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Board renews Block C student‑monitoring license for roughly $18,000

5047316 · May 15, 2025

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FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT approved a one‑year renewal of the Block C monitoring software at an estimated $17,755–$18,000 (about $7.88 per student), to be paid from the district budget.

The FORREST CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Board approved a one‑year renewal of the district’s Block C student‑monitoring license.

District staff recommended renewal to maintain the software used for controlling and monitoring student device activity. The superintendent said the per‑student rate is $7.88; with tax the district’s estimate was approximately $18,000 (the speaker spoke to a figure in the $17,700–$18,000 range during discussion). The board approved the renewal on a roll‑call vote.

Board members asked for clarification during discussion and confirmed the district will include tax in the purchase price; no board member opposed the motion.