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Committee backs purchase of classroom smart panels from CDW‑G; members sought training and recycling plan
Summary
After receiving three bids (CDW‑G, Bluum, Forte), the committee recommended the district purchase interactive smart panels from CDW‑G to replace older projectors and smart boards; members asked about teacher training, recycling of replaced equipment, and distribution across more than 51 classrooms.
The Finance and Insurance Committee voted to forward to the full board a recommendation to purchase classroom smart-panel devices from CDW‑G.
Committee discussion described the devices as replacements for older projectors and mounted smart boards; a presenter said to "think a TV ... it's like a gigantic iPad," noting that panels on carts make them mobile rather than wall-mounted. Staff said three bids were solicited — CDW‑G, Bluum and Forte — and CDW‑G submitted the lowest bid. Committee members asked how the district will ensure teachers receive training to use the new panels; staff said the recent addition of a library/media specialist position at elementary schools could support instructional-technology coaching.
Members also raised logistics questions, including how the district will recycle replaced equipment and where the 51+ panels will be distributed across classrooms. Staff said recycling logistics would be handled by district technology staff (Jessica) coordinating with a recycler. The committee took a voice vote to forward the purchase recommendation to the full board.
