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District reports 1-to-1 device rollout, device ratios and breakage; technology leaders outline budget strategy
Summary
Technology director Brian Bloomer presented the district’s 1-to-1 device program, describing device ratios (Chromebooks 2–12; K–1 limited devices), a 5-year Chromebook lifecycle, a 22% districtwide breakage rate for the year and a bond-funded budget strategy that uses leasing to smooth peaks and valleys in device funding.
The district’s technology director, Brian Bloomer, presented an overview of the 1-to-1 device program and related bond-funded technology investments.
Key points from the presentation and Q&A: - Device standards and ratios: Chromebooks are issued 1-to-1 for grades 2–12; kindergarten and first grade currently have 10 devices per homeroom (the director said this has proven insufficient in places and is under review); elementary libraries receive a 15-Chromebook cart per site; pre-K uses iPads. - Lifecycle and warranties: Chromebooks are on a 5-year lifecycle; the district purchases a 4-year unlimited accidental-damage protection (ADP) plan from the vendor and pays…
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