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Creighton board approves $2.8 million iPad purchase after debate on testing, device lifecycle and screen time
Summary
After a lengthy discussion about bond rules, testing windows and classroom device use, the Creighton School District governing board approved a $2.8 million purchase of Apple iPads for district refresh by a 3–2 vote; two members voted no, citing effectiveness and timing concerns.
The Creighton School District governing board voted 3–2 to approve a $2.8 million purchase of Apple iPads to refresh classroom technology, resolving a debate over allowable bond uses, device lifespan and the role of tablets in instruction.
President Carrillo moved the purchase from a HOBY contract and Miss Shapiro seconded the motion; the board recorded nays from Mister Jones and Miss Marquez before the motion passed 3–2. The president framed the vote as a budget and lifecycle decision rather than a curriculum change.
Superintendent Mann explained technical and security reasons for replacing aging devices, saying the district is “approaching…
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