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New technology director outlines network upgrades, cybersecurity and operational savings
Summary
Matt Ryan was introduced as Salt Creek SD 48’s new Technology Director and briefed the board on plans to double network speed, add a fallback internet connection, expand cybersecurity measures, and implement inventory and help-desk improvements.
The district introduced Matt Ryan as the new Salt Creek School District 48 Technology Director and heard a summary of ongoing and planned technology upgrades intended to improve reliability, cybersecurity and cost control.
"Ms. Jilek introduced Matt Ryan, the new Salt Creek School District 48 Technology Director. Mr. Ryan presented an update on ongoing and future technology upgrades designed to improve operational efficiency, reliability, cybersecurity, and long-term cost management across the District," the minutes state. Ryan highlighted efforts to reduce cell-phone costs, move to one-rate copier leases, manage Chromebooks through a lease model, double network speed, add a redundant internet connection, and implement cybersecurity protections and a student help desk.
Board members did not take formal action but asked staff to return with implementation timelines and cost estimates as those plans proceed.
