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Board hears preliminary 2026-27 technology budget; Chromebook pricing, insurance and licensing discussed
Summary
District technology staff previewed the 2026-27 technology budget, citing software cost increases and higher device prices; board members questioned device pricing, insurance uptake and multi-year licensing options.
District technology staff presented the preliminary 2026-27 technology budget on Jan. 12, telling the board that two of the budget's largest drivers are annual software licensing increases and the cost of student devices.
Staff said annual software increases are typically in the 5%–8% range for critical systems such as PowerSchool, and that device unit costs have risen in recent…
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