3. Universal Service Fund Established by the FCC in the Telecommunications act of 1996 Promote and increase the availability of telecommunications services nationwide at reasonable costs
4. Universal Service Fund High-Cost Program Low-Income Program Schools and Libraries Program (E-rate) Rural Health Care Program
5. Schools and Libraries Program Administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) Commonly known as E-rate Provides affordable telecommunications services to schools and libraries, especially in rural and economically disadvantaged areas
6. Schools and Libraries Program Supports 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 Program Discounts range from 20% to 90% Eligible schools, school districts and libraries may apply individually or as part of a consortium Requires submission of a district technology plan
8. CBISD Technology Plan Outlines current state of technology in the district Outlines major goalsfor three year period
9. Current State of Technology At least one computer per classroom All computers internet connected Printers in 90% of classrooms Document cameras in all classrooms Digital projectors in all classrooms Productivity software on all computers
10. Current State of Technology 8 computer labs for student use File server for storing files Virtual School via OdysseyWare for earning credits online Eduphoria program for professional development DMAC software for data disaggregation
11. Current State of Technology Skyward software for grades, attendance, parent communication, and other student records
12. Future Technology Goals 2 mobile computer labs per campus Wireless networking on each campus Handheld technology available on campus (upgraded graphing calculators and/or tablet computers) Online collaboration software or websites for teachers
13. Future Technology Goals Support teachers in creating class websites and online resources Online library for curriculum and learning resources for staff, students, and parents Offer distance learning courses Integrate technology standards into scope and sequences
14. Future Technology Goals Provide access to internet-connected computers outside of regular school hours Improve response times of tech support
15. Conclusion CBISD has made great gains with the available number of internet-connected computers and software offerings There is much progress to be made in how technology is fully integrated in the classroom
