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District IT presents 1:1 device review, YouTube block for K–5; board approves Chromebook refresh with lease
Summary
CUSD 200 IT director reported findings from a 1:1 Chromebook review, announced a YouTube block for grades K–5 and parental opt‑in for 6–12, and the board approved a Chromebook refresh and related equipment lease.
District 200’s Department of Innovation and Technology updated the board April 9 on the district’s 1:1 Chromebook program, usage patterns, and next steps for artificial intelligence guidance and device management — and the board approved a purchase of student devices to refresh Chromebooks and to support new career pathway courses.
Jason Spencer, director of innovation and technology (presenting to the board), said Chromebooks are used daily across grades 1–5 and estimated average device use at the elementary level at about 55 minutes per day across the school day. "In general, Chromebooks are used daily across the system," Spencer said. He reported that younger grades use devices less than older elementary grades and that…
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