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Technology office recommends district Chromebook leasing, stepped hardware replacement cycles and stronger cyber posture
Summary
The technology department recommended moving from ownership to a four‑year device lease for Chromebooks, establishing multi‑year replacement cycles for school hardware, and boosting cybersecurity and network investments; staff said the Chromebook lease model would cost about $10 million annually.
Chief Technology Officer Mr. Longworth presented the FY2026 technology overview on Feb. 4, urging a shift from the current ownership model for student Chromebooks to a predictable four‑year lease model that would include accidental‑damage coverage and change how repair services are budgeted.
Longworth said the division currently owns most devices, which leads to staggered warranty expirations, unpredictable repair costs, and an operational practice of cannibalizing older devices for parts to meet service‑level goals. He proposed a device lease costing roughly $8…
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