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District says summer device take-home largely successful; 864 devices not returned
Summary
Technology staff reported results from the summer device take-home: roughly 14,111 devices issued, 864 not yet returned (about 1%), and technical issues when devices were off prevented some software updates. The district plans follow-ups and training for school tech staff.
At the Sept. 22 board meeting technology staff reported on the district’s summer take‑home device program and early device‑return numbers.
Why it matters: The district distributed devices to students so they could access learning tools over the summer and be ready for diagnostics at the start of the school year. Staff said the earlier device rollout this year enabled earlier diagnostics and earlier small-group instruction.
What staff reported
- Participation and returns: The district estimated 14,111 devices went home after a summer take‑home initiative. At the end of the previous school year 5,875 families had opted out…
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