Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 4

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1 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 4 Your Name Betsy Rouse Your brouse@epsne.org Project Title 3D Design and Smart Art Date of Request 02/01/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Fine Arts Mathematics Science Technology/Media Project Description (What) The primary goal of this project is to provide 4th and 5th grade students with hands on, computer based STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) activities for Computer Club at Skyline Elementary. The primary focus for this project will be to provide students an opportunity to create an object using different design programs (ie. Sketchup, 3dtin, and Tinkercad) while then turning the idea into a real world object using a 3D printer. Students will be able to create, design, and implement engineering projects that allow for the manipulation of their ideas. Students can put into practice math and geometry concepts in a real world application. Students can create simple robotics parts for robots. This project will provide students with an exciting and fun way to begin exploring STEM concepts by asking open ended What if questions. This project will provide hardware and media to allow students to work collaboratively to become young inventors, creators, and engineers. Currently students have the ability to design and create projects, but it is not feasible to turn the ideas into a real item that the students can use to expand their learning. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) This year Skyline could have up to 40 students registered for Tech Club. We would like to use our funds from the program to purchase a 3D printer to print out projects. The 3Doodler pens are pens that allow students to create 3D projects by drawing. The pens focus on prototyping, invention, STEM/STEAM concepts, tactile learning, design concepts, and computational thinking. The website ( has lesson plans and a shared community for ideas on how to implement these tools into any program. The 3Doodler pens will help introduce students to different strategies for 3D design. They will make a great addition to our Tech Club and Makerspace environment. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness

2 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 4 This project will provide students with practical experiences such as designing and producing small objects to be used in other projects. It will also give students practical experience using simple tools to create projects. Providing exposure to activities such as this project should encourage student participation in future STEM areas. Along with motivation and practical, mechanical experience, this project will give students concrete knowledge of methods for creating real world objects, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Students will be using mathematical reasoning skills to make projects work. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years This project is intended for 4th and 5th graders participating in tech club. This year Skyline could have up to 40 students participate in Tech Club. In the past we have not had the opportunity to offer a similar program because we did not have the resources available. However, interest has been high in the other computer clubs such as the robotics and video editing program. In the future there would hopefully be situations that more students in grades 2nd 5th would be able to actively use the software, printer, and pens for additional curriculum projects. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms FlashForge 3D Printer.pdf 3Doodlers.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Budget (Budget Code Required) Indicate budget and code Computer Club Other Files Your 3Doodler Shopping Cart The 3Doodler.pdf FF Educational Program 2016 V2.pdf Principal Principal Name Andrew Luebbe Principal aluebbe@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order

3 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 4 Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,434.72

4 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 7 Your Name Josh Snyder Your jsnyder@epsne.org Project Title AV Spheros (Technology Club) Date of Request 02/05/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Mathematics Science Technology/Media Project Description (What) The purpose of this request is to receive approval to purchase the Education Pack Sphero SPRK Edition, ultimate covers as well as an accessory pack for our after school Technology Club and/or technology units in media. The education pack will allow enough materials for teams of students to engage in the activities at the same time. The Spheros come with instructional materials and lesson plans to diversify learning. This set, along with the STEM accessory pack will allow students to experiment with different STEM concepts. We currently have nearly 90 students in 4th & 5th grades, with anticipation that these numbers will grow due to new construction in the area. Last year, around 40 students expressed interest in learning about programming, coding, and interacting with the Spheros. Our goal is to purchase a set of these Spheros to provide opportunities in these technology/programming areas. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) STEM or STEAM skills are essential for student readiness for the 21st century. Students need opportunities to engage in handson, project based learning. Through technology club, we can reach students who don t have an opportunity to explore their interest in STEM education. In addition, we can continue to challenge more advanced students. Students will work in small groups focusing on teamwork to control how the Sphero balls roll and appear. The lessons will focus on principals of math, science, technology, and engineering through programming. The lessons are progressively challenging for students. Finally, the Sphero SPRK curriculum is highly motivating and engaging for students. As stated in the project description, we have a strong interest in learning with the Spheros. I would like to provide an opportunity for all 4th & 5th grade students to have a chance to work with the Spheros and explore the STEM curriculum. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness To measure the success of the SPRK program, students will be given a post test questionnaire to evaluate what they have learned. The technology club teachers will be able to determine the level of learning based on the successes and failures of the student projects. The lessons are progressively challenging and teachers will be able to identify how many lessons the students completed throughout the program.

5 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 7 Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years The project will include up to 90 students for the school year. We will be able to continue the project with 4th & 5th grade students (approximately 90) each year in subsequent years with additional growth expected. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms Sphero 2017_Grant.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Troy Sidders Principal tsidders@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,119.95

6 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 16 Your Name Carol Akers Your cakers@epsne.org Project Title EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Date of Request 02/19/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Mathematics Science Technology/Media Project Description (What) I am requesting a grant for the Skyline Computer Club sponsored by Carol Akers. This club is for th and 5th grade students interested in programing, creating, designing, and working with Legos each year. I am requesting the amount of $1, (which includes shipping) to purchase (3) Lego Mindstorms Education EV3 Core sets. The EV3 Lego sets are $ each. I have enough to purchase 2 additional sets with the monies collected from registration from the last couple clubs I have sponsored. Lego Education is no longer making The NXT LEGO Mindstorm sets that I currently have. I would use these newer sets with my 5th grade students. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) This grant would facilitate student learning by staying current with introducing beginning and advanced programing. This program also teaches science, technology, engineering, math, and computer science. (Coding activities are included.) The Lego Mindstorms EV3 Core Set comes with a curriculum pack and includes 48 tutorials to help students learn the basics of how to build and program their robot. It also includes sensors, motors, a rechargeable battery, connecting cables, and building instructions. It encourages STEM, teamwork, and cooperation as they work with a partner. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness I teach the basics, then I use questioning, think/pair/share, and also assess the effectiveness by observing the type of tasks the students are able to complete. The tasks are rated from simple programming to gradually more difficult programming, which allows the students to grow with experience and incorporate increasingly complex design ideas. They check off the tasks as they complete the tasks. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years Yearly Total so far approximately 300 students over the years from

7 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 16 Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms requisitionrequest.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Other Files lego order form.pdf Principal Principal Name Andrew Luebbe Principal aluebbe@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,228.34

8 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 21 Your Name Brandon Dahl Your bdahl@epsne.org Project Title Baseball Ipad Date of Request 02/22/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved P.E. & Health Project Description (What) Ipad mini 2 wifi Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) Baseball team. Pitch counts and stats. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness Using for stats Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years 25 Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms IPAD MINI 2.pdf Proposed Funding Source PTO or other external funding Explain the funding arrangements that have been made Baseball activity account. Principal

9 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 21 Principal Name Mark Kalvoda Principal mkalvoda@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $ $ Total $260.00

10 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 22 Your Name Michelle Bluford Your mbluford@epsne.org Project Title IPad Date of Request 02/23/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Fine Arts Project Description (What) We would like to order an IPad 2 Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) We are able to run our soundboard with the IPad2 which allows us to make real time musical decisions during performances. By making real time decisions we can positively impact our students. During indoor drumline, a student will learn to run the software which will open up new technology opportunities. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness More reliability from our soundboard and all electronics during performance. Our general effect scores will go up. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years Currently we have 130 students in band and 20 in indoor drumline. The students benefited will be the band students and I'm not sure how to estimate those numbers for the future. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms IPad 2.pdf Proposed Funding Source PTO or other external funding Explain the funding arrangements that have been made The Lindsey Foundation

11 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 22 Principal Principal Name Mark Kalvoda Principal mkalvoda@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $ $ Total $499.00

12 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 25 Your Name Nicole Stromgren Your nstromgren@epsne.org Project Title Interactive Smartboard/Projector Date of Request 03/02/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Language Arts/Reading Project Description (What) Epson Brightlink 595Wi Touch Interactive projector, to be used in my 6th and 8th grade Reading and Language Arts classes. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) This will allow students to be more engaged in the learning process. Currently I use a projector, with no interactive capabilities, which is nice, but being able to utilize more student interaction would be beneficial to the class as a whole. At present, when I use the projector it keeps me more tied to my desk to advance to the next item, instead of being more mobile within my classroom. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness Learning will carry over to all areas of assessment used throughout the school year. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years 150+ each year. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms smartboard PO.pdf Proposed Funding Source PTO or other external funding Explain the funding arrangements that have been made Earlier in the year I was informed the ERMS Booster Club approved the purchase of a SmartBoard for my classroom.

13 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 25 Principal Principal Name Kevin Riggert Principal kriggert@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,500.00

14 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 27 Your Name Stephanie Sutter Your ssutter@epsne.org Project Title Littlebits STEAM Education Pack Date of Request 03/03/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Language Arts/Reading Mathematics Science Technology/Media Project Description (What) The purpose of this request is to receive approval to purchase the Littlebits STEAM Education Class Pack with 5th grade students during their STEAM unit and/or with the after school Technology Club. Littlebits come with instructional material and lesson ideas to diversify learning. Littlebits are electronic building blocks made up of color coded bits. Each color has a specific function (i.e. motion, lights, sound, sensors, internet connectivity). All the bits snap together to make larger circuits. They are easy to use allowing students to create in seconds. Students would be assigned a challenge or problem and would need to problem solve in their collaborative groups in order to come up with a solution to their challenge. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) The purpose of this request is to receive approval to purchase the Littlebits STEAM Education Class Pack with 5th grade students during their STEAM unit and/or with the after school Technology Club. Littlebits come with instructional material and lesson ideas to diversify learning. Littlebits are electronic building blocks made up of color coded bits. Each color has a specific function (i.e. motion, lights, sound, sensors, internet connectivity). All the bits snap together to make larger circuits. They are easy to use allowing students to create in seconds. Students would be assigned a challenge or problem and would need to problem solve in their collaborative groups in order to come up with a solution to their challenge. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness To measure the success of the LIttlebits program, students will keep an Invention Log where they keep a scientific journal describing how they came up with their solution to their problem. Littlebits are also aligned with standards providing opportunities for authentic assessment to see how well students met the challenge. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years Initially, I would be using this with 5th grade. Next year there will be about 60 students. I also would like to use provide Littlebits as an option for the after school Technology Club which is open to both 4th and 5th grade.

15 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 27 Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms NS pdf LIttlebits.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Troy Sidders Principal tsidders@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,139.95

16 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 30 Your Name Kyle Dreessen Your kdreessen@epsne.org Project Title Individual Instrument Tuners Date of Request 03/08/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Fine Arts Project Description (What) We are looking to purchase an ensemble set (60) of Snark ST 2 Clip On Multi Instrument Chromatic Tuners. These tuners have a Piezo Microphone option which detects an individual instrument's vibrations allowing for pitch detection of a single instrument while multiple instruments are playing at once. We would also like to purchase 120 replacement batteries to avoid needing to purchase them during the school year. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) Having a clip on instrument tuner for every person in band will quickly change the method of tuning our ensemble. A process that takes anywhere from 5 15 minutes currently would easily take less than 2 minutes. This would save a large amount of rehearsal time to be spent on instrument technique and concert repertoire. The benefit to student learning would be that each student could quickly assess whether they were in tune with the ensemble and make any necessary adjustments all at the same time as one another. A process that currently we do individually with one tuner. We would also be able to quickly assess the intonation of single notes on each instrument, and then teaching the students techniques to make sure every note is in tune with the ensemble. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness Assessing the effectiveness would be noticeable in every day rehearsals by saving time for other elements of music performance. The ensemble would perform with better intonation which would help all aspects of our performances in each grade level. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years In we estimate that these tuners will benefit at least 215 students, 250 students in , and 275 students in Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms

17 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 30 KDreessen Tech Request.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Kevin Riggert Principal kriggert@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $ $ Total $754.14

18 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 38 Your Name Susan Wortman Your swortman@epsne.org Project Title EMS choral music ipad (+3 all MS Music) Date of Request 03/09/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Fine Arts Project Description (What) Price was adjusted to $3,996 (one for each Middle School teacher) 12.9 inch ipad with 256GB 1 for each MS Music Teacher Sue Wortman Tina Schwahn Erika Kepler Lauren Ballou Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) One ipad can be used in the classroom for recording rehearsals and performances for critique purposes. It can also be used to practice note names, sight reading rhythms, as a metronome, use as a drum kit, onscreen keyboard, build an ostinato loop, improvisation, pitch matching, teaching form, demonstrate tone colour and timbre, use as a score reader, interactive listening, as a listening post, use with an inexpensive app. to write music, and stage and choreograph choirs and show choirs., class backing track, and use as a camera. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness testing before and after using the ipad. Critiquing performances and rehearsals. Ease in writing out music, staging, and choreography. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years 250 students as of now and more as our school grows in numbers. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms

19 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 38 purchase rder or ipad 2.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Other Files purchase rder or ipad 21.pdf Principal Principal Name Deb Garrison Principal dgarrison@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $ $ Total $999.99

20 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 47 Your Name Cathline Black Your cblack@epsne.org Project Title Video Reflection Date of Request 03/15/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Fine Arts Guidance/Social Skills Language Arts/Reading Mathematics P.E. & Health Science Social Studies Special Services Technology/Media World Language Project Description (What) The ability to record, view, and reflect on classroom instruction is a critical component of the new Elkhorn instructional model. The Swivl camera system allows easy videoing of classroom instruction. Recording teachers during instruction can encroach on the flow of instruction and authentic student interaction. This system, along with the requested ipad, will allow for the instruction to be recorded without a camera person in the room. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) The Swivl camera system will be a powerful professional development tool as we work to implement instructional strategies outlined by the district's new model. The opportunity to watch ourselves on quality video will allow for self reflection and evaluation of our teaching methods with the ultimate goal of ensuring student learning. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness The effectiveness of use of the Swivl camera system will be assessed through teacher input and video quality. The videos will allow teachers to evaluate their own implementation of the identified instructional strategies including student engagement, formative assessment and lesson closure. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years All WDS students, pre kindergarten through fifth grade

21 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 47 Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms Swivl Camera Requisition 2017.pdf ipad Mini Requisition 2017.pdf ipad Mini Case Requisition 2017.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Pam Wahl Principal pwahl@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,122.99

22 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 48 Your Name Lucy Gunning Your lgunning@epsne.org Project Title The use of ipads for Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) Date of Request 03/16/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Special Services Project Description (What) Requesting additional ipad Air 2 for the use of AAC. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) With advances in technology, updated app versions, and increasing number of students requiring AAC, new and additional ipads are needed in order to meet this need. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness Students utilizing this equipment have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) with individual goals set. They will have data sets taken throughout their day as they use the devices and the effectiveness will be determined from that data. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years To be used with any student requiring AAC Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms Gunning ELKHORN PO Apple.pdf Gunning ELKHORN PO Amazon.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name

23 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 48 Kendra Schneider Principal kschneider@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,720.00

24 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 49 Your Name Heather Wees Your hwees@epsne.org Project Title Osmo Wonder Kits Date of Request 03/16/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Language Arts/Reading Mathematics Technology/Media Project Description (What) The purpose of this request is to receive approval to purchase Osmo Wonder Kits for the media center and for the classroom use with ipads. Osmo is a piece of hardware that turns the ipad into an interactive learning experience. It comes with manipulatives that enhance learning in math through the use of tangrams and in reading with the use of letter tiles. The Osmo website does a fantastic job of creating lesson plan ideas to use with students K 5. These plans include ideas such as STEM, reading, cursive, geography, vocabulary, music, art, etc. An added bonus, is that you can create your own lessons/activities to individualize learning! Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) As a school, we are always seeing out ways to support learning in all areas and we want to encourage students who come from a variety of different backgrounds and bring different exceptionalities to the classroom. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness Observation at first will be the best way to assess the effectiveness of this tool. How are the students interacting with the lessons and activities? Do the students have increased motivation to learn specific skills and ideas? This is a great device to increase creative thinking. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years I feel the whole building can benefit from this, 400 students. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms Classroom Grant PurchaseOrder.pdf

25 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 49 Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Pam Wahl Principal pwahl@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $2, $2, Total $2,175.00

26 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 50 Your Name Jason Weber Your jweber@epsne.org Project Title Interactive White Board Date of Request 03/16/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Mathematics Project Description (What) Epson Brightlink 595Wi Touch Interactive Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) I have used Interactive White Boards to teach for the past 10 years. I piloted and trained staff on how to use these in all curricular areas in the past. The interactive white board allows me to instruct students by showing them real world examples of use in math along with allowing me to manipulate objects/problems to help students visualize mathematics in a real world setting. For example, finding the area of composite figures. I am able to manipulate objects for students to find the area of a triangle, semicircle, and rectangle separately, then they are able to find the area of the entire figure. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness I have measured the effectiveness through the daily performance of students, along with their performance on "real world problems" on the MAP and NeSA M assessments. (On these assessments I am able to look at the various strands where I use the Interactive White Board). Also, I am able to look at the student performance on their District Common Assessments. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years Approximately 150 students per year. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms ELKHORN Purchase Order1 Jason Weber.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant

27 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 50 Principal Principal Name Kevin Riggert Principal kriggert@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $2, $2, Total $2,851.59

28 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 54 Your Name Cindy Pecquet Your cpecquet@epsne.org Project Title Graphing Calculators for Algebra 2 classes Date of Request 03/16/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Mathematics Project Description (What) I plan to get two sets of 10 graphing calculators to use in my Algebra 2 classes. Each set is $ on Math4sale.com. I added in 7% sales tax just in case, if no tax then the total will be $ Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) Juniors are now required to take the ACT rather than the NeSA. Graphing calculators can offer students a great advantage on their performance for the assessment. We plan on having graphing calculator activities to promote student familiarity. The hope is that many students will purchase their own, however, many will not be able to afford it this class set will be available for them. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness With more students being familiar with graphing calculators, we will expect an increase in their ACT math score. Throughout the year we will be using past ACT problems that could be solved more efficiently using a graphing calculator. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years All Algebra 2 students Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms ELKHORN Purchase Order1 1.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal

29 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 54 Principal Name Dan Radicia Principal dradicia@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,926.00

30 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 55 Your Name Joseph Krontz Your jkrontz@epsne.org Project Title Graphing Calculators for Algebra 2 Classes Date of Request 03/16/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Mathematics Project Description (What) We would like to purchase 2 sets of 10 Graphing Calculators to use in my Algebra 2 classes. Each set is $ on Math4Sale.com. A 7% tax is included in the amount of funding requested in case it would be charged. The pretax total is $ Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) Juniors are now required to take the ACT rather than the NESA. Graphing Calculators can offer students a great advantage on the performance for the assessment. We plan on having graphing calculator activities to student familiarity with the graphing calculators. The hope is that many students will purchase their own calculators for Algebra 2 but some students may not be able to afford the calculator so this class set will be used to ensure that all students have accesses and appropriate practice with using one. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness With more students being familiar with graphing calculators we would expect an increase in their ACT math score. Throughout the year we will be using past ACT problems that could be solved more efficiently by using a graphing calculator. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years All Algebra 2 students. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms ELKHORN Purchase Order1 11.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant

31 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 55 Principal Principal Name Dan Radicia Principal dradicia@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,926.00

32 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 56 Your Name Melissa Lightle Your mlightle@epsne.org Project Title Cultivating Creators and Coders Date of Request 03/16/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Mathematics Science Technology/Media Project Description (What) My project involves purchasing technology and expanding opportunities for students in grades K 3 to learn coding and computer design skills. Students can work with these new technology formats through our technology units, curriculum extension activities, and during Technology Clubs. This grant includes the purchase of 4 different items to teach the basic to more advanced levels of coding and design. Littlebits Coding Kits: Block circuits that are used for hands on coding and programming. Kits come with 100+ lesson plans and are compatible with Mac, Windows, and Chromebooks. Geared for students beginning in 3rd grade+. Bloxels: Hands on platform for planning, building, and designing interactive games. This activity demonstrates strategic thinking, design logic, calculation, and computer science skills. Kits come with educator s guides, activity guides, and free app for ios and Android devices. Geared for students in Kindergarten 5th grade. Blue Bots: Robots for learning programming skills. These robots can be programmed without an external device. Students can code using the buttons on the top of the robot or connect and program via Bluetooth with ios, Android, Mac or PC devices. These teach sequencing, directionality, problem solving, counting, and estimation. Geared for students in Kindergarten 3rd Grade. Robot Turtles: Programming board game for students that teaches basic coding skills. This board game is wonderful for teaching off line basics of coding. Geared for students in preschool 3rd grade. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why)

33 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 56 Students need opportunities to engage in hands on, 21st Century learning skills. The students at Fire Ridge have a strong interest in technology and exploring STEAM concepts, especially coding. Our students and parents continue to express interest in learning different forms of technology. We have several opportunities for our 4th and 5th grades to engage in coding and creating, but we d like to expand those opportunities for students in primary grades. Through this grant, we help prepare students for future careers involving computer science skills. The variety of technologies helps to reach different types of learners. Exposure to these technology tools helps to teach kids about grit, perseverance, collaboration, revision, reflection, and satisfaction as they work through different problems and possibilities. In addition, we can continue to challenge more advanced students. Skills reinforced through STEAM curriculum: Synthesizing and analyzing Engineering, computer science, design, and math Problem solving and spatial awareness Brainstorming multiple ways to solve the same problem Restructuring learning and thinking Student intrinsic motivation and self directed learning Provide opportunities that allow students to fail in order to succeed Amplify or introduce students the components of STEAM disciplines Strategic thinking, design logic, and computer science skills Introduce students to the iterative process for problem solving Support student inquiry by relaying the importance of good questions and continued questioning Methods for Assessing Effectiveness The teachers will be able to determine the level of learning based on the quality and complexity of student projects and successfulness using the technology. Observation will be important in assessing the effectiveness of the grant. Are students successful in completing the tasks, interacting with the lessons, or motivated to learn specific skills? Are they able to complete more advanced skills as we progress through lessons? All items purchased through this grant are aligned with National and State standards from science, technology, and math. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years The technology purchased through this grant can be used with ALL students at Fire Ridge Elementary with the focus on students in grades K 3. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms Bluebots.pdf Bloxels.pdf Robot Turtles.pdf Littlebits Code Kits.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Deb Knutson

34 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 56 Principal dknutson@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,985.07

35 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 60 Your Name John White Your jwhite@epsne.org Project Title Playposit.com Date of Request 03/17/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved World Language Project Description (What) This project is to purchase access to Playposit allows teachers to manipulate videos and add various types of formative and summative questions to authentic videos. These videos are added to a teacher's classroom and allows students to access these videos. Students listen and answer questions related to the video. The educator is able to see all of student responses and leave feedback. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) Listening comprehension and culture are integral components of languages. This is an engaging manner for students to interact with the language over themes selected by teachers and curriculum. Here is a description of program from their website. Backed by AT&T and Stanford's startx, PlayPosit is an online learning environment to create and share interactive video lessons. Teachers begin with any online video (screencasts, Khan Academy, TED, etc.) and transform what is traditionally passive content into an active experience for students, with time embedded activities. Awarded the "best open educational resource", PlayPosit is designed for K corporate, flipped, and blended environments. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness A direct method is at the end of each video, students are asked to rate the activity and explain why. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years 700 Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms

36 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 60 ELKHORN Purchase John White Playposit.com.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Mark Kalvoda Principal mkalvoda@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $ $ Total $144.00

37 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 65 Your Name Betsy Rouse Your brouse@epsne.org Project Title Osmo Date of Request 03/17/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Language Arts/Reading Mathematics Technology/Media Project Description (What) The purpose of this request is to receive approval to submit a foundation grant to purchase Osmo for the media center and for classroom use with the ipads. Osmo is a piece of hardware that turns the ipad into an interactive learning experience. It comes with manipulative that enhance the learning in math through the use of tangrams and in reading with the use of letter tiles. The Osmo website does a fantastic job of creating lesson plan ideas to use with students K 6. These plans includes ideas such as STEM, reading, cursive, geography, vocabulary, music, art, etc. Plus, can create your own lessons/activities to individualize the learning! Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) As a school, we are always seeking out ways to support learning in all areas and we want to encourage students who come from a variety of different backgrounds and bring different exceptionalities to the classroom. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness Observation at first will be the best way to assess the effectiveness of this tool. How are the students interacting with the lessons and activities? Do the students have increased motivation to learn specific skills and ideas? This is truly a great device to increase creative thinking. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years Four hundred plus students will have access to the Osmos. I would also like to specifically use this technology specifically with my 4th and 5th grade curriculum during our STEAM units. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms

38 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 65 Osmo Grant.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Andrew Luebbe Principal aluebbe@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,420.00

39 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 66 Your Name Stephany Albritton Your salbritton@epsne.org Project Title STEAM for Westridge Date of Request 03/17/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved Mathematics Science Technology/Media Project Description (What) My project involves purchasing technology and expanding opportunities for students in grades K 3 to learn coding and computer design skills. Students can work with these new technology formats through our technology units, curriculum extension activities, and during Technology Clubs. This grant includes the purchase of 4 different items to teach the basic to more advanced levels of coding and design. Littlebits Coding Kits: Block circuits that are used for hands on coding and programming. Kits come with 100+ lesson plans and are compatible with Mac, Windows, and Chromebooks. Geared for students beginning in 3rd grade+. Bloxels: Hands on platform for planning, building, and designing interactive games. This activity demonstrates strategic thinking, design logic, calculation, and computer science skills. Kits come with educator s guides, activity guides, and free app for ios and Android devices. Geared for students in Kindergarten 5th grade. Blue Bots: Robots for learning programming skills. These robots can be programmed without an external device. Students can code using the buttons on the top of the robot or connect and program via Bluetooth with ios, Android, Mac or PC devices. These teach sequencing, directionality, problem solving, counting, and estimation. Geared for students in Kindergarten 3rd Grade. Robot Turtles: Programming board game for students that teaches basic coding skills. This board game is wonderful for teaching off line basics of coding. Geared for students in preschool 3rd grade. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why)

40 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 66 Students need opportunities to engage in hands on, 21st Century learning skills. The students at Fire Ridge have a strong interest in technology and exploring STEAM concepts, especially coding. Our students and parents continue to express interest in learning different forms of technology. We have several opportunities for our 4th and 5th grades to engage in coding and creating, but we d like to expand those opportunities for students in primary grades. Through this grant, we help prepare students for future careers involving computer science skills. The variety of technologies helps to reach different types of learners. Exposure to these technology tools helps to teach kids about grit, perseverance, collaboration, revision, reflection, and satisfaction as they work through different problems and possibilities. In addition, we can continue to challenge more advanced students.< br /> Skills reinforced through STEAM curriculum: Synthesizing and analyzing Engineering, computer science, design, and math Problem solving and spatial awareness Brainstorming multiple ways to solve the same problem Restructuring learning and thinking Student intrinsic motivation and self directed learning Provide opportunities that allow students to fail in order to succeed Amplify or introduce students the components of STEAM disciplines Strategic thinking, design logic, and computer science skills Introduce students to the iterative process for problem solving Support student inquiry by relaying the importance of good questions and continued questioning Methods for Assessing Effectiveness The teachers will be able to determine the level of learning based on the quality and complexity of student projects and successfulness using the technology. Observation will be important in assessing the effectiveness of the grant. Are students successful in completing the tasks, interacting with the lessons, or motivated to learn specific skills? Are they able to complete more advanced skills as we progress through lessons? All items purchased through this grant are aligned with National and State standards from science, technology, and math. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years The technology purchased through this grant can be used with ALL students with the focus on students in grades K 3. Itemized Budget/Copy of Requisition Forms Bloxel WR.pdf Bluebots WR.pdf Robot Turtles WR.pdf LittleBits WR.pdf Proposed Funding Source EPS Foundation Classroom Grant Principal Principal Name Ryan Broshar Principal

41 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 66 rbroshar@epsne.org Principal Notified & Approved I have shared this information with my principal and have received approval for this request to be submitted. I am also aware they will receive a copy (via ) on submit. Order Product Qty Unit Price Price Amount of Funding Requested 1 $1, $1, Total $1,985.07

42 Innovative Technology Grant Form B : Entry # 74 Your Name Meggan King Your mking@epsne.org Project Title Health Smart Projector Date of Request 03/17/2017 Curriculum Areas Involved P.E. & Health Project Description (What) To have installed in the classroom an interactive SMART projector. This would allow teachers to continue using traditional classroom practices while adding relevance to this generation with modern technology. Rather than only having the capability to project and click through presentations, this projector will allow teachers to write, adding notes to the image being projected. Students can also interact with the projection, using the pen and tablet or interacting with the white board itself. It provides all the benefits of a SMART board without the loss of the regular white board or the necessity and limitations of a specific program needed for the SMART board. It will work with the software already available on student and teacher laptops. Project Purpose/Benefit/Rationale to Student Learning (Why) Research supports the benefits of using the most recent technology in the classroom. According to an article by Kelly Sheridan in Information Week, August 2013 entitled, Blended Learning Improves Test Scores, "a new study by the Rand Corporation and the Department of Education gives new credibility to the popular notion that blended learning a combination of traditional classroom methods with computer mediated activities can improve student test scores. According to "Educators using high levels of collaboration technology with best practices are up to 3X more likely to report positive results on a range of education outcomes." With our growing district, schools and teachers are having to be creative in using the buildings to their potential and "technology mix creates flexible learning environments." Overall, "Technology supports collaborative learning. Collaborative learning prepares students for future successes. It develops social skills, facilitates information retention, improves the learning experience and enhances creativity." If we are to prepare our students for today s world, we need to provide them with opportunities to become comfortable using today s technology. Methods for Assessing Effectiveness To assess the effectiveness of the using the SMART projector, I will daily utilize formative assessment and engagement strategies. I will also compare District Common Assessment data from year to year. Estimated number of students to benefit from project for current and subsequent years Approximately 550 students will benefit from the SMART projector every year it is in use as I teach all graders at EVV.