The Crockett County School System is involved in the Crockett County Education Technology Consortium (CCETC) which includes, Crockett County Schools ,  Alamo City School District , Bells City School District , Crockett County Chamber of Commerce, Crockett County Adult Education, and the Crockett County Library.  These entities work together to research grant opportunities, coordinate county-wide academic efforts, and combine technology resources.  The Crockett County Library is helpful in assisting with community reading projects such as the Crockett County Storytellers Association. 

The LEA will use a variety of techniques to promote and identify methods for effective use of technology in the classroom. 

The LEA has purchased a research based software learning system in which we will continue to expand upon by the purchase of additional modules and sustained professional development.  The curriculum is correlated to state and local standards and is used following the Tennessee Instructional Technology Standards.  The LEA believes that this type of individualized assessment and remediation will lead to increased academic achievement and higher test scores.

The LEA will also conduct ongoing staff development sessions specifically related to the integration of internet content and resources into the lesson planning process.  We are beginning a MarcoPolo training program as well as bringing in outside trainers who focus on internet integration.

The LEA will continue to implement and expand upon its current electronic resources including but not limited to, Accelerated Reader, Accelerated Math, Star Reader, A⁺dvanced Learning System, Follett Circulation/Catalog Library Software, Milliken Math Software, EbscoHost on-line resources, Tennessee Electronic Library, MarcoPolo, and Internet4Classrooms.  By assisting teachers with incorporating these resources into the curriculum we should see improved academic achievement.

Teachers will be asked to complete a needs assessment in order to help the LEA identify strengths and weaknesses of the current technology program.  Teacher recommendations as well as results from curriculum mapping teams will be used to determine future technology curriculum purchases.

Work Order logs located at www.ccschools.net  and Existing procedures for requesting hardware and software will be used to assist in determining the need for hardware, software and service replacement or added purchases.

2003-2004      

• Implementation and training on the A⁺dvanced Learning System
• Comprehensive training schedule for MarcoPolo Project
• “School Year Kick-off” with Internet4Classrooms Staff Development
• Installation, Implementation, and Training of Windows Based Follett Library Program for all schools.
• Comprehensive training in the use of local test data and TVAAS results to modify the teaching strategies as needed.

2004-2005

• Continuation of professional development and data analysis strategies from the previous year to ensure that newly hired teachers have the same skills as our current staff.
• Investigate On-Line training sources for curriculum software to allow more convenient schedules for staff development.

2005-2006

• Continuation of professional development and data analysis strategies from the previous year to ensure that newly hired teachers have the same skills as our current staff.
• Investigate the feasibility of a Laptop per student with curriculum software loaded to allow for individualized student learning at home and at school.
• Implementation of Wireless Connectivity, Web Servers for teacher use, and recabling of school buildings pending erate funding. 
• Begin feasability study of laptops for all teachers.

The Crockett County School District believes that Staff Development is a key component to a successful academic program.  Staff development will not be a “one shot” training effort.  The LEA will provide ongoing opportunities in order to bring teachers and staff to at least minimum levels of technology literacy.  Through the use of On-line training resources the teacher will have the opportunity to learn these basic computer skills and core software programs (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) at his/her own pace and schedule. 

The LEA will begin grade level meetings to foster better communication of technology teaching strategies.  The LEA will also develop a grade/subject level listserve to allow electronic communication of ideas.  By using this information the LEA will continually update the website to include more curriculum resources indexed by content area and grade level. 

The technology committee will be the governing body for setting evaluation standards and monitoring progress toward specified technology goals. The committee will develop and implement needs assessments for students, parents, and teachers to help determine specific strengths and weaknesses. Staff members will be encouraged to communicate any concerns, problems, or recommendations with the technology office. The Technology Director will work closely with administrative and the instructional staff to ensure that the overall impact of technology in classroom instruction is and continues to be significant in student achievement.

Data from electronic resources (i.e. Accelerated Reader, A⁺dvanced Learning System, Accelerated Math, Star Reader) will be used as one component in the evaluation process to determine the needs for mid-year modifications. 

As a form of evaluation, principals will make recommendations to the Curriculum Supervisor, Technology Director, and Director of Schools in order to monitor progress of teacher effectiveness, technology integration, and enabling students to achieve high academic standards.   As a component of the teacher evaluation process, principals and supervisor will conduct formal and informal evaluations to ensure that technology integration is an integral part of the curriculum.

Another component of the evaluation process will be the analysis of student test data and teacher effect data.  This will allow the district to determine the effectiveness of existing programs and to modify these programs as needed.

The LEA web site will be updated and expanded to include a more detailed calendar of events posted by school. The website will also consist of specific content area links to assist parents in helping their children with homework assignments. EbscoHost and TEL are also available from home. The LEA is considering the purchase of a component to its student management package called ParentConnect which will allow parents secure access to their student grades and attendance information.  A directory of teacher e-mail addresses will be posted to allow parents to communicate more effectively and conveniently with teachers and administrators.

Using the reporting features of the A⁺dvanced Learning System and Accelerated Reader, the school will host a “Parent Night” to inform parents of student progress and demonstrate the features of the programs. 

The LEA will work toward expanding partnerships with local business and civic organizations to enhance the infusion of technology into the curriculum and provide support for each other.  We believe that these partnerships will be of service to students and businesses in this growing technological society.