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District considers 2Gb E‑Rate upgrade and rush purchase of Chromebooks amid supply squeeze
Summary
District technology staff recommended upgrading to a 2 Gbps E‑Rate connection and warned of a national shortage and price spike for student devices; staff urged the board to consider a time-limited purchase of about 300 Chromebooks from a local vendor to avoid higher future costs.
District technology staff told the board the district is currently on a 1 Gbps connection and proposed upgrading to a 2 Gbps E‑Rate‑funded line to reduce occasional lag during peak use. The vendor quote discussed was roughly $1,459.80 per month pre‑discount; with the district's typical 60% E‑Rate discount, the local cost would be substantially lower.
On devices, Mr. Davis said the market for end‑user devices has tightened…
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