Restructuring of Schools in Pittsburgh

Sam Franklin will share a vision for the new science and technology school. Share any additional questions you may have about the school's design, especially the role of collaboration and partnerships.

To learn more about the project you can go to the following web site:
Pittsburgh Public Schools | Science and Technology web site.
Or you can look in the Course Documents for an Executive Summary about the project.

NETS for Teachers

At the PETE&C gathering ISTE (the International Society for Technology in Education) released a draft of the new teacher standards. You can address your comments and have a chance to shape the future for other educators. The standards are based on the National Education Standards for Students (NETS•S). At the present time digital age teachers:

1. Facilitate and Improve Student Learning and Creativity

2. Design Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Environments

3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning

4. Promote Digital Citizenship and Responsibility

5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership