Introduction

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October 21, 2011

Dear Salem R-80 Teachers and Facilitators,

My name is Philip Giacomelli, and I am writing you today to discuss my role as the Instructional Technology Consultant for the Salem R-80 School District. It is with great excitement, encouragement and anticipation I write to you of a greater tomorrow as we embark on the journey together to begin implementing instructional strategies incorporating technology effectively and efficiently among the learning community and your classroom environment. As the Instructional Technology Consultant, I will provide you with opportunities to meet one-on-one during instruction or if preferred during scheduled office hours. I will also be available by phone, email, text or via the wiki site set-up to promote collaboration among the entire Salem R-80 learning community.

A survey was recently sent to you via email regarding technology and the implementation level at which you utilize technology within your classroom. I look forward to hearing your response, and also hope that you find this service of utmost benefit to you and the learning environment. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions as we begin the process of evaluating together the effective use of technology in the classroom.

As this process begins, I am looking forward to visiting your classrooms to see how you are utilizing the technology within lesson planning, instruction, and assessment. Again, please do not hesitate to ask if you have any further questions as I begin working with you. I look forward to learning with you to enhance the overall educational experience of your students.

Sincerely,

S. Philip Giacomelli Instructional Technology Consultant 573-247-7878; call or text philipgiacomelli@yahoo.com http://technology-in-edu.wikispaces.com