Providence School Board September 10, 2012 Introductory Briefing Providence Public School District Comprehensive Information Technology Blueprint Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Leadership, Learning, and Technology for the 21 st Century

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 1 Welcome and Introductions Center for Educational Leadership and Technology (CELT) Dr. John Phillipo, Chief Executive Officer Ms. Patti Sullivan-Hall, Technology Planning and Staff Development Coordinator

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 2 CELT’s Mission To help learning organizations attain their vision, mission, and goals by integrating high-quality, mission-critical programs, services, and technology with the organization's people and processes in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective way.

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 3  Uniquely integrates leadership, learning, and technology with contemporary educational reforms, and research/best practices  Creates partnerships among state education agencies, school districts, community, business, and industry  Provides nationally recognized staff with diverse educational and technical expertise  Serves as an independent and unbiased thought leader, trusted advisor, and project manager  Delivers creative problem solving regarding funding, organizational development, and change management  Makes improved student achievement the driving force behind all leadership, learning, and technology decisions CELT’s Approach

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 4 IT Blueprint Study Objectives The objectives of this study are effective integration and use of technology resources throughout the school district to:  improve student achievement,  develop students’ competencies,  maximize operational effectiveness and efficiency,  enhance staff productivity, and  increase parent involvement.

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 5 Project Milestones MilestoneDate Project Kick-off and Vision Setting September 2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment September 2012 Key Findings and Recommendations October - November 2012 Information Technology Blueprint December January 2013 RIDE SubmissionJanuary 2013 Public Presentation of Information Technology Blueprint January 2013

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 6 Project Participants The following constituents will be invited to participate:  Students and Parents  Teachers and Support Staff  School and District Administrators  School and District Technology Staff  School Board Members  Community, Business, Municipal Government, and Higher Education Partners via interviews, focus groups, and school site visits.

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 7 Continuous Improvement Model Design Specifications and Procurement Implementation, Training, and Support Needs Analysis Curriculum and Business Audit IT Program Recommendations Organizational Structure Revisions and Modifications Assess Impact on Learning for Students, Staff, and Community Monitoring and Evaluation Information Technology Blueprint District Vision and Strategic Plan Phase 1: Needs Analysis Phase 2: Recommendations Phase 3: Implementation Phase 4: Evaluation Needs Recommendations Implementation Legend: Strategic Technology Design Decisions and Framework Detailed Implementation Plans, Budget, and Funding Strategy

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 8 Key Components of a Comprehensive Information Technology Blueprint 1.Introduction and Study Design 2.Curriculum and Assessment 3.Teaching and Learning Technologies 4.Learning Environments and School Facilities 5.IT Organizational Development and Staffing 6.Staff Development and Human Resource Management 7.Standards, Procurement, Maintenance, and Asset Management 8.Policies, Procedures, Security, and Safety 9.District-, School-, and Program-Level Planning 10.Administrative and Productivity Systems 11.Decision Support and Accountability Systems 12.Communications and Network Infrastructure 13.Community/Home Access and Participation 14.IT Monitoring, Evaluation Programs, and Implementation Management 15.Budget, Funding Sources, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 9 Contact Information Center for Educational Leadership and Technology 65 Boston Post Road West Marlborough, Massachusetts Phone:(508) Fax:(508) Web: Center for Educational Leadership and Technology 65 Boston Post Road West Marlborough, Massachusetts Phone:(508) Fax:(508) Web: Ms. Patti Sullivan-Hall Office: (508) x1231 Dr. John Phillipo Office: (508) x1208

© 2012 Center for Educational Leadership and Technology Slide 10 About CELT For nearly two decades, CELT has helped education leaders align their use of information technology with improved student learning. CELT works collaboratively with educational organizations to support and transform 21st century teaching, learning, and administrative processes. In order to ensure widespread and productive use of technology, our strategies include staffing plans and professional development programs, as well as maintenance and support activities. CELT is one of the largest and most comprehensive providers of research and planning services for schools, education service agencies, and departments of education. CELT's mission is to help learning organizations attain their vision, mission, and goals by integrating high-quality, mission-critical technology programs, services, and technology with the organization's people and processes in the most timely, efficient, and cost-effective way possible.