This long-range state technology plan for North Carolina is the culmination of a series of research and planning efforts on improving student performance and enhancing the teaching/learning process through the effective use of technology. The plan includes the following components: a mission statement and vision; instructional technology initiatives in terms of elementary and secondary school programs and state/classroom curriculum development and instructional management systems; technical infrastructure; personnel; staff development and training; procurement; financial analysis; and monitoring and evaluation. The research and planning process of the plan is also discussed. A list of School Technology Commission members, a statewide technology study process and findings, and appendices are provided. Appendices include the following: alignment of the technology plan with G.S. 115C-102.6A, the relationship of initiatives and model configurations, a staffing/personnel prototype, a sample technology planning guide, and program requirements and statement of assurance of the long-range school district technology plan. In a second section, this document provides technological recommendations and standards; highlights include collaboration, connectivity, hardware and software configurations, and a table of supporting documents. (Author/AEF)