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District technology team outlines device repairs, interactive panels and network upgrades
Summary
Greenfield's tech staff described in‑house device repairs, replacement of more than 120 projectors with interactive panels (eight‑year warranty), hotspot distribution, VR/3D projects and E‑rate‑funded network improvements during a featured presentation to the board.
The Greenfield Union School District technology department presented a broad overview of its operations and plans at the board meeting on May 14, describing an emphasis on in‑house device repairs, classroom interactive panels and network resilience.
The presenter said the team completes most device repairs internally to save costs and reduce downtime and noted a large summer project replacing projectors with interactive panels across classrooms: "We replaced over 120 displays that year. It was a busy summer but we really really enjoyed it and it was a big cost saving as well." The department highlighted an eight‑year warranty on those panels and a five‑year device‑replacement plan that staggers upgrades districtwide.
The presentation covered classroom accessibility (auditory assistive microphones), student opportunities (3D printers, VR headsets, esports and a drone club) and tech‑education programs in which students perform Chromebook repairs and run inventory checks. The department also discussed network infrastructure and E‑rate funding: category 1 funds cover about 90% of internet connectivity costs while category 2 supports networking hardware; staff said they are holding some category‑2 spending pending unification decisions so funds can be applied where most needed.
Trustees asked questions about repair cost trends; staff said per‑device repair costs have risen from about $260 previously to around $330 on recent quotes. The board praised the technology team’s outreach and invited staff to continue seeking grant opportunities for infrastructure resilience such as battery backups and solar options.
The presentation concluded with recognition of a long‑serving technology employee and a short break for staff photos. The board later approved routine agenda items and moved into action business.
