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Pembroke technology department urges managed services, cybersecurity and device-refresh plan
Summary
Technology presenter outlined FY26 priorities including strengthening cybersecurity through managed services, device replacement cycles for grades 2/6/9, network upgrades, and ongoing staffing and operational achievements; presenter cited Department of Homeland Security threat concerns and a local cybersecurity assessment.
Mike Tinker, presenter for the district technology budget, reviewed current infrastructure, cybersecurity risks and FY26 priorities at the Feb. 25 Pembroke School Committee meeting.
Tinker described an era of rapid technological change, saying “we're in a time of exponential growth in technology.” He cited a 2024 Department of Homeland Security assessment that named K–12 systems as frequent ransomware targets and said that defending the district’s networks and student data requires continuous work and modern practices.
Tinker presented the technology department’s scope: roughly 3,600 end users; phone systems, security cameras and access fobs; 250 audio-visual endpoints; hundreds to thousands of student and staff devices; and more than 100 education software products supporting assessments and instruction. He…
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