Purpose

Our goal is to identify and disseminate best practices targeting technology integration into teaching and learning, by:

• providing a forum for networking and collaborative work,
• focusing on exemplary staff development skills,
• modeling effective instructional strategies using emerging technologies,
• focusing on Framework for 21st Century Learning (Learning and Innovation Skills for 2007-08),
• internalizing NETS for Students.

• Learn how to use effective staff development strategies.
• Learn how to integrate technology into our jobs and the classroom.
• Learn about emerging technologies.
• Share professional expertise to extend and enhance each other’s skills and knowledge.
• Share new knowledge and skills learned through cadre gatherings with other members of your organization and/or with the customers served by your organization.
• Commit to the cadre meetings for one year.
• Create a climate that is collaborative, informal, hands-on and respectful.