1. Natick Public Schools Technology Update February 25, 2008
Dennis Roche, CISA
Director of Technology

2. Key Technology Milestones
Recruited and built a solid Technology Team
Designed and re-built the Technology Infrastructure
Now ready to begin addressing the needs of the classrooms!!!

3. Next Steps 1. Classroom Technologies 2. Wiring Closet Devices
Computers, printers, scanners, Interactive White Boards, Projectors & AV Equipment, Administrative & Curriculum Software.
2. Wiring Closet Devices
Routers, switches and cabling.
3. Computer Room Devices
Servers, storage, security & backup devices and proactive monitoring tools.

4. Leasing vs Buying

5. Key Benefits
Eliminate our unsupported platform issues (OS9) in one year. (Elementary)
Standardized devices for all classroom teachers for use at school and home. (K12)
Improved access to all school technology. (K12)
More flexibility for teachers to be creative in the classroom. (K12)

6. Recipe for Continued Technology Success
Build the Foundation
Assemble the team
Design and build the technology infrastructure
Secure the Funding
Refresh and Replacement of Technology Tools
On-going Training and Support
Centralized Help Desk
Dedicate a Technology Trainer
Constant Feedback
Keep an open dialogue with all stakeholders.

7. The Ultimate Goal - K12
Improved use of current technologies within the classroom.
Enhanced teacher/student flexibility and creativity.
Alignment of Technology to support teaching and learning within the classroom.