Providence School Board September 10, 2012

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

2. 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

3. 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. 

4. CELT’s Approach • 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

5. 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.

6. Project Milestones

7. 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.

8. Continuous Improvement Model Needs Recommendations Implementation IT Program Recommendations Needs Analysis Design Specifications and Procurement Detailed Implementation Plans, Budget, and Funding Strategy Strategic Technology Design Decisions andFramework District Vision and Strategic Plan Information Technology Blueprint Implementation, Training, and Support Organizational Structure Curriculum andBusiness Audit Revisions and Modifications Monitoring and Evaluation Assess Impact onLearning for Students,Staff, and Community Legend: Phase 1: Needs Analysis Phase 3: Implementation Phase 4: Evaluation Phase 2: Recommendations

9. Key Components of a ComprehensiveInformation Technology Blueprint Introduction and Study Design Curriculum and Assessment Teaching and Learning Technologies Learning Environments and School Facilities IT Organizational Development and Staffing Staff Development and Human Resource Management Standards, Procurement, Maintenance, and Asset Management Policies, Procedures, Security, and Safety District-, School-, and Program-Level Planning Administrative and Productivity Systems Decision Support and Accountability Systems Communications and Network Infrastructure Community/Home Access and Participation IT Monitoring, Evaluation Programs, and Implementation Management Budget, Funding Sources, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

10. Contact Information Center for Educational Leadership and Technology 65 Boston Post Road West Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752 Phone: (508) 624-4474 Fax: (508) 624-6565 Web: www.celtcorp.com Dr. John Phillipo E-mail: jphillipo@celtcorp.com Office: (508) 624-4474 x1208 Ms. Patti Sullivan-Hall E-mail: psullivan-hall@celtcorp.com Office: (508) 624-4474 x1231

11. 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.