state & federal update transforming learning communities webinar - feb.2, 2012 dennis small,...
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State & Federal Update
Transforming Learning Communities Webinar - Feb.2, 2012
Dennis Small, OSPI
CenturyLink Grants due Feb.7
More information at http://www.k12.wa.us/EdTech/Grants/Competitive/CenturyLink/
MSP Online Testing
• Windows software already available• Mac & Linux released tomorrow• Assessment and Technology Coordinator
Webinars on Feb.7 & 9 (9-10:30, repeated)• More information at:http://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/StateTesting/OnlineTesting.aspx
Annual Technology Survey
• Due March 30, 2012• 8 districts have already completed!• New questions re: tablet computers, role of
teacher-librarians, wireless access• More information and FAQs at: http://
www.k12.wa.us/EdTech/TechSurvey.aspx
iTunesU K-12 Washington
• Launches on Feb.29, 2012• Free video & audio resources for instruction,
assessment & professional development
E-rate Application Window
• Form 471 window open now through March 20• File your Form 470 ASAP to allow 28-day
waiting period• Apply online at: http://
www.sl.universalservice.org/menu.asp
Internet Safety Training
• Update board Electronic Use policy to include this by July 1, 2012 (new CIPA requirement)
• WSSDA/OSPI updated template available by mid-February and posted online
• OSPI bulletin and WSSDA newsletter coming out as well
• Will be available at: http://www.k12.wa.us/EdTech/Policy.aspx
Title IID/EETT Carryover Funds
• Title IID formula (flow-through) “regular” & ARRA carryover funds available next week
• Competitive EETT funds: only TL21 Cohort 2 grantees will receive carryover funds
• Available through iGrants (Form Packages 236, 500 & 503): https://eds.ospi.k12.wa.us/iGrants/
State Legislative Session
• Two bills concerning Open Educational Resources (OER): – HB 2336/SB 6460 – Policy only– HB 2337/SB 6231 – Funding to develop K-12 OER
materials• First budget proposal likely to be released
soon after Feb.16 revenue projection
Microsoft IT Academy Trainings
• Microsoft Campus - Feb. 16• ESD 113 Tumwater - Feb. 17• ESD 101 Spokane - March 1• ESD 105 Yakima - March 2 • ESD 189 Anacortes - March 7• To register, or sign up for online trainings: http
://waschools.ccilearning.com/ (click on Calendar)
Any Questions?