The document summarizes the E-Rate program, which provides discounts on telecommunication services for eligible schools and libraries. It then outlines Irving ISD's long-range technology plan, which focuses on four major areas: integrating technology into teaching and learning; professional development; administration and support services; and infrastructure for technology. The plan also details the district's goals around technology use and expenditures to support its technology vision.
3. E-Rate Program that offers discounts in telecommunication services. Ensures affordable access to eligible schools and libraries. Provides discounts of 20 percent to 90 percent for eligible telecommunications services
4. Irving ISD Technology Plan Four major areas: Integration of Technology into Teaching and Learning. Professional Development Administration and Support Services Infrastructure for Technology
6. District Goals Infuse higher level thinking with technology. Support assessment and planning through the use of technology. Educate all students and teachers in responsible technology use. Ensure educator professional development is on-going, high quality, based on NETS Standards, and increasing in rigor so that student learning and 21st century skills are increased.
7. District Goalscontinuation Ensure 100% administrative participation in appropriate, current and new software programs Provide leadership to leverage technology for the improvement of teaching and learning in every classroom daily Ensure a stable and robust infrastructure for technology use
9. Summary E-Rate Irving ISD Technology Plan Major areas District profile District goals Technology Expenditures
10. References Irving Independent School District www.irvingisd.net The Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/oii/nonpublic/erate.html
