2014

Hinsdale Township High

School District 86
Cheri Gogo & Kerrin
Riley

DISTRICT LIBRARY
TECHNOLOGY PLAN

Table of Contents
Library Technology Mission Statement....................................................................3
Technology Needs Assessment..............................................................................3-4
Goals and Objectives.....................................................................................4
Plan and Budget.............................................................................5
Personnel Position Descriptions.............................................................................6-9
Responsible Use Policies ................................................................................. 10-11
Professional Development Plan ..............................................................................12
Evaluation ...............................................................................................................13
References..........................................................................................................14-15

Library Technology Mission Statement

The mission of the Hinsdale Township High School District 86 Technology Plan is to keep pace
with new technology while teaching students to be responsible and effective users of technology.
The district will aim to provide teachers with training to prepare them to enhance pedagogy
through the use of the most current professional development practices in the use of
technological resources. The district will ensure that students are prepared for using technology
in the pursuit of higher education and careers.

Technology Needs Assessment

District 86 schools completed the Hinsdale technology survey during the first semester of the
2013-2014 academic year. These surveys provided the district with the basis for a general needs
assessment for the use of technology in the District 86. To address the needs of library users in
regard to technology, web-based surveys were developed to collect information about technology
use.

Teacher/Staff Survey
Teachers and staff were asked questions regarding their current technology use in the library.
Questions included: Do you use the LCD projector in the library instructional areas? Do you
have a sufficient number of computers while in the library? Do you feel the wireless access in
the library is reliable? In addition to the pointed questions, the survey solicited information
regarding their satisfaction with technology and suggestions for improvement.
Three hundred and thirty seven teachers and staff members provided feedback in the
survey. The responses were evaluated by certified district librarians to determine teacher and
staff needs.

Student Survey
A web-based survey was constructed and e-mailed to all students to determine student
technology needs. Items in the student survey included questions such as: Do you have ample
computer access in the library during the school day? Do you feel there are a sufficient number
of printers available for use? Do you use electronic books through the librarys subscription to
Overdrive? Students were solicited for their feedback on the current available technology in the
library as well as suggestions for potential improvement.
Eighteen hundred and sixty three students responded to the web-based survey. Their responses
were tracked and evaluated by certified district librarians to determine student technology needs.

Needs Assessment Survey Analysis

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After careful evaluation of both the teacher/staff and student surveys, district librarians
determined several areas of need for both groups. The overwhelming majority of both teachers
and students indicated a strong need for more computer availability, particularly during lunch
periods as well as before and after school. Teachers indicated that additional network access
points should be made available to the library in order to better support network access. Students
indicated that they would like to have more portable devices (iPads, e-readers, MP3 players)
available for checkout to use in conjunction with library resources.

Goals and Objectives

Goal: To provide staff and students with a library rich with technology where they can thrive in
the use of new tools and grow as ethical users of technology.
Objective 1: Demand ethical use of technology by students during the use of the library through
modeling and defining expected behavior.
Objective 2: Continue to support teachers and classes in the use of technology during library or
lab time.
Objective 3: Obtain appropriate hardware and software in partnership with the Information
Technology Department in order to support the school community.
Objective 4: Provide staff with the support that the need via professional development as well as
collaborative partnerships in which technology is integrated into instruction.
Objective 5: Provide the school community with the most current mobile technology possible by
introducing new technologies whenever appropriate and economically feasible.

Plan and Budget

After analyzing the results of the needs assessment surveys, the library department chair has
consulted with the IT department to determine a list of acceptable items to include in the future plan.
Pricing of each item has been determined by the IT department and the list will be prioritized by the
IT department as they assess the needs of other areas within the school. The list below is organized
based on order of fulfillment. Additional equipment purchases will likely be fulfilled over the course
of two or three fiscal years.

Additional Equipment

Cost

30 iPad Airs with retina display @399 each

$11.900.00

30 Belkin keyboard cases F5L152ttC02 @79.99

2,400.00

1 Bretford PowerSync iPad cart

2,800.00

1 Additional wireless access point

200

1 Additional color printer

1,200.00

1 MakerBot Replicator desktop printer

2,900.00

Additional eBook and audiobook titles

2,500.00

Additional 25 laptops @1000 each

25,000

Cart on wheels

2,000

Total cost

$52,900

Personnel Position Descriptions

The library technology planning team meets on a regular basis to ensure technological progress
is being made in the library in regards to the goals and objectives defined in the technology
plan.

Name

Position

Cheri Gogo

Library Department Chair

Kerrin Riley

Librarian

Kathleen Molloy

Library Aide

Jennifer Dalrymple

Technology Specialist

Jared Friebel

Classroom Teacher

Bill Walsh

Principal

Vicky Joseph

Community Member

Job Descriptions
Technology Coach
Responsible for training, modeling, and assisting teachers in integrating technology in the
classroom to improve student achievement. Coordinates the management of instructional and
non-instructional school microcomputer networks. Acquires and updates skills as necessary for
effective network management. Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains hardware and software.
Trains users in applications on the network. Coordinates activities of outside vendors,
consultants and trainers.
Responsibilities:
1. Develops, implements, and coordinates the technology component of the staff development program
for certified, classified/non-contractual, and para-educator staff with the Chief Information Officer.
2. Has working understanding and knowledge of District's technology plan.
3. Assists in the development and implementation of the District's technology plan.
4. Remains current with latest media/audio-visual equipment necessary to deliver presentations and
teach faculty/staff of same.
5. Remains current with latest technology hardware, software, and peripherals to assist teachers in the
delivery of instruction and to provide students with necessary tools for learning.
6. Assists individual faculty in the development, implementation, and evaluation of individual
technology plans.
7. Assists faculty to integrate technology and technology projects into curriculum and their
instructional practices.
8. Develops a cadre of faculty/staff technology experts who are willing to serve as resources/leaders.
9. Coaches teachers on how to use technology in classrooms.
10. Reviews current literature on technology and disseminates same to staff in a manner that is
meaningful, efficient, and effective.
11. Searches for and is able to teach new and innovative instructional strategies and trends, and makes
recommendations regarding appropriateness of same for classroom use.
12. Becomes recognized as an effective and dynamic technology staff development teacher of certified,
classified/non-contractual, and para-educator staff.
13. Models lessons and teaching strategies.
13. Assists the Director of Curriculum and Instruction in the preparation of the annual professional
growth and development budget.

Librarian
The library at each campus is a hub of learning and collaboration, supporting a wide range of
activities from hundreds of daily individual student visits to dozens of daily classes scheduled for
librarian-supported teaching and research assistance. As technology evolves, and in a time when
all students in District 86 will have a mobile device to support their learning in and outside the
classroom, we seek a Librarian who can work to ensure that the library continues to be at the
center of inquiry and information literacy in the physical library space and beyond.
Responsibilities:
1. Creates an environment that is conducive to active and participatory learning, resourcebased instructional practices, and collaboration with teaching staff
2. Shares with the learning community collaboratively developed and up-to-date district
policies concerning such issues as materials selection, circulation, reconsideration of
materials, copyright, privacy, and acceptable use
3. Encourages the use of instructional technology to engage students and to improve
learning, providing 24/7 access to digital information resources for the entire learning
community
4. Collects and analyzes data to improve instruction and to demonstrate correlations
between school library and student achievement
5. Maintains active memberships in professional associations
6. Remains current in professional practices and developments, information technologies,
and educational research applicable to school library programs.
7. Participates in the curriculum development process at both the district and building level
to ensure that the curricula include the full range of literacy skills (information, media,
visual, digital, and technological literacy) necessary to meet content standards and to
develop lifelong learners
8. Collaborates with teachers and others to plan and implement meaningful experiences that
will promote a love of reading and lifelong learning
9. Provide and plan professional development opportunities within the school and district
for and with all staff, including other school librarians
10. Evaluates, promotes, and uses existing and emerging technologies to support teaching
and learning, supplement school resources, connect the school with the global learning
community, communicate with students and teachers, and provide 24/7 access to library
services
11. Provides guidance in software and hardware evaluation, and developing processes for
such evaluation
12. Understands copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property, and assisting users
with their understand and observance of same
13. Uses evidence of practice, particularly in terms of learning outcomes, to support program
goals and planning

Library Aide
Assists in the daily operations of the school library media program. Operate and maintain
classroom and/or computer labs, compile records, sort, shelve, issue, and receive library and A/V
materials. Troubleshoots problems with classroom and/or computer lab technologies. Locate
library and A/V materials for loan and replace material in shelving area, stacks, or files
according to identification number and title.
Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrates technical proficiencies with AV hardware and a variety of software
applications
2. Operate and maintain audio-visual equipment
3. Promotes a positive relationship with students, staff and community
4. Demonstrates technical proficiencies with AV hardware (e.g. laser printer, plotter printer,
laminator, DVD/CD and Scanners) and a variety of software applications (e.g. Microsoft
Office, Publisher, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Photo Story, Movie Maker Essentials
and Library inventory software).
5. Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated
information systems
6. Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance and inventory of collections of books,
periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audio-visual and other materials
7. Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as
computers and audio-visual equipment
8. Locate library materials for patrons, including books and electronic resources
9. Answer routine inquiries and refer students and staff in need of professional assistance to
librarians
10. Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned using the library
management system
11. Process new materials including books, audio-visual materials, and computer software
12. Inspects AV equipment and its components for the purpose of ensuring safety and
identifying necessary repairs and providing an ongoing program of preventive
maintenance
13. Prepares a variety of documents and materials (e.g. videos, service records, work
performed, duplicating of CD/DVDs) for the purpose of meeting user requests and
documenting activities
14. Other duties as assigned

Responsible Use Policy for Students

The goal of the District 86 Responsible Use of Technology Policy is to help give students the
tools and knowledge that they need in order to be respectful, responsible, and ethical users of
technology. Throughout their tenure at District 86, students will be utilizing district computers
and devices as well as bringing in their own, personal devices for educational purposes. The
tenets outlined in this policy apply to all devices used by students regardless of district
ownership and students should adhere to these principles both during the school day and beyond.
In accepting the District 86 Responsible Use Policy agreement, students acknowledge the
following rules and conditions:

I will use technology resources appropriately and responsibly for school purposes. I will
not use resources in a way that disrupts or interferes with the activities of other users.

I represent the school district in all online activities. I understand that what I do on social
networking websites should not reflect negatively on fellow students, teachers, the
district, or on myself.

I will use email and other means of electronic communications, including social media
applications, responsibly and respectfully. I will use my school provided email for
communicating with my teachers and fellow students.

I understand that the school network and the school account are property of District 86
and anything that I do can be monitored.

I will model good online citizenship by making sure that my actions and choices do not
disrupt the learning environment.

I will not view or install inappropriate content, will not try to bypass network guidelines,
will not try to access other student accounts or official school files or accounts, and will
not engage in any illegal activities.

I will use technology and the material that I access online ethically and with respect of
creative rights, plagiarism, copyright and responsible use.

I understand that violating the Responsible Use Policy can result in consequences such as
my suspension of computer privileges, disciplinary action, and/or my referral to law
enforcement.

I will use technology respectfully, responsibly and ethically.

Student Signature:____________________________________ Date:_____________

Parent Signature:______________________________________Date:____________
Adapted in consultation with Deer Park ISDs Responsible Use Principles for Students, located at
http://www.dpisd.org/tech_policies.

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Responsible Use of Technology Agreement for Employees

As an employee, you are being given access to a collection of technology resources provided by
District 86. The network and devices that you will be utilizing during your terms of employment
are in place to teach the skills, knowledge, and behaviors students will need in order to succeed
in the global community. These resources may include, but are not limited to, district provided
equipment as well as personal devices.
As a District 86 employee, you are expected to help students use new technologies in a
meaningful, safe, and responsible way. You are expected to use the resources provided with
courtesy, respect, and integrity.
In accepting the District 86 Responsible Use Policy agreement, employees acknowledge the
following rules and conditions:

I understand that as an employee of the District, what I do online represents District 86

and that I should refrain from using technology in a way that reflects negatively on other
members of the District.

I will use technology productively, appropriately, and for school purposes and refrain
from representing my individual interests or ideals.

I will promote the ethical and responsible use of technology with my classes and with all
students with which I interact with.

I will use my school supplied email account responsibly and with the understanding that
information shared via email is representative of district interests. This will be the sole
email with which I communicate with students.

I understand that all school supplied technology/equipment is property of the District and
can be monitored by the District.

I will conduct my classes and my work in a manner that is respectful of District 86s
resources including paper, printers, server space, and network bandwidth.

I acknowledge that the District reserves the right to deem conduct as inappropriate shall it
interfere with the best interest of the District.

I will use technology respectfully, responsibly and ethically.

Employee Signature:___________________________________ Date:______________

Adapted in consultation with Deer Park ISDs Responsible Use Principles for Staff; located at
http://www.dpisd.org/tech_policies.

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Professional Development Plan

The library staff has had the opportunity to attend several onsite and offsite technology training
sessions. Continual technology integration professional development is needed to update and
improve the way librarians infuse technology as the ever changing field of librarianship evolves.

Goal #1
Provide professional development that aides library staff in incorporating technology into the
curriculum

Strategies

Identify individual professional development needs

Determine individual strengths in content areas
Identify opportunities for professional development
Allocate time and funds in order to provide ongoing training

Goal #2
Become proficient in the use of iPad Airs

Strategies

Schedule and attend training from the Apple trainers to become skilled users of the iPad
Airs
Join a professional learning community dedicated to the use of iPad Airs in the classroom
Identify a teacher to forge a relationship with to pilot the use of iPad Airs in the
classroom

Goal #3
Learn to use a 3-D printer and implement the use of the color printer with classes and students

Strategies

Attend MakerBot Training

Join a professional learning community dedicated to use of 3-D printers in education
Collaborate with science teachers to develop units that utilize the use of the 3D printer

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Evaluation
Evaluation of this technology plan will be evaluated through the library technology team using
several forms of assessment. The progress will be evaluated annually. The library technology
team will monitor the progress toward achieving the technology goals as identified below:
All librarians will demonstrate advanced technology skills
The Library Department Chair will monitor library staff competency during instructional
sessions and daily interaction with students and staff
All librarians will consistently collaborate with classroom teachers on units that integrate
technology. This will be assessed through the evaluation process currently in place in the
district.
All students will be given equitable access to technology resources in the library. This will be
assessed through librarian observation, student feedback, and surveys.

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