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District says advancing Chromebook purchase saved about $85,000; S&P rates refunding bonds A-
Summary
Cedar Springs Public Schools reported roughly $85,000 in savings after purchasing Chromebook and staff devices before a steep price increase; administrators also summarized key elements of the governor's proposed 2026–27 education budget and said the district received an A- long-term S&P rating on its 2026 refunding bond.
Marti, presenting the board's financial update, told trustees the district saved about $85,000 by completing a planned technology refresh last year before manufacturers raised prices.
"The Chromebook price went up ... from $225 per unit up to $380," Marti said, "so we realized significant savings by taking action when we did." She said the savings applied to 500 student Chromebooks and…
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