Federal Funding Education Technology Solutions

As of this March, there are now three federal Educational initiatives bills providing funds for schools; the CARES act, the CRRSSA, and the American Rescue Plan. Combined, these three bills total almost 200 billion dollars of relief; a massive help to educators and students struggling to catch up to pre-pandemic goals. Funding is retroactive to March 2020, and districts have until September 2022 to obligate their CARES act funds. That date is extended to September 2023 for CRRSSA funds.

These bills are intended to provide resources for three main goals:

• Purchasing educational technology (including hardware, software, and connectivity)

• Planning for and coordinating during long-term closures, including how to provide technology for online learning to all students.

• Training and professional development for staff of the local educational agency

Each bill has funding buckets that are earmarked for specific purposes, and each has different times by which the funding must be obligated. With so many variables, it can be hard to know which funds to access and what they may be used for.

Many districts are planning to continue remote and hybrid learning support for the foreseeable future, making it more important than ever that networks and hardware are up to the job. With Federal Funding now available, there is no better time to upgrade critical infrastructure and enhance virtual capabilities.

SMART Technologies

6000S, MX, & NEW GX Series Interactive Flat Panels

The process of converting to a remote learning environment has been difficult, but it has also demonstrated the potential of virtual educational tools. While students and teachers alike are eager to get back to school, they have learned to leverage resources to increase engagement and offer new perspectives. 

zSpace

All-In-One AR/VR Computer

Emerging technologies can create a shared learning environment and bring hybrid classrooms together. Supplement material with interactive VR field trips using ClassVR. Bring lessons to life with the zSpace AIO, an All-in-One AR/VR computer that features kinesthetic realism and real-time tracking. 

Copernicus

Storage & Sanitation Solutions

A clean, organized classroom is a bigger priority than ever before. Keep everything you need clean, close, and ready to use with Copernicus' new line of Storage and Sanitation solutions designed specifically for back-to-school 2021.

We offer a full suite of products and solutions designed to meet your needs. Our expert Education Sales team is ready to help – with over 3 decades of combined experience, they offer advice you can trust.