September 22, 2026 School Board Work Session

The Ben Lapine School Board held a work session on September 22, 2026, focused primarily on educational technology integration across K-12 levels. The session included detailed demonstrations of assistive communication devices (AAC) for students with speech impairments, showcasing various AAC apps and devices used in the district. Board members were given hands-on experience with student iPads configured for elementary, middle, and high school levels, highlighting curriculum applications, device management tools like Apple Classroom and Jamf Teacher, and internet filtering policies. Discussions covered digital literacy goals, device usage monitoring, and the challenges of rostering student accounts for technology access. The board acknowledged the significant effort involved in deploying and managing these technologies and expressed support for the district's approach to balancing digital learning with responsible use and student engagement. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were reported during this meeting.