Schools Connect Consortium
Network-connected computers, email, and efficient student information systems are now part of the day-to-day functioning of every school. Through the Schools Connect Consortium, SCOE provides schools and districts with technical expertise, support, and resources related to these technology tools.
The Schools Connect Consortium provides Wide Area Network (WAN) resources to Sonoma County districts. These services include Internet access, domain name services, web-server hosting, spam-filtered e-mail accounts, and content filtering that complies with the Child Internet Protection Act (CIPA). The Consortium’s network infrastructure is continually upgraded to give members more robust connections to the Internet so that they can take advantage of new education applications as they are made available.
Email
Schools Connect Consortium members have the option of obtaining SCOE-hosted email via Google Apps. Please contact your district technology support staff for directions on accessing your account. If your district contact is not available, call Anne Dewey at 524-2808.
- Google Apps Learning Center
- Get Mail on your Mobile Device
- Virus Detection and Prevention Tips (pdf)
E-Rate Application
E-Rate is a program of the Federal Communications Commission that is administered by the Schools and Libraries Division of the Universal Service Administrative Company. It provides eligible K-12 public schools and libraries with discounts on approved telecommunication, Internet access, and internal connection (equipment) costs. Schools and libraries in low-income urban communities and rural areas may qualify for larger discounts. SCOE can provide districts with E-Rate application resources, including online links, E-Rate consultant referrals, and information workshops.
Internet Filtering
Internet filtering services that are compliant with CIPA (Child Internet Protection Act) are built into Sonoma Schools Connect Consortium connections. SCOE has also developed a collection of Internet links for teachers and students to use when looking for audio, image, and video resources for classroom assignments. Use of these links will help reduce random searches and connection attempts to blocked or inappropriate content.
Technical Support
SCOE’s Technical Support Network provides contracted services to districts for IT infrastructure consulting and network design, engineering, management, and support. These contracted services are available to districts in daily and weekly increments.
Technology Purchases
Districts may obtain education discounts for software and hardware purchases.
- Apple Hardware and Software
- Dell Computer Purchases (pdf)
- Buy Software for Your School or District
- Buy Software for Yourself to Use at Home
Contacts
- Anne Dewey, Information Specialist
(707) 524-2808, - Dan Exelby, Coordinator, IT Infrastructure and Operations
(707) 522-3334,