In recent years, education technology has evolved from being important for student success to being essential.
The start of the pandemic in 2020 prompted schools, from elementary to university levels, to quickly transition to online learning. Two years later, the funding for education technology is flowing through local, state, and federal channels in the form of grants. However, even with the tidal wave of federal funding to address remote learning needs, school administrators often lack the time and resources to apply for these funds, evaluate technology solutions, and implement the training and support necessary to achieve their digital adoption goals.
One school system in rural Ohio collaborated with Solutionz’s Grant Program Services (GPS) team to apply for and secure two rounds of $1 million funding from the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (RUS-DLT) grant, administered by the US Department of Agriculture. The grant awards enabled New London Schools to implement a comprehensive digital transformation plan that changes the way students learn and experience the world beyond the classroom. The GPS team guided New London Schools administrators through all phases of the transformation, including the grants application process, selection and installation of collaboration and communication technologies, digital content training for teachers, setup of a telemedicine program, and customized maintenance plans for the ongoing support of audiovisual and unified communications systems.
Solutionz Grants Program Services’ expertise streamlines the process of implementing new classroom technologies for sustainable results.
Identify critical needs and program goals: The grant application process begins by identifying a school’s critical technology needs, setting goals for long-term success, and completing an applicant profile.
Identify Funding: With access to consolidated resources, GPS identifies local, state, federal, and private grants that match a school’s eligibility profile with its technology needs.
Recommend sustainable technology solutions: Understanding both the capabilities and limitations of various technologies enables informed technology selections that lay the foundation for future expansion and long-term success.
Adoption and Digital Training Services Educators are trained until they feel comfortable and efficient with new technology, improving the overall digital transformation experience and dramatically increasing morale and ROI. Customized training that matches the skill levels of users and ongoing support over time enable schools to keep professionals, both new and tenured, moving in the right direction.
Integrated Services Keeping systems properly maintained and having responsive service when troubleshooting is required is key to a fully supported school technology program. IT departments are usually at capacity with computer systems support; communication and collaboration technologies are easily managed by Solutionz, acting as an extension of your IT team.
By working with a single technology provider who not only understands school technology but also the desired learning outcomes, administrators can realize a higher return on investment on their technology investments. Solutionz Grants Program Services facilitate the grants application process and coordinate training and support throughout the technology lifecycle, enabling schools to progress in their digital transformation plans. Contact us today!
