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Emergency Communications & Preparedness Modernization
Emergency Management · School Safety
High Priority
About this project
The district lacks a verified Emergency Operations Plan, experienced a week-long phone outage in August 2026, and recently created a new emergency planning coordinator role — signaling critical preparedness gaps. A mandatory EOP and safety audit deadline of September 15, 2026 carries significant consequences if unmet, while fragmented communications tools compound operational risk.
The opportunity
The September 15, 2026 compliance deadline creates immediate urgency, and the district's adopted budget reflects increased security and monitoring investment alongside active bond-funded safety initiatives. Consolidating fragmented communications into a unified preparedness framework now reduces audit risk, strengthens incident response, and aligns with current fiscal-year spending authority.
Region 7 ESC Purchasing Cooperative
Discuss this project →IT & Cybersecurity Infrastructure Modernization
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
The district is actively investing in IT infrastructure—including device refreshes, Wi-Fi upgrades, and server updates—while a significant increase in data processing spend signals prioritized modernization. Without aligned cybersecurity tooling, expanded infrastructure can introduce new vulnerabilities and compliance exposure for student and staff data.
The opportunity
The FY 2026–2027 budget is already adopted with increased allocations for data processing and security, creating a near-term spending window. Incoming technology leadership brings momentum for initiative approvals, and established cooperative purchasing channels support efficient, compliant procurement.
Region 7 ESC Purchasing Cooperative
Discuss this project →ADA Title II Web Accessibility Compliance Remediation
Web Accessibility · ADA Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The district faces a mandatory ADA Title II WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance deadline of April 26, 2028, with no remediation plan currently in place. This gap creates legal exposure and risks excluding students, families, and staff with disabilities from accessing public-facing digital resources.
The opportunity
Incoming technology-focused leadership and an active IT modernization posture make this an ideal moment to establish a remediation roadmap ahead of the 2028 deadline. Early action reduces legal risk, supports equitable access, and allows costs to be distributed across upcoming fiscal cycles.
Region 7 ESC Purchasing Cooperative
Discuss this project →Fleet Safety & Telematics Modernization
Fleet Safety · Student Transportation
High Priority
About this project
A bus collision in June 2025 exposed the district's lack of vehicle monitoring technology, including dash cameras and telematics systems. Without these tools, the district faces ongoing student safety risks and elevated liability exposure across its transportation operations.
The opportunity
The 2026–2027 adopted budget includes a transportation funding increase, signaling leadership readiness to invest in safety infrastructure. Acting now leverages available appropriations, addresses documented incident risk, and supports procurement through established cooperative purchasing channels.
Region 7 ESC Purchasing Cooperative
Discuss this project →Expand Digital Instructional Content for Student Learning
Educational Technology · Instructional Innovation
High Priority
About this project
The district has an established foundation in digital content tools and is positioned to expand access to instructional and online learning resources. Without action before the September 2026 grant deadlines, the district risks forfeiting available funding that directly supports student learning outcomes and digital equity.
The opportunity
Two grant opportunities with September 2026 deadlines align with instructional technology and online learning expansion, offering a near-term funding pathway with limited local match burden. Acting within the current fiscal cycle allows the district to advance digital equity goals and strengthen curriculum delivery for rural and low-income students.
Interactive Online Learning Grant
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