Does your school use a 1:1 technology plan? While a 1:1 initiative is the most desirable, it can be stressful once the expensive devices are in the hands of students. Teachers and administrators may find themselves worrying about students losing their school devices, therefore losing district money. We think that GoGuardian is a great program […]
So my original goal was going to be to update everyone on the results of our integration work we did over the summer. This is a fun blog to write because I feel the success of this accomplishment is beyond expectations for everyone. Our original goal was to design a solution that made account creation, […]
All K-12 schools are accustomed to receiving WiFi surveys to ensure that the WiFi will cover all of the necessary areas in the school. When you start doing NWEA and PARCC testing, however, you will need to do some more in depth research. The first step is figuring out how many devices will be in […]
What can Google Stream do for you and your school? How it works Google Stream makes finding and organizing your files easier than ever. It can integrate with both Windows and MacOS devices. Not only is organization easy, but the Cloud will store all of your files, which means they won’t be taking up […]
Students are getting more proficient with technology every day. Cyber bullying is becoming more common, and now there are numerous new ways to circumvent controls. Viruses, malware, and ransomware predators create a big challenge for IT departments. Protecting a student’s identity and providing a safe K-12 environment are constantly becoming more challenging. Websites have been moving […]
Many school districts still have a combination of student and staff devices that consist of Windows, Macs, Chromebooks, and iPads. There are great arguments to be made for each platform. On the surface it is easy to compare pricing when you are planning to purchase new computers. To understand the real cost you must look […]
If you’re a teacher who works at a district with a 1:1 technology implementation, you may worry about students using their devices for personal use instead of for learning. While technology is a great tool to keep students engaged, it also has the potential to distract students if teachers do not have control over the […]
Is your school district limited when it comes to the budget? Do you need more funds to advance technology and create a better learning environment for your students? Technology in schools is on the rise and part of this is thanks to the government funded E-Rate savings program. The E-Rate program was created to make […]
It is easy for school districts to come up with a technology plan without thinking it through. For example, a district might come up with a plan that they want one hundred Chromebooks and fifty iPads, figure out the cost, and then make the purchase. There is much more to it than that if you […]
