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District IT seeks device refresh, AppleCare and funds to sustain robotics, esports and CS programs
Summary
IT and library staff described a five‑year MacBook refresh with Apple Deployment and AppleCare, an infrastructure refresh partly funded through E‑rate, additional technician needs, and an increase in computer‑science and esports supplies to replace classroom equipment purchased in earlier warrant articles.
IT and library staff briefed the committee on March 25 about a planned five‑year device and infrastructure refresh, AppleCare insurance for student devices, an additional technician request and increased recurring spending to sustain robotics, drones, virtual‑reality and esports programs.
Jose D’Souza and Dennis Milano said staff are executing a five‑year MacBook refresh for staff devices and will use an Apple deployment service to preconfigure roughly 675 MacBook Air units for distribution. The plan pairs a phased replacement cycle with AppleCare protection for student devices in grades 6–12; staff described a $50 deductible for replacements under the AppleCare program and said the arrangement has sped replacement times and…
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