Schools and libraries program of the universal service
- 1. District Technology PlanSchools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund
- 2. AgendaUniversal Service Fund OverviewSchools and Libraries ProgramDistrict Technology Plan
- 3. Universal Service FundEstablished by the FCC in the Telecommunications act of 1996Promote and increase the availability of telecommunications services nationwide at reasonable costs
- 4. Universal Service FundHigh-Cost ProgramLow-Income ProgramSchools and Libraries Program (E-rate)Rural Health Care Program
- 5. Schools and Libraries ProgramAdministered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC)Commonly known as E-rateProvides affordable telecommunications services to schools and libraries, especially in rural and economically disadvantaged areas
- 6. Schools and Libraries ProgramSupports connectivity discounts for: telecommunications services, Internet access, internal connections, and basic maintenance of internal connections.Discounts depend on poverty level and the urban/rural status of the population served
- 7. Schools and Libraries ProgramDiscounts range from 20% to 90%Eligible schools, school districts and libraries may apply individually or as part of a consortiumRequires submission of a district technology plan
- 8. CBISD Technology PlanOutlines current state of technology in the districtOutlines major goalsfor three year period
- 9. Current State of TechnologyAt least one computer per classroomAll computers internet connectedPrinters in 90% of classroomsDocument cameras in all classroomsDigital projectors in all classroomsProductivity software on all computers
- 10. Current State of Technology8 computer labs for student useFile server for storing filesVirtual School via OdysseyWare for earning credits onlineEduphoria program for professional developmentDMAC software for data disaggregation
- 11. Current State of TechnologySkyward software for grades, attendance, parent communication, and other student records
- 12. Future Technology Goals2 mobile computer labs per campusWireless networking on each campusHandheld technology available on campus (upgraded graphing calculators and/or tablet computers)Online collaboration software or websites for teachers
- 13. Future Technology GoalsSupport teachers in creating class websites and online resourcesOnline library for curriculum and learning resources for staff, students, and parentsOffer distance learning coursesIntegrate technology standards into scope and sequences
- 14. Future Technology GoalsProvide access to internet-connected computers outside of regular school hoursImprove response times of tech support
- 15. ConclusionCBISD has made great gains with the available number of internet-connected computers and software offeringsThere is much progress to be made in how technology is fully integrated in the classroom