September 13, 2013 at 9:00 AM - Technology

Discussion:  In attendance: Jeff Droge, Kerri Jo Krivohlavek, Stephen Grammer, Dan Hoesing, and two representatives from Apple Computer. Kearney Technology Workshop (NETA)We discussed the iPad rollout and our district-wide plan for technology in the district. The Apple representatives invited our administrative team to attend the NETA Leadership conference in Kearney on October 2nd and 3rd. We will also bring a team of building representatives from each building to attend the regular sessions on Wednesday afternoon, evening, and Thursday with the expectation that those in attendance would serve on the technology strategic planning team to develop our 2014 technology plan. The goal is to have our plan ready for board adoption in January 2014. Ipad rollout-All students in grades 8-12 have iPads. We have about a dozen extra Ipads on hand for new students and replacements for iPads sent in for repair. Student/Staff insurance: We should be finalizing the commitments to repair insurance for both students and staff. The money collected during the 2013-14 school year will be kept in the separate accounts and used ONLY for items not covered under warranty. If their is money left in the accounts at the end of the school year, we will evaluate the insurance program for the 2014-15 school year. Staff Training: The Apple representatives shared common themes in staff technology training. These themes include: Camp fire: Staff gather in a large group for training Watering hole: Staff gather in small groups to share ideas Cave: Staff moves forward as individuals and implement on an as needed basis. Mountain top: Students and staff showcase technology used in their classroom. In addition to the Kearney workshops, the representatives agreed to visit each of our buildings to see the technology used in each classroom and assist us in developing our training schedule and programs.