Did You Know ... the Technology Application TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills) are the responsibility of all teachers - not just the computer teacher.
According to Senate Bill (SB) 815 Technology Applications is now a “required” curriculum and all school districts, as a condition of accreditation, must provide instruction in the Technology Applications TEKS. TEA curriculum requirements state that Technology Applications curriculum must be offered by all Texas state schools and that:
“A school district must provide instruction in the essential knowledge and skills of the appropriate grade levels in the foundation and enrichment curriculum as specified in paragraphs (1)-(19) of this subsection. A school district may add elements at its discretion but must not delete or omit instruction in the foundation and enrichment curriculum specified in subsection (a) of this section.” (http://www.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter074/ch074a.html#74.1).
*Additionally, NCLB (No Child Left Behind) states that all districts must fully integrate technology into the curricula and instruction in all schools by December 31, 2006 to enhance teaching and learning.
Here is the focus for each grade
If you are not aware of the TA TEKS that are required for your campus grade levels - check them out at:
Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) - Did you know that each student must have an AUP (Acceptable Use Policy) signed & on file before they can have a user account set up or use the Internet? Check with your campus receptionist or librarian to see a list of students with AUPs on file. Use the following link to print and submit an AUP: Click here to complete an online AUP form.
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