1. STaR Chart
and

2.  The STaR Chart is a tool designed to measure
the state and local efforts toward improving
student learning through the use of
technology.

3.  STaR chart was designed as a measurement
tool in meeting technology standards
specified by the No Child Left Behind, Title
II, Part D.

4.  The STaR chart is designed to help
teachers, campuses, and districts determine
their progress towards meeting goals of the
Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology.

5. The Four Key Areas that are measured:
 Teaching and Learning
 Educator Preparation and Development
 Leadership Administration and Instructional
Support
 Infrastructure for Technology

6. There are 4 levels of progress:
 Early Tech
 Developing Tech
 Advanced Tech
 Target Tech
The goal is to reach Target Tech in each of the 4
Key Areas of measurement.

7. The Challenges are:
 The teachers serves as a facilitator, mentor
and co-learner.
 Students have on-demand access to all
appropriate technologies.
 Technology is integrated into all core content
areas.
 High Schools offer at least 4 Technology
Applications courses.

8.  School offers regular technology-supported
learner-centered projects.
 Vertical alignment of Technology Application
TEKS.
 Anywhere use of online resources.
 Administrators ensure integration of
appropriate technology.
 100% of educators meet SBEC standards.
 At least 30% of technology budget is
allocated to professional development.

9.  Campus plan is focused on student success
that is supported by board and
administration.
 Technical support to 350 computers.
 Campus instructional support staff.
 A variety of funding is available.

10.  On-demand access for every student.
 Direct connectivity available in all rooms.
 Web based resources in multiple rooms.
 All rooms are connected to WAN.
 Rooms are fully equipped with appropriate
technology.

11. 25
20
15
2006-07
2007-08
10
2008-09
5
0
Teaching and Learning
Educator Preparation
Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support
Infrastructure for Technology

12. Percentage of Schools Obtaining this Level
Early
Developing
Advanced
Target

13. Percentage of Schools Obtaining this Level
Early
Developing
Advanced
Target

14. Percentage of Schools Obtaining this Level
Early
Developing
Advanced
Target

15. Percentage of Schools Obtaining this Level
Early
Developing
Advanced
Target

16.  Deer Park ISD is blazing trails in the field of
technology.
 We need to stay on track and we will be in full
compliance of all State technology
requirements.
 Last of all…..Thanks to all teachers and
administrators who understand and support
the use of technology within our district!!