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In today’s school districts, balancing tight budgets with growing tech demands is a challenge. Many ask: “How can we optimize E-Rate and Title 1 funding while managing and future-proofing our network infrastructure?” Enter the Co-Managed Internal Broadband Approach—an innovative, collaborative model tailored to support educational networks, without replacing your IT team. With Co-Managed MIBS, districts gain access to industry expertise for seamless network management—from break-fix support and upgrades to configuration backups and proactive monitoring. This partnership means your school stays at the forefront of tech while keeping full control over decisions, creating a proactive, not reactive, environment that enhances the experience for students and staff alike. 💡 Want to understand how Co-Managed MIBS can transform your school district's approach to technology? Read our latest blog to dive deeper into the benefits! 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q02SX2Gk0 #EdTech #SchoolDistricts #BroadbandSolutions #E-Rate #NetworkInfrastructure #TechForEducation #NorthriverIT

As you introduce new tech across your district, there’s one critical piece that must go along with it: #ProfessionalDevelopment. See how it can help close the digital divide. #K12Education

In the early 2000s, tech boomed in public spaces like libraries and universities leading to installations of group media stations and computer rooms. In some spaces the adaptation was too successful, and when the pandemic hit, individual, safe, and private study and learning options were lacking. So how do we balance collaborative and individual solutions in our space? Here are a few tips:

❌ Limited support ❌ Lack of new features ❌ Challenges to security and compliance Sound familiar? Legacy technology burdens higher education institutions with many costs, limitations, and liabilities, creating a serious operational and business need to modernize technology on campus. Read our recent blog post to gain a better understanding of the true costs and risks of old tech: https://bit.ly/4cbrtIo #highered #legacytechnology #moderntechnology #campusoperations

Summer is the perfect time for school technology leaders to focus on device refurbishment, hardware repairs, and new installations. With technology playing an increasingly crucial role in education, evaluating and enhancing your school district’s tech initiatives is essential. Here are key steps to ensure your school is ready for the upcoming academic year: - Assess and update technology infrastructure for seamless learning experiences. - Collaborate with stakeholders to secure funding for tech upgrades. - Develop or update your technology plan to align with educational goals. - Provide ongoing professional development for educators on effective technology integration. - Foster partnerships with vendors and IT professionals for cutting-edge classroom solutions. - Implement data privacy and security measures to protect student information. - Establish a help desk or support system for timely assistance. - Stay updated on educational technology trends to improve learning outcomes. Prepare for a successful school year by embracing evolving technology in education. For further insights and to ensure your school district is ready for the new school year, contact Gary Gal at Konica Minolta. 248-410-2596 [email protected] #EducationTechnology #EdTech #SchoolLeadership #DigitalTransformation #education

As you introduce new tech across your district, there’s one critical piece that must go along with it: #ProfessionalDevelopment. See how it can help close the digital divide. How are your teachers finding time to learn new solutions? #K12Education

As you introduce new tech across your district, there’s one critical piece that must go along with it: #ProfessionalDevelopment. See how it can help close the digital divide. How are your teachers finding time to learn new solutions? #K12Education

T-Mobile 5G provides • Tailored Connectivity • Cost Optimization • Future-Proof schools, businesses and organizations Dr. Kiesha King, National Head of Education Strategy for T-Mobile for Education and Sally Eaves, CEO of Tomorrow’s Tech Today discuss 🍎 the crucial topic of bridging the #DigitalDivide, including: • Emerging technology empowering students • Role of connectivity in modern education • Initiatives, like #Project10Million, helping close the homework gap Listen for more insight on the importance and impact of digital inclusion in education. 🎓

Want to give your students a seamless campus experience? Our latest blog breaks down everything you need to know about implementing mobile credentials. From choosing the right use cases to navigating the tech, we've got you covered! Ready to transform your campus? Dive into our latest blog post to learn more about getting started with mobile credentials: https://hubs.li/Q02HH3fP0 #CBORD #CampusInnovation #TechForward #MobileCredentials #HigherEd #PeoplePoweredSoftwareSolutions

As you introduce new tech across your district, there’s one critical piece that must go along with it: #ProfessionalDevelopment. See how it can help close the digital divide. How are your teachers finding time to learn new solutions? #K12Education