The Cleveland Metropolitan School District seeks to ensure that all students have the technology and computer skills required to succeed in school and life. To that end, CMSD provides a device for every student and internet access for every family that needs it. The District also has installed Wi-Fi on yellow buses, keeping students connected from home to school and back, has added esports in high schools and is putting interactive Clevertouch screens in all classrooms. The Department of Information Technology is also consolidating parent access to student records on a single platform through Powerschool.

 

 

 

 

 

Empower CMSD is our district-wide program that focuses on the digital aspect of equity and inclusion for our students and families.

 

 

 

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iT Connect - 216.838.0440 (24hr helpline)

 

 

Walk-In Service Desk @ East Professional Center

Monday- Friday 7:30am – 5:00pm

 

Help desk services – Password resets, level one troubleshooting with hardware/software, and staff replacement device requests.

The techs will provide training on MS Office Suite as requested. 

 

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Other Supports for the 2023-2024 School Year

Computers at Low Cost for Eligible CMSD Families

These days, a computer is more than just a tech device. It is a doorway to education, healthcare, employment, social connection, and more.

While students received a free device from CMSD for their schoolwork and educational needs, other family members may also need a dedicated computer.  CMSD partners with PCs For People to make sure everyone can afford the technology they need to succeed.

Low-income families can obtain computers at a reduced cost from the nonprofit PCs for People. Desktops start at $25, and laptops start at $50. Recipients must have income below the 200 percent poverty level or be enrolled in an income-based government assistance program. Applicants must provide certain documents to verify their income eligibility.

For more information, go to www.pcsforpeople.org/, call 216-930-5741 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or email cleveland@pcsforpeople.org.

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Free & Discounted Internet Access

Students, Families and Staff may be eligible to receive free or reduced broadband Internet access.

Digital C and Spectrum

CMSD has partnered with Digital C and Spectrum to provide subsidized Internet at no cost to our families. These providers will determine if a student’s house meets the qualifications to free receive services.

If families are not qualified for the service, families have access to the Affordable Connectivity Program which helps low-income households pay for Internet.

The Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a federal benefit program that helps families afford the broadband they need for school and work. The ACP provides a $30/month credit applied each month toward a family’s high-speed Internet bill. All CMSD families are eligible to participate.

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