Quitman County Schools
Georgetown, Georgia
Three-Year Technology Plan
July1, 2009 – June 30, 2012
Superintendent
William D. Burns
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Table of Contents
I. Vision for Technology Use……………………………..……………………………..1
II. Current Reality ...............................................................................................................2
Data Sources/Access to Technology………………………………………5
Technology Uses………………………….……………………………….6
Instructional uses of technology…………………………………..6
Administrative uses of technology………………...……………6-7
Parent/Community uses of technology……………………………7
Gap Analysis………………………………………………………………8
Instructional uses of technology………………….……………….8
Administrative uses of technology…………………………….9-10
Parent/Community uses of technology…….…………………….10
Goals, Benchmarks, and Strategies………………………………………………10
Instructional uses of technology……………………………...11-15
Administrative uses of technology…………..……………….16-19
Parent/Community uses of technology…….…………………20-21
System readiness…………………………………………..…22-24
III. Communication and Marketing……………...…………………………………..25
Integration/coordination with long range planning initiatives………..…25
IV. Professional Development…………………….……………………………..26-27
Appendices…………………………………………………………………..
Acceptable Use Policy……………………………………………….28-30
Interoperability and Redeployment…………………………….………..31
―CIPA‖………………………………………………………….……….32
Internet Use Policy………………………….…………………….……..33
Technology Use Policy…………………………………………..………34
Internet Network Access Agreement…………………………..…….35-36
Laptop Agreement Form………………………………………..…….…37
QCS Technology Survey……………………………………….……38-42
Computer Software Inventory…………………………………………..43
Software Application Form……………………………………………..44
Software Evaluation Criteria……………………………………………45
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I. Vision for Technology Use
Compose an overall mission and/or vision which describes the steps the LEA is
taking to ensure all students/teachers have increased access to technology.
Include a list of specific vision statements for system educational improvement
over a three year period
The mission of the Quitman County School System Technology Department is to provide and
support an environment in which all stakeholders — students, educators, support staff, parents,
and the community — use technology as a tool in all facets of the educational process.
Technology will be utilized to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities, have an
equal opportunity to access technology, to graduate high school, and to be successful in an
information-driven, global society.
Quitman County School System wants to be recognized as a world-class school system that
holds a vision of excellence for all students with a 100% graduation rate with successful
student progression at each level. The district's mission: To ensure the academic success of
each child, each day, no excuses.
It is imperative that education remain relevant to the age in which we live. The ability to gather,
manipulate, and present data using technology as the medium is a required skill in the emerging
global community. Technology promotes the development of essential higher-order thinking
skills in a life-long learning model of education. The use of computers and other technologies for
problem solving has been identified as an integral component for a student’s success in higher
learning and in the new workplace. The Quitman County School District’s vision for technology
is that students will be fluent in the use of technology so that its application becomes
commonplace for them.
Technology can captivate and engage students thereby impacting academic achievement. In
order for technology to have maximum effect on academic achievement, professional learning
for teachers is imperative so that they feel competent in the ever-changing roles of technology
thus enabling them to fully implement the resources available to them. Our intranet facilitates
training and technical support to all district employees. Technology trainers provide professional
development opportunities focusing on available technologies with a student-centered focus.
Technology is a resource for expanding and creating new options in education. Teachers utilize
technology in two ways: for the delivery of instruction and as a professional tool. In Quitman
County, integration of technology into the curriculum is expected, and, as more teachers are
becoming comfortable with computers and software, this is becoming a reality.
As the district works toward providing students with an integrated curriculum relevant to their
needs, technology becomes an essential component in instruction. Believing that, uniform
technology integration standards will be implemented across all grade levels to develop
progressively more sophisticated levels of technology use. Teachers will integrate technology
on a daily basis with an increased focus on student uses to promote higher-order thinking skills
and performance-based assessments. Students will use technology resources to access and apply
information to solve problems, communicate ideas, and reinforce academic skills. Students will
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use interactive devices such as whiteboards, instant assessment devices, scientific probes, laptops,
and calculators to conduct experiments, present information, manage data, and demonstrate
understanding of concepts.
In order to support the delivery of instruction, the focus will remain on maintaining and increasing
the accessibility of technology in all schools. We will continue to increase the number of 21stcentury
classrooms. As a standard, all new construction will be wired for 21stcentury capability. Existing
classrooms will be upgraded to include the minimum of a ceiling-mounted projector and an
interactive whiteboard device. Teachers will increase the utilization of stationary computer
labs, mobile wireless laptop labs, handheld devices, interactive whiteboards, instant assessment
devices, and video-streaming to provide meaningful instruction and curriculum enrichment.
Administrators will provide leadership by modeling confident and effective uses of technology
and telecommunication tools. Key administrators such as principals, counselors, and school
resource officers will be provided mobile computing devices that will afford them increased
productivity and immediate access to critical information. Administrative efficiency will be
enhanced through the use of PowerSchool, a web-based student information database; web-based
instruction; professional development; system-wide email; and video conferencing via the
Internet and intranet. Administrators will use online and software-based testing resources to
disaggregate data. This data will be used to focus instruction and strategies to enhance learning
for targeted subgroups.
In an effort to improve community perception, a high priority is placed on home/school
communication. Power Teacher gradebook will replace InteGrade Pro as the district’s
gradebook program beginning in the 2000-10 school year. Student grades, assignments, and
attendance will be available to parents through secure logins to the system. Email presently serves
as an important communication tool between parents and teachers. Links to teacher email
addresses are provided on all school websites and will be available from the parent portal in
PowerSchool. Currently, school websites provide important information about the operation of
the school as well as information pertaining to student life such as school lunch menus, school
calendars, athletic events, and extracurricular activities. In the future, school websites will
emerge as an instructional resource for parents and students. Teacher websites will be added to
school websites and will offer homework help, class assignment information, and information
concerning other classroom resources and activities.
Information is offered to parents concerning emerging technologies in education, Internet
safety, and Internet resources. Parents will receive training and information through various
formats to understand and assist students with homework, test taking strategies, and technology
applications. Our students are able to utilize the Georgia Online Assessment System and Study
Island from home. The Georgia Online Assessment System and Study Island provides students
with CRCT and GHSGT practice exams. The school system will continue its efforts to educate
parents and community members on opportunities to utilize technology to raise student
achievement.
II. Current Reality
Identify your data sources. What data does your technology inventory survey
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tell you? Compose a narrative analyzing the gap in access to technology across
the district. Address the following groups—instructional, administrative,
parent/community, system readiness/system support—personnel/resources.
A. Access to Technology/Data Sources
The school and the system maintain inventories on all hardware, software and peripherals. The
state hardware survey conducted each fall is examined to determine areas of need within the
schools. State QBE, local technology, and applicable federal funds are used to fill in the gaps so
that all students in all schools have equitable resources. Within the schools, resources are
distributed so that all teachers and students have access to technology and Internet access. All
technology purchases are made based on the instructional value to meet our goals of increasing
student achievement.
Media centers and computer labs are scheduled flexibly so that students and teachers can access
resources quickly and easily. Media centers have 4 up-to-date computers for use with the
Alexandria circulation/catalog system in addition to the computers used for Internet research and
other software applications. Video distribution is installed in every school and is linked to every
classroom. All classrooms have at least two computers. LCD projectors and digital cameras, are
available for teacher and student use in the media center In addition to the video streaming
curriculum resources offered by PeachStar, the schools also have Galileo another on-line
resource. The School has one instructional computer lab and three mobile labs.
According to the 2008 Annual School Technology Inventory Survey, the Quitman County
School System possesses 157 computers; 135 are used for instructional purposes and 22 are
administrative computers. There are 283 students in the system so the ratio of students per
student computer is 2.0963. The school system has a local area network (LAN) in place
consisting of 1 school and a central office. Land Line – Fiber connects the district demark and
schools at a speed of 1000 using Ethernet WAN topology. A 802.11a wireless system is also
implemented.
For security purposes the system uses NOD32 for its virus protection on workstations and
servers. The e-mail server uses Sonic Wall Anti-virus program and Barracuda to scan emails for
spam and viruses. Sonic Wall is the systems’ content filtering device that protects the system
from would be hackers and also keeps students and employees from accessing inappropriate
websites. Sonic Wall Intrusion Prevention software has also been purchased. Everyone that
accesses the school systems network is required to login with a user id and password, and each
individual is given permissions to use certain folders and resources on the network.
Students have access to basic application software ( Microsoft Office), basic multi-media
software (PowerPoint), and other independent content-related software programs. An online
typing tutorial is available through InfoSource and an online Microsoft Tutorial is available
through Custom Guide. Various networked software is available for instructional use, tutorials,
simulations, and monitoring of student achievement, i.e. MAP, Study Island, Voyager Reading
and Math, Integrade, Accelerated Reader, STAR, etc. Students with disabilities have access to
software that assists them in various other areas. Assistive/adaptive peripherals are available to
meet student/teacher needs.
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The system maintains a web site that provides up-to-date information regarding school activities,
calendars, and general information. Parents may find information about their child’s school on
the school’s individual web site, linked through the main system web site. In addition, parents
may contact teachers and administrators through email.
B. Technology Use –
Instructional uses of technology
The Quitman County School District provides many ways for teachers to use technology in the
classroom. Projectors, sound systems, multiple computers in the classrooms and instructional
software packages are just some of the means the system offers to ensure teachers have every
tool necessary to effectively educate their students. Teachers can communicate with students
and parents through the school system’s website, and through email. This helps to get parents
involved in the education of their children which is extremely important to student success.
In order for teachers to use the technology effectively, the school system has provided high speed
network with drops and switches in every classroom that allows full connectivity to the school
systems network and to the Internet. Students and teachers have access to servers to store and
retrieve data. Wireless access is also available throughout our system for teachers and students to
utilize. Along with this, the school system provides a technology director that is capable of
attending to all the technology needs (troubleshooting, installing, maintaining, etc.) the system
may have.
Administrative uses of technology
The Quitman County School System provides all Principals, Department heads and other
administrators the technology that is needed for them to effectively do the work required by the
board of education, parents and students. Each person is provided with a computer, or
computers, and all software they need to do their work. Servers that are very capable of handling
the school system’s needs are setup and maintained by the Technology Director.
PC Genesis, the accounting program, is used for all financial aspects of the school
district. This program is a client-server based DOS program written in COBOL. Access
is limited to central office employees only. All district financial, personnel, and
purchasing information is controlled and managed through the PC Genesis program.
Quicken is used at the school level.
SASI, the student information software, is setup so that schools can input all student data
record information quickly and accurately and is supported by the SIS coordinator, who
is also our Technology Director. The Counselor and SIS Coordinator input all student
data into the program.
Microsoft Office Outlook is the email system the entire school system uses for effective
communication between parents, administrators, teachers and other individuals that are
involved in the day to day operations of the school system.
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SEMS is the software package of choice for the Special Education Department and it is
used efficiently and effectively to write IEP’s and specialized student reports as well as
tracking due dates for student evaluations.
Microsoft Office Suites are provided to every teacher and administrator for everyday
creation of documents and spreadsheets as well as Power Point presentations.
EBoard is an online program used by the Board of Education to provide parents access to
online board policies.
Everyone in the school system has access to web based data through high speed data
connections, with access speeds up to 1 Gbps.
Wireless access to our system’s resources and guest internet connection is widely
available throughout the system assisting in e-mail access and presentations.
All teachers maintain an electronic grade book which is a component of SASI.
Schedules and student demographics are populated in teacher grade books as part of the
integrated student information relational database
TimeForce Time clock finger print reader are used to enhance the accounting and payroll
responsibilities for use with all personnel.
Parent/Community uses of technology
Technology is an essential part of parental and community involvement. The Quitman County
School System utilizes the following technologies to keep stakeholders informed:
The Quitman County Board of Education utilizes eBoard to post online board
policies, on the Internet;
The school system has a website at www.quitman.k12.ga.us that contains
information about the school and the district;
Progress reports may be generated through the teacher grade book program, and these
reports may be emailed to parents as needed;
The school system utilizes School Messenger an automated rapid-calling system,
used to notify parents of upcoming events, closings, and other important information;
and
The school system utilizes email and telecommunications to remain in two-way
contact with parents.
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C. Gap Analysis -
Instructional uses of technology
QCS should continually evaluate their usage to ensure that the existing systems are being used to
their fullest extent. Outdated hardware and equipment is a concern district-wide. A short-
term budgeting goal should include replacing outdated and obsolete equipment that can no
longer function within the network and utilize necessary instructional programs. This process
is a crucial component of maintaining an effective and modern student-to-computer ratio.
Laptops are issued on a limited basis to itinerant personnel, such as academic coaches and
other traveling teachers with special circumstances. As the need for these teachers to have their
resources with them has increased, the need for additional laptop computers has also
increased. The school system should review a variety of acquisition options, including
three- year lease possibilities, to ensure modern and effective equipment is available to these
personnel.
Due to the size of our system, many of our employees have multiple roles. The technology
director services both the school and the district, is responsible for 3rd – 8th grade technology
classes, and is the Student Records and FTE Coordinator. A new high school will open in
August 09, with two additional labs, the technology director will have to assist more
personnel and students; therefore, will often be overloaded. The system should explore
options to alleviate this issue through the hiring of an additional technology specialist and/or
the purchasing of a remote management solution to deploy programs to quickly troubleshoot
technical issues on a larger scale.
Majority of the classrooms lack many components of a 21st Century classroom. The state defines
a 21st Century Classroom as one that includes a mounted projector, an interactive whiteboard,
a teacher laptop, student response system, student laptops, digital photography equipment and
editing software, and podcasting equipment, most educators lack the training needed to
implement these items fully. Furthermore, funding limitations make purchasing these items
for each classroom impossible at this time.
As a starting point, limited 21st Century equipment should be acquired as soon as possible,
including projector systems with some type of supporting interactive board. A document camera
and student response system could also benefit many classrooms. The system should evaluate
instructional needs and plan accordingly for the acquisition and deployment of this equipment.
Furthermore, as 21st Century trends indicate increasing use of mobile wireless technologies, such
as student laptops and mobile labs, universal school-level wireless access and support in both
schools will be needed.
In addition, the recent administration of the state's eighth grade literacy test through the Georgia
OAS indicates that out of 21 students only 12 achieved mastery /competency. Many of those
students lacked essential computer skills. Ongoing professional learning is needed to ensure
that users take advantage of existing equipment and applications.
Access to modern equipment is essential; however, the access to and effective use of technology
in the classroom is not measured by the presence of a computer. The faculty, staff, and students
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should be able to understand and embrace technology during the course of their daily activities.
Meaningful professional learning will better enable faculty and staff members to use, explain,
and demonstrate technology applications to their students.
State and federal mandates require 8th graders in the State of Georgia to be technology literate.
The Quitman County School District emphasizes the use of technology in our classrooms. The
challenge is in identifying an appropriate method of assessment. The Technology Director has
begun to define technology benchmarks at each grade level, support teachers in the
implementation of these skills and assist students and teachers in developing electronic
portfolios. These strategies will provide the district with a comprehensive evaluation of
students’ technology literacy skills at each grade level.
Administrative uses of technology
As with the teaching faculty and staff, certificated administrative personnel also must have met
the state's technology competency requirement for certification. Once again, this minimum
requirement does not address the fact that administrators and administrative support personnel in
the school system may lack the necessary skills to utilize existing administrative applications.
As with the teaching faculty and staff, ongoing professional learning is needed to ensure that
users take advantage of existing equipment and applications. Building- and district-level
administrators have a growing need for technology literacy in terms of data management. The
use of data as the foundation for instructional decision making continues to increase, and
administrators must be able to assimilate and utilize data on demand and in real-time. Ongoing
training and support is required to make certain that data is used effectively.
The PC Genesis program is the school system's oldest administrative system; it is quickly
becoming obsolete in its current form. Only the central office staff members have access to this
program. All purchase orders must be processed with the information from the requisition being
reentered into the PC Genesis program. A joint evaluation should be performed between the
finance and technology departments to assess the continued use of this program.
The Student Information data management is one key area that has a seemingly sufficient
application overlay, but it lacks in delivering integrated functions and features beneficial in
providing important information to parents, students, teachers and administrators. This
information is currently being provided through customizations delivered by the technology
director. Ongoing evaluation of the school system's student record and data entry procedures
are necessary. This evaluation includes the continuation of steps to ensure common, district-
wide procedures for data entry, system maintenance, training of staff members, and reporting
procedures. The reliability and security of student data is essential for compliance with
confidentiality requirements, as well as maintaining the accuracy of the information. These
records establish our system's funding allotments from the state and adequate support is essential
in this area. Implementation of PowerSchool will occur during the months of June – August 09.
While the school system's website features basic information about upcoming events, calendars,
menus, and pages for each of the schools, there is a need to expand its use. Ideally, individual
grade levels, departments, and/or teachers should be able to post information. Increased training
and support for faculty and staff members is needed to guarantee they have the skills necessary
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to utilize the school system's website in a manner that maximizes benefits for parents and the
community
Parent/Community uses of technology
While the school system's website features basic information about upcoming events, calendars,
menus, and pages for each of the schools, there is a need to expand its use. Ideally, individual
grade levels, departments, and/or teachers should be able to post information. Increased training
and support for faculty and staff members is needed to guarantee they have the skills necessary
to utilize the school system's website in a manner that maximizes benefits for parents and the
community
Online access to a secure parent portal — has not been available for parents. This access to
information was once considered novel by some but is quickly becoming a standard
expectation of parents. Ongoing support from the school system is needed to ensure this
procedure be put in place and once it is in place continue to be offered and remain functionally
reliable. Training opportunities should be provided, as needed, so parents understand what
will be available and how it may be accessed.
The District is currently re-engineering the district website to a more streamlined, easy-to-
navigate portal. The district also needs to incorporate accessibility into the website for
convenient access by people with disabilities. As part of the overall re-design of the district
website, accessibility will be addressed and tested to ensure conformity to standards.
GOALS, BENCHMARKS, AND STRATEGIES
The purpose of technology is to enhance and support curriculum, instruction, communication, and
professional learning. QCSD has established the following goals for the instructional use of
technology, the use of technology as a data and resource management tool, and as a tool for both
internal and external communication. The objectives of the district improvement plan are
reflected in the following goals.
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Goals: Instructional Uses of Technology
Goal 1: Student will be competent in essential knowledge and skills.
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Elementary students will:
Annual subscription to Technology Director
develop an understanding of the basic By the end of 2009-10 Assessments will be SimpleK12 online and classroom teachers
functions of computer keyboarding, school year, administered at the end of 3rd, assessment system –
Internet navigation, and program 5th, 8th and 12th grade students.
applications. 40% of 3rd grade students $6,500.00 (students)
will be competent. $3,000.00 (teachers)
80% of 5th grade students Title I ARRA and
will be competent. local funds
Middle grade students will:
develop mastery of an office suite of By the end of 2011-12 The state 8th grade technology
applications, begin to produce digital school year, 80% of 8th literacy test will be
products, and develop skill in navigation of grade students will be administered.
Internet resources competent.
High school students will:
build upon the mastery of an office suite of By the end of the 2011-12 The district will also use
applications, produce more creative and school year 80% of 12th Simple K12 tools to assess
higher-level learning products including grade students will be student’s learning and
the use of Internet resources and different competent. comprehension
types of multimedia resources
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Goal 2: Utilize technology to support professional learning endeavors to maximize student learning
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Increase number of personnel trained to FY 10 – An increase of 3 Annual locally conducted gaps Local funds Principal
support teachers’ use of instructional technology –related PL analyses
technologies courses will be made Professional learning Technology Director
available to staff funds
SimpleK12 assessment
FY 11 – An increase of 2 Tool - $3,000
technology –related PL
courses will be made
available to staff
FY 12 – An increase of 2
technology –related PL
courses will be made
available to staff
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Goal 3: Provide appropriate access to hardware/software for teachers and students.
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Create 21st Century classroom
Elementary Annually – August 2009- -Student/teachers surveys 2009-2012 estimates Asst Superintendent
2012: Equip 2 classrooms of purchased costs:
with Mimo and mounted $6,200 annually Principal
projector, selection based Project contingent
on teacher applications. upon federal funding Technology Director
(Title VI Part B, Title
IID, QBE, SPLOST).
Middle Grades Annually – August 2009- 2009-2012 estimates
2012: Equip 1 classrooms of purchased costs:
with Mimo and mounted $3,100 annually
projector, selection based Project contingent
on teacher applications upon federal funding
(Title VI Part B, Title
IID, QBE, SPLOST).
High School August 2009: Equip 10 2009- estimate of
classrooms with Mimo and purchased costs:
mounted projector $32,000
SPLOST FUNDING
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Goal 4: Continue to update, expand, and improve access to 21st Century Technologies
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Continue to provide LAN/WAN and FY 10- Research wireless Annual State Technology Inv Local Funds $7,000 Technology Director
expand wireless access capable of handling technology solutions and Erate $175, 000.00
streaming applications and other high- begin E-rate application
bandwidth uses process
FY 11 Complete E-Rate
application process
FY 11 – All classroom will
continue to have high
speed access to online
resources and the entire
district will be wireless by
2011
Update existing system from CAT 5 FY 10 – Installation will be Technology Inventory Local Funds $13,000 Technology Director
cabling to CAT 6 cabling completed Erate $122, 110.37 MTC Consultants
Install new switches and severs
Protect all computers with Anti-virus No viruses Assessment survey and network Local Funds $5,000 Technology Director
software ESET NOD32 Installed management software
Ongoing
Provide additional bandwidth for internet AT&T FY 10 Technology Inventory and E-rate 49,000 AT&T
Request through E-rate survey Local funds $ 4900 Technology Director
Superintendent
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Goal 5: Utilize technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, promote creativity, and improve student academic
performance & technology literacy
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Acquire and utilize student response Student passing the CRCT CRCT results and other Instructional/Title 1 Principal
system to assist in students in preparations will increase 3-5% in all assessment data $15,000 Superintendent
for state testing subject areas over the next Technology Director
three years
FY 12
Acquire and utilize student software to Increase the percentage of CRCT results and other PTO donation Technology Director
assist students in preparation for state students meeting and assessment data Local funds $10,000
testing: exceeding on the GA 5th
Grade Writing Assessment
Study Island by 3-5% over 3 years
Brain POP
Acquire listening centers to promote K-3 will increase CRCT Media and Reading 1st Literacy Coach
fluency, comprehension and awareness of comprehension scores on Kindergarten Assessment $3,000 Media Specialist
appreciation of children’s literature G-Kids and CRCT
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Goals: Administrative Uses of Technology
Goal 1: Improve the technology skills of all teachers and develop their capacity and desire to facilitate engaging learning
experiences for all students.
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Teachers/administrators will use teacher Training will take place on Power Teacher will be used to Local Funds $18, 645 Technology Director
utility programs to increase efficiency and August 4-6, 2009 on the produce report cards and Power School Personnel
productivity. new Power School Student progress reports every 4 ½
Information System and weeks.
Power Teacher for all
teachers, principals, and
office staff
SEMS Web application IEPs will be posted on SEMS Local Funds – $1,000 Special Ed Director
for writing IEPs Web application. Purchased July 2008
(August 2009)
Annual training on SEMS
Newsletters to parents Principal
Annual needs assessment
Teacher/staff annual surveys
Continue us of fingerprint readers and Annually make Hardware/Software inventories Maintenance and School Secretary
timeclock software for personnel recommendations for Timesheets Customer Support
purchasing software Local Funds Technology Director
support $1,000.00
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Goal 2: Increase the application and use of technology equipment and applications to enhance job performance and productivity
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Provide in-depth training for all personnel FY 10 33% of teachers will (CIP) Curriculum Integration Local Funds Asst Superintendent
using administrative software through be competent on Plan $3,100 Principal
SimpleK12 distance learning online software Integrating Technology in Technology Director
and will be evaluated on the proficiency of use the Classroom with WEB Online Assessments
2.0 Tools
FY 11 66% of teachers will
be competent on
Integrating Technology in
the Classroom with WEB
2.0 Tools
FY 12 99% of teachers will
be competent on
Integrating Technology in
the Classroom with WEB
2.0 Tools
Evaluate needs and assess options for FY 10 - Evaluate use of PC Locally conducted gap Local Funds Finance Officer
replacing or updating PC Genesis Genesis related to program analyses 80,000 Technology Director
needs and goals
Survey of financial officer
F Y 1 1 - R e s e ar c h
options for replacing or
updating PC Genesis
FY 12 - Implement
replacement or
updating of PC Genesis
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Goal 3: Improve the overall performance of the enterprise network in order to minimize disruptions to the learning process
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Enhance tools to manage the enterprise Acquire solution to Performance statistics of the SPLOST Technology Director
network manage the enterprise LAN/WAN $20,000
network
Completed FY 10
Streamline the deployment of file servers All eligible servers will be Implementation of server SPLOST Technology Services,
throughout the schools centralized or virtualized consolidation $10,000 Data Communication
Completed FY10
Enhance skills of technology director End-user feedback is Faster response times minimize General Fund Offices of
positive classroom downtown $2,500 Accountability,
Ongoing training Technology and
Strategic Planning and
Professional
Development
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Goal 4: To promote student learning we will increase administrative proficiency and use of technology
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Publish homework assignments on the web Staff development Begin implementation in FY 10 None Classroom Teachers
for student access beyond the school day Observation and continue throughout the Principal
next 5 years Technology Director
Continue to utilize software with student Entire School Will be review on an annual Local funds $5,000 Technology Director
achievement tracking features basis Principal
Classroom teachers
Continue to utilize SIS attendance feature Entire school Ongoing basis None Principal
data Classroom teachers
Secretary
Office Asst.
Counselor
Graduation Coach
Continue to utilize the electronic grade Entire School Ongoing Annual Subscription Classroom Teachers
book, parent portal and School messenger $3500 Principal
to facilitate communication with parents
Continue use of Novanet or similar credit 9-12 grade students Teacher and counselor Local Funds Principal
recovery software for students feedback on anonymous survey Classroom teachers
and departmental meetings Counselor
indicate wireless use is flawless Graduation Coach
and without interruption
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Goals: Parent/Community Uses of Technology
Goal 1: Ensure that all parents and stakeholders have the opportunity to remain informed
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Utilize school system Internet-based web FY 10 – Teachers and Website Visits Local Funds $2,500 Technology Director
portals, automated calling systems, and administrators will increase
email communications to keep parents and use of Internet-based Email Logs Erate: 14,000
stakeholders informed. portals, automated calling Principal
systems, and email to keep
parents and stakeholders
informed by 20% Faculty/Staff
Superintendent
FY 11 – Teachers and
administrators will increase Asst. Superintendent
use of Internet-based
portals, automated calling
systems, and email to keep
parents and stakeholders
informed by 30%
FY 12 – Teachers and
administrators will increase
use of Internet-based
portals, automated calling
systems, and email to keep
parents and stakeholders
informed by 40%
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Goal 2: Enhance the relationship with parents and the community and access to information through the use of technology
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Written communication will be sent home Student technology use Technology student survey $0.00 Technology Director
with report cards on tips to improve will increase on technology Counselor
student achievement with the use of survey by 5% per year Principal
technology
Present Parent Technology Night to Technology awareness and Training evaluation survey; $0.00 Technology Director
introduce parents to the various technology use will increase on Annual parent technology Principal
tolls available for them to use with their Parental Portal and survey Parental/Involvement
students technology surveys Coordinator
May 09
Allow for community members to utilize Technology knowledge Annual parent/community $0.00 Technology Director
computer and Internet access in the Media will increase on parent and technology survey Principal
Center by appointment community technology Media Specialist
surveys
Goal 3: Increase access to and awareness of technology resources for students, parents, educators, and community
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Increase resources that are available online FY 10- Study Island Website Local Funds Technology Director
for remote access Education City Parent Survey $3,000 Renewal Media Specialist
Voyager Reading and Math August 09 Fees Literacy Coach
AR
Parental Portal of PowerSchool
Provide accurate easily located academic FY 10 Redesign of website Parental Feedback Local Funds Technology Director
and extracurricular activity information to begins and updates made to $1,000
parents via the school website. current website are made more
frequently
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Goals: System Readiness (Staff technical competencies/attitudes)
Goal 1: Use technology to support the professional growth of all staff, resulting in maximum learning for all students
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Teachers and staff will receive training Technology will be Professional Technology Director
implementing technology and using integrated into the Development $3,100 Principal
technology equipment curriculum as a tool
SimpleK12 online assessment
form
Teachers and staff will receive training in Technology Director will Principal Walkthrough Technology Director
technology use as an instructional tool in work with the teachers and Observation $0.00 Classroom Teachers
the classroom, and various learning styles help them integrate Principal
associated with it. technology into their
lessons
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Goals: System Readiness (Staff technical competencies/attitudes)
Goal 2: System and school level personnel will demonstrate readiness for effective technology use
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Collect and review data to determine FY 12 – All certified staff Quarterly review the data from QBE $3,100 Principal
instructional and administrative use and will meet the technology SimpleK12, listing teachers
competency level in using technology competency requirement who do not meet the
Technology
for certification requirement Director
LoTi assessments
FY 10-12 As new teachers
are hired, they will be
required to meet the
technology competency
requirement.
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Goal 3: The district will provide training on the new SIS (PowerSchool)
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
PowerSchool training will be provided to Support will be ongoing Class evaluation will be SASI Customer First Training provided by
facilitate support for the district through the technology performed at the end of training offered free license for Pearson
director as well as online PowerSchool
professional development Teachers and Administrators
will complete through Local Funds $14,000
PowerSchool to determine
effectiveness of training
Goal 4: Ensure that all personnel and stakeholders are educated and involved with the implementation of the goals and the vision
for technology use.
Strategies Benchmarks Evaluation Plan Budget Responsibility List
Implement a ―train the trainer‖ model to FY 10- Use train-the – Ongoing review of the school Local funds Technology Director
better implement the vision of the use of trainer model to increase system’s website for teacher Professional learning Principal
technology knowledge of school pages, newsletters and other funds
system’s vision for technology-related products $5,000
technology use with 33% generated by teachers, and
of teachers and staff training sessions
FY 11- Use train-the –
trainer model to increase
knowledge of school
system’s vision for
technology use with 66%
of teachers and staff
FY 12- Use train-the –
trainer model to increase
knowledge of school
system’s vision for
technology use with 99%
of teachers and staff
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III. Communication and Marketing
Describe strategies to share system progress, disseminate evaluation results, encourage broad
stakeholder involvement, and market the role technology can have in helping students achieve
in innovative ways. How are we sharing what we are doing? How can we show that the way we
are sharing is meeting our needs? How are we encouraging more people to be actively
involved with the system?
A. Communication/marketing
The school newsletter and news broadcast will be used as a vehicle to disseminate the
technology progress of students and teachers for workshops completed, multimedia projects, and
website design. The classroom and corridor walls, the media center and lunchroom will be used
as display areas for students work. Survey and test results will be given to teachers and reviewed
at the Media/Technology and Principal Advisory (PAT) Meetings.
The technology director will display a ―Technology Competency Chart‖ for each classroom (as
per grade level), for viewing by students, staff, and visitors. The Media/Technology Committee
will develop a competency check-off list for students as per grade level to insure exposure to and
experience with the technology competencies required for their grade level. All instructional
staff will post within visual sight of a computer a copy of the Internet Use Policy in classrooms
and other areas of the school where computers are used, as a reminder to users of technology
guidelines for use.
Students who effectively meet the QCC Technology Integration Standards for third, fifth and
eighth grade will be posted in a conspicuous area of the school and awarded a certificate of
competency to be signed off by the technology specialist.
The technology director will report to the local area newspaper information regarding new
technology for the system, access to the system by parents, workshops, and the results of
technology activities and performance by students, including those awarded with certificates of
completion. The community will be informed of any computers placed in public areas for access
to the school via website. Parents will be informed at PTO meetings about training for
computers and the Internet.
B. Integration/Coordination with Long-Range Planning Initiatives
Recognizing that the role of technology is increasing and becoming more intertwined with the overall
fabric of instruction, the principal and technology director work collaboratively to plan and implement
instructional efforts that utilize technology. These efforts are formulated based on the needs of the district
identified within the district school improvement plan and the Comprehensive Local Implementation Plan
(CLIP). These plans are continuously updated by the district- and school-level leadership teams to
reflect the needs of all student learning populations within the school system.
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IV. Professional Development
Describe how the local educational agency will provide professional
development and ensure that specific funds like E-Rate and other sources are
spent on scientifically and/or evidence based practices in relation to the
purchase of technology and technology tools.
A. Professional Development
Research regarding technology integration should be utilized to make sound educational decisions
regarding the type of technology-based professional development needed for maximizing student
learning. It is also needed to support all decisions regarding the types of hardware and software
applications needed for classroom use. The focus of these decisions should always be to ensure all
students have the opportunity to learn and succeed as they master the performance standards.
A critical component of a successful technology program is the availability of quality training coupled
with ongoing support. The integration of technology with the curriculum requires faculty and staff
members to acquire new skills and to explore alternative approaches to the delivery of the
curriculum through the use of universal problem-solving skills within new contexts.
Professional learning programs are clearly developed to provide ongoing training on critical systems
and concepts. The Quitman County School System Technology Director participates in and assists with
the planning and implementation of professional learning. New application and product purchases have a
portion of funding dedicated to professional development. Every new district-level software product that is
purchased includes either locally- or vendor-provided orientation or operation training. Workshops, in-
services, classes, and reflective activities are designed to develop effective and useful strategies
that support the school district’s improvement goals especially in the area of student
achievement.
Chattahoochee- Flint RESA, in conjunction with other continuing education centers, offers
professional learning workshops and activities that help to address curriculum areas and school
improvement goals. Self-directed learners are provided the opportunity to participate in on-line
courses through Custom Guide to enhance authentic connection to their specific individual
needs. Quitman County School District provides specific learning activities tailored to the student
population and individual school improvement plan.
Professional learning funds are allocated to ensure the proper support for and quality offerings
within the development programs. Throughout the year, the focuses of the professional learning
program remain research-based instructional practices including the Learning 6 +1 Traits of
Writing, Understanding by Design, and the implementation of the Georgia Performance
Standards (GPS) and Quality Core Curriculum (QCC). By focusing on assessment and proper
implementation of the standards, the school district is able to further identify areas of strength and
weakness as plans are made for the professional learning program for each upcoming school year.
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A. Use of Funds — Including E-Rate — to Support Technology Development and Instruction
The Quitman County School System's professional learning and instructional programs are
consistent with nationally-established criteria. As per the system's mission and vision, authentic
connections to actual work are emphasized. The professional development programs of the
Quitman County School System promote research-based instructional practices that encourage the
active engagement of students in their own learning as they master the Georgia Performance
Standards. Professional learning funds are used in support of this endeavor.
Internet connectivity has become an essential component of instruction. Connectivity now supports
instruction and communication throughout the schools and between the schools and community. A
reliable, high-speed network, managed by robust connectivity switches, servers, and other hardware,
which is connected to the Internet, is essential for the effective operation of the modern educational
program. E-Rate funds are a crucial part of the overall funding necessary to acquire and sustain
all connectivity endeavors.
All software applications relate directly to education with an emphasis on student learning and
success. The school system's instructional and professional development programs assist teachers
in targeting and improving their professional practices through the use of technology to promote student
mastery of the performance standards.
V. 8th Grade Technology Literacy
The portion of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act known as 'Enhancing Education Through
Technology Act of 2001' (E2T2) has a goal: To assist every student in crossing the digital
divide by ensuring that every student is technologically literate by the time the student finishes
the eighth grade, regardless of the student's race, ethnicity, gender, family income, geographic
location, or disability.
Educational Technology‖ is the effective implementation of technology across all curriculum
areas in a learner centered environment to support students and teachers in the learning process.
It enables students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be productive, informed
citizens, and self-directed lifelong learners. It requires teachers to develop teaching strategies that
lead to academic success for each student. It supports higher-order thinking skills such as
information-gathering, information-organizing, evaluating, problem solving and decision
making, and allows collaboration and the development of communication skills.
To ensure that our students are technologically literate by the end of the 8th grade the following curriculum
has been implemented.
Beginning school year 2008 – 2009, the technology director and media specialist provided
technology/media classes for students in grades K-8
An online assessment from SimpleK12 was utilized that provided skills on Microsoft Office Suite
to students in grades 4th – 8th
An online keyboarding curriculum was implemented for students in grades 4th – 8th.
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ACCEPTABLE USE & INTERNET SAFETY GUIDELINES
QUITMAN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Quitman County School District is pleased to make available to students access to
interconnected computer systems within the District and to the Internet, the worldwide network
that provides various means of accessing significant educational materials and opportunities.
The School District has made a significant investment to ensure that every classroom and
student has access to the Internet. Access to the School District’s computer systems and the
Internet is provided for educational purposes and research that is consistent with the school
district’s educational mission and goals. In order for the school district to be able to continue to
make its computer network and Internet access available, every student must take responsibility
for appropriate and lawful use of this access and practice Internet Responsibility. Students must
understand that the use of the school district’s computer network and Internet access is a
privilege, not a right. Misuse may jeopardize those privileges and subject the student to potential
disciplinary and legal action.
Quitman County School District will enforce the following Acceptable Use and Internet
Safety Guidelines. Upon reading the guidelines, each student must sign the Internet Network
Access Agreement before they will be given the opportunity to enjoy Internet access at school.
If a student is under the age of 18, his or her parents or legal guardian must also read and sign the
agreement. The school district will not provide access to any student who fails to obtain the
required signature on the agreement.
Below are the provisions and guidelines you agree to comply with and uphold. If you
have any questions about this provision, you should contact the Technology Director. Anyone
violating these guidelines shall be subject to, at least, the revocation of privileges.
I. PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
The act of signing the Internet Network Access Agreement signifies your agreement to
follow not only the rules in these guidelines, but also your agreeing to refrain from any other
misuse of the computer network that is not included in the guidelines but has the effect of
harming another or his or her property. Students and their parents will be responsible for
compensating the school district for any losses, costs, or damages incurred by the district relating
to or arising out of the misuse of the school’s network.
II. TERM OF PERMITTED USE
A student who submits to the school, a properly signed agreement and follows the
guidelines to which she or he has agreed will have computer network and Internet access during
the course of the school year only. Students will be asked to sign a new agreement each year
during which they are students in the school district before they are given access to the Internet.
III. ACCEPTABLE USES
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The school district is providing access to its computer networks and the Internet for only
educational purposes and research consistent with the school district’s educational mission and
goals. If you are unsure about whether a particular activity is educational or consistent with the
school’s mission, you may consult with your teacher to help you decide if a use is appropriate.
IV. UNACCEPTABLE USES
Among the uses that are considered unacceptable and which constitute a violation of the
guidelines are the following:
A. Accessing, sending or posting materials or communications that are:
1. Damaging to another’s reputation
2. Abusive
3. Obscene
4. Sexually oriented
5. Threatening
6. Contrary to the school’s policy on harassment
7. Illegal
B. Using the network for any illegal activity, including violations of copyright or
other contracts or transmitting any material in violation of Federal and State laws
and regulations
C. Using the network for private financial or commercial gain
D. Wastefully using resources
E. Utilizing any software having the purpose of damaging the school district’s
system or other user’s system
F. Gaining unauthorized access to resources or entities
G. Invading the privacy of others
H. Using another user’s password or account
I. Posting material authorized or created by another without his or her consent
J. Posting of anonymous messages
K. Using the network for commercial or private advertising
L. Forging of electronic mail messages
M. Attempting to read, delete, copy or modify the electronic mail of other system
users and deliberately interfering with the ability of other system users to send or
receive electronic mail
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N. Using the network while access privileges are suspended or revoked
O. Using the network in a fashion inconsistent with directions from teachers and
other staff and generally accepted network etiquette
P. Making use of Internet chat lines
V. INTERNET SAFETY
A. Individual Responsibility of Parents and User: All users and their parents or
guardians are advised that due to the nature of the Internet, it is extremely difficult
for the Board of Education to completely regulate and monitor the information
received or sent by students. Students will be required to make independent
decisions and use good judgment in their use of the Internet. Parents are the best
guide as to which material should not be accessed. Therefore, parents must
participate and communicate their own expectations to their student regarding
materials on the Internet.
B. Personal Safety: Be safe. In using the computer network and Internet, do not
reveal personal information such as your full name, home address or home
telephone number. Do not arrange an in-person meeting with someone you
―meet‖ on the computer network or Internet without your parent’s permission.
C. ―Hacking‖ and Other Illegal Activities: It is a violation of these guidelines to use
the school’s computer network or the Internet to gain unauthorized access to other
computers or computer systems, or to attempt to gain such unauthorized access.
D. Active Restriction Measures: The school district, either by itself or in combination
with the Data Acquisition Site providing Internet access, will utilize filtering
software or other technologies to prevent students from accessing visual
depictions that are (i) obscene, (ii) child pornography, or (iii) harmful to minors.
The school will also monitor the online activities of students, through direct
observation and/or technical means, to ensure that the students are not accessing
such depictions or any other materials which are inappropriate for minors.
VI. PRIVACY
Network and Internet access is provided as a tool for your education. The school district
reserves the right to monitor all computer and Internet activity by a user. Therefore, privacy is
not guaranteed. All such information files shall be and remain the property of the school district
and no user shall have the expectation of privacy regarding such materials.
VII. FAILURE TO FOLLOW GUIDELINES
The use of the computer network and the Internet is a privilege, not a right.
Anyone violating these guidelines shall be subject to having their privileges revoked and
potential disciplinary or legal actions.
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Interoperability and redeployment procedures
Purchasing:
All equipment purchased for student and/or classroom use will be purchased by the
Technology Coordinator and it needs to be inventoried through the media center. The
technology coordinator will keep a copy of the equipment purchase-order in a notebook
for designated funds purchase.
Receiving:
1) All equipment will be dispensed and set-up by technology coordinator or designee.
Packaging slips will be given to Central Office.
2) Barcode equipment with numbers beginning with 10000 or 11000, also use
permanent marker to write barcode on equipment. Write the barcode number on all
peripherals or components of equipment. Some equipment may need to be engraved
with Quitman County Schools, Georgetown, GA.
3) Record in the circulation computer the serial number, model number and the funds
from which it was purchased, and the price.
4) Check out equipment to patron/location in which it will be used.
5) Make a copy of instructions to give to user and put original in the equipment filing
cabinet in the folder for type, or if necessary make a new folder.
6) If a warranty card accompanies equipment – use school stamp and fill out all other
necessary information and mail in or e-mail if option.
7) Mark or stamp on the Purchase-Order the date of receipt and the barcode number
assigned.
Distribution
After equipment has been entered into the circulation computer and bar-coded it should
be taken to the point of use with the attached instructional booklet. If it a complicated
piece of machinery for which the user has no experience an instructional time should be
planned with the user by the technology coordinator.
Redeployment:
When it becomes necessary to move equipment from one room to another, the technology
coordinator must be notified for approval. After approval is given the equipment will be
taken for to the media center for check-in and check-out to new location – or the barcodes
of the equipment needs to be recorded and the room location and given to the media
specialist for updating the item record in the circulation computer and therefore the
inventory.
Interoperability
When the technology coordinator discovers older equipment that is broken or has
outlived its usefulness, those items will be staged for surplus. Surplus items will be taken
to and staged within the School District Warehouse. The technology coordinator will
identify which items are to be sold in auction or staged for redeployment. Once surplus
items are removed from the school, the technology coordinator will remove the item from
the school’s inventory list and submit those changes to Central Office.
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Quitman County Board of Education
―CIPA Compliance Policy‖
The Board of Education believes that the use of the Internet in instructional program is an
educational tool, which facilitates communication, innovation, resource sharing and access to
information. Due to the complex nature of accessible networks and the magnitude of potential
information available to anyone utilizing the Internet, the Board believes comprehensive
guidelines are warranted in order to serve the educational needs of students. A public forum to
discuss CIPA will be conducted July 2009 which will be advertised in the local newspaper.
It shall be the policy of the Quitman County Board of Education that the school system shall
have in continuous operation, with respect to any computers belonging to the school having
access to the Internet:
1. A qualifying ―technology protection measure,‖ as that term is defined in Section
1703(b)(1) of the Children’s Internet Protection Act of 2000; and
2. Procedures or guidelines developed by the superintendent, administrators and/or
other appropriate personnel which provide for monitoring the online activities of
users and the use of the chosen technology protection measure to protect against
access through such computers to visual depictions that are (i) obscene, (ii) child
pornography, or (iii) harmful to minors, as those terms are defined in Section
1703(b)(1) and (2) of the Children’s Internet Protection Act of 2000. Such
procedures or guidelines shall be designed to:
a. Provide for monitoring the online activities of users to prevent, to the
extent practicable, access by minors to inappropriate matter on the Internet
and the World Wide Web;
b. Promote the safety and security of minors when using electronic mail, chat
rooms, and other forms of direct electronic communications;
c. Prevent unauthorized access, including so-called ―hacking,‖ and other
unauthorized activities by minors online;
d. Prevent the unauthorized disclosure, use and dissemination of personal
identification information regarding minors; and
e. Restrict minors’ access to materials ―harmful to minors,‖ as that term is
defined in Section 1703(b)(2) of the Children’s Internet Protection Act of
2000.
The Quitman County School District utilizes Sonic Wall content filtering
software on all district computers.
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Internet Use Policy
Computer/Internet user policy
Students are responsible for their behavior while using school computer resources just as they are
responsible for their behavior in classrooms, hallways, and all other times during which they are
under the supervision of the New Quitman County School System
Privacy
In no event shall any student give out their full name, home address, phone number or other
personal information while using NQCSS computing resources. Nor shall any student or
employee give out information of this kind regarding any other person. No student or employee
shall give out his or her passwords to anyone other than the system operator, nor shall any
student or employee use the account or password of any other NQCSS account holder.
1) Students shall be polite and considerate of other user.
2) Students shall use appropriate language at all times.
3) Students are encouraged to use their best grammar and spelling at all time, so that their
ideas may be evaluated on their content rather that on the manner of their presentations,
but be forgiving of the errors of others.
4) Students shall use printing resources wisely.
5) Students shall use computers in a timely manner, so that all students may have an
opportunity to utilize computing resources.
6) Students are encouraged to tell the system operator whenever they find a particularly
interesting site on the Internet.
Acceptable Use
Use related to class work, including research and access to instructional materials,
particularly unique resources not available in the local setting.
Computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, etc.
Computer programming and other functions related to computer skills course.
Electronic mail
Use of individual accounts as dictated by the service provider and the New Quitman
County School System.
Vandalism
Vandalism will result in immediate cancellation of privileges, as well as additional disciplinary
action when appropriate. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm, modify, or
destroy the data, materials, equipment or software of another user, the NQCSS or of any Internet
network provider or agency. Such conduct includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or
creating of any computer virus. Any software not provided by the NQCSS must be reviewed by
system operator before it can be used in any school computer.
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Technology Usage
(Employee Technology Agreement)
I have read the Quitman County School District Technology Usage policy, administrative
regulations and netiquette guidelines and agree to abide by their provisions. I understand that
violation of these provisions may result in disciplinary action taken against me, including but not
limited to suspension or revocation of my access to district technology, and termination.
I understand that my technology usage is not private and that the school district may monitor my
use of district technology, including but not limited to accessing browser logs, e-mail logs, and
any other history of use. I consent to district interception of or access to all communications I
send. Receive or store using the district’s technology resources, pursuant to state and federal law,
even if the district’s technology resources are accessed remotely.
I understand I am responsible for my unauthorized costs arising from my use of district’s
technology resources. I understand that I am responsible for any damages I incur due to my use
of district’s technology resources.
Employee’s PRINTED Name: ___________________________________________________
Employee’s Signature: _________________________________________________________
Home Address: _____________________________________________
Home Phone Number: _______________________________________
Today’s Date: ____________________________________
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INTERNET NETWORK ACCESS AGREEMENT
I accept responsibility to abide by the Board of Education’s Acceptable Use Guidelines. I understand that the
use of the computer network and Internet is a privilege not a right, and I agree:
To use the computer network and Internet for appropriate educational purpose and research;
To use the computer network and Internet only with permission of teachers and administrators;
To be considerate of other users on the network and use appropriate language for school situations;
Not to intentionally degrade or disrupt Internet network services or equipment. This includes but is not limited
to tampering with computer hardware or software, vandalizing data, invoking computer viruses, attempting to
gain access to restricted or unauthorized network services, or violating copyright laws;
To immediately report any security problems or breeches of these responsibilities to appropriate School
staff;
To comply with all of the rules and expectations included in the policy and procedures;
Not to divulge personal information such as addresses and telephone numbers over the Internet.
I understand that I have no right to privacy when I use the school Internet network, and I consent to staff
monitoring of my communications.
I also understand that any conduct that is in conflict with these responsibilities is inappropriate and may result in
termination of network access and possible disciplinary action.
Student name (please print):_______________________________________________
Student Signature:_______________________________________________________
Date:______________________
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Due to the nature of the Internet, it is neither practical nor possible for the Board of Education to enforce
compliance with user rules at all times. Accordingly, parents and students must recognize that students will be
required to make independent decisions and use good judgment in their use of the Internet. Therefore, parents
must participate in the decision whether to allow their children access to the Internet and must communicate
their own expectations to their children regarding its use.
As the parent/legal guardian of the above student, I have read, understand and agree that my child or ward shall
comply with the terms of the School District’s Use and Internet Safety Guidelines for student access to the
School District’s computer network and the Internet.
Parent/Guardian Signature:_________________________________________________
Date:__________________
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Quitman County School District
215 Kaigler Road
Georgetown, GA 39854
(229) 334-4298
Laptop Agreement Form
Listed below is a copy of the Laptop Agreement that should be signed by every Quitman County Public Schools employee that is
issued a county laptop. All employees should read it before signing. If the laptop is received by a School Representative they
should not give the laptop to the employee until they have read and signed the agreement form. The employee does have the right to
refuse the laptop if they don’t agree with the conditions but will still be responsible for completing any job tasks that they may be
assigned to do using a computer.
I understand that I am being issued a laptop computer to facilitate student instruction and enhance student achievement; it will be in
my possession for use at and away from school.
I understand that I am responsible for the laptop computer issued to me and that I will care for the equipment in such a manner as to
prevent loss or damage. I further understand that:
The laptop is an instructional tool and should be brought to school each day.
In the event of damage, loss or theft of the laptop, I will immediately notify my principal or his/her designated
representative for repair or replacement matters.
In the case of damages which occur due to my intentional act, neglect or abuse of the laptop, or because of my failure to
follow district technology acceptable use policies, including this agreement, I understand I will be held responsible for
payment of repairs.
If the laptop is lost, stolen or damaged due to my intentional act, neglect or abuse of the laptop, or because of my failure to
follow district technology acceptable use policies, including this agreement, I will be responsible to reimburse the District,
for the replacement cost.
The laptop should be transported in its case and stored carefully so it is not susceptible to damage.
The laptop should not be left inside a vehicle where temperature extremes can permanently damage the unit and/or its
components.
The laptop should not be left unattended in any unlocked area; i.e. classroom, instructional area, office, vehicle, or
common area.
The laptop should be locked in desks, cabinets or other secured spaces and should not be left visible while not in the user’s
possession.
I may not make any permanent personally identifying marks on the laptop computer.
The laptop computer and any other accessories/components will be returned to the proper district authority immediately
upon termination of my employment, or at any other time as specifically directed by district authority. (See
back of form for computer and accessories replacement cost.)
Any data corruption or configuration errors caused by the installation of unauthorized or illegal software may result in a
loss of all data on the laptop and /or system due to the need for a complete reload.
I am responsible for backing-up all data on the laptop. The district is not liable for lost data.
Use of this laptop is governed by the subject to the rules and conditions contained in the Quitman County Public Schools
Technology Acceptable Use Policy (and other applicable district policies, rules and guidelines.
I understand and agree that I am responsible for the cost of repair or replacement of a unit that is damaged, lost or stolen as a
result of my intentional act, neglect, or abuse of the laptop or because of my failure to follow district technology acceptable use
policies,
including this agreement. I agree to the above terms and conditions as such, agree to fully cooperate with property loss
reporting requirements and with property loss incident investigations.
My signature below indicates I have thoroughly read and understand the above information.
Employee Signature: ______________________________________________________ Date:
School Representative: _____________________________________________________ Date:
(Needed if laptop is accepted by someone other than the issued employee)
Technology Director: ___________________________________________________ _____Date:
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Quitman County Schools Technology Survey
1 A) I have access to a computer at home. B) I have NO access to a computer at home.
If no, do you have access anywhere else?
2 A) I have access to the Internet at home. B) I have NO access to the Internet at home.
If no, do you have access somewhere else?
3 A) I have at least 1 email account that I use regularly. B) I have NO email account or don’t use email regularly.
4 A) I sometimes communicate with teachers/students via email. B) I DO NOT communicate with teachers/students via email.
5 A) I have a word processing application at home. B) I have NO word processing application at home.
6 A) I have a spreadsheet application at home. B) I have NO spreadsheet application at home.
B) I have NO presentation application (like PowerPoint) at
7 A) I have a presentation application (like PowerPoint) at home.
home.
8 A) I have access to and use a scanner. B) I have NO access to and DON'T use a scanner.
A B - Introductory Level C - Intermediate Level D - Proficient Level
Question #
Skill No skill Example skills you can demonstrate
Do not know how Start up and Shut down Organize the desktop Access and change control
to use a computer computer & Initialize, format, panel settings
peripherals (re)name, copy files Perform regular maintenance
Insert & remove CD- Troubleshoot basic Organize files and programs
ROMS, floppies, zip hardware, software Open/work with more than 1
disks and printing application
9 Basic Computer Skills Start an application problems Install software
Restart a frozen Check connection Connect peripherals
computer cables Troubleshoot common
hardware, software and
printing problems
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Do not know how Turn printer on and off Install printer software Print multiple copies
to use any Connect printer to Choose a printer from Preview Print documents
computer control panels Set printing preferences
Print a test page from Print a document (landscape, portrait, odd &
10 Printer Use printer from computer even pages, etc.)
Add or change paper Reset a printer Check and replace toner/ink
Troubleshoot paper
jams
Do not know how Open, Save, Print Use Spell and Find and replace text
to use any word Type, select, correct Grammar Check Save in other formats
processor text in a document Copy, Cut, Paste text Insert or draw graphics and
Change font, styles, Create numbered and pictures
colors and sizes bulleted lists Resize and relocate a graphic
Create and modify Navigate large documents
tables Set and modify font styles
11 Word Processing Skills
Create headers and Create and modify columns
footers
Adjust right, center,
left alignment
Set bold, italic,
underline text
Do not know how Access internet through Configure Maintain and organize
to use access and modem/network preferences bookmarks/favorites
browse the Launch and exit a Set a home page Troubleshoot URL address
internet browser Refresh or reload a errors
Use the browser toolbar page Use/manage multiple browser
(back, home,…) Hide, display or windows
Type in a specific URL configure the tool bar Use advanced search
12 Internet Skills Conduct basic searches Locate and open local features
Click to navigate on file with browser Conduct multiple search
links Copy and paste from strategies
Change window size web page
View history Download, save
Evaluate site for and/or open files
accuracy /credibility
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Do not know how Logon and access Attach, receive and Configure email preferences
to use any email. email account open attachments Manage an address book
Start up email program, Create and use and Create distribution email lists
retrieve and read email address book Create folders and save
Save, print and delete Recognize and use messages in various folders
13 Email Skills email embedded web links
Compose, edit and Uses Reply and
send email Reply All, & Forward
Cut, copy and paste
email text
Do not know how Use Open, Save, Save Use Spell and Create graphs/charts
to use any As, Print Grammar Check Use Functions
spreadsheet Type, select, correct Copy, Cut, Paste Work with multiple sheets and
applications. text in a cell Move text and worksheets
Change font, styles and graphics Set Print Area
sizes Format cells for Mail Merge with a word
14 Spreadsheet Skills dates, scientific processor
notation, etc
Sort by columns
Format cell height,
width, alignment
Do not know how Open, Save, and Save Print multiple slide Apply and change animation
to use any As handouts effects
presentation Print presentation, Insert, resize and Apply and change transition
software Insert, edit and delete relocate graphics effects
Presentation Software applications. text Apply design Use drawing tools
15 Skills Create, move, reorder templates Add notes to slides
and delete slides Apply slide layouts Insert and format tables
View and Exit Change view zoom
Presentation
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Do not know how Open, Save, and Save Insert and format Edit html code
to use any As graphics, movies and Insert Hit Counters
webpage design Edit and format text tables Insert email links
software. Preview webpage Change background Create forms and retrieve
Create and edit color or picture form data
16 Webpage Design Software
hyperlinks to webpages Create numbered and
Publish webpages on bulleted lists
internet Insert navigation links
within webpage
Do not know how Turn scanner on and off Install scanner Set preferences to scanner
to use any Connect scanner to software software
scanner computer Open and close Save in various formats (GIF,
scanner software JPEG, …)
17 Scanner Use
Scan and save text or Edit graphic image
graphics Use optical character
recognition (OCR) software
Do not know how Turn camera on and off Print pictures Link camera to computer
to use any digital Take pictures Change zoom Download & view pictures on
still camera. View pictures on Remove and change computer
18 Digital Still Camera Use camera storage media Set preferences such as date,
Replace batteries Navigate through all brightness, contrast, effects
pictures on camera
Do not know how Turn camera on and off Change zoom, Link video camera to
to use any digital Take videos Rewind, Forward, PC/VCR/TV
video camera. View movie clips on Pause and Stop View movie clips on computer
camera movie clip on camera Set preferences such as date,
19 Digital Video Camera Use Replace batteries Remove and change brightness, contrast, effects
storage media
Connect power
adapter and cables
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Do not know how Start application Scroll/Arrange clips Multiple track edits/cuts
to use any video Open/Import video clip Basic video/sound Apply special effects/titles
20 Video Editing Software editing software Preview clip edits Synchronize sound clips
Save to disk Apply transitions Save final cut for camera or
Render/Export web
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Quitman County School District
Computer Software Inventory
Teacher: ____________
Room No. ___________
Year: _______________
Program Disk/ Copyright Grade Curriculum Installed/ Uninstall
Windows XP Name/Producer CDRom Date Level Area
Windows Vista
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SOFTWARE APPLICATION
Software: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Subject Area: _________________________________________ Grade Level: _________________________
Publisher: _______________________________ Copyright: ________________ Cost: ________________________
(Please circle appropriate response)
Target User Group: Students Teachers Non-instructional Administration
Operating System/Platform: Windows XP Windows Vista
License Number and Type: Stand Alone Site License Network
Instructional Mode: Tutorial Simulation Problem Solving Test/Diagnostic Production
Other (Please explain)_______________________________
Hardware requirements:
RAM____ Speed____ MHz____ Hard Drive Space_____
Sound Card__Yes__No CD-ROM__Yes__No Mouse__Yes__No
Graphics Requirements______ Speakers/Headphones__Yes__No
Other Please explain)
General comments about software:
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Software Evaluation Criteria
Should be aligned with state standards and reflect current research in the particular
content areas.
Should emphasize conceptual understanding and critical thinking.
Should reflect an understanding of the cognitive needs and capabilities of the intended
learner.
Should be compelling, user friendly, highly interactive, and employ the power of the
computer to create a learning environment that is different from worksheets or other
similar materials.
Should offer problems that challenge a wide range of age and ability levels, and have
multiple solutions so everyone can succeed.