Future+Tech


 * Future Tech: Where are we going? **

PASBO states that "IT departments in school districts have to develop plans for supporting instructional/academic and administrative technology systems" (2009).
 * Current 3-year technology plan for 2010-2013 articulates a vision of technology and curriculum integration that prepares students for 21st century learning skills.
 * It is important for our students to learn 21st century learning skills while providing our teachers with the tools necessary for an engaging, collaborative, student-centered environment.

As a department, we are constantly__challenged to keep up with changes while still providing a safe and secure learning environment__. What proposed changes can you expect in the upcoming years? Vision: " Making IT Happen for the Next Generation! "
 * Culture of technology and curriculum integration that promotes 21 st century learning skills
 * Efficiency of funding to expand our budget dollars
 * Focus on job embedded training and utilizing technology as a tool to increase efficiency and productivity
 * Investing money to save money - virtualization
 * Increased communication and follow-up of services
 * Online learning opportunities for both students and staff
 * Implementation of emerging technologies (mobile technologies, data visualization, etc.) that will enhance the educational experience of our students by providing innovative resources and state of the art tools for learning.

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