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Springdale IT reports summer device refresh, new backup service and forms AI task force to study uses
Summary
The district replaced about 3,000 Chromebooks, moved to a managed backup service, and announced an AI task force with first meeting planned for early September and a December showcase deadline.
The Springdale School District technology director reported on Aug. 12 that the district replaced roughly 3,000 Chromebooks over the summer, repaired hundreds more, and implemented a managed backup solution while forming an AI task force to study how generative tools might be used in teaching and operations.
The technology presentation said the district "replaced or life cycled, oh, about 3,000 Chromebooks" and shipped the retired devices to resellers to recoup some costs. The department reported it…
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