2. Open for Discussion San Antonio ISD has implemented a technology plan that responds to the state technology initiative in education. Today we will discuss: What is E-Rate? What is the District Technology Plan? Where Can I Find More Information?
3. What is E-Rate? The Schools and Library Program, also known as E-Rate, is administered by the Universal Services Administrative Company (USAC).
4. What is E-Rate? The main goal of the program is to: Assist schools and libraries in obtaining affordable telecommunications and internet access.
5. What is E-Rate? Funding is requested under 4 categories: Telecommunication Services Internet Access Internal Connections Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections More information on the E-Rate program can be found at: http://www.usac.org/sl/
7. SAISD Technology Plan San Antonio ISD’s Technology Plan is comprised of 5 goals: Improve technology integration in teaching and learning in all SAISD classrooms and libraries to support student achievement in a 21st century learning environment.
8. SAISD Technology Plan Ensure that educator preparation and development relating to technology integration is ongoing, sustained and intensive high quality program based on state and national standards.
9. SAISD Technology Plan Administrators, teachers and support staff will continue to use technology to enhance their own productivity for decision-making, improving efficiency and increasing their effectiveness relative to their assigned duties.
10. SAISD Technology Plan Maintain and update strong technology infrastructure to support full administrative and instructional functions. Provide management service and support to make all SAISD software applications and supporting systems available as needed.
11. SAISD Technology Plan More information on the San Antonio ISD Technology Plan can be found at: https://saisdtechplan.pbworks.com/w/page/12810428/FrontPage
12. SAISD E-Rate Program SAISD was approved in 2010 to receive assistance and monies through the E-Rate program. The technology plan has been developed and approved for the years 2010-2013.
13. Oversight of the Technology Plan Oversight is handled by the districts Technology Planning Committee. Their contact information can be found on the district home page.
14. Summary The SAISD Technology Plan, with the help of the E-Rate program, helps the district in successfully preparing our students with the 21st century skills to be successful.
Editor's Notes
The SAISD Technology Plan, with the help of the E-Rate program, helps the district in successfully preparing our students with the 21st century skills to be successful.
