TEXAS

Kaufman High School

Texas Campus STaR Chart

A tool designed for use in technology planning, budgeting for resources, and evaluation of progress in local technology projects.

Resource:http://starchart.epsilen.com/docs/TxCSC.pdf

Topics for Discussion

• Summary of Area Trends• Strengths / Weaknesses• Solutions to Reach Target Tech• Closing Statement

Summary of Area Trends

Current Educational Technology Profile

• Areas of Strength:– Infrastructure for Technology– Leadership, Administration, & Instructional Support

• Areas of Weakness:– Teaching & Learning– Educator Preparation & Development

Solutions to Reach Target Tech

• Teaching & Learning– Provide teachers with more opportunity to act as

facilitator, mentor, & co-learner• Mentorship between veteran & new teachers• Provide activities that promote collaboration between

teachers & administrator

Solutions to Reach Target Tech

• Educator Preparation– Provide more professional development for

technology training• District technology department provides mini

workshops on available technology

Solutions to Reach Target Tech

• Administration & Support– Evaluate campus plan, district technology support,

& campus technology support staff for overall effectiveness• Survey staff annually over district & campus

educational technology strategies

Solutions to Reach Target Tech

• Infrastructure– All rooms are equipped with appropriate

technology• Grants, state & federal funding, & donations provide

adequate technology for every student in all rooms

Closing Statement

Kaufman High School has reached the Advanced Tech Level in all areas. Everyone involved must work collaboratively to achieve the Target Tech Level.