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Queen of Saints School Technology Plan

Queen of Saints School Technology Plan. Where we have been… What we strive to become !!!. Current State: 2010 / 2011. Newest computers are 4 years old - 3 computers Most computers are P4 1.5GHZ 512meg RAM - 10 years old Each room has old tube TV for cable and morning announcements

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Queen of Saints School Technology Plan

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  1. Queen of Saints SchoolTechnology Plan Where we have been… What we strive to become !!!

  2. Current State: 2010 / 2011 • Newest computers are 4 years old - 3 computers • Most computers are P4 1.5GHZ 512meg RAM - 10 years old • Each room has old tube TV for cable and morning announcements • Tube TVs have limited inputs for DVD and computers, also TVs are failing • Limited interactive whiteboards and projectors, some are mobile for sharing • Most classroom computers are barely able to support interactive whiteboards • School web site allows teachers and families to go online at any computer and enter grades or check grades (EduConnect) • Library software was updated last year and new server was installed to support the application

  3. Background: 2005 - 2009 • Technology Fee originated in 2005-2006 year for support of the computer class on wheels, to pay for laptops, software and upkeep. • Computer consultant was contracted by Mary Price, however, started with Dr. Johns in July, 2006 • Home & School donated $20,000 for two years to cover computer lease • 2006 – 2007 & 2007 – 2008 • Laptop lease ended in May 2008

  4. Program Fee: • Technology Fee changed names in 2008 to Program Fee. • Fee encompass; technology, playground staff, traffic support (officer), buzz book (one per family), etc • Technology is $110 of the program fee

  5. Technology Expense: 2009 -2010 • 2009-2010 Technology Expense • $27,940 collected = 254 Families @ $110 each • Spending included • $14.6k Consultant Fee (Below estimate) • $15k – Computers for Lab • $13k – Server parts, required Internet filter, infrastructure (Assorted cables, switches, surge protectors, etc.), new server, licenses, EduConnect • Total Cost = $42,600 for technology

  6. Technology Expense: 2010 - 2011 • 2010-2011 Technology Expense • $26,620 collected = 242 Families @ $110 each • Spending 6 months actual / estimates: • $6.5k Consultant Fee (Estimated $14k entire year) • $8k – Library software, EduConnect, computer filters, infrastructure - (Estimated $16k) • $2k – estimated unexpected cost • Estimated Total Cost = $32,000

  7. Technology Expense: Annual • Expected / Unexpected Yearly Expenses per consultant • These expenses are for maintenance not capital purchases of computer stations. • $15k – Annual Expected expenses includes: • Licenses, antivirus, web filter, software, infrastructures needs to maintain operating standards, hardware parts, EduConnect, misc • 6-8% for annual unexpected expenses • 2010-2011 - $2.2k • Consultant fee - $14k • Newer equipment and additional training of staff will continue to decrease consultant fees.

  8. Technology Timeline: 5-7 Year Plan • 2006 – 2010 activity • Acclimate and assess problem areas • Discussion with Teachers / Staff to identify opportunities • Upgrade network equipment • Software and hardware inventory • Updated licenses, remove unlicensed software • Organized donated computer components • Clean and reload teacher computers each summer • Installation and maintenance of Archdiocesan required web filter • Upgrade antivirus and software • Very few new purchases of computer stations. Cannibal of old equipment to make new stations.

  9. Technology Timeline • 2010-2011 Targets: • Replace Teachers Computers with current technology desktops computers including monitors • Replacement would support a more engaging learning environment and allow projectors and interactive whiteboards • Estimated: $900 x 27 stations = $24,300 • All classrooms, specialty, office and health room • Computers will include a 3 year warranty from manufacture • Look to replace after the warrantee period is up (2014/2015) • Benefits of replacement include • Upgrade Microsoft license agreement w/ a new agreement with the Archdiocese – Cost savings & Newest products

  10. Technology Timeline: Continued • 2011 - 2012 Targets: • Interactive whiteboards (Smart Boards) & projectors • Currently have 9 Interactive whiteboards • Minimum - one per grade level and laps (Need 15 Boards) • 6 needed to add to existing = $12,000 • Ideal – One per classroom, labs, library, specialty (Need 22 Boards) • 13 needed to add to existing = $26,000 • Projectors Mounted to Ceiling – Additional cost TBD • Classroom TV vs TV tuner cards for computers • Recommended: TV Tuner cards for computers because of the capability to would work with the interactive whiteboards.

  11. Technology Timeline: continued • Recommendations sooner than later: • Infrastructure needs include: • Server room needs HVAC checked and updated • Network switches need to be updated • Servers upgrade or replaced on a regular cycle

  12. Desktops vs. Laptops • Laptops are not cost effective vs. an equilvant desktop • Installation of full school wireless network • Estimated Network Hardware cost = $12k - $15k • Additional security hardware and software = $5k and $7k • Cost to install hardware and configure security software and hardware would be required. • Laptops require users to repeatedly plug and unplug accessories causing wear to the components. • Additional support would be required if configurations were changed between home networks and school networks. • Bringing a remote access system into the school for remotely accessing files would cost an estimated $5k to $7k – Solutions currently being reviewed

  13. Home & School Recommendation • Home & School Officers are recommending the following: • Support QAS Technology Plan in two parts: • Part 1: • 2010 / 2011 – Fundraising dollars will be used to assist in the purchasing of computers and interactive whiteboards (Smart Board). Donation from Home & School Year 1 between $20k - $25k. • Part 2: • 2011 / 2012 – Fundraising dollars will be used to assist in the completion of the Technology Plan. Donation will be made to assist with the completion of purchasing the remaining interactive whiteboards needed to have one per classroom, labs and specialty. However, donation could be used to fund other technology items deemed necessary at the time. Donation from Home & School Year 2 between $20k - $25k • Donate dollars by Home & School to QAS school is contingent on dollars raised through fundraising activities after yearly expenses are recognized. • Expenses include; refreshments for Back to School Night and Open House, purchase of some teacher resources; teacher’s yearly startup gift; teacher luncheon, teacher and staff appreciation items; misc expenses

  14. 2010 / 2011 Fundraising: • It is from our QAS Families support of the following Fundraisers, the Home & School Association has the ability to fund programs such as Bathroom Renovation, Lockers and now the Technology Plan. • Your 2010 / 2011 Fundraisers: • Grocery Certificate Program • Candy / Paper Drive • Magazine Drive • Holiday Boutique • Poinsettia Sales • Trash Bag Sales • Santa Shop • Buy Out Program

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