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To Our Readers
Expanding thought partnerships can support education technology and innovation growth
As the year heads to a close , it ’ s that busy time of the year to continue planning for the upcoming school year and to reflect on where you can think a little differently and utilize technology to work differently . The theme of this edition is both Education Technology and School Innovations and the articles here are sure to help bring varied perspectives to the year ahead . Colleagues share stories of implementing 21st century tools and non-traditional ways of teaching and learning .
Beginning on page 8 , Romoland School District Superintendent Julie Vitale , Assistant Superintendent Trevor Painton and Chief Technology Officer Vince Butler chronicle their efforts to create an instructional environment that is centered around technology . Their five-year plan took only three years and gave all stakeholders a voice in the three key areas of implementation : vision , devices , and policies and procedures .
Edward A . Trimis , principal of Legacy Visual and Performing Arts High School , outlines his journey with digital communication , beginning on page 12 . Social media platforms , he says , are particularly important for two-way communication with school and community . He adds that maintaining a robust website is not that difficult and great for recruitment and showcasing school success .
Equity leader Edwin Javius ( page 20 ) takes a “ deep dive ” into improvement science and how equity consciousness and strategies will be essential drivers of the process . Improvement science is the new methodology being touted for differentiated assistance in LCFF accountability . A team of practitioners from WestEd and Partners in School Innovation look at some of the misconceptions about improvement science , offering thoughts on avoiding negative consequences and leveraging its opportunities ( page 24 ).
In this edition , we also invite you to learn how to connect with tech-resistant teachers , as well as how the 4-Rs of teacher leadership – reflection , resilience , relational trust and revisioning – can aid in school transitions , and how rethinking an entire school through an entrepreneurial lens transformed a student body and staff .
As a long time technology leader with both ACSA ’ s Technology Leadership Group and TICAL ( the Technology Information Center for Administrative Leadership ), I have had the opportunity to work with technology leaders statewide on tech-related topics from the perspective of leadership , instruction , data-management , and everyday business practices . When it comes to technology and innovation , the support I have found invaluable has been my fellow leaders on my “ phone a friend ” list .
Whether with expanding new programs , software , student information systems , purchasing or contract management , the best thought partners are those who have been there and wrestled with the same issues I ’ m undertaking . One of the strengths of ACSA is the vast array of leaders who we can reach out to as thought partners . As you look forward and continue your focus on technology and innovation , expand your list of colleagues who can help you think through programs and services . Our network is stronger when we rely on each other . Here ’ s to a great close of 2017-18 !
Lisa Marie Gonzales ACSA President
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