Technology Department                        

United Independent School District believes that the integration of technology in the curriculum is a vital element in the future success of all its students. By utilizing technology in providing instruction, the individual needs of students with different levels of abilities can be met. In working  toward becoming an effective school, technology will serve to enhance existing instruction and pedagogy and provides a means of monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of technology for special populations.

Technology will also assist district professionals in their effort to ensure the opportunity for all students to develop not only basic skills, but to experience curriculum that emphasizes the skill necessary for their entry into schools higher education or those demanded of individuals entering the work force. United ISD is committed to utilizing technology to prepare its students for success upon graduation from high school by determining the needs of the community, business, and industry and adjusting the curriculum to meet those needs.

Technology Mission Statement

The mission of the UISD Technology plan is to provide all students and staff with the necessary technological resources to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in global society.

The mission will be accomplished by:

• Providing students and staff with the latest technology available.

• Offering a comprehensive staff development program to teacher & staff.

• Challenging students to become life long learners.

• Provide access to technology any time any place.

• Establishing partnerships with businesses in order to create a technology learning community.

Outcome

Our students and staff will become informed decision makers of the global society on this new millennium.