Title and Board Action Requested
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Presentation of the Expansion of Canvas-Instructure District License for Grades 3-12
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Executive Summary
The Supervisor of Instructional Technology, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby requests the Board to review the presentation on the expansion of Canvas-Instructure District License for Grades 3-12. This investment aims to establish a dedicated Learning Management System (LMS) for all content areas within our district.
With the implementation of Canvas-LMS, students will benefit from seamless access to learning resources, ensuring instructional continuity regardless of their location. They will have the capability to submit various types of assignments and receive timely feedback from teachers, thereby enhancing the teaching and learning experience.
Furthermore, teachers will gain access to advanced tools such as “SpeedGrader” for efficient grading and feedback, grade “passback” to Skyward, and robust analytics tools to pinpoint areas of concern. By centralizing curriculum and resources, Canvas-LMS integrates publisher online offerings and other district-adopted instructional technology applications, including Nearpod, Seesaw, and Microsoft 365, simplifying student access to educational materials. The adoption of Canvas-LMS will also strengthen the K-20 educational continuum. As the preferred learning management system in higher education, it creates a familiar and consistent learning environment for students transitioning from K-12.
Beyond classroom use, Canvas-LMS can also facilitate professional learning and ensure compliance with employee requirements throughout the district. Moreover, it enhances educational transparency by allowing parents to access not only their students’ scores on submitted assignments but also the actual submissions and teacher feedback, enabling them to monitor their children’s academic progress effectively.
The proposed one-year District License comes at a cost of $156,080.00, with Hernando eSchool contributing $35,340.00 for eSchool-specific features. After adjustments, the total cost will be $120,740.00. Funding for this initiative will be sourced from Technology Millage and depends on the continued collection of this revenue stream. In the event of changes or discontinuation of the Millage, alternative funding avenues will be explored.
This investment in Canvas-LMS represents a comprehensive solution to enhance teaching and learning outcomes across our district, fostering a more streamlined and effective educational experience for all stakeholders.
My Contact
Jesse Diaz
Supervisor of Instructional Technology
352-797-7000 ext. 150
diaz_j@hcsb.k12.fl.us
2023-28 Strategic Focus Area
Priority 1: Student Success
Financial Impact
See attached budget sheet.
If expenditure is not currently budgeted, this will serve as the budget amendment when Board approved. If the agenda item includes the purchase of goods or services, the funds requested are an anticipated amount and may fluctuate depending on such factors as current market conditions, product availability, additional funding sources, and the needs of the District. Should the actual cost exceed the anticipated amount, the Board approves the additional cost, after review by the superintendent, but not in excess of the funds available in the site’s approved annual budget.