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Ambridge board approves 150-device Chromebook pilot after extended discussion
Summary
The Ambridge Area School District board approved a pilot purchase of 150 Chromebooks at a total cost of $63,772.50, authorizing carts for each building and a phased rollout; the decision followed questions about kindergarten use, teacher consultation and budget impacts.
The Ambridge Area School District Board of Directors voted to approve a districtwide pilot of 150 Chromebooks and accessories at a total cost of $63,772.50, using state-contracted pricing, during its Feb. 19 regular meeting.
Board members and staff discussed deployment, teacher input and budget impacts before the vote. The pilot will place device carts in each building for school use; devices will not be assigned to individual students and are intended for classroom use and as spares for mandated online testing. Board members were told the district expects a multi-year phased rollout to replace…
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