The MSDWT Technology Departments’ mission is to provide secure real-time, accurate, reliable, easy-to-use anytime, anywhere access to the information necessary to empower all stakeholders, enhance a lifelong learning environment, and to enable wise data driven decision-making. Our charter is to empower the community with 21st Century skills. MSDWT Technology Services is charged with ensuring the data is available and that equipment needed to access and make use of the information is functional.
The MSDWT Technology Department is responsible for supporting the District’s central complex of software and hardware, information/communication network, instructional equipment, and technology staff development. Functions include instructional support, systems support, applications program development, computer room operations, user support, and network support. The Department provides all technical support, computer repair, help desk support, programming, Internet/intranet access support, and operates 10 hours a day, five days a week, with staff available 10 hours a day, Monday through Friday.
Technology Services provides service to over 10,000 students (preschool through high school) and 800+ teachers and administrators by supporting the online systems and the processing of curricular applications.
Technology Team

Mike Kneebone
Technology Director
x77229

Mary Itamura
Admin Assistant
x77261

Mike Caulfield
Tech Maint. Coordinator
x77287

Ryan Clingler
Allisonville and Clearwater Tech
x11222

Carrie Clouse
Central Technician
x77284

Steve Darbro
North Central Tech
x77206

Chris Fillmore
JEL Tech
x13312

Silas Franklin
Technology Coordinator
x45873 x16194

Scott Hannan
Infrastructure Manager
x77229

Nate Hart
Crooked Creek & Fox Hill Tech
x13210

Kristen Hinds
North Central Tech
x45875

Stacey Hutte
Student Information Specialist
x77248

Diana Juarez
Nora & Spring Mill Tech
x16194

Joe Longenecker
Technology Supervisor
x77181

Dan Mayorga
Technology Coordinator
x77274

Matt Neighbors
Westlane Tech
x23113

Diana Phillips
Student Data Supervisor
x77275

Mike Poindexter
Central Technician
x77182

Lynn Remington
Student Data Specialist
x77212

Matthew Skaggs
Tech Integration Coordinator
x77228

Aaron Smith
Northview Tech
x22125

Akapop Sripakdee
Technology Coordinator
x77296

Somkiat Sripakdee
Eastwood Tech
x11222

Debbie Thomas
Central Technician
x77279

Nancy Thomas
Tech Assets Manager
x77256

Tim Toepp
Network Supervisor
x45328

Beacher Ward
Greenbriar & Willow Lake Tech
x17173

Matt Whitt
Audio Visual Technician
x77225

Crystal Wright
Tech Integration Specialist
x77270
MSD of Washington Township’s Vision for 21st Century Learning
The information below provides practical insights and best practices for ensuring educators and students do not inadvertently violate the MSD Washington Township’s (MSDWT) Responsible Use Policy of Technology or any privacy laws related to Generative AI use.
Washington Township Schools is committed to ensuring the Elevate Core Target Practices of all students, which entails recognizing the role of technology and the internet in their educational journey. With the emergence of new artificial intelligence technologies, it is crucial to acknowledge that these tools are being made available without a complete understanding of their capabilities or the benefits they can bring to teaching and learning.
To navigate this landscape effectively, Washington Township Schools collaborates with experts and resources such as the TeachAI Framework and CoSN AI Readiness Checklist to remain updated on the latest developments of these emerging technologies and their applications in education. As we embark on this journey, we invite you to join us in building your knowledge and understanding of Generative AI. As the technology continues to innovate and grow, we will continue to update this page with our philosophy, considerations, and resources.
Digital Literacy
- Generative AI tools collect and use the information with no user control over how the information is used.
- MSDWT’s internet filter, ContentKeeper, implements measures to prevent minors' access to inappropriate internet content and utilizes a vetting process for digital learning resources to comply with federal, state, and local laws and policies. ContentKeeper currently allows Generative AI tools for staff as the division continues to learn more about Generative AI tools.
- Many Generative AI tools collect user data, share data with third parties, and implement age restrictions, such as requiring users to be 18 or older or requiring parental consent. Staff should reference the district’s Technology policy and the Staff Responsible Use Policy on the district website and ask questions as needed.
- Generative AI tools work by predicting the most likely word to complete the task, possibly producing false information, also known as hallucinations.
Our responsibility is to...
- Exercise caution when utilizing Generative AI tools and refrain from entering student personally identifiable information (PII) or other student educational records that break student privacy law.
- Model, educate, supervise, and monitor the appropriate usage of devices, systems, networks, and new technologies, including Generative AI and Internet access. These actions should be in strict adherence to MSDWT’s Responsible Use Policy.
- Review terms and privacy policies before creating an account or using a digital resource.
- Check to verify the information provided by AI tools is accurate.
Digital Literacy
- Plagiarism is when you take someone else's work or ideas as your own. It doesn’t matter if the work is created by Generative AI or copied from a website or other source.
- Generative AI tools collect and use the information with no user control over how the information is used.
- Generative AI tools may not identify where the information it generates comes from, limiting your ability to verify accurate information and credible sources.
- MSDWT’s internet filter, ContentKeeper, prevents access to inappropriate internet content. Currently, ContentKeeper allows Generative AI tools for students and staff.
- Generative AI tools work by predicting the most likely word to complete the task, possibly producing false information, also known as hallucinating. Ensure you always check to verify the information provided by AI tools is accurate.
- Many Generative AI tools collect user data, share data with third parties, and implement age restrictions, such as requiring users to be 18 or older or requiring parental consent. Students should adhere to the MSDWT Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
Our responsibility is to...
- Give credit, and cite sources, when you use someone else's work or ideas as a part of your own.
- Avoid using personal information like full names, addresses, or phone numbers to protect your and others' privacy and digital presence.
- Verify the accuracy and credibility of a source before trusting the information created by Generative AI, as with any information source.
- Double-check new content created by Generative AI tools to ensure the information accurately reflects what you intended.
- Ask questions and discuss Generative AI tools with a teacher or family member first.
- K-8 MSDWT Student/Parent Handbook (pages 42 and 44)
- NCHS Handbook (pages 7 and 17)
Digital Literacy
- Families should talk with kids about how to use Generative AI tools appropriately and responsibly.
- Many digital tools collect user data, share data with third parties, and implement age restrictions, requiring users to be 18 or older or require parental consent.
- Generative AI tools work by predicting the most likely word to complete the task, possibly producing false information, also known as hallucinating. Ensure you always check to verify the information provided by AI tools is accurate.
- Washington Township’s internet filter, ContentKeeper, implements measures to prevent minors' access to inappropriate internet content and utilizes a vetting process for digital learning resources to comply with federal, state, and local laws and policies. ContentKeeper currently allows all staff, and teacher-driven Generative AI tools for high school students
Our responsibility is to...
- Explore AI tools together.
- Be aware of any age restrictions in place and ensure that the content accessed is suitable for the intended audience. One can find age restriction information in the Terms of Service.
- Double-check new content created by Generative AI tools to ensure the information is accurate and reflects what you intended. Many Generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, do not provide source citations for the content it generates.
Contact Us
MSD of Washington Township – Technology Department
1595 East 86th St. Indianapolis, IN 46240
Phone: (317) 205–3332 x77261