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With the ever changing needs of the campuses, it has become more important than ever to stay relevant and supportive of their needs. This will be accomplished by staying true to the vision and mission of the Crowley ISD technology department. Technology Services mission is the connect the learner, promote digital literacy and level the playing field.
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Technology Services Motto
Motto: Kids To Educate And Campuses To Support
Crowley ISD’s Technology Services have made several improvements over the past few years. Our 1:1 student device initiative (nicknamed Phoenix Project) has evolved with our population and our educational needs. Currently, all 7th Grade - 12th Grade students receive a windows platform laptop with Office 365 accounts. This encompasses 7 campuses; 2 - High Schools, 2 - 9th Grade Campuses, 3 - Middle Schools. All other campuses have classroom sets of 15 iPads per class.
In addition, the Phoenix Project included a massive overhaul of our current networking infrastructure. New switches and upgraded wireless access points were added to each campus and each classroom.
This addition allows our students to gain access to a filtered internet through their district issued device. As a result, Crowley ISD now has AC band wireless networking throughout our campuses and non-instructional facilities.
Crowley ISD currently utilizes Black Board Learning Management system for teachers and students to extend their teaching and learning.
Blackboard LMS provides a foundation for competency based learning to our students that can increase the levels of engagement and save time. Blackboard also provides connected grade books and assignments for the teachers, thus allowing them to spend more time on teaching and lesson planning.
Teacher training is a very high priority for our district. Working with our Professional Development and Curriculum Instruction departments, a detail and comprehensive job embedded training plan was developed to assist our teachers with the integration of technology.
Crowley ISD has developed a "Learning Level Badge" training plan to meet the teachers where there current level of technology exists and provide support while expanding their integration skills or giving them the "Minimum Educator Technology Proficiency". This includes Microsoft Office 365, Black Board LMS, Google, Apple and Student Information System applications. -
Contact Us
Scott Campbell
Chief Technology Officer
Phone: 817.297.5299
Email: scott.campbell@crowley.k12.tx.us
Amy Ashton
Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Technology
Email: amy.ashton@crowley.k12.tx.us
Jarrett Baker
Network Analyst
Email: jarrett.baker@crowley.k12.tx.us
Aaron Cardoza
Senior Systems Analyst
Email: aaron.cardoza@crowley.k12.tx.us
Jeff Pittman
Project Manager Tech Supervisor
Email: jeff.pittman@crowley.k12.tx.us
Vicki Mabe
Computer Technician and Solutions Desk
Email: vmabe@crowley.k12.tx.us
Jonathan Grabill
Director of Technology
Email: jonathan.grabill@crowley.k12.tx.us
Mark Hiatt
Business Programs Analyst
Email: mark.hiatt@crowley.k12.tx.us
David Yergenson
Operational Programs Analyst
Email: david.yergensen@crowley.k12.tx.us
Megan Washnock
Textbook and Facilities Coordinator
Email: megan.washnock@crowley.k12.tx.us
Grant Cornelison
District Audio Visual Engineer
Email: grant.cornelison@crowley.k12.tx.us
Phone: 682-444-8260
Tech Help Desk
817-297-5873 -
Facility Usage Information
Crowley Independent School District is pleased to announce a new online facility request and rental system designed to provide a positive user experience for all. With the new system, reservation requests can be submitted easily and will be handled more efficiently. Renters will be able to access photos and descriptions, see real-time availability, get estimated quotes and pay online.
Facility Usage Information: Facility Usage Homepage
Megan Washnock
Textbook | Facilities Coordinator
Email: megan.washnock@crowley.k12.tx.us
Phone: 817-297-5800 -
About Technology Services
Operational Technology Services
• PC Hardware/Software Installation and Repair
• Servers, Data Storage
• Printers
• Active Directory Structure
• Firewall/Virus/Content Filter
• Network Switches and Security
• LAN/WAN
• Exchange E-mail
• Phone Network
Information Services
• PEIMS
• TDAS
• Data Analysis
• SQL Databases and Reporting Services
• Financial and Student Accounting Systems
• Systems Integration
• Application Development
Instructional Materials Allotment Management
• Textbook purchases
• Digital Text
• Harcover Text
• Technology purchases hardware
• Software
Facilities Rentals
• SchoolDude Support
• Customer Invoicing
• Custodial Services
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Classroom Minimum Technology Standards
Crowley ISD has established a minimum technology standand for all classrooms in all campuses for faculty and students.
Teachers
• Laptop and Docking Station 2013
• Dell E6420 is provided for every standard classroom professional.
• 2019 - Dell E7470
Mounted Projector and Speaker
SystemEpson projector mounted in the ceiling and connected to the sound system for the room. These are both able to be connected to the Teacher computer located by the Teachers desk.
Document Camera
Real-time image capture devices for displaying an object to a large audience. This allows a teacher, lecturer or presenter to write on a sheet of paper or to display a two or three dimensional object while the audience watches.
Whiteboards Standard in all classrooms
• Mimio Studio is utilized to create Interactive Whiteboards.
• Blackboard Learning Managment System
• Google and Office 365 Accounts
• Adobe Creative Cloud
Students
• Laptops 1:1 (Ninth through 12th Grade)
• Chromebook carts for classroom use (Pre-K through Eighth Grade)
Google and MS Office 365 accountsE-Mail
• Collaborative programs
• Blackboard Learning Management
• Hosted Electronic Textbook Licensing Management system housing over 200 textbooks and open source documents
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Technology Standards, Policies and Guidelines
In order to assist Crowley ISD campuses with "The Big Six of Organizational Improvement" outlined in the districts "Blueprint for Excellence" the Technology Servcies Department has developed a set of standards, polices, and guidelines to ensure the support of the following:
• Collaboration
• Guaranteed, Viable Curriculum
• Comprehensive Assessment System
• Rapid and Responsive Intervention System
• Talent Development System
• Future Forcused: College and Carreer ReadinessHomepage: Crowley ISD Technology Procurement
Homepage: Crowley ISD District-Wide Software
Homepage: Crowley ISD Computer Software
Homepage: Crowley ISD Computer Hardware
Homepage: Crowley ISD Acceptable Use Policy
Homepage: CISD Digital Review Process -
Student Resources
Homepage: Parent Acceptable Use Form
Must be signed in order to receive a district issued device
Homepage: Student Acceptable Use Form
Must be signed in order to receive a district issued device
Homepage: Student Chromebooks Home
To purchase Insurance go to the link above
Homepage: Student Chromebooks Home
If you lost your charger, you can purchase a new one on this site.
Homepage: Student Chromebooks Home
If you lost your device or it was stolen you need to pay for it. Go to the link above. Once it is paid for, you can contact your campus and checkout a new one.
Homepage: Student Help Home
Need to reset your password. Go to the link above
Homepage: Student Help Home
Issues with Single Sign on Clever or other programs go to the link above. -
Chromebook Repair/Replace
If your CISD device is in need of repair or replacement please contact your campus and setup a time to go to the Library and swap the device out with a different one. Note if there is physical damage or it is determined the device is was broken out of neglect or abuse you might be charged.
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