Board approves Mosyle mobile device management contract for Apple devices at $118,970.50
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Summary
The board approved a $118,970.50 contract for the district’s mobile device management (MDM) platform to manage Apple devices, enabling centralized app distribution, configuration and security; the contract will be used to support teachers, staff and students across the district.
The board approved the district’s proposed mobile device management platform contract to manage Apple devices across schools.
A technology staff member asked the board to approve renewal of the district’s MDM platform (Mosyle Manager), describing it as the district’s central console to configure, secure and update iPads, Macs and other Apple devices. The presenter said the system allows IT staff to push apps and settings, lock or wipe lost devices, set web and app access during class time, and speed large deployments.
The nut graf: Staff said the platform reduces device downtime, centralizes updates, supports Apple Classroom features for teachers and helps protect student and district data. Teachers can use the system to import class rosters and manage student devices in the classroom, the presenter added.
Cost and vote: The contract price presented was $118,970.50, exclusive of a 6.75% sales tax; the board approved the contract by roll call vote.
Board questions focused on who uses the system and whether teachers can leverage it for classroom management. Staff confirmed teachers can use the platform for Apple Classroom features and to limit web/app access during lessons. The board approved the contract with a unanimous roll call vote.
