Why This Plan Matters

Board Policy 3220 requires our district to maintain a local technology plan aligned with state and federal expectations.
While CHCCS has followed the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan, we have not had a district-specific plan that reflects our unique instructional priorities and community values.

The CMSi Curriculum Audit (May 2023) confirmed what many already knew:

• Our infrastructure and 1:1 access are strong.

• Technology integration into instruction varies widely.

• Strategic planning and evaluation for digital learning need to be strengthened.

The CHCCS Digital Learning Plan will close those gaps by ensuring that technology decisions are driven by instructional goals, equity, and student learning outcomes.

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Guiding Question

In our current learning environments, what are the strengths and challenges related to digital learning in CHCCS that we must consider as we create our Digital Learning Plan?

This question centers every discussion in the coalition’s work—keeping the focus on teaching, learning, and access for all students.

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About the Process

The Digital Learning Plan will be created through a collaborative, transparent process involving educators, families, students, and community partners.
The coalition is using the TregoED SCAN protocol to gather data, analyze priorities, and shape recommendations. Each step builds toward a comprehensive plan that reflects the voices of our schools and community.

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Coalition Participants

The Digital Learning Plan Planning Guiding Coalition includes representation from across the district:

• Teachers and Instructional Coaches

• Instructional Technology Facilitators (ITFs)

• Librarians

• Principals and Assistant Principals

• Parents and Community Members

• Assistive Technology Staff

• Instructional Services, Equity & Engagement staff

• Information Technology (IT) Department

• Exceptional Children (EC) and Student Services

• University, NCDPI and district advisors

This cross-section of voices ensures the plan is grounded in classroom practice, technical expertise, and community priorities. We will also gather additional input and/or feedback from additional members of our community at different points throughout our planning process.

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Timeline & Development Roadmap

Phase 1 – Situational Appraisal (October 20, 2025)

Coalition members use the TregoED SCAN process to identify the district’s current strengths, challenges, and opportunities related to digital learning.

Phase 2 – Analysis & Domain Mapping (November 3, 2025)

Findings from Phase 1 are organized into the five domains of the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan:
Leadership, Teaching & Learning, Professional Learning, Data & Assessment, and Infrastructure.

Phase 3 – Draft Framework (December 10, 2025)

The coalition drafts a framework that defines the vision, goals, and measurable outcomes for the CHCCS Digital Learning Plan.

Phase 4 – Refinement & Feedback (Jan–March 2026)

Departments and stakeholder groups review the draft plan to ensure alignment, feasibility, and clarity. The Board will review a near-final version in March.

Phase 5 – Adoption & Publication (April 2026)

A final plan will be presented to the Board of Education and shared publicly through this website, including an easy-to-read community version.

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Resources & Reference Materials

Below are key documents and links that support the coalition’s work:

• October 2nd - Board of Education Presentation

• North Carolina Digital Learning Plan

• Board Policy 3220 – Technology in the Educational Program

• CMSi Curriculum Audit Summary (2023)

• CHCCS Strategic Plan

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Meeting Updates

After each coalition session, summaries will be posted here highlighting major takeaways and next steps.

Coming soon:

• October 20 — Highlights from the Situational Appraisal

• November 3 — Key findings and themes by domain

• December 10 — Draft framework preview

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Community Feedback

We want to hear from you!
Please share your thoughts, ideas, or questions using the form below:

Submit Feedback Form

Your input will be reviewed and used to inform the coalition’s ongoing work.

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Progress & Accountability

We’re committed to transparency and continuous improvement.
This web page will track our progress as the plan develops and share key milestones, including:

• Meeting summaries and findings

• Draft and final versions of the Digital Learning Plan

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News & Communications

Stay updated on key developments through CHCCS district communications.
We’ll post:

• Board updates and presentations

• Coalition meeting recaps

• Announcements about opportunities for family and community input

Meeting Highlights – October 20, 2025

Phillips Middle School Library
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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Purpose of the Coalition

The CHCCS Digital Learning Plan Guiding Coalition convened for its first session to begin shaping a comprehensive districtwide Digital Learning Plan that aligns with Board Policy 3220 and the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan.

This plan will guide how technology supports instruction, equity, and access across all schools and stakeholder groups.

Our shared purpose:

To create a digital learning plan that empowers CHCCS educators, students, and families through a student-centered approach to technology use.

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Guiding Question

In our current learning environments, what are the strengths and challenges related to digital learning in CHCCS that we must consider as we create our Digital Learning Plan?

This question framed all discussions and activities throughout the day.

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Meeting Resources

Agenda
Slide Presentation

(These materials provide a full overview of the day’s activities and discussion prompts.)

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What We Did

Participants representing parents, teachers, principals, ITFs, librarians, instructional coaches, district leaders, and Board members collaborated using the TregoED Situational Appraisal (SCAN) protocol to:

• Identify strengths and challenges related to digital learning across CHCCS.

• Consider issues through multiple perspectives (instructional, equity, technical, and family).

• Prioritize areas based on seriousness, urgency, and growth potential.

• Begin defining focus areas that will inform our next phase of work on November 3.

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Key Themes: Strengths

• Strong infrastructure and access: CHCCS maintains a 1:1 student-to-device ratio with reliable network systems.
• Committed staff and leadership: Educators are eager to integrate technology, and school leaders support digital learning innovation.
• Robust tools and systems: Platforms such as Infinite Campus, Clever, and GoGuardian support instruction, communication, and safety.
• Digital citizenship and equity focus: Digital safety, privacy, and responsible use are emphasized across grade levels.
   

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Key Themes: Challenges

• Instructional consistency: Technology integration and expectations vary widely across schools and classrooms.
• Professional learning time: Teachers need more job-embedded opportunities to explore and apply digital tools effectively.
• Balance and purpose: Concerns about screen time and the number of tools students use daily.
• Sustainability: Ongoing maintenance, staffing, and resource alignment require long-term planning.

Communication and family engagement: Families want clearer, more consistent communication about digital tools and learning platforms.

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Next Steps

The coalition will reconvene on November 3, 2025, to:

• Review and analyze the SCAN findings.

• Begin mapping priorities to the five domains of the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan:

  1. Leadership and Vision

  2. Human Capacity

  3. Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

  4. Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

  5. Technology, Infrastructure, and Devices

This work will guide the creation of a draft Digital Learning Plan framework during the December 10 session.

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In the Room

Participants represented every corner of our district community, including:

• Parents and guardians

• Classroom teachers

• Principals and assistant principals

• ITFs, librarian, and central office staff

• Board of Education members 

Their collective voices ensure that the CHCCS Digital Learning Plan reflects the district’s commitment to engagement, equity, and innovation.

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Thank You

We appreciate every coalition member for your thoughtful participation and insight.
Your voices are shaping the future of digital learning for CHCCS students.