RSS approves $6.6M device contracts
The Rowan-Salisbury Schools Board of Education approved a $6.6 million MacBook device upgrade lease to support the district's 1:1 device program. The plan involves providing MacBook Neos to students and staff, while extending the use of current iPads for an additional year.
The Rowan-Salisbury Schools Board of Education approved a $6.6 million MacBook device upgrade lease. Executive Director of Technology Damien Akelman presented the proposal, which aligns with the district's vision for device sustainability. The plan involves providing 6,700 MacBook Neos to students at $494 per device, and MacBook Airs to certified staff and administrative positions at $979 per device. The district will also extend the use of current iPads for an additional year. The new devices are expected to last four years, and the district will save $50 per device by opting for an alternative protection plan. The total cost includes device protection plans and licensing fees, with the district expecting to maximize its existing investment and reduce immediate replacement costs.
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