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Board hears plan to move to 1:1 device ownership; T‑Mobile option for 2,200 devices discussed
Summary
District technology staff described a move toward assigned student devices (1:1 ownership), potential switch to Windows devices for freshmen, insurance and accountability measures, cybersecurity work (ClassLink, Intune, annual assessments) and a proposed T‑Mobile arrangement to provide up to 2,200 devices; trustees pressed for clear tracking, consequences and parent communication.
District technology leaders described a proposal to shift toward student‑assigned devices that students would take home and be responsible for, and staff outlined security and accountability steps the district would pair with that approach.
"We're looking at Microsoft devices or some sort of Windows device," Director Hernandez said, explaining the district seeks devices beyond Chromebooks for incoming high‑school freshmen and that the change requires increased accountability and insurance. Hernandez cited an estimated…
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