COTO - COMANCHE ONE-TO-ONE

1:1 Computing -- is an environment where students and teachers have around-the-clock use of a notebook computer as well as online and offline access to educational software and digital authoring tools.

Technology Expansion Summary (2013-2021)

This timeline details the strategic phases of technology acquisition and deployment, showing a clear progression from shared classroom devices to a comprehensive 1:1 program.

Phase 1: Foundational Growth (2013-2016)

Elementary Access: Increased the availability of technology for younger students by deploying shared Chromebooks and iPads in mobile carts.
High School Upgrade: Purchased new laptops for students in grades 9-12.
Cascade Model: Implemented a sustainable model by moving existing high school inventory to lower grades to create classroom sets.
Specialized Labs: Established a dedicated Math Lab for students in grades 2-3 using refurbished desktop computers.

Phase 2: Broadening Integration (2016-2018)

Middle School 1:1: Purchased Chromebooks to equip all students in grades 6-8, moving existing devices to lower elementary grades.
Lab Expansion: Doubled the size of the elementary Math Lab and enhanced it with advanced systems for gifted students.
Staff and Student Upgrades: Acquired new laptops for all high school students and provided new devices for both high school and junior high teachers.

Phase 3: Achieving Full 1:1 and Connectivity (2018-2021)

This period culminated in achieving a district-wide 1:1 student-to-device ratio and addressing the needs of remote learning. Key acquisitions and milestones included:

Chromebooks: 1,343 devices deployed, resulting in a complete 1:1 ratio for all students from Pre-K to 12th grade.
iPads: 84 new devices added to the inventory.
Teacher Laptops: 65 new Dell laptops were provided for teachers.
Remote Learning Support: 100 hotspots were purchased and distributed to ensure students had internet connectivity for at-home learning.

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Comanche Independent School District
1507 N. Austin Street | Comanche, TX 76442
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