The mission of St. Anne: St. Anne School, with students, parents and staff, encourages Catholic values and academic excellence. Students are challenged to develop their talents and reach out in service to others.

Robin Honard, Principal

317 W Center St. Linwood, MI 48634

Phone: 989-697-3100

Fax: 989-698-5901

E-mail: stanneschool_linwood@yahoo.com

Website: http://stannelinwood.com/school.htm

St. Anne School

Technology Plan 2003-2006

Table of Contents

Section: Page #:

Cover Page-SECTION 1...................................................................................................... 1

Introductory Material-SECTION 2........................................................................................ 4

Visions and Goals-SECTION 3............................................................................................. 5

I. Curriculum

A. Curriculum Integration-SECTION 4.................................................................... 6

B. Student Achievement-SECTION 5.................................................................... 78

C. Technology Delivery-SECTION 6..................................................................... 25

D. Parental Communications and Community Relations-SECTION 7...................... 26

E. Collaboration-SECTION 8............................................................................... 28

II. Professional Development

F. Professional Development-SECTION 9............................................................. 29

G. Supporting Resources-SECTION 10................................................................. 33

III. Infrastructure, Hardware, Technical Support and Software

H. Infrastructure Needs/Technical Specifications, and Design-SECTION 11........... 34

I. Increase Access-SECTION 12......................................................................... 36

IV. Funding and Budget

J. Budget and Timetable-SECTION 13................................................................. 37

K. Coordination of Resources-SECTION 14......................................................... 38

V. Monitoring and Evaluation

L. Evaluation-SECTION 15.................................................................................. 39

M. Acceptable Use Policy-SECTION 16............................................................... 41

a. Acceptable Use Policy........................................................................... 41

1. Student Internet/Computer Use Agreement

2. Staff/Volunteer Internet/Computer Use Agreement

b. Web Publishing Policy........................................................................... 48

1. Student Photograph-Works Media Release Form

2. Teacher/Staff/Volunteer Photograph-Works Media Release Form

St. Anne School

Technology Plan 2006-2009

Technology Planning Team

Team Member: Building:

Robin Honard St. Anne School Linwood

Luann Hugo St. Anne School Linwood

Gail Schmidt BACS Administrative Office

Andrew Sajdak Technology Specialist

John Leamen St. John the Evangelist Elementary

Betty Binder St. John the Evangelist Elementary

Sue Grzegorczyk St. John the Evangelist Elementary

Sally Preston Holy Trinity Elementary

Sandra Goik Holy Trinity Elementary

Mary Beth Neetz Holy Trinity Elementary

Ginger LaCross Holy Trinity Elementary

Sister Julie Gatza St. James Elementary

Wendy Schwartz St. James Elementary

Amelia Bailey St. James Elementary

Christine Szatkowski St. Stanislaus Elementary

Jane Adamski St. Stanislaus Elementary

Benjamin Adamski St. Stanislaus Elementary

Laura Tacey Holy Family Middle School

Barbara Rakowski Holy Family Middle School

Veronica Welter All Saints Central High School

Donna Atwater All Saints Central High School

St. Anne School

Introductory

SECTION 2

Mission Statement

St. Anne School, with students, parents and staff, encourages Catholic values and academic excellence. Students are challenged to develop their talents and reach out in service to others.

Introduction

The school is located in a free and reduced lunch qualifying geographic area and attending students come from throughout the Saginaw Valley area.

SCHOOL BUILDING:

St. Anne School (Pre K-6)

317 W. Center St. Linwood, MI 48634

St. Anne School

Vision and Goals

SECTION 3

Technology Plan Introduction

Vision

The mission of St. Anne School technology plan is to assist staff and prepare students within a Christian setting to become safe, responsible, and successful users of technology in society

Goals

• Enhance the curriculum through technology integration
• Plan thoroughly for financial, curriculum, in-service, maintenance, upgrading needs
• Procure and utilize age/grade appropriate software/hardware and Internet access
• Encourage innovations through staff, parent, and student input
• Value the uniqueness of each student including culture, background, ability, etc.
• Improve and develop skills to effectively and ethically utilize technology
• Provide support by hiring a part time technology professional
• Bring about awareness of the importance of the global society
• Prepare St. Anne School students to become productive citizens in a global society
• Take precautions to provide adequate filtering of the internet
• Ensure Internet safety through the use of adequate filtering
• Implement broader use of technology for communication purposes
• Develop an interactive website that is user friendly and up to date
• Establish a list of websites and web services
• Continue to broaden the use of technology for communication purposes

I. CURRICULUM

A. Curriculum Integration

SECTION 4

St. Anne School will follow the Michigan Curricula Standards for Technology Integration. See the Michigan Curriculum Frameworks for details.

Basic Use and Literacy: Student

Educational technology will be appropriately and equitably integrated into instruction and management and used by all students in our building. Curricular adjustments and additions will be made to enable students to use technology to enhance and facilitate learning. The technology components include:

· Keyboarding

· Word Processing

· Information Processing

· Media Literacy

· Computer Literacy

· Data Base

· Spreadsheets

· Multimedia Productions

Basic Use and Literacy: Staff

Educational technology will be appropriately and equitably integrated into instruction and management and used by staff members for:

· Lesson Preparation And Presentation

· Word Processing

· Grading And Record Keeping

· Varied Learning Experiences For Students

· Data Management

Training will be provided to ensure that staff has the appropriate competencies needed to use educational technology. The effective use of technology assumes that teachers are facilitators of learning, designers of individualized programs, and learners themselves. Training options include using St. Anne School staff as trainers, participating in local course offerings by Bay Arenac Intermediate School District, colleges and universities, and collaborating with other schools or systems for staff training.

Basic Use and Literacy: Administration

Technology will be appropriately used by administrative staff for:

· Word Processing

· School Management Tasks, Such As Budget, Record Keeping

· Student Management Program, Such As Attendance, Discipline, Learning Needs

· Curriculum Data Management

· Communication

· Accessing Information

Basic Use and Literacy: Community

Technology will be made accessible for use by the school community for:

· Accessing Media Resources

· Electronic Communications With School Personnel

· Accessing St. Anne School’s Calendars Policies, Etc.

I. CURRICULUM

B. Student Achievement

SECTION 5

The Saginaw Diocese Technology Curriculum follows the Michigan Educational Technology Standards & Expectations.

Elementary School (K-6)

Kindergarten

Grade Level Projects May Include:

Use of specific software that connects with curriculum

Enrichment through the use of Accelerated Reading

Kid Pix drawings with written text

Class Books using Kid Pix or other drawing/text software

By the end of Kindergarten, the student will be able to:

Utilize Tools

1. Identify the parts of the computer: monitor, keyboard, mouse, CD-ROM, power strip, A drive, floppy disk, C drive, CPU, and printer.

2. Follow all the rules of computer care.

Maintain Ethical Behavior

1. Practice proper respect of technological equipment.

2. Observe rules of etiquette, such as asking for help appropriately, using equipment carefully, storing software in the correct case, etc.

Keyboarding

1. Show correct posture while working at a computer station.

2. Practice basic key functions to run appropriate age level computer programs.
3. Use the following keys: numbers and letters, enter, spacebar, delete, shift, and caps.
4. Access a program.
5. Operate a mouse.

Spreadsheet

1. Explore the characteristics of a spreadsheet.
2. Acquire spreadsheet vocabulary (spreadsheet, cells).

Desktop Publishing

1. Show assembly and composing text.

2. Apply skills to create and modify text.

Telecommunications

1. Go on-line as a group to find information related to the curriculum, such as a weather report.

2. Use appropriate vocabulary (Internet, website, etc.).

Multimedia

1. Utilize appropriate multimedia software with hardware.

2. Use a paint program to create a picture.

First Grade

Grade Level Projects May Include:

Use of specific software that connects with curriculum

Enrichment through the use of Accelerated Reading

Kid Pix drawings with written text

Class Books using Kid Pix or other drawing/text software

Electronic books using Kid Pix Slide show

One or more times on the Internet connecting with curriculum

By the end of First Grade, the student will be able to:

Utilize Tools

1. Demonstrate the procedure of the appropriate use of hardware and software related to the computer.
2. Operate the computer using software and hardware, including the printer, hard drive, CD-ROM, and floppy disk.
3. Access the network by logging on.
4. Locate and name the components of the computer.
5. Illustrate care of hardware.
6. Open and close software programs.
7. Save a file with assistance.
8. Use the scroll bar features (up, down, drag, click off bar).

Maintain Ethical Behavior

1. Practice proper respect of technological equipment.
2. Observe the rules of etiquette.

Keyboarding

1. Operate a mouse.
2. Operate home row keys, letter keys, number keys, and function keys (shift, caps, period, and question marks).
3. Locate and use the following keys: space bar, return key, delete key, shift key, caps lock, and tab.

Word Processing

1. Use a simple word processing program to publish a simple document.
2. Describe a simple word processing menu.
3. Use periods and question marks at the end of sentences.
4. Space between words.
5. Use capital letters.
6. Edit a simple document.
7. Print the document.

Spreadsheet

1. Explore the characteristics of a spreadsheet.
2. Acquire spreadsheet vocabulary.

Desktop Publishing

1. Practice assembling and creating text.
2. Demonstrate the ability to modify text.
3. Experiment with the creation of graphics using the draw tool.

Telecommunications

1. In a lab setting, type in and go to a specified website to find information related to the curriculum. (Students in an upper grade may assist).
2. Use appropriate vocabulary (Internet, website, URL, browser, etc.)

Multimedia

1. Utilize knowledge of multimedia tools.
2. Demonstrate proper use and care of other multimedia tools.
3. Create a Presentation/Project.
1. Utilize appropriate multimedia software and hardware.
2. Experiment with different ways of locating information through the use of multimedia.
3. Show presentation/project.
4. Use a paint program to create a picture.

Second Grade

Grade Level Projects May Include:

Use of specific software that connects with curriculum

Enrichment through the use of Accelerated Reading

Designing math problems using Kid Pix

Interpreting cardinal directions using a Kid Pix template

Creating Electronic books using Kid Pix Slide show

Using Pre-selected sites on the Internet that connect with curriculum

By the end of Second Grade, the student will be able to:

Using Tools

1. Set up the computer to enable the loading and running of a computer program on either floppy disk or CD-ROM.
2. Demonstrate care of equipment, software, and materials.
3. Integrate hardware and software.
4. Define the use of the components of a computer.

Maintain Ethical Behavior

1. Practice proper respect of technological equipment.
2. Observe the rules of etiquette.
3. Discuss the importance of documenting sources (copyright, plagiarism).

Keyboarding

1. Demonstrate correct finger position on home keys.

2. Utilize letter, number, function, and character keys.
3. Be proficient in using the mouse to right/left click, highlight, drag, etc.

Word Processing

1. Utilize tools necessary for word processing.

a. Construct a document using elements of word processing.

2. Use a simple menu.
1. Define and use a simple tool bar.
2. Demonstrate the management of files.
1. Edit a simple document and undo the changes using special keys.
2. Demonstrate save, open, new, close, quit/exit.

c. Demonstrate basic print skills.

Spreadsheet

1. Explore the characteristics of a spreadsheet.

2. Acquire spreadsheet vocabulary.
3. Gather and input data to create a spreadsheet.

Desktop Publishing

1. Demonstrate proper use and care of hardware and software.

2. Show assembly and composing text.
3. Apply skills to create and modify text.
4. Show ability to develop and modify graphics.

Multimedia

1. Demonstrate proper use and care of multimedia tools.
2. Design presentation/project.
1. Manipulate different ways of locating information through the use of multimedia.
2. Paraphrase useable data using various forms of multimedia.
3. Explain presentation project.
4. Prepare a layout.
3. Assess presentation/project.
1. Summarize appropriate documentation to demonstrate etiquette.
2. Demonstrate an effective way of communication.
3. Evaluate presentation layout.

Telecommunications

1. Access pre-selected Web Sites for use in curriculum.
2. Discuss Internet safety, such as never giving out personal information.
3. Use appropriate vocabulary (browser, URL, website, etc.).

Third Grade

Grade Level Projects May Include:

Enrichment through the use of Accelerated Reading

Kid Pix drawings with written text

Slide show presentations

Documents using simple publishing programs

Using Pre-selected sites on the Internet that connect with curriculum

Basic research projects using print and non-print resources

By the end of Third Grade, the student will be able to:

Utilize Tools

1. Manipulate computer components to properly load and run prepared programs from a floppy disk or CD-ROM.
2. Operate and care for a computer, demonstrating usage and care of hardware and software.
3. Recognize that networks outside of a single computer are sources of information.
4. Define/explain function of various components of the computer.

Maintain Ethical Behavior

1. Demonstrate proper respect of technological equipment.
2. Review and sign acceptable use policy.
3. Cite sources of information.
4. Recognize appropriate use of sensitive information.
5. Evaluate copyright information.
6. Verify the accuracy of data gathered.

Keyboarding

1. Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques by achieving 10 words per minute (WPM) with 80% accuracy.
2. Utilize letter, number, and function keys.
3. Type sentences without looking at hands.
4. Use punctuation keys: period, comma, question mark, exclamation mark.
5. Show mastery of the mouse.

Word Processing

1. Construct a document.
1. Use tab to indent paragraphs.
2. Use proper spacing after punctuation marks.
2. Demonstrate the management of files.
1. Utilize features such as: new, exit, format, etc.
2. Edit using cut/copy/paste.
3. Use the spell check tool.
4. Assess the document and edit as needed.
5. Print the document.

Database

1. Explain a database and its use.
2. Create a database.
1. Determine use.
2. Design format.
3. Collect, select, and record data.
3. Modify/edit data.
4. Assess the quality of the information.
5. Print/publish database.

Spreadsheet

1. Demonstrate an understanding of spreadsheet vocabulary.
2. Identify the purpose of storing data.
3. Create a spreadsheet.
1. Collect data.
2. Organize data into cells.
3. Enter numerical data.
4. Calculate data.
4. Produce and display the spreadsheet.

Desktop Publishing

1. Assemble and compose text.
1. Apply skills to create text.
2. Apply skills to modify text.
2. Show ability to develop and modify graphics.
3. Critique for publication.
1. Evaluate for layout and completeness.
2. Assess for accuracy.
4. Publish and display the final product.

Telecommunications

1. Incorporate hardware and software telecommunication tools.
2. Demonstrate ethical behavior in the use of telecommunications.
1. Practice appropriate etiquette and confidentiality.
2. Follow the Acceptable Use Policy.
3. Demonstrate appropriate procedures to access and use the Internet.
4. Access pre-selected websites for use in curriculum.

Multimedia

1. Utilize various multimedia tools.
2. Demonstrate proper use and care of multimedia tools.
3. Create a presentation/project.
1. Compare various multimedia tools for locating and gathering data.
2. Interpret useable data.
3. Produce presentation/project. Insert sound and slide transitions when appropriate.
4. Assess appropriateness of presentation.
5. Use appropriate documentation.
6. Communicate clear purpose to audience.
7. Present the project to an audience.

Fourth Grade

Grade Level Projects May Include:

Enrichment through the use of Accelerated Reading

PowerPoint Slide

Use of appropriate Web Sites for research that connects with curriculum

Book reports using word processing software

Creating a Reading Rendezvous database

Creating a basic spreadsheet with a graph

Classroom Newspaper or based on a curriculum topic

Research using print and non-print resources

Word Processing Practice

By the end of Fourth Grade, the student will be able to:

Utilize Tools

1. Manipulate computer components to properly load and run prepared programs on either floppy disk or CD-ROM.
2. Demonstrate understanding of rules for the importance of the care of technological equipment.
3. Search a LAN and/or WAN for information. Identify the host.
4. Identify computer components.

Maintain Ethical Behavior

1. Know concept of plagiarism and develop ability to paraphrase.
2. Cite sources of information.
3. Maintain the school’s acceptable use policy.
4. Recognize the appropriate use of sensitive information.
5. Evaluate copyright information.
6. Verify the accuracy of data gathered.
7. Examine current and emerging issues dealing with etiquette.

Keyboarding

1. Utilize specific keys such as: asterisk, period, exclamation point, question mark, backslash, quotation marks.
2. Use Pull Down Menus for file, edit, view, insert, format, tools, window, help.
3. Exhibit speed and accuracy when keyboarding and use drills to practice.
4. Type sentences without looking at the keyboard/hands.
5. Type 15 WPM with 85% accuracy.

Word Processing

1. Construct a document using elements of word processing.
1. Use the tool bar in simple word processing setups.
2. Identify shortcuts and key commands.
3. Design a document using drawing tools.
2. Demonstrate the management of files and create a simple document.
1. Use open/retrieve, store/save.
2. Use help screen.
3. Edits using special keys, including insert, cut, copy, paste, etc.
4. Apply style changes, such as bold, underline, size, font.
5. Use justification, center titles, left or right justify.
6. Change line spacing, double space, single space.
3. Assess and revise a word processing document. Publish/print a document that has been spell checked and a thesaurus used for vocabulary.

Database

1. Create a database.
1. Determine use.
2. Design format.
3. Record data.
2. Manage the database.
1. Collect information.
2. Select records.
3. Modify the data.
3. Assess the information and determine appropriateness.

Spreadsheet

1. Examine and show understanding of vocabulary and functions related to spreadsheets.
1. Define spreadsheet vocabulary.
2. Demonstrate how numerical date is stored and manipulated in spreadsheets.
2. Construct a spreadsheet.
1. Demonstrate an understanding of formulas.
2. Collect and organize data.
3. Format cells.
4. Enter data.
5. Calculate data.
3. Display the results by printing out the spreadsheet.
4. Interpret the results of a spreadsheet by comparing and contrasting the data.

Desktop Publishing

1. Assemble and Compose Text.
2. Develop the ability to create text.
1. Create a document.
2. Demonstrate the ability to import text.

c. Demonstrate the ability to modify text.

3. Show ability to develop and modify graphics.
1. Demonstrate the ability to import clipart.
2. Incorporate the ability to modify graphics using color.
3. Copy/paste or import graphics from one program to another
4. Integrate text and graphics by designing a layout using colors and by importing graphics.
5. Assess for publication.
1. Arrange the layout of the document so it is balanced, pleasing, and presentable.
2. Evaluate the integration of the document’s text, graphics, and media.

Telecommunications

1. Demonstrate appropriate procedures to access/use the Internet.

2. Utilize Internet software.
3. Employ the World Wide Web browser for topic investigation.
4. Create a list of bookmarks.

Multimedia

1. Create presentation/project
1. Incorporate the various ways of locating and gathering data.
2. Plan the organization of the usable data collected.
3. Produce a presentation/project.
4. Critique the appropriateness and completeness of the presentation/project.
2. Assess presentation/project
1. Use appropriate documentation.
2. Choose appropriate multimedia that communicates clearly and artistically.
3. Construct a layout that incorporates all the main components.
4. Integrate various multimedia.

Fifth Grade

Grade Level Projects May Include:

Enrichment through the use of Accelerated Reading

PowerPoint Slide Show

Travel Brochure

Use of appropriate Web Sites for research that connects with curriculum

Book reports using word processing or multimedia software

Creating a Reading Rendezvous database

Using a spreadsheet to calculate job earnings

Designing a Classroom Newspaper

By the end of Fifth Grade, the student will be able to:

Utilize Tools

1. Select appropriate technological tools to demonstrate computer proficiency.

2. Use a scanner to produce an accurate and completed document.

3. Attach peripherals to the CPU using the proper ports and slots.

4. Demonstrate care of hardware, software, and respect for equipment.

5. Demonstrate the proper care and use of various multimedia tools.

6. Use a digital camera to produce a completed document or presentation.

7. Move data between two documents or two applications.

Maintain Ethical Behavior

1. Examine current and emerging issues dealing with etiquette.

2. Maintain the St. Anne School Acceptable Use Policy.

3. Understand and adhere to copyright laws.

4. Consider the concept of plagiarism.

5. Consider the concept of paraphrasing

6. Appraise data accuracy.

7. Document sources.

Keyboarding

1. Utilize appropriate keys on the keyboard, including the asterisk, period, exclamation point, question mark, backslash, and quotation marks.

2. Utilize Pull Down Menus to:

a. Load and run programs.

b. Utilize entering text option.

c. Create documents and store text.

d. Revise a document using the edit command.

e. Improve a document by using the insert command.

f. Revise a document by revising text.

g. Organize a document with the format command.

h. Select the correct tools to improve a document.

3. Type 20 WPM with 90% accuracy.

4. Practice proper keyboard techniques without looking at their hands.

Word Processing

1. Construct a document using elements of word processing. Use short cuts and key commands in a word processing document.

2. Demonstrate the management of files by identifying commands which modify the word processing environment.

3. Demonstrate document revision by assessing a document, changing the settings, revising and publishing the document.

4. Insert headers and footers.

5. Manipulate graphics within a text document (text wrap).

Database

1. Interpret data and answer questions using a database.

2. Browse records by scrolling.

3. Search records for one attribute.

4. Sort, find, and match data.

5. Use a CD-ROM data-base resource to search for a topic and print the information.

6. Make a simple data base.

a. Create a database and arrange the data

b. Retrieve, enter, and search a database.

c. Determine the quality of information.

d. Demonstrate how to create, access, and utilize a database in a project.

Spreadsheet

1. Explore spreadsheet software.

a. Answer questions using a spreadsheet graph.

b. Enter data on a formatted template.

c. Know the basic spreadsheet elements, i.e., columns, rows, cells, functions, formulas, etc.

2. Exhibit spreadsheet characteristics

a. Incorporate entry and calculate formulas of a spreadsheet.

b. Display and interpret information along with storing and manipulating data.

3. Create a spreadsheet.

a. Gather data.

b. Retrieve data.

c. Format cells.

d. Enter data.

e. Enter formulas.

f. Calculate data.

g. Create graphs from spreadsheet data.

h. Edit cell information.

4. Display results in a spreadsheet.

a. Construct form or type of display such as table, chart, or graph.

b. Critique display of spreadsheet.

5. Interpret spreadsheet and generalize the results

a. Organize the summary from the data given.

b. Critique the spreadsheet.

Desktop Publishing

1. Assemble and compose text

a. Develop the ability to create text.

b. Demonstrate the ability to import files.

c. Integrate text and graphics using columns, margins, and tabs.

2. Develop and modify Graphics

a. Develop ability to create columns.

b. Import through scanning, CD’s, etc.

3. Assess/arrange for publication

a. Assess ethical considerations.

b. Evaluate effectiveness.

c. Evaluate layout.

d. Evaluate the integration of text, graphics, and media.

Telecommunications

1. Demonstrate appropriate procedures to access and use the Internet.

2. Understand the basics of the web and browser usage

a. Demonstrate the proper use of a web browser

b. Distribute information via e-mail using copy and blind copy.

3. Learn acceptable use of communication on the Internet.

4. Use an Internet search engine to find information.

5. Know how to bookmark/un-bookmark favorite sites.

6. Know what to do if inappropriate material from the Internet appears.

7. Know how to handle error messages.

Multimedia

1. Utilize various multimedia tools.

a. Incorporate knowledge of various multimedia tools.

b. Demonstrate proper use and care of various multimedia tools.

c. Evaluate and integrate appropriate hardware and software tools to produce multimedia projects.

2. Create a presentation/project.

a. Appraise usable data from a variety of multimedia sources.

b. Organize usable data to incorporate into a multimedia presentation/project.

c. Import graphics from other resources (CD selection, picture libraries)

d. Produce a presentation/project utilizing appropriate multimedia tools.

e. Assess the appropriateness and completeness of the multimedia presentation/project.

3. Assess Presentation/Project

a. Exhibit appropriate documentation of resources.

b. Judge the effectiveness of the presentation/project.

c. Assemble proper components of layout design.

d. Produce evidence of the integration of various multimedia elements.

Sixth Grade

By the end of the Sixth Grade, the students will be able to:

Utilize Tools

1. Select appropriate technological tools to demonstrate computer proficiency.

2. Demonstrate care of hardware, software, and respect for equipment.

3. Demonstrate the proper care and use of various multimedia tools.

4. Utilize correct tools to produce an accurate and completed document.

5. Use correct computer terminology.

6. Log in and out of the network.

7. Access Internet browser.

8. Access the help command to solve program problems.

Maintain Ethical Behavior

1. Examine current and emerging issues dealing with etiquette.

2. Maintain the St. Anne School Acceptable Use Policy.

3. Understand and adhere to copyright laws.

4. Understand the concepts of plagiarism and paraphrasing.

5. Appraise data accuracy.

6. Exhibit the importance of documenting sources.

Keyboarding

1. Develop proficiency in keyboarding using speed and accuracy drills to practice keyboarding and achieve 20 WPM at 95% accuracy.

2. Use left/right hand zones and basic home row finger placement.

3. Use keyboard to demonstrate correct finger reaches from home row to top/bottom row keys.

Word Processing

1. Create documents using elements of word processing, using short cuts, key commands and word wrap.

2. Distinguish between Save and Save As commands

3. Change margins, create columns, change text attributes, align text (left, center, right, justify)

4. Utilize spell check, thesaurus, insert clip art.

Desktop Publishing

1. Assemble and compose text, modify spacing and text size.

2. Demonstrate ability to import files, graphics.

3. Evaluate effectiveness of layout.

4. Edit document.

5. Examine print preview.

6. Assess completeness and appropriateness of document.

Telecommunications

1. Demonstrate appropriate procedures to access and use the Internet.

2. Utilize appropriate etiquette regarding confidentiality and follow acceptable use policy in telecommunications.

3. Exhibit appropriate use of copyright rules.

Multimedia

1. Exhibit knowledge of and proper use and care of various multimedia tools.

2. Evaluate and integrate appropriate hardware and software tools to produce multimedia projects.

3. Investigate and gather data using various multimedia tools.

4. Demonstrate proper documentation of multimedia sources.

5. Select target data, utilizing copy/paste techniques.

6. Assemble proper components of layout design.

7. Assess appropriateness and completeness of the multimedia presentation/project.

Curriculum Timeline

Definition of Terms

A = Awareness-recognize vocabulary and concept

P = Practice-use the skill with guidance

M = Mastery-use the skill independently

R = Reinforcement-maintain the skill’s independent use

Keyboarding
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6
Identify the parts of the computer	A	P	M
Demonstrate understanding of rules for the importance of the care of technological equipment	A	P	M
Simulate correct basic physical form while working at the computer station	A	P	M
Use the specified keys to develop proficiency at keyboarding	A	P	M
Locate and use function keys on the keyboard	A	P	M
Manipulate computer components to properly load and run prepared programs	A	P	M
Exhibit speed and accuracy when keyboarding		P	P
Locate specified keys and pull down menus	A	P	M
Word Processing
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6
Operate a computer	A	P	M
Construct a document using elements of word processing	A	P	M
Revise a document		A P	M
Demonstrate the management of files		A P	M
Assess a word processing document		A P	M
Database
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6
Create a database		A	P
Utilize the database in a class activity		A	P
Utilize database for project		A	P
Assess database usage		A	P
Manage database		A	P
Evaluate project use of database		A	P
Spreadsheet
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6-8
Explore the characteristics of a spreadsheet	A	P	P
Practice the skills necessary to develop a spreadsheet		A P	P
Produce a printout of a spreadsheet		A P	P
Examine and show understanding of vocabulary and functions related to spreadsheets		A P	P
Construct a spreadsheet		A P	P
Interpret the results of a spreadsheet		A P	P
Appraise the accuracy of the usage in a spreadsheet		A P	P
Analyze formulas and their use in a spreadsheet			A

A = Awareness-recognize vocabulary and concept

P = Practice-use the skill with guidance

M = Mastery-use the skill independently

R = Reinforcement-maintain the skill’s independent use

Desktop Publishing
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6
Practice using proper tools to create a product	A	P	M
Show assembly and compose text	A	P	M
Develop and modify graphics		A P	P
Incorporate text and graphics		A P	P
Arrange document for publication		A P	P
Critique for publication		A P	P
Telecommunications
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6
Demonstrate appropriate procedures to access and use the Internet	A	P	M
Assess telecommunication usage		P	M
Multimedia
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6
Identify basic multimedia tools	A	P	M
Design presentation/project	A	P	M
Utilize basic multimedia tools	A	P	M
Assess hardware, software, and care of equipment	A	P	M
Reading & Mathematics
The learner will:	K-2	3-5	6
Participate in the Accelerated Reading program.	A P	M	M
Participate in the Math Facts program.	A P	P M	M

A = Awareness-recognize vocabulary and concept

P = Practice-use the skill with guidance

M = Mastery-use the skill independently

R = Reinforcement-maintain the skill’s independent use

I. CURRICULUM

C. Technology Delivery

SECTION 6

St. Anne School uses the Internet to:

· Search for information pertinent to learning in all curricular areas

· Take Virtual Field Trips to enhance daily learning activities

· Construct and display web pages about school and group activities

· Utilize on-line educational games to enhance learning

· Gather testing data

· Staff use of E-mail

· Electronic Parent Newsletters

· On-line ordering

· Utilize Publisher recommended web sites to expand concepts learned.

· Use of e-learning to enhance curriculum when possible especially with connections to approved websites

· Access to BAISD on-line courses

· Access to publication regarding available college graduate courses online

· Access to local community education regarding computer skills

· Use of wireless technology in buildings that are equipped

· Update parents with homework and daily activities on-line

I. CURRICULUM

D. Parental Communications and Community Relations

SECTION 7

The Educational Technology Plan will be disseminated to the community through the St. Anne School websites (http://www.stannelinwood.com/school.htm) A hard copy of the plan will be available upon request in school office. Parental and community support and input is a vital component of our schools educational goals. St. Anne School works to include and utilize all of the elements that contribute to the educational opportunities we strive to provide.

St. Anne School uses technology to disperse, accept, and/or share information with:

National Catholic Education Association

Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools

Vicariate XII Parishes and their members

St. Anne Parish

Superintendent of the Diocese of Saginaw

Bay Area Catholic Schools

Bay-Arenac ISD

Local Public School Administrators

School Committee Members

Home and School Associations

Athletic Clubs

All Staff Members

Parents/Guardians, and Volunteers

Students

Local Government, Businesses and Business Leaders

Browsers of the St. Anne School Web Page

Media (Television, Radio, etc)

St. Anne School utilizes the following to communicate the goals and progress of the Technology Plan, Promote Parental Involvement, and communicate with the parents and the community:

1. Principal communicates through:

v Newsletters for Parents (weekly and/or monthly)

v Mailed Notices

v St. Anne School Website

v Meetings with Parents (curriculum nights, parent/teacher conferences, etc)

v School Committee Meetings

v Parent/Teacher Meetings

v Flyers/Brochures to Area Businesses

v Staff (newsletters, departmental meetings, faculty meetings, and in-service)

v Press / Media (are invited into buildings)

v Volunteers (presence in building and in-service)

v Parish Bulletin & Press

3. Teachers communicate through:

v E-mailed notices

v Parent/Teacher meeting

v Meetings with parents

v Progress reports from technology programs (such as: Accelerated Reader and Math Facts and Computer Lab classes)

v Teacher/Parent communication web service (such as: http://bogglesworld.com)

Parents and community members volunteer their services via meetings, technical support, and resources that help implement the technology plan.

I. CURRICULUM

E. Collaboration

SECTION 8

St. Anne School has a variety of resources for collaboration. The list of collaborators involves the following:

« St. Anne School - website provides valuable and current school information throughout the system, with the possibility of expanding the website to include involvement of parents, school organizations, and community, and include a closed circuit TV System to provide a schedule of events throughout the system/schools.

« Bay Arenac ISD - Provides connections between district and state organizations and initiatives.

« REMC 6 - Association of Michigan ISD, staff participate in the association established statewide services which improve learning opportunities.

« BACS - Bay Area Catholic Schools, staff is able to share knowledge and resources on various subjects.

« MANS - Michigan Association for Non-Public Schools, provides services and resources that enhance its member schools, as well as, influence standards for education for all children throughout the state.

« Diocese of Saginaw - is developing a Long Range Strategic Plan for technology advancement, curriculum development, professional development, and budget and finance planning.

« Saginaw ISD - Collaborates in the areas of training, workshops, and purchase of educational materials. They also provide media/technology support services to schools.

« Community Collaboration – Annual technology open house either daytime and/or evening to display and demonstrate technology equipment, power point presentations or projects in use at the school.

« Staff Training – St. Anne School will work to produce quality training and instruction throughout the system for all staff members.

« County Public Libraries – St. Anne School partners with the local public libraries with regard to the Accelerated Reading (AR) Program, the library’s summer reading activities, and making books available to the teachers and/or students for special projects.

« Michigan Department of Health – Schools participating in the Hot Lunch program through the state use on-line applications etc.

II. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

F. Professional Development

SECTION 9

1. Ensure that all staff members are aware of all technologies to improve student learning.

a. Annually survey staff members at the beginning and end of the year to determine the need for technology professional development. (see the below form)

b. Using survey results in planning needed for professional development.

c. Each faculty member based on the results of their technology survey and their own personal goals establishes an individual timeline.

2. Provide professional development that sets the groundwork for integration.

a. Provide grade level integrated staff development.

b. Work with coordinators and teachers to determine areas of need.

c. Instruct teachers in the use of voice, video, and data networks.

d. Familiarize staff members with technology related terminology.

e. Instruct staff on the operation of district computers and installed software.

f. Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques related to a computer system.

g. Enhance productivity through use of technology in conducting research, solving problems, and collecting data.

h. Utilize research software for learning and application in curricular areas.

i. Operate electronic mail and web browser applications for online communication.

j. Combine data management with grading and record keeping.

3. Through the following timeline St. Anne School will offer adequate time, scheduling and resources for technology professional development.

a. Maintain a professional technology/media resource person.

· This professional would spend his/her time directly training and/or modeling the integration of technology in lessons with staff. Additional responsibilities include maintaining hardware, software, network, and media center collection.

· This would allow for professional development opportunities as well as focus individual teacher support.

b. Provide in-service time for teachers during the school day. (ongoing through 2010)

The school will have teachers professional development days, as well as early dismissal days to conduct whole/small group training with the teaching staff. Training may be conducted at our building or in conjunction with Bay Area Catholic School System, the Saginaw Diocese, the Bay-Arenac ISD.

c. Provide quarterly common planning time for media center teachers and computer resource personnel. (increase time through 2010)

The school will provide at least a half-day per quarter for the media center teacher and computer resource personnel to meet with other personnel from surrounding areas. During this meeting time they will have the opportunity for continuing and planning professional development so that they may remain confident and skilled trainers for the staff.

d. Send the teaching staff to various educational conferences:

(ongoing through 2010)

i.e. MACUL, MANS, ATA Academy, ISD Classes, Technology Camps

e. Develop a collection of lessons/units for teachers to access and use with students. (ongoing through 2010)

These lessons:

Could be available on the school website

Have been aligned with Michigan Curriculum Framework

Have technology-integrated strategies included

Contain an evaluation component

Professional development will be organized into staff training plans:

• Assess the technology skill stage of staff and compare them to results of past assessments.
• Provide training for media center personnel and computer resource teachers for the design of content lessons and assessment to deliver integrated curriculum.
• Staff training in technology to enhance the delivery of instruction and to learn how to use curricular and application software.

Future ideas being considered:

a. In-service for all grade levels. Teachers from district schools will meet in common sessions. This will enable teachers to discover new uses of technology within their classroom and share strategies they have found successful.

b. Yearly subject specific in-service as to how technology can be integrated into their curriculum. Subject areas develop technology integration plans. In-service should take place as needed to keep departments abreast of emerging technologies.

c. Plan sessions at a variety of time and locations including summer, after school, or professional development days.

d. Coordinate training with neighboring school districts.

e. Allow for weekly mini technology sessions.

f. Develop a program whereby teachers are compensated for professional hours outside of the normal schedule.

g. Provide effective trainers/presenters to assist in technology growth.

h. Encourage visits to other sites to see technology use in everyday life.

i. Offer training as new equipment becomes available.

4. Awareness of state and national standards addressing technology competencies for teachers, administrators and other relevant educators.

In order to create an awareness of state and national standards addressing technology competencies for teachers, administrators and other relevant educators, we offer the NETS-TC resources as guidelines

Refer to:

NETS-T (http://www.ncrel.org/tech/nets/nets-t-rubric.pdf)

TSSA (http://osx.latech.edu/tssa/pdf/tssa.pdf)

Technology Self-Assessment

Name: ___________________________________ Date:_________________________

District: __________________________________ School: _________________

Read each statement and rank yourself using the following criteria:

• Does Not Apply
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Proficient

	Does Not Apply	Beginner	Intermediate	Proficient
Teacher Skills
1. Operating a computer system including:
· Turning on the computer
· Installing software
· Saving files
· Deleting files
Basic Skills
2. Able to set up and operate peripherals devices:
· Scanners
· VHS/DVD Players
· CD ROM
· Printers
Applications
3. Utilize application software:
· Word processors
· Spreadsheets
· Databases
· Desktop publishing
· Graphics
4. Integration of application software into the curriculum
5. Use of presentation software.

	Does Not Apply	Beginner	Intermediate	Proficient
Telecommunications
6. Integration of Internet access into a classroom assignment.
7. Use of telecommunications: · Send/receive e-mail · Access Internet resources
Multimedia
8. Use of multimedia to create instructional lessons for students use.
9. Use of multimedia tools:
· CD ROM
· VHS/DVD Player
· Digital photography camera
10. Integration of multimedia into classroom assignments.
Related Skills
11. Application of principles of instructional design to evaluate and select technology tools and software appropriate to a given grade level, subject or varying abilities.
12. Promotion of ethical and legal behavior in the use of instructional technology.
13. Knowledge of national and state standards regarding the use of technology.
14. Use of assistive/adaptive devices for special needs students.

II. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

G. Supporting Resources

SECTION 10

The St. Anne School recognizes the need for internal and external support services to maintain and update technology. The system has started to address the issues as to how to better support the internal staff and its resources within the system and how to create a more efficient means so as to provide a better quality of service to our external customers.

It is the system’s intent to use a variety of resources that support the technology program by:

• Working with the Diocese of Saginaw as the Technology Section of the Diocesan Strategic Plan is updated.

• Having an ongoing technology committee that will meet on a regular basis during the year to review the implementation of the plan and to develop created means of support throughout the system and to keep abreast of new and innovating technologies.
• Maintaining a technology coordinator so as to provide building support for curriculum, on-site staff training, online services, media centers, and hardware and software maintenance.

• Working closely with the finance committees while developing a budget and prioritizing the acquisition process.
• Utilizing a technology specialist to work closely with the building’s technology coordinator while planning, organizing, funding, and overseeing the development of technology.
• Using the St. Anne School website for dispensing a multitude of information and resources to students, staff, parents, community, and those interested in learning more about St. Anne School.
• Continuing to utilize the training and materials offered through MANS, the local ISD, REMC, colleges, and public schools within the district.
• Assessing local and state conferences and/or purchase equipment through Title I, II, and V monies.
• Investigating the potential of local businesses being a partner with the schools.
• Taking advantage of virtual field trips, e-learning and internet subscriptions such as World Book Encyclopedia and Accelerated Reading Enterprise.
• Offering professional training through participating in MACUL, ATA, University of Dayton On-line, Michigan Virtual University, and other technological in-services.
• Maintaining a media center whereby manuals, videos, tutorials, catalogues, and centralized technology equipment can be easily accessed by staff.
• Implementing the Technology Policies.
• Being aware and incorporating METS-S, METS-T, METS-A and the GLCEs.
• Utilizing a variety of instructional/training software (see inventory list under Section 11)

III. INFRASTRUCTURE, HARDWARE,

TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND SOFTWARE

H. Infrastructure Needs/Technical Specification and Design

SECTION 11

Within the school, the existing technology infrastructure is growing every year. It is the goal of the school to be creative in ways to fund technological equipment and to include technology as a budgetary item. The Diocese of Saginaw is implementing a Long Range Strategic Plan that will include a section on the development and support for technology across the diocese.

The schedule for upgrading the infrastructure is tied to the documents on projected costs and allocations of technology as found in Section 13.

Kindergarten – 6^th Grade
	St. Anne
Software
Mathematics	15
Language Arts	21
Science	6
Social Studies	8
Music/Art/Creativity	12
Problem Solving	7
Computer Skills	3
Multimedia	4
Desktop Publishing	4
Reference	3
Desktop Computers
Windows 95	5
Windows XP	19
Structured Media
Server/s	1
Backup Drive/s	1
Routers	1
Switches	1
Hubs	1
CD Tower	1 (7 slots)
Firewall	1
Internet Access	Yes (DSL)
Cable Television	Yes
Television/s	4
VCR	4
DVD Players	1
TV/VCR/DVD Combo	1
CD/Radio/Cassette Player	7
Cassette Player	7
Portable Sound System	1
Surround Sound System	1
Phone Extensions
FAX Machines	1
Network Printing
Laser	1
Inkjet	1
Stand-Alone Printing
Copier/s	2
Inkjet	8
Peripherals
Scanners	2
Digital Cameras	2
Camcorder	1
Ext. CD Burner	1
TV Aviator	1
Overhead Projector	8

III. INFRASTRUCTURE, HARDWARE,

TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND SOFTWARE

I. Increase Access

SECTION 12

With the implementation of the technology plan, St. Anne School ensures that the students and staff will have increased access to technology. It is the goal of the system to implement technology into the daily curriculum thus providing more opportunities whereby technology can be accessed. To achieve this goal more equipment will have to be purchased and additional training will have to be provided to the staff as new equipment is ordered.

It is the goal of the system to purchase the following equipment and offer training thus providing more access to technology:

Timeline
Equipment	2007-2008	2008-2009	2009-2010
Software	Continue to upgrade software	Continue to upgrade software	Continue to upgrade software
Scanners	Integrate into curriculum	Continue to integrate	Continue to integrate
Digital Projector		1 and provide teacher training	Continue to provide training
Digital Cameras		1 additional camera Provide on-going training for new users and advancement in equipment.	Provide on-going training for new users and advancement in equipment.
Digital Video Camera		1 and provide teacher training	Integrate into curriculum