Texas CTO Clinic Produced by Cosn and the Texas K-12 CTO Council

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Texas CTO Clinic Produced by CoSN and the Texas K-12 CTO Council

Tuesday, June 17, 2014 - Wednesday, June 18, 2014 J.J. Pickle Research Campus The University of Texas at Austin Commons Center 10100 Burnet Road Austin, TX 78758

Consortium for School Networking | 1025 Vermont Avenue NW, Suite 1010, Washington DC 20005 Phone: 202-861-2676 | Fax: 202-393-2011 | [email protected] | www.cosn.org

J.J. Pickle Research Campus The University of Texas at Austin Commons Center

Welcome!

The Texas K-12 CTO Council welcomes you to the annual Texas CTO Clinic, co-sponsored by the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

Today you will experience an intimate professional development opportunity that brings together leaders from around the state (and beyond) to discuss crucial developments in education technology and to help you stay ahead of the cutting edge in your field.

Following a box lunch and time to visit with sponsors, day one of the clinic will begin with a keynote presentation by Jim Stikeleather, Chief Innovation Officer, Dell Services about the changing measures of success and the importance of the CTO playing a role in this dialogue with the district superintendent. The day will continue with 24 sessions, broken down into 3 breakout periods, allowing you to customize your learning experience.

The clinic will continue on day two with breakfast and an opportunity to visit with sponsors and network. For the general session, we will join the panel of experts in mobile broadband as they discuss issues such as funding, implementation, security and the benefits of providing broadband access beyond the school walls. The afternoon will allow for more breakout sessions, some of which will be repeats from day one, allowing you to catch any you might have missed. The clinic will conclude with the proctoring of the CETL certification exam for all those who have studied and pre-registered.

This opportunity would not be possible without the support from a great group of sponsors. Be sure to meet with the K-12 technology sponsors who will be here at the clinic exhibiting their latest, cutting-edge products and services. We encourage you to share your needs and discuss the challenges you see in your district with our sponsors. They may have just the right product or service to help you plan strategically.

We trust you will find this day filled with opportunities to learn and expand your leadership. Again, welcome to the 2014 Texas CTO Clinic!

Dr. Alice Owen, CETL Keith Krueger Executive Director, Texas K12 CTO CEO, CoSN

Frankie Jackson Kevin Schwartz CyFair ISD Clear Creek ISD Chair, Texas K12 CTO Chair- Elect, Texas K12 CTO

Organization Founded in 1992, the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) is the premier professional association for school district technology leaders. CoSN is committed to providing the leadership, community and advocacy tools essential for the success of these leaders. CoSN is a tax-exempt 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in downtown Washington, D.C.

Mission Empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments.

Core Beliefs  The primary challenge we face in using technology effectively is human.  Technology is a critical tool to personalize learning.  Equitable and ubiquitous access to technology is a necessity.  The effective use of technology for transformation of learning cannot occur without strong leadership and vision.  Technological fluency allows children to be prepared for the world of today and tomorrow.  Technology enables innovation in our educational systems, which results in greater efficiencies and productivity.  Global connections are vital to transforming the education process and improving learning

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Organization The Texas K-12 CTO Council is a non-profit association of chief technology officers from Texas schools. We were the first state Chapter of COSN and were officially incorporated in August 2005. Our petition to the CoSN Board launched the process of creating state chapters.

Purpose Our purpose is to assist Texas K-12 School districts in understanding how to plan for the use and successful implementation of information technology in Texas school districts and advocate for districts technology needs to improve student learning.

Board of Directors Chair Frankie Jackson, CETL CyFair ISD Chair- Elect Kevin Schwartz, CETL Clear Creek ISD Past Chair John Orbaugh, CETL Tyler ISD Secretary Jeff Harris, CETL Weslaco ISD Treasurer Chad Branum Arlington ISD Executive Director Alice Owen, PhD, CETL Texas K-12 CTO Council

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The Texas K-12 CTO Council has been approved by the state of Texas to be an Approved Continuing Professional Education Provider. CPE Approved Provider # 902200 Please keep a record of the sessions you attended and the number of credit hours you received if you need to maintain CPEs for your certifications. These credit hours also may apply for CETL re-certification.

Agenda

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

10:30 - 12:00 Registration Atrium

11:00 - 12:15 Box Lunch and Exhibits Atrium

12:15 - 1:30 Welcome and Keynote Big Texas Auditorium

IT teams in organizations need to evolve from delivering IT to partners and advisers to applying IT that can innovate the educational experience and accelerate outcomes. No longer is efficiency the measure of success, but rather, how technology can be leveraged to propel school districts out of a 19th century mindset. However, these changes cannot occur unless crucial conversations are occurring between the CTO and the Superintendent. It’s more than a seat at the table- it’s about understanding a school district’s true needs, marrying those with the potential and possibilities of technology to transform, and then being in a position to communicate those ideas effectively. Presenter: Jim Stikeleather, Chief Innovation Officer, Dell Services

1:30 - 2:15 Exhibits Atrium

2:20 - 3:20 Breakout Sessions I

T1. Unlocking Human Capability, IT’s Leadership and Vision Balcones Essential Skill: Leadership & Vision Join author Jim Stikeleather, Chief Innovation Officer for Dell Services, for this executive discussion about existing and future challenges for IT leaders. Based upon 3 years of research, the role of IT in delivering value is especially dynamic these days, and there is a balance IT needs to achieve between efficiency and efficacy in order to enable a more collaborative and innovative environment. Major forces are at play in changing how we organize work, how we communicate and accomplish work, what constitutes the value produced by work, how the value of work is rewarded, and the increasing importance of context, content and immediacy of work outcomes. We’ll explore some of the alternative organizational and technology models that can unlock greater human capabilities throughout the organization. We’ll also discuss transforming the internal walls among strategy, planning, process, expertise and execution silos as well as between administration and instruction. As a critical component that is uniquely positioned to deliver great impact, IT must deliver Vision and Leadership. The ultimate challenge is to create, communicate and execute a strategy that outperforms a stalled economy with limited resources in a sometimes awkward and complex relationship with those it serves and whom it reports. We’ll see how IT leaders have transformed themselves and their relationships to accelerate the innovation process and truly change the game for their organizations in business and what lessons could help transform education. Presenter: Jim Stikeleather, Chief Innovation Officer, Dell Services

T2. Say Hello to TIM! Longhorn Essential Skill: Instructional Focus & Professional Development Looking for a powerful tool to help teachers make the shift from Substitution to Redefinition? Want to see exemplar videos of transformative lessons in specific subjects? Dive into the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) from the University of Southern Florida, and learn how Clear Creek is leveraging this tool and taking it to the next level in support of its teachers. Presenter: Kevin Schwartz

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Tuesday, June 17, 2014 ~ continued

2:20 - 3:20 Breakout Sessions I (continued)

T3. Reinventing IT Organizational Structure Stadium Essential Skill: Strategic Planning Leander ISD underwent a process of reinventing the concept of what IT is, and how to create a more efficient organizational structure by combining previously separate Technology, Assessment and Accountability and Library Systems into a comprehensive IT organization. We will share the process that was undertaken, lessons learned, and the benefits this strategy has realized. Presenter: Scott Monroe - Leander ISD

T4. Individualizing the Classroom Technology Experience Bevo Essential Skill: Leadership & Vision Richardson ISD has adopted a new model for rolling out technology to teachers and classrooms. With the principles of the SAMR model as the driving force, learn how technology integration is happening on an as needed basis in the district's classrooms. Presenters: Sandra Hayes, Linda Casey, Robin Gunter - Richardson ISD

T5. Keep Calm and Move Forward with New Technologies Mustang Essential Skill: Strategic Planning Keeping up with fast growth, addressing the Digital Divide, ensuring that all devices can connect via the myKaty cloud, providing information on public and private dashboards while ensuring we are communicating with parents, students, community and staff are: are the items you will take from our session. Presenters: Fran McTigrit, John Alawneh, Kerry Rampelli, Brenda White, Darlene Rankn, Joe Christoffersen, Jamey Hynds - Katy ISD

T6. Reducing Complexity and Increasing Interoperability to Personalize Instruction Capitol Essential Skill: Strategic Planning Houston ISD has joined other large, innovative districts by requiring the adoption of common-cartridge and IMS global standards to integrate digital content into their teaching and learning platform thus enabling the personalization of instruction via the platform’s recommendation engine. Presenter: Beatriz Arnillas, Michael Dorsey - Houston ISD

T7. Hot Topics in Technology – What Keeps You Up at Night? Campus Essential Skill: Policies & Ethics This interactive session is designed to help CTOs address the current hot topics they are facing each day. Crowd source with your colleagues to solve the problems you are facing right now! Presenters: Alice Owen, Frankie Jackson, Sam Farsaii, Steve Young, MaryAnn Beseda

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Tuesday, June 17, 2014 ~ continued

2:20 - 2:50 Sponsor Session

SP1. Gartner - How Can Public K-12 Organizations Plan for Personalized Learning? Big Tex Auditorium Essential Skill: Strategic Planning Enabled by the integration and coordination of many tools and practices at varying stages of the Gartner Education Hype Cycle, (e.g. big data, adaptive learning), “personalized learning” is about providing an individual experience for the student tailored to his or her interests and goals. Personalized learning hype prevailed in K-12 education in 2013. It will continue to gain momentum and maturity through 2014 and beyond. K-12 CIOs and CAOs will meet increasing stakeholder demand to evolve towards a system where all learning is personalized, yet many will struggle with how to get there from an organizational standpoint. This note explores the context of personalized learning for K-12 public school districts, and illustrates the technology and non-technology facets to consider in building a cohesive district plan. Presenter: David Irwin, Managing Partner for Gartner’s K12 Education Practice

3:25 - 3:55 Sponsor Sessions

SP2. Schoolwires Centricity2 – Connecting on a Whole New Level! Big Tex Auditorium Essential Skill: Communication Systems We're excited to show you the latest features from Schoolwires that will take your staff, students, parents and community to places they've only dreamed about. Fresh on the heels of our Spring update, our staff will show you some of the most requested enhancements – and a few surprises too! Whether you're a current Schoolwires client or need to modernize your communication strategy, you'll come away with important information that will delight users of all ages. Presenters: Robert Lopez - Schoolwires, Jeff Harris - Weslaco ISD

SP3. Video Insight - Lowering Video Surveillance Cost & Improving Performance with Centralization Balcones Essential Skill: Information Technology As video surveillance technology becomes indispensable in public safety and law enforcement around the world, the main concern on everyone’s mind is: cost! How can my organization reduce cost of video surveillance, and what is the best implementation for my environment? In this webinar, Video Insight Chief Technical Officer James Whitcomb will discuss leveraging your legacy systems and how to reduce hardware, software and infrastructure cost with Centralization. Topics Covered: • Why centralize video surveillance? • How to reduce capital investment • Leveraging existing infrastructure • Reducing hardware and storage cost • How to maximize number of cameras without losing performance • Video Surveillance across multiple locations • Advantages of mobile / web applications Presenter: James Whitcomb

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Tuesday, June 17, 2014 ~ continued

3:25 - 3:55 Sponsor Sessions (continued)

SP4. Jive Communications - School Safety and Jive Hosted VoIP - an Intruder Scenario Longhorn Essential Skill: Information Technology It's a situation you never want to be in, but once you get there, often there's not much you can do. Jive is changing that with features and integrations that make schools safer, not just in the event of an intruder, but also in a natural or other disaster. Jive and Onetel have formed a partnership for education and are excited to speak on their efforts in this area, including impacts in the classroom, emergency response, and what to expect from a Jive installation. Presenters: Fred Zamora, Andrew Barkoff, Darin Cravin - Jive Communications

SP5. Samsung - Choosing the Right Solution for 1:1 Computing Success Stadium Essential Skill: Information Technology The decision on which device to select for your 1:1 computing program can be a daunting one. Accepting that there is no one-size-fits-all solution, this session will look at several approaches that are proving successful – from Chrome books and tablets to integrated digital classroom solutions – as well as discuss best practices for scaling up to 1:1. Presenter: Diane Ashby, Samsung Enterprise Business Division

SP6. ARC Solutions - Identity and Device Management Bevo Essential Skill: Information Technology ARC and Centrify address many challenges school districts face around Identity and Device Management. Our long history of providing unified identity management products utilizing existing infrastructure (Microsoft Active Directory) allows us to provide Single Sign On for educational applications and websites, Google Docs, Office 365 and also manage Laptops, Macbooks, iPads, and Android Devices. Through the flexibility of our solution we can meet the different demands Students, Faculty, and Staff face allowing portal customization based on user and group policy. Presenters: Britta Butler - ARC, William Greenlee - Centrify

SP7. Tools4Ever - Automating Active Directory User Account Provisioning with Tools4ever and UMRA Mustang Essential Skill: Information Technology Hear how the Tyler Independent School District partnered with Tools4ever to use the UMRA (User Management Resource Administrator) solution to automate the maintenance of Active Directory user accounts and user groups. The solution created uses core business information from TEAMS (an ERP and SIS system) to on-board new users, handle employee and student account changes, e-mail resourcing, and group security membership. Presenters: Kevin Bogue, John Orbaugh - Tyler ISD, Elaine Sonner - Tools4ever

SP8. Presidio- Cyber Security- Don’t be the next TARGET! Capitol Essential Skill: Information Technology K12 Education is not immune to the security threats affecting technology users and organizations today. What do these threats look like and who are the targets? What are the top security trends and how can Education prepare itself to be ready before the attacks take place? Join Presidio Networked Solutions as we discuss security with K12 Education and whether we are prepared. Presenter: Joe Leonard

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Tuesday, June 17, 2014 ~ continued

3:25 - 3:55 Sponsor Sessions (continued)

SP9. Xirrus - Wireless Storm: Navigating ConnectED, 802.11ac, and the Challenge of Campus Connectivity Campus Essential Skill: Information Technology Today, the average school has the same connectivity as the average American home, but serves 200 times as many users; fewer than 20 percent of educators say their school's internet connection meets their teaching needs. Furthermore, Gartner reports that by 2015, 80 percent of newly installed networks will be obsolete. All the while, mobile device usage is exploding on campuses; educational and personal applications are competing for limited bandwidth; 802.11ac is touted as a must-have; and IT administrators' budgets remain flat. For many schools, the requirement to meet the ConnectED initiative, which promises to connect 99 percent of America's students to next-generation broadband and high-speed wireless, is a daunting reality. This session will cover these recent educational and political developments, the technology challenges they have created, and solutions being offered by advances in wireless technology. Presenters will propose a plan for helping the IT leaders of school districts navigate newly presented educational mandates with special focus on the new WLAN standard, 802.11ac. Presenter: Allan Russell

4:00 - 4:30 Sponsor Session

SP10. iBoss- Safe Access to Online Tools & Social Media Big Tex Auditorium Essential Skill: Information Technology In this session we will discuss how educators are missing teachable moments due to the fact they have technology that is not enabling learning. We will cover the top concerns we are seeing with our educational customers such as the obstacles of managing YouTube and Google in the classroom, social media and BYOD programs. In conclusion, we will then speak to how iboss Network Security addresses these issues. Presenter: Mark Ward

4:00 - 5:00 Breakout Sessions II

T8. Accurate Inventories & Audits: A Powerful Tandem Informing the CTO Balcones Essential Skill: Strategic Planning District technology leaders readily recognize the value of using accurate inventory and audit data effectively to facilitate multiple decisions at multiple levels—including classrooms, schools, and district offices. Learn how one district has found that not just knowing the status and location of all technology assets within the district, but also knowing the asset’s life cycle, provides the CTO with critical information that drives annual budget preparation, long-term purchase planning, and ensures an equitable and appropriate distribution of technology district-wide. See how by having the right tools and processes in place, managing technology inventory and conducting regular, valid audits can be a streamlined and efficient process which will provide CTO’s with powerful information to fuel and strengthen their technology landscape and infrastructure. Presenter: Frankie Jackson - CyFair ISD and John Orbaugh - Tyler ISD

T9. Is Your IT Program on Track? How Do You Know? Longhorn Essential Skill: Strategic Planning IT Directors from 3 large Texas districts will share their experiences with benchmarking their IT programs. Metrics involved cover staffing, infrastructure, expenditures, applications and curriculum. Presenters: Mark Gabehart - Round Rock ISD, Steve Young - Judson ISD, Venu Rao - Spring Branch ISD, Rick Imig - Benchmark4Excellence.com

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Tuesday, June 17, 2014 ~ continued

4:00 - 5:00 Breakout Session II

T10. Internet Attack Mitigation: A Tale of Two Districts Stadium Essential Skill: Strategic Planning What do you do when your Internet pipe is flooded, and your help desk is besieged with angry callers? And what happens when the attacks go on for several weeks? That is the experience of two districts, Plano and Spring. This session will address what tools each district used to mitigate the effects of the attacks, and the work performed to prevent future attacks. Presenter: MaryAnn Beseda - Spring ISD, Dan Armstrong - Plano ISD

T11. Digital Citizenship for 21st Century Learners Bevo Essential Skill: Strategic Planning In the 21st century we recognize it is our moral obligation to prepare our students to live safely and successfully in a connected culture. Lewisville ISD will share how we are implementing a district wide approach to good digital citizenship. Presenter: Barbara Brown - Lewisville ISD

T12. 1:1 Grades 3-12 with Chromebooks - Implementing to Deploying Mustang Essential Skill: Information Technology New Caney ISD has taken "Going Google" to the next step by not only moving to Gmail as their primary email system for faculty/students, but now preparing to deploy 10,000+ Chromebooks for a 1:1 grades 3rd - 12th and 900+ Nexus tablets PK - 2nd. Listen to how quickly the district went from having no wireless to having a 1:1, why we decided on Chromebooks, and some of the challenges we are seeing down the road. Presenter: Dustin Hardin - New Caney ISD

T13. The Australian Connection Capitol (this session will be done through Skype) Essential Skill: Leadership & Vision In this presentation Matt and Cameron will speak about Lowanna's and Warragul Regional Colleges 1:1 Laptop programs, where they started, the partners that continue to help them on the journey and the considerations that need to be made in order to establish a viable and financially sustainable 1:1 program. It will also explore the outcomes and feedback received from students/teachers and the school community in relation to collaboration, community, communication, and innovation. The presentation will also be about how the Victorian Education system functions with the use of ICT In the classroom and what technologies are used to facilitate it. Presenter: Matt Robinson - ICT Manager at Lowanna College, Cameron Nicholls - Asst. Principal Warragul Regional College, Australia - Victoria Moderator: Lewis Wynn

T14. Impact of Educational Tools on Students' Digital Footprint Balcones Essential Skill: Data Management Exploring how educational tools mine user data and how school districts can respond to increase student, parent and teacher awareness and protect anonymity without renouncing academic benefits in an evolving digital world. Presenters: Patrick Porter, Beatriz Arnillas - Houston ISD

5:00 - 6:00 Reception and Exhibits Atrium

Agenda

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

7:30 - 8:15 Continental Breakfast/Exhibits Atrium

8:15 - 9:30 Welcome and Speaker Panel Big Tex Auditorium As schools adopt digital content and provide access for anywhere, anytime learning, providing connectivity for all students and staff becomes an issue that must be addressed. Join the panel of experts in mobile broadband as they discuss issues such as funding, implementation, security and the benefits of providing broadband access beyond the school walls. Moderator: Denise Atkinson-Shorey, e-Luminosity and CoSN Panelists: Polly Gifford, EPS, Inc.; Don Shirley, Connected Texas; Katherine Messier, Mobile Beacon; Michael Flood, Kajeet; George Kanuck, Macheen

9:30 - 10:00 State of the Organization Big Tex Auditorium Installation of Officers: Kevin Schwartz, Chair Karen Fuller, Chair-Elect Frankie Jackson, Past Chair Jeff Harris, Secretary Victor Valdez, Treasurer

10:05 - 10:35 Exhibits Atrium

10:40 - 11:10 Sponsor Sessions

SP11. DELL - What Keeps Education CTOs Up at Night? And What is Helping Them Sleep Soundly? Big Tex Auditorium Essential Skill: Information Technology Learn about leading school district CIO/CTO about the key issues shaping the use of technology in the classroom and its impact on learning. Learn key trends—allowing students to own their learning inside the classroom at home, and more—that are driving the need for broadband and wireless in education. The session will be of interest to CIO/CTO practitioners, policy makers, as well as entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions for pressing needs. Key discussions points will include: leadership, staffing and collaboration, funding, platform selection and procurement process, deployment schedule, monitoring internet access, equipment, infrastructure, community involvement, marketing, professional development and evaluation. Presenter: Jon Phillips, Dell Managing Director Worldwide Education

SP12. Mitel - Mitel Powers the Business of Education Balcones Essential Skill: Communication Systems Mitel offers school districts "MiCloud for Education." This powerful hosted Voice over IP and Unified Communications platform is Priority 1 E-Rate eligible. School districts of all sizes are now considering the benefits of hosted. Portage Township Schools states, "This solution eliminates the need for constant and costly infrastructure repairs and upgrades of the legacy system, and at the same time qualifies for significant government funding that saves even more." With an installed base of more than 260,000 cloud users, Mitel's unique three-pronged cloud strategy delivers comprehensive and uniform support for public, private and hybrid cloud models through a single software stream. Presenters: Jennifer Hicks, Mitel Strategic Education Lead for the South Central Region Peter Cosme, Mitel Strategic Education Lead for the North Central Region

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Wednesday, June 18, 2014 ~ continued

10:40 - 11:10 Sponsor Sessions (continued)

SP13. CDW-G - Ed Tech in Action: Challenges and Real Solutions for K-12 Longhorn Essential Skill: Information Technology Districts face a multitude of challenges today – a changing learning landscape, budget constraints, and breaking down district silos, just to name a few. CDW-G, a leading IT solutions provider, will lead a discussion on how educational technology can be a catalyst for change, providing district leadership with the critical support they need to be successful from the classroom to the data center to the administrative office. CDW-G will guide the discussion with best practices from districts around the country that have overcome these challenges and are leading their students, teachers, and communities to success. Presenters: Chad A. Stevens, Ph.D., K-12 Strategist

SP14. Lightspeed Systems- Safe, Mobile, Collaborative: Making Mobile Learning Work Stadium Essential Skill: Information Technology Learning isn't about a book or a device or an assignment. It's about connections: connecting students and teachers and parents; connecting devices; connecting ideas and content; and connecting safely to internet resources or district content. Mobile Learning Essentials combines a content filter, LMS (My Big Campus) and MDM so you can do it all -- easily, safely, and effectively. Come see the solution, hear real-world stories and tips for successful mobile learning in your school, and have your questions answered. Presenter: Scott Meeks

SP15. Identity Automation- Leveraging Identity and Access Management Bevo Essential Skill: Information Technology Leveraging Identity and Access Management for complete Identity Lifecycle Management for on-premise and cloud based systems significantly improves user experience and allows for easy management of student, staff, teacher and parent accounts. Presenter: Timothy Till

SP16. Juniper Networks- Secure Networks in the Age of Digital Learning Mustang Essential Skill: Information Technology Digital learning offers the promise of enabling the enhancement of student engagement and improvement of student outcomes. Turning digital learning into reality requires school district networks that are up to the task. Districts networks are no longer a matter for convenience or supporting administrative duties or operating under best efforts. With an increasingly digital learning model, school district networks are now mission critical and protection against security related network vulnerabilities are more important than ever. This session will:  Review the network security threats that are impacting school districts today and tomorrow  Explain why digital learning will require school districts to take a holistic approach to network security  Discuss what steps to take to start future‐proofing and secure school district networks in the age of digital learning. Presenter: Gavin Lee - Juniper Networks

SP18. Google - Redefining the Classroom Using Google Apps Campus Essential Skill: Instructional Focus & Professional Development Explore how Google Apps and Chromebooks are changing the face of traditional instruction through more than substitution. Presenter: Jessica Powell, Conroe ISD Kevin Hodges, Google

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Wednesday, June 18, 2014 ~ continued

11:15 - 11:45 Sponsor Session SP19. Microsoft- Protecting Student Data Privacy Big Tex Auditorium Essential Skill: Ethics & Policies Allyson Knox, Director, Education Policy & Programs at Microsoft, will offer how the company prioritizes student data privacy and infuses safety protocols within its technology for schools and education applications. A representative from the Houston Independent School District, who had a choice to make earlier this year on a technology vendor service, will discuss their work on privacy and security and share thoughts on their decision-making when it came to choosing a provider. They will also touch on the CoSN student privacy guide, adopted at the annual conference this spring, which is an in-depth, step-by-step privacy guide to help school system leaders navigate the complex federal laws and related issues. Presenter: Allyson Knox, Director Education Policy & Programs

11:15 - 12:15 Breakout Sessions III

W15. The Big Hairy Problem of Tech in Ed: US! Balcones Essential Skill: Leadership & Vision Explore the “Big, Hairy Problem” of ubiquity and access gaps in K-12. But they are dwarfed by “The Bigger, Even More Hairy Problem” of human capacity. Otherwise known as “us.” Learn about CoSN’s new key leadership resources to enable you to succeed. Presenter: Keith Krueger, COSN

W16. Blended Learning - High Availability Tools for Collaboration Longhorn Essential Skill: Information Technology This session will look at how new technology trends are breaking down the traditional silos of distance learning and allowing any to any access. The session will focus on discussion and how leadership can enable current investments to enable all students and educators to collaborate on new interactive levels. We will also discuss new application such as community involvement and healthcare at schools. Presenter: Eric Dodd, Pexip

W17. Legislative Update Stadium Essential Skill: Ethics & Policies Come hear about the latest items on the Texas CTO Council’s legislative agenda. Presenters: Karen Fuller - Klein ISD, John Orbaugh - Tyler ISD

W18. Reinventing IT Organizational Structure (repeat of T3) Bevo Essential Skill: Strategic Planning Leander ISD underwent a process of reinventing the concept of what IT is, and how an create a more efficient organizational structure by combining previously separate Technology, Assessment and Accountability and Library Systems into a comprehensive IT organization. We will share the process that was undertaken, lessons learned, and the benefits this strategy has realized. Presenter: Scott Monroe, Leander ISD

W19. Internet Attack Mitigation: A Tale of Two Districts (repeat of T10) Mustang Essential Skill: Information Technology What do you do when your Internet pipe is flooded, and your help desk is besieged with angry callers? And what happens when the attacks go on for several weeks? That is the experience of two districts, Plano and Spring. This session will address what tools each district used to mitigate the effects of the attacks, and the work performed to prevent future attacks. Presenter: MaryAnn Beseda - Spring ISD, Dan Armstrong - Plano ISD

Agenda

Wednesday, June 18, 2014 ~ continued

11:15 - 12:15 Breakout Sessions III (continued)

W20. Digital Citizenship for 21st Century Learners (repeat of T11) Capitol Essential Skill: Strategic Planning In the 21st century we recognize it is our moral obligation to prepare our students to live safely and successfully in a connected culture. Lewisville ISD will share how we are implementing a district wide approach to good digital citizenship. Presenter: Barbara Brown - Lewisville ISD

W21. CTO Boot Camp Campus Essential Skill: Leadership & Vision This session is designed for new and aspiring CTOs to help them with strategies and skills for becoming a chief technology officer. Current CTOs can also benefit from this session! Presenter: Kevin Schwartz - Clear Creek ISD and Frankie Jackson - CyFair ISD

12:15 - 1:30 Box Lunch and Exhibits Atrium

1:30 - 2:30 Breakout Session IV

W22. Designing and Implementing a 1:1 Program Review Longhorn Essential Skill: Strategic Planning Deploying devices is one step in implementing a successful technology integration model, but following up with good evaluation is a must. Learn how Lewisville ISD implemented the 1:X Learning model and designed a detailed program review that balanced quantitative results and qualitative understandings of the pace and success of the project. Presenter: Barbara Brown, Jerram Froese - Lewisville ISD

W23. Say Hello to TIM! (repeat of T2) Stadium Essential Skill: Instructional Focus & Professional Development Looking for a powerful tool to help teachers make the shift from Substitution to Redefinition? Want to see exemplar videos of transformative lessons in specific subjects? Dive into the Technology Integration Matrix (TIM) from the University of Southern Florida, and learn how Clear Creek is leveraging this tool and taking it to the next level in support of its teachers. Presenter: Kevin Schwartz - Clear Creek ISD

W24. Accurate Inventories & Audits: A Powerful Tandem Informing the CTO (repeat of T8) Bevo Essential Skill: Strategic Planning District technology leaders readily recognize the value of using accurate inventory and audit data effectively to facilitate multiple decisions at multiple levels—including classrooms, schools, and district offices. Learn how one district has found that not just knowing the status and location of all technology assets within the district, but also knowing the asset’s life cycle, provides the CTO with critical information that drives annual budget preparation, long-term purchase planning, and ensures an equitable and appropriate distribution of technology district-wide. See how by having the right tools and processes in place, managing technology inventory and conducting regular, valid audits can be a streamlined and efficient process which will provide CTO’s with powerful information to fuel and strengthen their technology landscape and infrastructure. Presenter: Frankie Jackson - CyFair ISD and John Orbaugh - Tyler ISD

Agenda

Wednesday, June 18, 2014 ~ continued

1:30 - 2:30 Breakout Session IV (continued)

W25. Keep Calm and Move Forward with New Technologies (repeat of T5) Mustang Essential Skill: Strategic Planning Keeping up with fast growth, addressing the Digital Divide, ensuring that all devices can connect via the myKaty cloud, providing information on public and private dashboards while ensuring we are communicating with parents, students, community and staff: these are the items you will take from our session. Presenter: Fran McTigrit, John Alawneh, Kerry Rampelli, Brenda White, Darlene Rankin, Joe Christoffersen, Jamey Hynds - Katy ISD

W26. Promoting the Vision of 21st Century Learners Capitol Essential Skill: Stakeholder Focus Weslaco ISD will describe the process they went through during the past two years to develop a new District Vision and then gain buy-in from not only District Staff, but also students, parents, local businesses, and the community. Activities included:  Push cards and logos  Development of 3 vision video productions  Implementation of an annual convocation  Development of School/Business partnerships  Town Hall meetings  Sending Weslaco students into space  And more....

Presenter: Jeff Harris - Weslaco ISD, Steve Valdez - KWES Station Manager

W27. Network Security and Homeland Security Applied Campus Essential Skill: Communication Systems This is a follow up session sharing our experiences working on infrastructure/network security using resources from the Department Homeland Security. Presenter: Jim Schul - Harris County Dept. of Ed

W28. Project Share – Sharing Online Resources in 2014 and Beyond Big Tex Auditorium Essential Skill: Information Technology This session provides an update on Project Share. Topics will include a review of what has been learned over the project’s first five years, an update on the single sign-on project, an overview of online resources available at no cost to Texas public school districts, and a discussion of content sharing strategies for the 2014-15 school year and beyond. Presenter: Kerry Ballast - TEA, and others

3:00 - 5:00 CETL Exam Balcones Pre-registration required. For more information on how you can take the CETL Exam, email [email protected].

CoSN Membership

Membership CoSN membership opens up a world of learning, connecting, and growing opportunities for education technology leaders. When you wear a lot of hats, your need for resources is as diverse as the roles you play. CoSN members receive immediate access to a wide range of valuable benefits and more. CoSN’s membership structure is unique because all leaders in the school district are added to the membership record at no additional cost. Empowering the entire school district team allows educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments and create a community for collaboration and discussion.

Institutional Membership School districts, educational service agencies, charter or private schools, state departments of education, colleges and universities, or other associations can join CoSN as an institution.

Corporate Membership CoSN's corporate membership increases the visibility of a company's products and services with K-12 education technology leaders who are responsible for district technology buying decisions.

Individual Membership Individuals with an interest in educational technology issues, such as recent retirees, graduate students, or ed tech consultants can also become members. This membership category is not available to those who are currently working for school districts, educational service agencies, charter or private schools, state departments of education, or other businesses. If you fall into this category, you must join CoSN as an Institutional or Corporate member.

Benefits At-a-Glance CoSN membership offers a variety of benefits, including members-only information on the latest developments in education technology. Some of the benefits include:  Bi-weekly CoSN Member Bulletin  Four exclusive reports on emerging technologies per year  Six free webinars about a variety of education technology topics  Complimentary CTO training at a regional clinic in your area  12 educator-focused, solutions-based projects designed to help education technology leaders address their key challenges  Free CoSN Thought Leadership series, including white papers and forum summaries  Special rates for CTO certification preparation  Discounts to attend the annual conference and other events, which include peer-to-peer networking opportunities

Visit cosn.org/membership to join today!

Exhibits Map

1. Layer 3 12. Mobile Beacon 27. SHI Government 2. Lightspeed- 13. Absolute Software Solutions Technologies 14. Tools4ever 28. Neverware 3. Unite Private 15. Jive Communications 29. Solid IT Networks 16. Juniper Networks 30. Palo Alto Networks 4. Hayes Software 17. ARC Solutions 31. Ipswitch 5. DecisionEd Group 18. Mitel 32. CDW.G 6. iSphere 19. Samsung 33. LightSpeed Systems 7. Directron.com / Prime 20. Xirrus 34. Identity Automation Systems 21. Iboss Network Security 35. DELL 8. Prologic Technology 22. Video Insights 36. Microsoft Systems 23. Presidio 37. Google 9. Delcom Group 24. Schoolwires 38. EST Group 10. Solid Border 25. GovConnection 39. Lenovo 11. Airwatch 26. DocuNav Solutions 40. Kajeet 19

Sponsors Tier 1 ARC provides a full range of solutions, services and staffing to solve our customers’ IT needs. ARC uses a consultative approach to understand our client’s objectives, issues and goals; and then continues to be a partner by providing project management assistance after the sale.

Since 1984, ARC has been the technology partner of choice to arc-is.com government, education and private entities. Our customer service is unmatched in the industry and has earned ARC numerous awards from clients, manufacturers and partners in the IT industry. For more information, visit www.arc-is.com.

CDW-G, the public sector subsidiary of CDW, is a leading provider of technology solutions to K-12 schools. Dedicated account managers help customers choose the right technology products and services to meet their needs. The company’s solution architects offer expertise designing customized solutions, while our advanced technology engineers assist customers with the implementation and long-term management of those solutions. Areas of focus include software, network communications, notebooks/mobile devices, data storage, video monitors, desktops CDWG.com and printers and solutions such as virtualization, collaboration, security, mobility, data center optimization and cloud computing. For information call 800.808.4239 or visit CDWG.com.

Dell Inc. is committed to helping students develop the knowledge and skills they need to learn and succeed in an increasingly digital world and a globally competitive workforce. As a top provider of technology and services to schools, Dell listens to and works with students, educators, administrators, parents and community members around the world to deliver innovative technology and services that give them the power to do more in and out of the classroom. Learn more about Dell in Education at www.dell.com. Follow us on Twitter @DellEDU. dell.com

CIOs in educational institutions are under tremendous pressure to provide greater access, increased security and improved services. Gartner offers practical research and advice on the strategic alignment, management, applications and infrastructure required to meet these expectations in both higher education and K-12 gartner.com education.

Sponsors Tier 1

Education is at the core of Google's mission to "organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful." Google for Education provides open technologies to improve google.com/edu/ learning for anyone, anywhere. Work, share, and learn together gogoogle with affordable devices and familiar platforms - for schools, universities, or entire countries. Solutions include Google Apps for Education, Chromebooks, tablets with Google Play for Education, and a wide range of content including apps, books, and videos for learning. Learn more at google.com/edu/gogoogle.

iboss Network Security engineers highly scalable Web security solutions providing layer 7 defense across HTTP, SSL, threat and applications securing mobile devices on or off network. iboss enables organizations to safely adopt social media, SaaS, and mobile devices while expanding access to technology. By incorporating unmatched network traffic visibility, organizations are able to identify high-risk user behavior and the Shadow IT to iboss.com create more actionable policies. Visit www.iboss.com.

Identity Automation has a single goal in mind: “To be the most trusted brand for identity, data and access management solutions.” To achieve this goal, we develop the highest quality software and maintain a staff of highly trained and experienced developers, consultants and engineers with a unique focus on K12 IAM needs for school districts of all sizes and for districts across the country. Along with this technical expertise, we also Identityautomation.com differentiate ourselves with best in class customer service.

We also firmly believe in giving back and have been giving to scholarship programs for over eight years to support the same kids we serve with our software products so we can help to ensure that they can have a bright and successful future.

Jive Communications provides enterprise-grade Hosted VoIP and Unified Communications to businesses and institutions. Jive is rapidly becoming the standard for business communications worldwide.

Jive’s hosted services run on Jive Cloud, a proprietary, cloud- based platform. The Jive Cloud architecture has been purpose- built to deliver the most reliable, powerful, and economical hosted communication services available to the enterprise market. Jive.com

Sponsors Tier 1

Juniper Networks delivers innovation across routing, switching and security. From the network core down to consumer devices, Juniper Networks' innovations in software, silicon and systems transform the experience and economics of networking. Our network-enabled solutions for K-12 Education dramatically increases learning flexibility and productivity while raising network juniper.net performance, availability and security that underpin digital learning, critical online assessments and administrative functions. Additional information can be found at www.juniper.net.

Layer 3 Communications, LLC. is a professional services organization and network systems integrator specializing in the design, implementation and support of local and wide area networks for data, voice and video applications. layer3com.com

With a filter about access, an LMS about collaboration and an MDM that's made for schools, Lightspeed Systems is redefining the education revolution by creating safe, mobile, collaborative learning environments.

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Microsoft is working to bring the benefits of technology and technology skills to all. We share the ultimate aim of all stakeholders: to use technology to help improve education and learning, create opportunity, and raise living standards for people around the world. Our commitment therefore, is to the success of each educator and learner. Our mission is to help learners and microsoft.com/education educators throughout the world realize their full potential. That is why Microsoft partners with education communities around the world to deliver a relevant and effective scalable set of technologies, services and programs that focus the contributions of many on improved learning outcomes for the individual.

Sponsors Tier 1

Mitel® (Nasdaq:MITL) is a global leader in voice and unified communications, easily connecting teachers, administrators, students, and employees anywhere, any time and over any device. Mitel offers our customers maximum choice with one of the industry’s broadest portfolios and the best path to the cloud. Mitel.com With more than US$1 billion in combined annual revenue and 60 million customers worldwide, Mitel is a clear market leader in business communications.

The convergence of IT has changed the way students learn. Educational institutions need to respond quickly increasing demands from students and faculty, while coping with fixed or declining budgets and staff. Maintaining safe buildings and grounds while keeping the network secure is critical for today's Presidio.com school districts. Presidio leverages technology within K-12 and creates dramatically improved communication and delivery of content, streamlined operations, and reduced costs. Our strategic partnerships enable Presidio to provide flexible and scalable solution offerings. Our expert experience in E-rate and education- based technology ensures that we will bring the unique expertise and resources you need to design, build, and manage your IT solution. Presidio creates next generation educational environments that facilitate anytime, anywhere learning, instruction, and administration.

Samsung is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that empower teachers and engage students, allowing them to better collaborate and problem solve so they can embrace the samsung.com/education opportunities of tomorrow. Samsung’s technology portfolio for school districts includes Samsung Chromebooks, GALAXY tablets, interactive whiteboards, printing solutions, LED monitor, zero- clients and digital signage. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com/education, call 1-866-SAM-4BIZ, or follow Samsung EBD via Twitter: @SamsungBizUSA

Schoolwires provides integrated website and content management systems and a mobile communication app in an enterprise technology platform to K-12 districts and schools in the United States. Our technologies are designed to foster student, teacher and parent engagement. Our solutions are designed to schoolwires.com connect K-12 communities with the information, services and people they need to achieve their goals. Learn more at www.schoolwires.com.

Sponsors Tier 1

A global market leader in Identity & Access Management, Tools4ever supplies a variety of software products and integrated consultancy services involving Identity Management such as User Provisioning, Password Management, Single Sign On (SSO), Self‐ tools4ever.com Service and Workflow Management. Tools4ever mission is to offer pragmatic and affordable Identity & Access Management solutions.

Video Insight is a leading IP video surveillance management software used by over 25,000 customers in the financial, government, retail, and transportation sectors with a very strong presence in the education market consisting of 4,500 K-12 school/ college customers. Video Insight is the easiest and most cost- effective enterprise VMS with support for over 2,500 camera video-insight.com models and integration with the top access control solutions in the market.

Xirrus is the leading provider of high-performance wireless networks. Xirrus solutions perform under the most demanding circumstances, offering consistent "wired-like" performance with superior coverage and security. The Xirrus suite of WI-FI optimized solutions -- Arrays, access points, cloud services, and wired switches -- provide seamless connectivity and unified Xirrus.com management across the network. Xirrus provides a vital strategic business and IT infrastructure advantage to industries that depend on wireless to operate business-critical applications. With tens of thousands of customer solutions deployed globally, Xirrus maintains operations and partnerships across the globe. For more information please email us at [email protected] or visit www.xirrus.com

Sponsors Tier 2 Absolute Software Corporation is the industry standard in persistent endpoint security and management solutions for computers, laptops, and ultra-portable devices—and the data they contain. Absolute Software has been the leader in device security and management for 20 years

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AirWatch is the leader in enterprise-grade mobility management and security solutions designed to simplify mobility. From deployment through support, our highly scalable solution provides an integrated, real-time view of an entire fleet of corporate, employee and student-owned Apple iOS, Android, Windows, BlackBerry and Symbian devices. As the largest MDM provider with over 1,600 employees, 450 focused on R&D, AirWatch offers the most comprehensive mobility management solution providing: mobile security, device air-watch.com management, application management including integration with the Apple Volume Purchase Program (VPP), secure content management, and advanced mobile integration. AirWatch is the education industry’s single source for mobility management.

At DecisionEd we do just one thing and do it well. Our data warehouse solution is built specifically for the needs of educators, consolidating all measurable data into clear, actionable information. This critical integration yields comprehensive and data-driven results. It is designed to harvest data from multiple sources, providing a robust data model to leverage. Compliance is built into every aspect of the solution, allowing users to see Decisioned.com only the information for which he/she is authorized. This platform provides over 600 prebuilt reports, making it quick to implement and exceptionally easy to use. For more information, visit DecisionEd.com.

Delcom Group is a pioneering full-service technology integration company serving large-scale institutions through the TOLA region. We craft innovative and sensible IT solutions and manage their deployment and lifecycle – putting all of the pieces together so people can use devices, not worry about them.

Delcomgroup.com Our comprehensive expertise allows us to work collectively toward a custom solution that best fits your needs. We aren’t just experts on one product line; we know all of them. As your trusted advisor, Delcom partners with you from consultation to procurement to deployment, through installation, professional development, warranty service, salvage, and recycling – and any steps in between.

Sponsors Tier 2

Prime Systems offers high-quality, low-cost, and full-service on desktops, laptops, servers, printers, peripherals, and other IT products and services. • Five-year next-business-day warranty on all of our products • Customized desktop computers specially designed for your applications • Lenovo/IBM ThinkPad laptops, notebooks, and tablets • HP printers and imaging products

Established in 1985, Prime Systems is one of the largest and most Directron.com experienced system integrators in the greater Houston area.

Schools and districts today are challenged with overwhelming mandates to efficiently manage and share their information. DocuNav Solution’s scalable, easy-to-use Laserfiche software solutions balance control with flexibility enabling district-wide information access and streamlined business processes. Whether deployed at a campus or district-wide, DocuNav Solutions records . docunavsolutions com management and e-forms software will allow you to secure records, increase staff efficiency, and ease challenges of storing, retrieving, and sharing records.

EST Group is an IT solutions company, with a strong focus in providing integration and consulting services tailored around automating, managing, and securing your organization’s IT environment. Our goal is for our clients to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity. We strive to provide the best experience our clients, partners, and employees have ever had with a consulting company. est-grp.com

GovConnection can help you seamlessly integrate all the latest technology into your K–12 classrooms and schools to create productive learning experiences for all students. We can also help you become comfortable and familiar with these new technologies. Exceed your potential – whether you’ve been in the classroom for two years or twenty-five. Advance your students’ GovConnection.com learning with 21st century classroom technology!

Sponsors Tier 2

Hayes Software Systems, incorporated in 1990, specializes in inventory automation solutions and consulting services to support K-12 instructional technology and asset management. Hayes has been selected as a trusted partner by over 5,500 schools across 37 states, including 25 of the top 100 largest districts in the hayessoft.com country. Our TIPWeb-IT software encompass functionality to manage any asset the district purchases across buildings, classrooms, and assignments to staff and students. The high level management and accountability results in increased efficiencies, time and cost savings, and powerful reporting.

Ipswitch helps solve complex IT problems with simple solutions. The company’s software is trusted by millions of people worldwide to transfer files between systems, business partners and customers; and to monitor networks, applications and servers. Ipswitch was founded in 1991 and is based in Lexington, Massachusetts with offices throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia. ipswitch.com For more information, visit www.ipswitch.com.

Founded in 2000, iSphere is a Texas-based IT services firm specializing in the education sector. From the management of RFP processes, and development of custom applications to design of workforce management solutions, iSphere's team has extensive knowledge of the intricacies of academia. With proven experience delivering results to school districts of all sizes, including 30 of Texas' largest districts, and numerous state iSphere.net education agencies across the country, iSphere is known for an unflagging work ethic, passion for excellent service, and industry and technology expertise. iSphere’s skilled consultants are experts at turning business and technology needs into smart, profit-building IT solutions.

Since our founding in 2003, Kajeet® has been focused on providing technology solutions for kids and everyone who cares about them. In addition to our core consumer offering (smartphones for kids) Kajeet recently introduced SmartSpot™, a portable Wi-Fi hotspot that helps schools close the digital divide. Kajeet.com SmartSpot™ provides safe, filtered Internet access, an easy-to- use management interface, and a simple pricing plan designed to fit the tight budgets of schools. This affordable solution for schools provides all students with the ability to complete their online assignments and continue learning outside the classroom.

Sponsors Tier 2

As the #1 personal computer company in education, Lenovo has enabled learning to come alive for millions of students and teachers worldwide. These successes are the result of a commitment to empowering transformative learning environments which improve learning outcomes and operational efficiencies. However, Lenovo is not only a supplier of technology tools for schools. Lenovo leverages its experience and partnerships to lenovo.com/education create unique solutions which meet the needs of the diverse educational community. For more information please go to www.lenovo.com/education or call 1.855.253.6686. Lightspeed is the trusted provider in classroom audio solutions. Our all new FLEXCAT revolutionizes small group instruction. Now it is possible for teachers to be two, three, or even six places at lightspeed-tek.com once in the classroom. Teachers can monitor individual small groups, quickly redirect off-task behaviors, and encourage student collaboration.

Mobile Beacon is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the second largest national Educational Broadband Service (EBS) provider in the US. We’re committed to making affordable broadband access available to educators through unlimited 4G data plans for just $10/month. We help schools: • Provide out-of-school access to students who do not have Internet access at home. Mobilebeacon.org • Create a low-cost, back-up Internet source. • Supplement an existing Internet connection to help meet the broadband demands of the Common Core State Standards Initiative. • Provide mobile access to teachers on field trips and IT administrators who need wireless connectivity as they visit sites throughout the district.

Neverware offers software that revives PC computers up to 10 years old through cost-effective, managed service virtualization specific to the K-12 industry. As a cost-effective virtualization system, Neverware helps IT teams manage budgets and forever eliminate the high costs for new hardware purchases while stretching previous investments in machines that have become old, slow, or obsolete. The software includes a centralized management platform that saves administrators time in managing a fleet of machines; also included is complete and on-going technical support from an expert in-house team. Neverware has Neverware.com been approved to deliver Common Core digital tests.

Sponsors Tier 2

Palo Alto Networksis leading a new era in cybersecurity by protecting thousands of enterprise, government, and service provider networks from cyber threats. Because of our deep expertise, commitment to innovation and game-changing next- generation security platform, more than 13,500 customers have chosen us. Unlike legacy systems,our platform natively brings together all key network security functions, including firewall, URL filtering, IDS/IPS, and advanced threat protection, to safely paloaltonetworks.com enable the use of all applications critical to running a business, support new technology initiatives like cloud and mobility, and protect organizations from cyber attacks – known and unknown.

For over 20 years, Prologic has been known for providing school districts with superior service and support. We’ve seen the shortcomings of legacy systems in meeting the increasing needs and demands of school districts, and this inspired us to develop an industry-intelligent solution. Launched in 2005, TEAMS is the most extensive administrative solution ever offered to the K-12 industry. When the TEAMS Student and TEAMS Business Management applications are used together, districts have the Power of One. ptsteams.com Allowing districts to leverage their data and technology within the core TEAMS infrastructure to meet the needs for more efficiency and better data. SHI has transformed itself from a $1 million "software-only" regional reseller into a $3 billion+ global provider of information technology products and services. From software and hardware procurement to deployment planning, configuration, data center optimization, IT asset management and cloud computing, SHI offers custom IT solutions for every aspect of your environment. Privately-held and under the guidance of our current ownership since 1989, SHI has experienced tremendous growth in size and texas.gs.shidirect.com scope through neither merger nor acquisition. Our organic growth and two decades of stability are a direct result of backing a highly -skilled and tenured sales force with software volume licensing experts, hardware procurement specialists and certified IT services professionals. With more than 20 statewide contracts and a growing team to support our State of Texas customers, SHI is a reliable and committed IT products and services vendor.

Sponsors Tier 2

Radware is a leader in application delivery and application security solutions for virtual and cloud data centers. Their portfolio includes load balancers, link balancers, web application firewalls, DDoS prevention services, and network behavioral analysis appliances. www.radware.com/ radware.com Since 2002, Solid Border, a HUB & DIR vendor, has been offering efficient & reliable network security products hand-picked by our solidborder.com engineers to make life easier. Stay in control of your network with straightforward products you can manage yourself. www.solidborder.com

Solid IT Networks is a Texas corporation founded in 2001 that delivers and supports secure technology solutions. Solid IT Networks is primarily focused on enterprise class educational, business, and governmental entities that have an increasing need for secure, mission critical networking solutions and services. By consciously controlling our growth, Solid IT Networks is able to continue our tradition of putting the customer first with a consultative, 'hands-on' approach to dealing with today's SolidIT.com increasingly complex networking challenges.

About Unite Private Networks: Unite Private Networks (UPN) provides high-bandwidth, fiber-based communications networks and services to schools, governments, carriers, data centers, hospitals, and enterprise business customers across a 20 state service area. Service offerings include dark and lit fiber, private line, optical Ethernet, Internet access, data center services, and other customized solutions. Headquartered in Kansas City, MO, UPN has been providing customer focused communications solutions since 1998. For more information, visit uniteprivatenetworks.com www.uniteprivatenetworks.com.

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30 CoSN’s Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL)tm Certification Program For K-12 education technology leaders, earning the CETL certification will demonstrate to your staff, superintendent, and other stakeholders that you have mastered the knowledge and skills needed to define the vision for and successfully build 21st century learning environments in your school district.

Why Was the Certification Program Created? While technology has had a transformative impact on our society, the influence of technology to improve and innovate learning in our nation’s schools has not kept up. CTOs must understand the educational environment, know how technology enhances the student’s educational experience, and play an active role in the school district’s long-term strategic and operational goals.

To identify the knowledge and skills needed by education technology leaders, CoSN developed the Framework of Essential Skills of the K-12 CTO. The CETL exam tests existing and aspiring education technology leaders on their mastery of the knowledge and skills outlined in the Framework.

Who Developed the Certification Program? CoSN’s CETL certification program was created by and for education technology leaders with guidance from certification professionals. This ensures that the program is a valid reflection of today’s CTO profession. The program is managed by the Certification Governance Committee (CGC), which is a volunteer group of subject matter experts with a combined total of more than 160 years of experience in the education technology field.

What’s On the CETL Exam? The CETL certification exam is based on The Framework of Essential Skills of the K-12 CTO which is divided into three primary areas: Leadership & Vision | Understanding the Educational Environment | Managing Technology & Support Resources Visit cosn.org/framework to download the entire Framework. How is the Exam Structured? There are two parts to the exam:  Part I is a multiple-choice exam administered via Internet-Based Testing (IBT). Part I is administered at proctored test sites throughout the country.  Part II of the exam is essay based also uses the IBT system; however, this part of the exam is not proctored and may be completed using your own computer. Candidates will have seven days to submit their essays. Those who pass Part I will be eligible to take Part II. Those who pass both parts of the exam earn the CETL designation.

Do CETLs see value in certification? In a 2013 survey by CoSN of CETL certificants, almost all – 96 percent – of CETLs expect to recertify, and 94 percent would recommend certification to colleagues within the K-12 industry.

For generations, education has been the springboard to opportunity in America. But today, times have changed—our schools need to change with them. We live in a globally connected world. To thrive, our students need learning experiences that meet them where they are, engage them deeply, let them progress at a pace that meets their individual needs, and helps them master the skills for today and tomorrow. In support the development of education technology leaders enabling the growth of personalized learning models in public school districts, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation awarded a grant to CoSN for the Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL)™ program aimed at developing and sustaining these professionals.

HP understands and appreciates the needs and challenges of the educational arena. With its longstanding commitment to education and a demonstrated ability to consistently deliver high quality, affordable, technology products, services and solutions, HP is uniquely qualified to help transform schools and institutions into a 21st Century learning environment.

CoSN | 1025 Vermont Ave., Suite 1010, NW Washington, DC 20005 | 202-470-2780 | CoSN.org/Certification

CoSN’s New Online Collaborative Learning Site CoSN’s new online collaborative space currently offers materials designed to prepare a practicing or aspiring education technology leader for CoSN’s Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL)™ exam. The 11-module online collaborative material takes an in-depth look at each of the 10 skill areas identified in the Framework of Essential Skills of the K-12 CTO While there is no resource that will “teach to the exam,” CoSN’s CETL exam preparation modules are an essential tool for anyone preparing for the exam. Visit CoSN’s Knowledge Center (CoSN.org/KnowledgeCenter) to purchase your subscription and view other valuable resources created by and for education technology professionals. Special pricing is available to CoSN members.

INTRODUCTORY OFFER Sign up for CoSN’s online exam preparation and receive a 10% discount. Use the discount code INTRO-OFFER when purchasing. Valid through July 12, 2014. For single license purchase only. May not be used with other offers or bulk-rate discounts.

Host an Exam Administration in your district or take the CETL exam anytime, any place Usually, CETL exams are administered where education tech leaders are already gathered (e.g., conferences, chapter meetings). However, an exam can be given anytime/anywhere. To host a CETL exam, you will need three things: a proctor, computers with internet access and, of course, test takers. You may host an exam with as little as one test taker. The test takers themselves can arrange the test site but must have a proctor approved by CoSN.

Visit cosn.org/certification or contact the certification team at [email protected] to apply for the exam, set up an exam administration, request proctor training, or to order bulk user licenses for CoSN’s Collaborative Learning Site.

CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) 1025 Vermont Ave., Suite 1010, NW Washington, DC 20005 202-470-2780 | CoSN.org/Certification | [email protected]

CTO Forum Building a Powerful Team for Blended Learning

When: Monday, June 30, 2014, 2:30-4:30 Location: Omni CNN Center Hotel, Atlanta, GA (during ISTE Annual Conference) Many believe that blended learning is perhaps the most significant opportunity for transforming learning in schools. Blended learning offers the potential for personalization and the opportunity to leverage virtual learning with face-to-face support and collaboration. Yet too often, silos in our districts can keep us from making this digital leap and fully realizing the potential for blended learning. This highly interactive forum will explore the roles of the district technology leader (CTO/CIO), the chief academic officer (CAO) and the superintendent in enabling blended learning. Hear from a panel of key district leaders who are breaking down the silos and working to realize the power of this innovation. Bring your questions, engage in the conversation and come away with tips and tools for building a powerful team. Learn More at http://www.cosn.org/cto-forums.

Texas K-12 CTO Council Fall Meeting October 16, 2014 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wyndham Hotel, Love Field Dallas, TX

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