Technology Department

Purpose and Duties

The Technology Department for Dickson County Schools is responsible for servicing over 2,500 computers as well as over 20 servers, numerous types of software, printers, projectors and other multimedia components. The Technology Department also manages the district's network and phone system. 

The purpose of the Technology Department is to help teachers and students use technology as an educational tool.  In an effort to help us better assist everyone we ask that all requests for technology assistance be submitted through our Help Desk Ticket System.  This system allows us to monitor the status of each request.  

Equipment

Technology can be a powerful teaching tool and here at Dickson County it is very important to stay current with the latest changes in the technology field. Currently, refurbished computers are being purchased to replace old and outdated computer systems. The administration for the school system has found that these are the most economical and cost effective way to update computers. HP has become the primary computer in the Dickson County school system although other brands can still be found throughout the schools.

If you'd like to donate computers we ask that they have at least Windows XP operating system and a minimum of 2G of RAM. Some older computers can still be found throughout the county but these will eventually be phased out through the replacement program.

Staff

Director of Technology/Career and Technical Education

At this time, the Technology Director for Dickson County Schools is a split position serving as both Career & Technical Education and Technology Directors.

The Director of Career & Technical Education is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring the Career & Technical Education (CTE) program for the district.  The director develops curriculum, provides staff development, submits state and federal reports, and prepares/monitors the CTE budget. The goal of Career & Technical Education is to connect classroom learning with career skills that will equip students as they enter post-secondary education and employment.

The primary responsibility of the Technology Director is to provide for the planning and implementation of technology to improve teaching, learning, communication, and school management. The Technology Director coordinates and collaborates with curriculum directors, principals and teaching staff to provide key services and equipment that will enhance student learning. The Technology Director also oversees the large network, consulting with Technology staff to ensure network connectivity and reliability.

Cindy Gilliland - Technology and Career & Technical Director, B.S Business Administration, B.S Secondary Education, M.Ed Administration & Supervision, +30 Career & Technical Education
MOUS certified
IAAP certified
Additional Student Management Roles
Mid Cumberland Reginal Users Group (RUG) Leader
Tennessee Attendance Study Council Secretary

Technical Staff 

The Technology Department employs skilled and experienced staff to meet the needs of the county's large computer network. Currently there are 2 full time technicians on staff with Dickson County Schools and 2 half-time technicians who have duties in other departments. Technicians are responsible for testing, implementing, troubleshooting and repairing all areas of technology.

Dickson County also includes the district's student management division in the Technology Department. The student data manager monitors and maintains accurate reporting between the student management program and the Tennessee Education Information System (EIS.) Additionally, the student data manager provides continued communication and training for administrators and personnel responsible for student data reporting.

Scott Malugin - Network Administrator/Computer Technician, Phone Switch Specialist
A+ Certified
Network+ Certified
Member of Tech Dept - since 1999

Marylin Estes - Computer Technician, Helpdesk and Email Account Manager
Microsoft Certified System Engineer - NT, 2000 Certified
A+ Certified
Certified Novell Administrator
Member of Tech Dept - since 2005

Tammy Spicer - Career & Technical Specialist, Web Designer
A.A.S. Computer Information Systems - Computer Programming
Certified Novell Administrator
Member of Tech Dept - since 2005

Randy Brison - Student Data Manager, Reach/Gradebook Portal Specialist
English, M.Ed
Member of Tech Dept - since 2011

Thom Spicer - Computer Technician, School Nutrition Specialist
4+ years School Nutrition experience
Member of Tech Dept - since 2011