York School Department
Technology Plan
2008 - 2011
Today is: Wednesday,08 September,2010 02:34:34 PM

Steps to Increase Accessibility


Goal #1
Target a 4:1 student/computer ratio in all district schools.
Action Step
Increase mobile computing opportunities.
Action Step
Maintain labs for full group instruction
Action Step
Promote flexible scheduling in computer labs.

Goal #2
Support a 1:1 teacher/computer ratio.
Action Step
Review 1:1 program annually; identify staff without direct, immediate, and unencumbered access.
Action Step
Standardize all applications and staff computers across the district.

Goal #3
Maintain reliable and dependable hardware throughout the school district.
Action Step
Refresh all district technology every five years.
Action Step
Replace 20% of desktops and laptops per year.
Action Step
Build refresh cycle costs into annual technology budget.  Explore leasing options.
Action Step
Manage inventory to reflect the refresh cycle component.

Goal #4
Continue to streamline the hardware repair and troubleshooting process.
Action Step
Review repair data monthly to identify trends.
Action Step
Review Helpdesk Reporting System annually, make changes as necessary.

Goal #5
Maintain broadband access to the Internet throughout the district.
Action Step
Explore Internet Service Provider options.
Action Step
Investigate fiber/copper/wireless connectivity between buildings.
                        

 Last Modified: 11 January,2009