SIM Education Initiative Committee

Nov. 2^nd, 2007

1-3 pm

Agenda

Meeting Objectives –

MINUTES

1. Describe the purpose of the SIM Education Initiative Subcommittee [4 current “projects”] -- Jack

a. Chapter Event Highlighting Education [Jan 7 2007; Omni Park West Hotel; 5:30 pm-9 pm] - Jack & Steve

Jay Reed’s Comments/WesCunninghams Calls to Action

Colby Springer’s Comment: Who Should Attend; What will you Learn: Call to Action

b. Future Potential of IT Profession -- Caren, Dennis, Jack

c. Teacher Initiatives - Cobly, Jack, Cookie

d. Curriculum Initiatives - Jack, John, Chang

2. Understand the DISD current program and objectives

a. Tour and briefing by Marty Thompson)

3. Discuss the program's successes and challenges

4. Discuss the program's future goals and challenges

5. Discuss possible ways that SIM might assist with a commitment to get back

with Ms. Thompson after discussion with the full Education Committee

Note: from Jay Reed: The good news is that I connected with the City of Frisco, and it sounds like they have some exciting stuff to discuss. I am seeking timing for when everyone can meet with them in the next couple of weeks. They are in the process of a career oriented education center (that will have a principal) with a technology section. They claim that it will be the best in the state, and are very excited about partnering with SIM in any way possible. http://www.friscoisd.org/schools/CTE/index.htm

[Wes Cunningham, Principal, Frisco ISD CTE Center; 469-633-6223 or 5779]

Dr. Jack D. Becker

HOST:

Martha (Marty) Thompson, Director & Dean

Denton ISD Advanced Technology Complex

1504 Long Rd

Denton TX 76207

940-369-4851

SIM Members Present: Colby Springer (minutes), Jack Becker, Jay Reed

Interesting Powerpoints on TX Education Initiatives:

1. TBEC July 2007
2. TBEA Update 2007

NOTE: Minutes will be posted here