendent of Schools Candidate: Kara Gann




Employer Name Mansfield Independent SchoolDistrict

Assignment Instructional Technology Coach/1stGrade Teacher

Reason For Leaving Moving Supervisor Name Carol Holt


(817) 965-3437

Duties andResponsibilities

Teacher, Coach, Mentor


Yes



Employer Name Ector County Independent SchoolDistrict

Assignment 1st Grade/2nd Grade Teacher

Reason For Leaving Moving Supervisor Name Bruce Almond



Teacher, Team Lead, Mentor


Yes

Work Experience #1

Employed from (mm/yyyy)

08/2012 Employed to (mm/yyyy) 08/2015

Employer Atomic Learning Title Strategic Integration Director

Reason For Leaving Opportunity with Schoology Supervisor Name Zac Miller


612-578- 6932. Supervisor Email [email protected]


Strategic Integration Director Sales Team Member. Primary role was to model and drive adoption of Atomic Learning in K-12districts.Led a team of seven Account Executives and served as a key member of the sales management team.


Yes

Work Experience #2

Employed from (mm/yyyy)

Employed to (mm/yyyy)

Employer Title

Reason For Leaving Supervisor Name


Supervisor Email


Experience Summary

Actual experience in a scholastic environment (with the exception of non-academic experience).

Years of teachingexperience

17 Years of studentteaching experience

1



Years of administrativeexperience

9

EDUCATION

Secondary/High School Information

School Attended Laramie High School City/State Laramie Wyoming

Activities/Honors

President of FBLA Chapter, Won state level competition for the outstanding business student in the state. Elected toStudent Council and Grade Level Officer. Member of Color Guard and Concert Band.

Degree High School Diploma or GED

College/University/Vocational Institution #1

Name of School Other: Universitiy of Wyoming Attended From (mm/yyyy)

01/1981

Attended To (mm/yyyy) 05/1986 Degree Bachelor of Arts

Subject Elementary Ed


Name of School Other: Grand Canyon University Attended From (mm/yyyy)

01/2004

Attended To (mm/yyyy) 12/2005 Degree Other: Masters of Education

Subject Educational Leadership


Name of School Attended From (mm/yyyy)

Attended To (mm/yyyy) Degree

Subject

Student Teaching #1

Name of School Subject

Grade Semester

Year

REFERENCESA minimum of two references from a previous supervisor is required. If you are currently attending a college/university, references can be a professorsand/or instructor.

Mike Klophenstein

Title Former Asst. Superintendent ofInstruction and Curriculum

Relationship Supervisor

Address City Cheyenne

State Wyoming Zip 82009

Country United States

Email Phone

From 08/2003 To present

Reference Letter



Zachery Miller

Title Former V.P. of Global Sales &Marketing

Relationship Supervisor

Address City Little Falls,

State Minnesota Zip 56345

Email z Phone

From 01/2012 To present

Reference Letter

Kecia Ray

Title Executive Director/Center forDigital Education

Relationship Colleague

Address City Smyrna

State Tennessee Zip 37167

Email Phone

From 6/2006 To Present

Reference Letter

DISTRICT QUESTIONS

District Questions

Have you retired from any State of Florida administered retirement plan? You are considered retired if: 1) You have received anybenefits under the FRS Pension Plan (including DROP). 2) You have taken any distribution (including a rollover) from the FRSInvestment Plan, or alternative retirement programs offered by state universities (SUSORP), state community colleges (CCORP),state government (SMSOAP), or local governments.

No

If you have retired from a state of Florida administered retirement plan, is the effective date July 1, 2010 or later?

No

Have you previously been employed, other than a substitute teaching capacity, with the Flagler County School District?

No

If "Yes", please providethe dates of yourprevious employmentwith the District and yourposition.

Is any member of yourimmediate familyemployed by the schooldistrict of FlaglerCounty?

No

If "Yes", please provide the name of your family member, School/Dept where they worked, and Position Held.

Been investigated formisconduct related toyour employment?

No

If "Yes", please provide adetailed explanation.



Been arrested orcharged(even if nocontest or chargesdropped or pled down)for a crime?

No

If you answered "Yes" please provide details including the date of the charge, the court action, and the address of the court involved.

Are you currently under indictment or subject of any other pending legal proceeding for a criminal offense?

No

If "Yes", please provide details including the date of the charge, the court action, and the address of the court involved.

Are you under investigation by any local, county, state, federal, or international agency for any reason (including any violation of theFlorida Code of Ethics)?

No

If yes, please provide adetailed explanation.

Been named by a state agency responsible for child welfare as a perpetrator in an indicated report of child abuse or neglect?

No


Had a report of child abuse or sexual activities involving a K-12 student or minor filed against you with a school district, a state orfederal agency, a police agency, or in court?

No


Have you ever had a professional certificate, credential or license (of any kind) revoked or suspended, or have you been placed onprobationary status for any alleged misconduct or alleged violation of professional standards or conduct. Are there any pendingadverse actions against you?

No


Have you ever been denied a professional license for which you applied or granted a professional license on a conditional orprobationary basis for any alleged misconduct or alleged violation of professional standards of conduct?

No


Have you surrendered aprofessional license ofany kind before itsexpiration?

No


Have you ever been disciplined by any public agency responsible for licensure of any kind, including but not limited to educationallicensure?

No


Have you ever been suspended, terminated, non-reappointed, released during a probationary period or resigned in lieu of terminationor non-reappointment from an educational institution, the State of Florida, or any other employer/organization including the military?

No


Have you ever been placed on leave by your employer or left such employment prior to the end of the contract term due to anyreason other than the Family Medical Leave Act or a physical disability?



No


Is your physical/mental health condition such that you can fulfill the essential job functions of the position for which you are applying(either with or without reasonable accommodations)?

Yes

Are you considered a"High Risk" offender,according to Senate Bill988?

No

If you answered YES to the question above, please explain in the space provided, including the date of your last conviction.

Have you ever had any record sealed or expunged in which you were convicted, found guilty, had adjudication withheld, entered apretrial diversion program, or pled guilty or nolo contendere (no contest) to a criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation (DUIis NOT a minor traffic violation)? Failure to answer this question accurately could result in dismissal from employment. A YES or NOis required by Florida Law.

No

If Yes, you must specify the City Where Arrested, State, Date of Arrest, Charge(s), and Disposition(s). Please NOTE: Sealed orexpunged records must be reported pursuant ss. 943.0585 and 943.059, FS. However, the existence of such records will not bedisclosed nor made part of your certification file which is public record.

Have you ever been convicted, found guilty, had adjudication withheld, entered a pretrial diversion program, or pled guilty or nolocontendere (no contest) to a criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation (DUI is NOT a minor traffic violation)? Failure toanswer this question accurately could result in dismissal from employment. A YES or NO is required by Florida Law.

No

If Yes, you must specify the city where arrested, state, date of arrest, charge(s), and disposition(s).

Are you a veteran asdefined by s. 295.07,Florida Statutes?

No

Are you claiming Veteran's Preference? If yes, a DD214 must is required and can be submitted under attachments.

No

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please indicate the provision under which you qualify.

Provision 1 – A veteran of any war who has served on active duty for one day or more during a wartime period, excluding active dutyfor training, and who was discharged under honorable conditions from the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

Provision 2 – A veteran with a service-connected disability who is eligible for or receiving compensation, disability retirement, orpension under public laws administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense.

Provision 3 – Receipt of any Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal is qualifying for veterans' preference.

Provision 4– The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of a total and permanent service-connecteddisability, or the spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured, or forcibly detained by a foreign power.

Provision 5 – The unremarried widow or widower of a veteran who died of a service-connected disability.

If you state that you were "A veteran of any war...", please indicate the war, according to these options:

Korean Conflict: June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955

Vietnam Era: February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975

Persian Gulf War: August 2, 1990 to January 2, 1992

Operation Enduring Freedom: October 7, 2001 to date to be determined

Operation Iraqi Freedom: March 19, 2003 to date to be determined



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District Policy

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. Westrongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We arean equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information &Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibitRetaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, oragainst any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Application Confirmation Statement

I affirm that all information set forth in this application is accurate, truthful and complete. If I am employed by Flagler CountySchool District, I will abide by all Board of Education and school policies, work on assigned committees, and continue myprofessional growth to the best of my ability and within reasonable and personal standards. I grant permission for schoolofficials to obtain a personal record check from the federal, state, county, and/or local law enforcement agencies andDivision of Family Services. I understand that references may be contacted as soon as I submit an application. I releaseindividuals listed as references and current or former employers from any liability for information given in response to arequest for an employment reference.

I understand that I will be required to take a drug test and that some positions in the district require a physical exam prior toassuming any position for which I may be employed. In the event that I am employed by the District and in the further eventthat I have provided false or misleading information in this application or in subsequent employment interviews, Iunderstand that my employment may be terminated at any time after the discovery of the false or misleading information.

I agree to the termsabove

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Initials KG

Affirmation Date 03/17/2017



Kara M. Gann 4930 Catchem Drive

Alpharetta, GA 30004 307.214.4021

Email: [email protected]

Professional Experience Schoology 2015-Present Strategic Account Manager Client Success Manager

Accomplishment: Exceeded both Gross Retention and Net Retention Goals

Responsibilities: Establish long-term relationships with customers to promote customer success. Develop strategy for treatment of different types of accounts and customize account planning based on unique needs. Monitor and track expected vs. actual product usage, purchasing business case validity and customer satisfaction. Monitor client satisfaction and provide feedback to product management teams. Presenting at local, state, and national conferences on best practices of product use

Atomic Learning 2013-2015 Strategic Integration Director

Accomplishments: Exceeded KPI to improve year-over-year renewal revenue rate over 2%. Turned around four-year downward trend in trailing 12-month renewal revenue rate Successfully reorganized Customer Service Team resulting in improved productivity and performance Successfully met and exceeded all sales goals

Responsibilities: Working with district administrators to develop customized plans for implementing resources that result in teachers,

students and parents using Atomic Learning to enhance teaching, learning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills Supervise, mentor & coach customer services staff on effective implementation techniques Monitor the progress of implementations including forecasting and leading teams to meet renewal goals for United States

K-12 market Coordinate and develop training both virtually and onsite Manage budgets, account records within CRM (SalesForce), account renewals, strategic planning at Executive Level Presenting at local, state, and national conferences on best practices of product use

mailto:kkgann@smith

Atomic Learning 2012-2013 Southeast Territory Manager

Accomplishments: Successfully met yearly sales goals during Q2 Collaborated with Marketing to release E-Book From Inspiration to Implementation to support lead generation and

customer success.

Responsibilities: Performed professional presentations and training of Atomic Learning products remotely and onsite. Emphasized product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms

and/or reports Build and foster a network of referrals to create new opportunities for revenue growth Generate and develop new customer accounts to increase revenue Use marketing data from sales management software and Microsoft Office to maximize sales efficiency and

effectiveness Maintain accurate records, including sales call reports, expense reimbursement forms, billing invoices, and other

documentation (SalesForce, Expensify, ADP SharePoint) Assist in creating RFP responses to potential clients Presented at local, state, national conferences on best practices of product use

Laramie County School District #1, Cheyenne, Wyoming 2003-2012 Information Technology Program Administrator Responsibilities:

Design, plan, and develop learning programs that align to professional learning activities to support teacher and leader effectiveness

Develop annual goals, which include immediate and long range strategic plans for professional learning and monitor progress dashboard indicators

Provide direction and implementation of programs related to curriculum and assessment for students and staff, including technology training and coaching services

Provide leadership and collaboration to assist in alignment of technology services through school improvement efforts, research based best practice, continuous improvement processes to ensure the District vision, mission, core values, and goals are supporting teacher and leader effectiveness

Provide coaching and training to adult learners for the delivery of content Coordinate and manage the development of technology standards and assessments embedded into the curricular areas

across all grade levels Manage the development, design, and implementation of a comprehensive online professional development, assessment,

and reporting program for all staff, which provides the data to align district professional learning activities Promote and support technology integration and literacy standards and assessments for students and staff in a relevant

manner Manage, supervise, and evaluate Technology Integration Specialists/ Coaches and other personnel Assist in the design of new district wide facilities that include state of the art technology programs Develop, maintain, and direct budget management for program budgets

Mansfield Independent School District, Mansfield, Texas 2001-2003 Instructional Technology Coach Responsibilities:

Design, plan, and present content specific training to staff members aligned with state content standards Provide instructional and technical assistance to district staff regarding hardware and software applications Manage budget and purchase equipment and software Serve as liaison with district technology personnel and school personnel Develop curriculum for distribution to classrooms regarding technology integration aligning with state content standards Model best practices and visionary leadership in lesson design and implementation of 21st Century Skills Participate in Site-Based Decision Making Team

Mansfield Independent School District, Mansfield, Texas 1990-2001 Elementary Teacher Responsibilities:

Classroom Teacher Supervising Teacher for Student Teachers Team Leader District Level Selection Committee for Language Arts Curriculum Mentor for High School students in Teacher Vocational Training Program

Ector County Independent School District, Odessa, Texas 1986-1990 Elementary Teacher Responsibilities:

Classroom Teacher Team Leader/Campus Improvement Team Chapter 1 Reading Instruction Instructor for Magnet Curriculum/CBM Math and Language Development Supervising Teacher for Student Teachers

National-State-Local Committees, Awards and Publications

Recipient of Silver Presidential Service Award International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE) Board of Directors (2008-2012) Executive Committee, Secretary for ISTE Board of Directors (2010-2012) Member of ISTE’s ESEA Reauthorization Advisory Council Workshop Chairman for ISTE’s Conference 2010 BYOD Chairman for ISTE’s Conference 2014 Delta Kappa Gamma Professional Honor Society for Women Educators State of Wyoming Instructional Coaching Council (2007-2012) Forsyth County Georgia School District Local School Council (2012-Present) Recipient of Electronic Data Systems (EDS) Creative Instructional Technology Grant “Match Word”

Recipient of Educational Foundation Innovative Teaching Grant “U-Tote-Um” Co-Author of “Technology, Coaching, and Community: Power Partners for Improved Professional Development in Primary and Secondary Education” Learning & Leading with Technology, “As I See IT” guest column writer May 2012-December 2012 SmartBrief, “4 Strategies for Guiding People through Change,” guest blog writer, May 13, 2015 Sunguard K-12 “Creating a Culture for Sustainable Change,” guest blog writer, August 23, 2016

Professional Development Cognitive Coaching Foundations Instructional Coaching- Jim Knight & Kansas Coaching Project

Professional Learning Communities-Solution Tree Marzano’s School Leadership that Works-McRel Marzano’s Using Technology with Classroom Instruction that Works-McRel ITIL Training and Foundation Certification Training SMART Technologies McGrath SUCCEED With Supervision, Evaluation, & Leadership

Interaction Management Essentials Facilitative Leadership for School Administrators Just Enough Project Management Quantum Learning

Education M.Ed. Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ

Educational Administration B.A. University of Wyoming Laramie, WY

Elementary Education.

Licensure, Certifications. Memberships Wyoming Principal Certification K-12 Wyoming Teacher Certification K-8 Texas, General Elementary Grades 1-8 Texas Technology Core Competency Certification (TTCC) K-12 Georgia Early Childhood Education P-5 Certificate #1213915 Georgia Middle Grades 4-8 Georgia Middle Grades Social Science 4-8 Georgia Principal Certificate International Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) V3 Training and Foundation Co-owner Smith & Gann Educational Consulting ISTE Membership CoSN Membership ASCD Membership Learning Forward Membership

March 16, 2017

Kara Gann

4930 Catchem Drive

Alpharetta, GA 30004

Dear Board of Directors:

James Kouzes & Barry Posner in their book The Leadership Challenge state; “Leaders Get People Moving, They energize and mobilize, They take people and organizations to places they have never been before.” During a recent visit to Palm Coast I learned of the Superintendent of School positing. As I visited with

individuals in the community and discovered more about the culture of Flagler Public Schools, I knew I was

uniquely qualified to do exactly what Kouzes & Posner were speaking of..Energize, Mobilize, & Take Flagler

Public Schools to the next level.

I’ve had the pleasure of being a leader most of my life. My first memory is when I was elected as president

of my 4-H Club when I was 10 years old. I held leadership roles throughout my public education years and

into college. When entering the teaching profession it became clear that my leadership skills would continue

to direct my path.

As a teacher I continued to lead both in my school and at the district level. I helped develop, execute and

communicate progress on school and district strategic plans. I worked with the Texas University System as

a student teacher mentor, and was selected to be part of a newly created position which is now known as an

Instructional/Technology Coach.

At the district level, I reported to the CIO and then to the Superintendent. By leading an Instructional

Coaching Team of Technology Integration Specialist we supported 26 K-6 Elementary Schools, 3 Middle

Schools & 3 High Schools. I designed, implemented and managed programs that have had a direct impact

on school improvement and school improvement initiatives. I have designed, executed and completed large

implementations ranging from Student Information Systems, Emergency Calling Systems, Phone Systems,

Computer Operating Systems and Microsoft Office upgrades along with a number of curriculum systems

throughout my career.

I worked extensively with developing, designing, and implementing professional learning communities. I

provided comprehensive training and leadership for teams using Marzano’s and DuFour’s strategies for

school improvement and student achievement. I successfully implemented Professional Learning

Communities to support our districts guaranteed and viable curriculum aligned with standards, along with

data based decision making using our district data warehouse.

In 2012 I determined that the next step in my career was to venture into the private sector. It was in this

arena that I learned the ‘business’ side of the educational world. My background of 31 years’ experience is

rich with educational expertise and I found myself working with our nation's most innovative and largest

districts. I’ve been successful in selling, consulting, facilitating the design and execution of strategic plans for

these districts. I have enjoyed working and learning extensively from district leaders across the US in many

of our nation's top 100 schools.

I have a deep desire to serve others and leave the world a better place. I earned a Presidential Volunteer

Service Award from President Obama for my work within the educational community. I served as an

Executive Committee member on the Board of Directors for the International Society of Technology

Educators (ISTE). I have been published in magazines and on leadership blogs and have spoken at a

number of conferences regarding my ideas surrounding leadership, assessment, innovation and change.

I believe I am uniquely qualified to be the Superintendent of Flagler County Schools because I have:

● 31 Years of educational experience supporting teaching and learning.

● Educational experience in a variety of roles including supporting organization growth and innovation

in a cost effective and transformational manner.

● Proven dedication to community service.

● Innovator and leader within the educational community.

● Successful business leader and partner to public education.

I would be honored to serve Flagler County Schools as their Superintendent and would appreciate your

consideration for this position.

March 16, 2017

To Whom It May Concern,

It is a privilege and an honor to offer a letter of recommendation to Kara Gann in support of her

application for superintendent of Flagler County Public Schools. As the Executive Director of the Center

for Digital Education, I have known Kara for many years. I’ve recognized that Kara is a dedicated team

member and strives to listen and learn through her pragmatic leadership style. And, I’ve observed how

she keeps a vigilant eye on project objectives while staying focused on important details. I have known

Kara as a district leader, ISTE Board Member and as a vendor. She managed the team that supported a

product that we purchased in Metro Nashville Public Schools. Through her expertise she was able to build

a model and provide support services to our district that allowed us to accomplish our goals in support of

curriculum and instruction for students within the district.

Kara has exceptional experience in teacher/parent/family/community relations and has successfully

drawn diverse communities together to support the common vision of the school district. Through her

genuine desire to serve others she is able to lead effectively while participating equally in supporting the

goals. She has the ability to create enduring relationships with individuals while encouraging successful

group dynamics. One thing that has always impressed me about Kara’s leadership is that she truly makes

decisions based on what is happening in the classroom. She never forgets that it is always about the

students and their future.

Kara is a person of high integrity. Her level of professionalism and energy is contagious and motivating. I

have no reservation about recommending Kara Gann for the position of Superintendent of Schools. Her

track record of success exemplifies her credentials as a proven organizational and education leader.

Sincerely,

Dr. Kecia Ray

Dr. Kecia Ray 5988 Rock Springs Road

Smyrna, TN 37167

[email protected]

Kecia Ray

Evidence of Impact on Student achievement

Marzano Research states, Effective teaching is essential to student achievement, and appropriate evaluation and coaching can increase teacher effectiveness. Teachers who set pedagogical growth goals and work to achieve them, either alone or with a coach or administrator, improve their expertise and instructional skill.

This project began in 2006 under my leadership. I led the team of Executive Leaders,

Principals, Teachers, and Instructional Coaches to write and validate questions in alignment

with the IC3 Standards. The IC3 standards are aligned with today's most current technologies

and relevant digital literacy requirements and received the ISTE Seal of Alignment in regard to

the Administration and Teacher Standards. The results from this assessment were used to

support the district and school strategic plans. (Exhibit A) Placing purposeful steps inside of

each school's strategic plans helped to create a culture that allowed teachers to grow their

technological capacity, build goals into their individual professional development plans and

support transformational learning that is necessary for students to compete in our global

economy.

We began our data project with these guiding statements:

● Nationwide, the number of jobs requiring technical training is growing at five times the

rate of other occupations.

● Workers who are not adequately prepared to compete are in danger of seeing their jobs

shifted to countries whose citizens are stronger in scientific literacy.

● Teachers need to be able to educate our next generation of students so they can

compete in the global society that they will be living in.

We created 3 types of assessment questions. Knowledge Based Questions, Performance

Based Questions, and Short Answer questions. The assessment consisted of 3 modules similar

to the IC3 model: Key Applications, Computing Fundamentals and Living Online. (Exhibit B) The

assessment was administered to all district employees in the fall with a 98% participation rate

from the certified staff. Proficiency was set at 80% and any individual that scored under the

80% mark was required to retest in the spring. The final data analysis was reviewed by the

Superintendent's Cabinet before sending aggregated Essential Skills data to the individual

Building Principals & Instructional/Technology Coaches. (Exhibit C)

All district level staff development was designed to support growth in these Essential Skills and I

worked with building principals and their Instructional Coach to design the professional

development that would be held during the school year in their respective buildings. Individual

Letters were sent to each participant so they could select personal growth goals.

We saw growth yearly across the district year due to targeted professional development.

(Exhibit D) The assessment was administered yearly until 2010 and it was at that time we

finished the remodel of all of the classrooms to support a more digital learning space. At that

time we transitioned our thinking from a technology literacy to a technology integration model.

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Action Plan to Support Technology

XXX- ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Technology Literacy Plan 2008-2009

NCA Target Area Goal: Staff will improve technological skills to enable all students to learn in a technology-enriched environment.

Interventions: All staff will improve their knowledge, understanding, and use of technology.

a.) Activity b.) Cite scientific research/source

Participants Person

Responsible

Timeline Resources Funding Source $ Amount

Assessment/Impact on IMPROVING

Student Achievement Start Completed/ Follow-up

All staff will be trained on the use of SchoolFusion. Each staff member will maintain a basic page with grade appropriate information.

All Staff

Building Webmaster/ TIS/ Administrator

10/08 06/09 Building computers building n/a Fall 2009 IC3 test

Staff will become comfortable with a variety of technology media and programs during a tech in ten format during staff meetings. Items to be covered include smart boards and software, Microsoft 2007, Internet based learning programs, effective use of the C.O.W.S, .

All Staff District Staff/TIS/ Administrator

10/08 06/09

District Level Training Classes/Independent Study/and teacher specific training

building n/a Fall 2008 IC3 test

One-to-one or small group instruction will be offered during PLC collaborative time to help teachers integrate technology into curriculum.

All Staff TIS/ Administrator/staff

10/08 06/09 n/a n/a n/a Observation and collaboration

Monthly technology meetings will be offered by building TIS. Items to be covered will be based upon the 2008 IC3 test and a needs survey completed in January.

All Staff TIS/ Administrator

11/08 06/09 Building computer Online survey tools TIS

n/a n/a Fall 2009 IC3 test

Exhibit A

Action Plan to Support Technology

Page 2 of 2 Revised December 1, 2006

Teachers will direct paraprofessional assistant in the computer lab by completing an instructional form that indicates which performance indicator is to be supported, and what programs are to be used for instruction.

Teachers/Computer Lab Assistant

Teachers/TIS 10/08 06/09 Programs/Internet available in computer lab

n/a n/a Assistant will keep written plans in notebook.

Grade level technology performance indicators will be provided and reviewed during articulation meetings. Teachers will align classroom instruction to ensure coverage of grade level indicators.

All Staff TIS/ Administrator

10/08 06/09 Materials posted on District Webpage

n/a n/a

Individual student data entered in Excel Document and overall score entered in Teacher Gradebook-Assessment

Teachers will assess students at grade level district Technology Performance Indicators.

Teachers Teachers/TIS 10/08 06/09 Materials posted on District Webpage.

n/a n/a

Individual student data entered in Excel Document and overall score entered in Teacher Gradebook-Assessment

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March 16, 2017

To Whom It May Concern,

It is a privilege and an honor to offer a letter of recommendation to Kara Gann in support of her

application for superintendent of Flagler County Public Schools. As the Executive Director of the Center

for Digital Education, I have known Kara for many years. I’ve recognized that Kara is a dedicated team

member and strives to listen and learn through her pragmatic leadership style. And, I’ve observed how

she keeps a vigilant eye on project objectives while staying focused on important details. I have known

Kara as a district leader, ISTE Board Member and as a vendor. She managed the team that supported a

product that we purchased in Metro Nashville Public Schools. Through her expertise she was able to build

a model and provide support services to our district that allowed us to accomplish our goals in support of

curriculum and instruction for students within the district.

Kara has exceptional experience in teacher/parent/family/community relations and has successfully

drawn diverse communities together to support the common vision of the school district. Through her

genuine desire to serve others she is able to lead effectively while participating equally in supporting the

goals. She has the ability to create enduring relationships with individuals while encouraging successful

group dynamics. One thing that has always impressed me about Kara’s leadership is that she truly makes

decisions based on what is happening in the classroom. She never forgets that it is always about the

students and their future.

Kara is a person of high integrity. Her level of professionalism and energy is contagious and motivating. I

have no reservation about recommending Kara Gann for the position of Superintendent of Schools. Her

track record of success exemplifies her credentials as a proven organizational and education leader.

Sincerely,

Dr. Kecia Ray

Dr. Kecia Ray 5988 Rock Springs Road

Smyrna, TN 37167

[email protected]

Kecia Ray

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